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There’s a new dog in town and it’s pawesome! K9 Cinemas popped-up quietly during the holidays, but it didn’t take but a few hours for the media to catch on like wildfire! From big name publications like Forbes,  Time Magazine and Southern Living to popular websites like Bustle and Scary Mommy, another Plano story is making […] Read More

Whether you’re visiting Plano for fun, or for a meeting or event, Plano has several hotels with swanky bars and lounges. Even locals find themselves frequenting hotel bars for their unique atmospheres and tasty drinks and bites before a dinner out. Dallas/Plano Marriott at Legacy Town Center The Dallas/Plano Marriott at Legacy Town Center just recently […] Read More

Updated: 11/12/2025 Staying in Plano for business or just for fun? Plano is considered the healthiest city in Texas and twelfth in the U.S. by TheStreet, so come work out with us! Here’s our guide to grabbing a workout on your visit. Visit a Recreation Center Four of our city’s recreation centers welcome “drop-in” visitors […] Read More

Plano has you covered this New Year’s Eve with a variety of events to help you ring in 2019! From bowling packages to live music and plenty of VIP opportunities, Plano has it all. Stay safe! Need an UBER? First time users can use promo code VISITPLANO for a free ride up to $20. Plano also has […] Read More

Dallas area radio station KHYI The Range is hosting Texas Music Revolution & Rodeo 23 presented by Deep Ellum Brewing Co. March 29-30, 2019 at the Oak Point Park Amphitheater (aka Red Tail Music Pavilion) in Plano. Headlining this year’s show is Junior Brown Friday night and Americana artist Robert Earl Keen and Grammy award winner Lee Ann Womack […] Read More

Updated: 06/29/2020 Written by: Anastasia Hansen. Originally published on It’s Not Hou It’s Me. @ItsNotHouItsMe Disclaimer: This post was sponsored by Visit Plano, but all experiences and opinions are her own. Plano is anything but plain. It’s a bubbly town just north of Dallas that is growing to be a destination for North Texas staycations, business […] 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

Updated: 3/11/2026 There is so much to see, do, eat, and discover in Plano, Texas! From word-famous attractions to local gems, there is plenty to explore. Here’s a closer look at the top 20 things to do in Plano! 1. Explore Legacy West Legacy West, Plano’s newest $3.2 billion 255-acre open-air development, hosts a plethora […] 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 festivals in Plano for you to add to your September and October calendar. From hot air balloons and trains to an international celebration and Oktoberfest activities, there’s plenty to keep busy with […] Read More

Traditions run deep in Texas and the State Fair of Texas is no exception! Fletcher’s Corny Dogs, fried butter, turkey legs, sausage on a stick, chicken fried bacon, cotton candy, and candy apples; oh, and of course, the Midway, shopping, live music, auto show, football, and livestock. Find all this and so much more at […] 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. 45-50 hot air balloons from around the U.S. will take to the sky September 21-23 for the 2018 InTouch Credit Union Plano Balloon […] Read More

Plan your Fourth of July in Plano with patriotic music, a prideful community parade, swimming at a Texas-sized pool (literally), and a mesmerizing fireworks show! Did you know WalletHub named Plano to the top 100 Best Places to Celebrate the Fourth of July? Thanks to their data set of 19 key metrics ranging from average beer […] Read More

Updated: 3/13/2026 June 2nd is Plano’s Birthday! This year we are celebrating 145 years as being an incorporated city. In celebration, here are 145 reasons to love Plano! 1. The Dallas Morning News Hot List Named Plano “Hottest Suburb” and we couldn’t agree more! 2. Plano’s live music scene is on point. 3. The quaint […] Read More

Updated: 5/10/23 Plano has a thriving live music scene. Even locals may be surprised to learn there are more than 30 venues across the city that offer some sort of live music on a regular basis. From hip restaurants to new unique venues, you’re bound to find something close by that interests you. Here’s a […] Read More

Updated: 11/22/2022 Plano restaurants’ happy hour game is on point. Who doesn’t enjoy a nice pre-dinner beverage after the work day? Here’s a dive into 10 notable happy hours plus a hefty list of others not to miss! 10 Notable Happy Hours HAYWIREMonday-Friday from 3 p.m. – 6 p.m. Haywire offers $5 frozen Texas tea […] Read More

Bring out the sombrero! Saturday, May 5th is Cinco de Mayo and several restaurants across the city are celebrating with food and beverage specials and even some live music! CINCO DE MAYO CELEBRATIONS Dancing at McCall Plaza: Free Bachata Lessons May 4 from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Instructor Luis Delgadillo will teach you all […] Read More

In celebration of the long awaited opening of the Box Garden, Legacy Hall’s entertainment venue, the 3-story food hall complex has planned a four-day grand opening party that begins on May 17. The Box Garden is the answer to the proverbial question; What do you want to do today? Not only will the 4-daylong event […] Read More

Updated: 07/8/2025 Plano is making a name for itself in the art community. With the recent additions of 10 public art pieces in the Downtown Plano Arts District, Plano has a colorful new look! Read more about the city’s recent additions and sculptures that represent a part of our land’s history. Downtown Plano Mural Project […] Read More

The third annual Plano Artfest will take place in the Downtown Plano Arts District on Friday, April 27 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday, April 28 from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. This free, family-friendly festival showcases the work of local artists and provides an opportunity for visitors to experience traditional and contemporary forms of art. Students and faculty […] Read More

The Downtown Plano Art & Wine Walk 2018 season, presented by Plano Magazine, begins on April 12! The Art & Wine Walk is a sip and shop event where participants sample wines at their favorite shops in Downtown Plano while enjoying live music, curated art exhibitions and special discounts. The Art & Wine Walk takes place […] Read More