Enjoy a can’t-miss weekend of art, live music, and community spirit
April 10–12 in the heart of Downtown McKinney.
McKinney, Texas -- Downtown McKinney is host to the free Arts in Bloom Festival April 10–12, sponsored by Texans Credit Union, featuring fascinating sights and sounds from 125 juried artists, live musicians, Texas wineries, and food vendors.
WHAT: Arts in Bloom
WHEN: Friday, April 10, 5-10 p.m., Saturday, April 11, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday, April 12, noon to 5 p.m.
WHERE: Historic Downtown McKinney
TICKETS: Free to attend; parking is free
“Arts in Bloom is a free, family-friendly festival that invites everyone to experience the creativity and charm of Downtown McKinney. It’s a chance to enjoy art, music, and local businesses while making meaningful memories with family and friends. We love seeing the community come together to celebrate what makes our downtown so special,” said Andrew Jones, Cultural District Director.
- Visual Artists: 125+ local, regional, and nationally recognized artists, including painters, sculptors, jewelry makers, photographers, and woodworkers will line the streets throughout the downtown area to showcase their talents. View the artist list.
- Art Demo Stage: McKinney is home to several art clubs, galleries, and organizations. We've invited them to showcase their artists and demonstrate making art in real time. Watch pottery, painting, leather working, and more! View a complete schedule of the demonstrations.
- Art Competition Stage: New stage will feature live art competitions featuring a youth clay sculpting competition sponsored by Glaze Ceramic Studios and Trinity Ceramic Supply, sketch, and painting competition.
- Wine tasting: Sample some of the state’s finest wines in our Park Place Texas Wine Garden! Enjoy a commemorative Arts in Bloom wine glass and 12 tastings for only $30. See a full list of participating wineries. Purchase pre-order here.
- Stage entertainment: Live music is featured on our Main Stage sponsored by Kroger. Check the schedule for your favorite artists.
- Food: Arts in Bloom features many of your festival food favorites as well as a wide assortment of craft beers. See the full list of participating food vendors.
- Craft Beer: Arts in Bloom features a wide assortment of craft beers.
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Weather: Arts in Bloom is a rain-or-shine event, however, some activities may be postponed or canceled if threatening weather poses a danger to attendees, workers, and property.
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Parking: Free parking can be found throughout Downtown McKinney.