Heads up, McKinney parents! Easter weekend is packed with fun for the kids, from early morning 5Ks to afternoon Easter BBQs. We've filtered the listings for April 4th and 5th, 2026, so you can plan your perfect family outings.
See our top picks
Heritage Village at Chestnut Square Farmers Market
Heritage Village at Chestnut Square
Free kids' activities are available alongside the Saturday market!
Heard Natural Science Museum and Wildlife Sanctuary
Heard Natural Science Museum and Wildlife Sanctuary
The fossil exhibits and indoor learning areas are perfect for a time filler.
PSS Egg Hunt
Celebree School of Plano at Los Rios
A dedicated egg hunt event happening Saturday morning.
· April 4
4: Get the family moving early Saturday morning with this 5K run. It’s a great way to start the holiday weekend with some fresh air before the daytime festivities begin.It’s an active start to the holiday weekend happening early Saturday morning.
: Check out this local egg hunt scheduled for Saturday morning. This looks like a smaller, neighborhood-focused Easter activity.This is a dedicated egg hunt happening Saturday morning.
: A classic hotel brunch experience that includes an egg hunt on Saturday morning. A good option if you want a bit of holiday structure.It’s a combined brunch and egg hunt opportunity on Saturday.
HERITAGE VILLAGE AT CHESTNUT SQUARE FARMERS MARKETFREE : Visit the Farmers Market on Saturday morning for local goods, and stick around because they usually have free activities specifically for kids, including photo ops.This is a recurring Saturday event confirmed to have dedicated free kids' activities this weekend.
· April 5
2: If your kids prefer video games over bunnies, head to Side Quest Arcade on Easter Sunday morning for a chance to find the Golden Egg while playing.This offers an alternative, arcade-based Easter morning activity on Sunday.
: Wrap up your holiday weekend with a family BBQ afternoon featuring music and groove. This starts in the mid-afternoon on Sunday.A great late-afternoon, family-oriented BBQ event to end Easter Sunday.
Also On· anytime this weekend
3: If your family attends church, this ministry offers a dedicated program for kids starting at 11 AM Sunday morning.This is the main dedicated kids' program listed for Sunday morning outside of the egg hunts.
: Rent a kayak for just three dollars, which includes your paddle and lifejacket, and spend a relaxing Saturday afternoon on Towne Lake.A super affordable, fun outdoor activity specifically available this weekend.
FREE : After your Sunday activities, take a leisurely stroll through the historic district. You can window shop, enjoy the architecture, and splurge on a $5 bag of popcorn at Mom & Pop Popcorn Shop.It’s a flexible, zero-cost option for Sunday afternoon exploration that supports local businesses.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in McKinney this weekend?
We found two great free options for this weekend: the Heritage Village at Chestnut Square Farmers Market on Saturday which has free kids' activities, and a general walk through Downtown McKinney on Sunday.
Are there any Easter-specific events on Saturday, April 4th?
Yes, Saturday features the Hope Run For Hunger 5K in the morning, the PSS Egg Hunt, and the Sheraton McKinney Easter Brunch and Egg Hunt.
What can we do on Sunday afternoon?
For Sunday afternoon, you can enjoy the Taste N Groove Ep.13 - Easter Sunday Family Funday BBQ starting at 3:00 PM, or take a relaxed walk through Downtown McKinney.
