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Right now life is better inside, for everyone. But when the time is right, it will be time to get back outside and travel. And that will be a good day because there is a whole lot of Texas to discover. Once the COVID-19 epidemic is behind us, we are all looking forward to checking […] Read More

Updated: 6/27/2022 Visit Plano has an awesome Plano coloring book currently available for FREE download! There are 16 pages featuring various attractions around the city, including: Crayola Experience, Heritage Farmstead Museum, Go Ape, Legacy West, The Texas Pool, The Boardwalk at Granite Park, Arbor Hills, Downtown Plano, and more! Download Here. Want to explore the […] Read More

Spring time brings a ton of amazing events to Plano. With warmer weather and sunny days ahead, here are 15 events in Plano this spring that you should add to your calendar. Live music, arts, shopping, food and wine, dancing, swimming, international celebrations, and even fly fishing… Plano events this spring run the gamut. 15 […] Read More

Let the luck of the Irish lead you to Plano, TX this month as we have several festive events happening in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day! Sláinte! Plano St. Patrick’s Day Events For more events in Plano, click here. Read More

Updated: 03/11/2026 Let’s Go to Plano, Texas where It’s All Here for whatever type of trip you want to take. Traveling solo, as a couple, as a family, or with friends, Plano can provide as adventurous or as relaxed of a vacation as you wish. Dining, shopping, and adventure are our scenes and we invite […] Read More

Valentine’s Day is coming up and we’ve compiled a list to make your planning easy with special offerings from unique events and hotel packages to delicious restaurants. Plan a date night (or day date) with your significant other or grab your BFF and hit the town! Valentine’s Day Events Valentine’s Day Hotel Offers Dallas Plano […] Read More

Updated: 09/28/2020 Originally published on My Curly Adventures by Jessica Serna. Follow Jessica at @mycurlyadventures_. Looking for a romantic couples evening? Plano makes such a fun Dallas Fort Worth date destination because of all of the activities that you can do whether you are a couple living in Plano looking for exciting things to do […] Read More

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.  Updated: 3/11/2026 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 […] 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

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

Updated:3/13/2026 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 […] Read More

Updated: 3/11/2026 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: 6/24/2025 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