It’s all here for the holidays, including spectacular holiday light displays! Seeing holiday lights and attending holiday tree lighting ceremonies are such festive traditions to kick-off the season. Kids and adults alike find themselves fascinated in the majesty of holiday lights. There are several opportunities in Plano to catch holiday lights and tree lighting ceremonies. Check them out […] Read More

Written by: Stacy Anderson, @TheHurriedHostess. Originally posted on HurriedHostess.com.  This past weekend my husband and I celebrated our 12 year wedding anniversary. When I say the last 12 years have been crazy, wonderful, chaotic, hurtful, and full of love, I mean it. Marriages aren’t perfect. After all, people aren’t perfect. But what matters is that […] Read More

It’s finally fall and the top things on our mind this season is cooler temperatures, football, pumpkin everything, and of course, Halloween! We’ve rounded-up a list of Halloween-related events in Plano during this spooky season. From monster-ific crafts and a haunted family camp out to suspenseful movies and a paranormal walking tour, there are many […] Read More

Updated: 09/03/2020 Written by: Samantha Ruble, @GoFrenchYourself. Originally published on GoFrenchYourself.com. I’ll begin by saying, Plano is such a glorious easy escape from Oklahoma. It’s a thriving city with a great selection of restaurants, shops, and things to do! It’s truly such a destination. Had the best Labor Day weekend in Plano Texas. The weekend […] Read More

Written by: Chelsea Evans. Originally published on Gals Best Friend. Who knew that such a dog-friendly city was right under our noses?!! In general, Dallas/Fort-Worth is pretty dog-friendly (thank goodness), but Plano is a certified Better City For Pets, within driving distance for many Texans, a short plane ride away for many Americans, and is […] Read More

Written by: Tiffany Vaughn. Originally published on Trekaroo. Want to experience historic charm and modern luxury? Then visit Plano, TX! Try some outdoor activities like the Go Ape Plano Adventure Course. Head to Crayola Experience Plano, TX for artistic family fun. Splurge at one of the unique shopping areas. No matter what you’re into, you’ll […] Read More

Happy fall, y’all! Cooler weather, pumpkin spice everything, football season, and fall festivals galore are what’s in season for us. There are several fall festivals and events in Plano for you to add to your September and October calendars. From hot air balloons and trains to an international celebration and Oktoberfest activities, there’s plenty to […] Read More

Traditions run deep in the south and the State Fair of Texas is no exception! From Fletcher’s famous corny dogs and fried food galore to the Midway and auto show, people flock to Dallas from all over the world to attend the great State Fair of Texas! Find all this and so much more at […] Read More

Written by: Austin Ng. Article originally posted on the Interurban Railway Museum blog. Upon arrival in Historic Downtown Plano, you might find several old-looking buildings, largely made of brick. If you have enough time to wander, you might run into another brick building that is a little different from the rest. This brick building has a […] Read More

Each September, the City of Plano, also the official Hot Air Balloon Capital of Texas, hosts the largest balloon festival in the Lone Star State with more than 100,000 guests attending each year. This year is extra special because the Plano Balloon Festival is celebrating 40 Years of Ballooning in Plano! More than 50 hot air […] Read More

Just outside of Plano, Texas, Southfork Ranch is home to the 13-year hit TV series Dallas. Once a partial filming set for the show, is now a museum, souvenir shop, event venue and group tour attraction! Now you can live and dream like a Ewing by spending the night in the world’s most famous mansion. […] Read More

Written by: Kristi Roe Owen. Originally published on TulsaKids. Ah, the sounds of summertime in Oklahoma. Birds sing from the dense, green summer canopy. Harleys growl by leaving a wake of testosterone and Barbasol. Firecrackers remind you that you’re still not sure if you live in the best neighborhood. But it’s never truly summer until […] Read More

Updated: 6/11/24 Rain, sleet, snow, or the scorching heat. This is Texas after all; sometimes you never know what to expect and weather can change in an instant! When the weather keeps us inside wanting air conditioning and a roof over our heads, we find ourselves thinking “what all can we do indoors?”. From children’s […] Read More

Updated: 8/14/2024 Named one of the top 10 best downtowns in America by Livability.com, downtown Plano offers a charming setting for a simple stroll, an afternoon of shopping, or an evening’s entertainment. Walk along authentic brick streets to discover an eclectic collection of antique shops and boutiques selling everything from handmade jewelry to home décor […] Read More

“All Aboard” for a special Downtown Heritage Tour that literally walks you back into the history of Downtown Plano’s fiery past. Yes, fires were so persistent, Plano unfortunately gained a national reputation for these devastating experiences. This walking tour starts at the Interurban Railway Museum winding through current downtown and by buildings holding intriguing chapters […] Read More

From accolades like “Happiest City”, “Safest City”, and “Foodie city” to amazing and unique dining and attractions… here are 146 reasons why we #loveplano. 1. WalletHub named Plano the Happiest City in America and we are pretty happy about it. 2. Plano’s live music scene is on point. 3. The quaint historic downtown has experienced […] Read More

Updated: 6/2/22 Written by: Michelle Williams. Originally published on A Girl From TX @agirlfromtx. Have an upcoming trip to Dallas and looking for things to do in Plano, Texas? Or maybe you’re like me and your family lives there and you want to visit! Either way, we put together our ultimate guide of Things to Do in […] Read More

Updated: 09/28/2020 Written by: Jessica Serna. Originally published on My Curly Adventures. @mycurlyadventures_ Everyone thinks of DFW as one place, but each city has its own unique personality and exciting list of things to do. I took a fun girls getaway with my friend, A Little Aleja, to Plano, Texas for arts, food, and a little adventure. […] Read More

Did you know Plano was named the Happiest City in America by WalletHub in 2019 and the second Happiest City in America in 2020? So, how happy can Plano really be? Well, let’s take a deeper look at everything that makes Plano happily unique. Plano Is A Foodie City In 2019 Plano was named the […] Read More

Bring out the sombrero! Sunday, May 5th is Cinco de Mayo and several restaurants across the city are celebrating with food and beverage specials and even some live music all weekend long! CINCO DE MAYO CELEBRATIONS CINCO DE MAYO SPECIALS Austin Avenue Grill & Sports Bar May 5 from 11 a.m. – 12 a.m. Half […] Read More