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

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

Famadillo.com junior reporter came to Plano, Texas to indulge in a kid friendly weekend filled with yummy food, bowling & arcade games, horseback riding, and the colorful world of the Crayola Experience! Watch below to discover Plano through her eyes. Find more family friendly things to do in Plano here. Take a look at more […] Read More

Updated: 07/29/19 Written by: Kristi Roe Owen. Originally published on TulsaKids. In my last post, I shared our recent press trip to Plano sponsored by the good folks at Visit Plano. Today, I’m going to dish about all of the fantastic grub we noshed on in the Lone Star State. Before Plano, Arthur and I had only been on […] 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

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: 07/20/2020 Written by: Jane Ko. Originally published on A Taste of KoKo. @atasteofkoko 18 restaurants in 48 hours – I’ve tasted my way through Plano Texas and rounded up the 18 best restaurants in Plano for you to wine and dine! Everything from a $40 omakase, shabu shabu, churro ice cream, light bulb drinks, shaved […] 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

Mother’s Day is upon us and there are several options in Plano to help us all celebrate the women in our lives who have helped raise us and shape us into the beautiful people that we are. Celebrate your mom or mom-like figure in your life by treating her to one of these fabulous brunch […] 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

Updated: 06/29/2020 Written by: Nicki Sunderland. Originally published on Eat Live Travel Drink. @eatlivetraveldrink Roughly 20 miles north of Downtown Dallas, you’ll find things to do Plano, TX. Commonly referred to as a wealthy suburb of the larger Dallas-Forth Worth metropolitan area, today, this thriving city is much more than that. You’ll find a region […] Read More

The Downtown Plano Art & Wine Walk 2019 season, presented by Plano Magazine, begins on April 11th and takes place on the second Thursday of every month from April through December. The #planowinewalk is a sip and shop event where participants sample wines at their favorite shops in the Downtown Plano Arts District while enjoying live […] Read More

Plano is the destination for Easter events in North Texas featuring egg hunts for adults and kids to dogs, and for swimmers too. Get these events on your calendar and don’t miss out on fun for the whole family this spring. EASTER BRUNCH Spend more time with family filling baskets and hiding eggs by letting Plano […] Read More

Updated: 09/28/2020 Written by: Jessica Festa. Originally published on Jessie On a Journey. @jessieonajourney There are so many unforgettable Plano attractions to explore as a solo traveler — particularly when it comes to fun Texas food experiences and trail-filled parks. What’s interesting: I’d never heard of this Lone Star State city before being invited by Visit […] Read More

Originally published on Neighborhoods.com. Written by Alex Temblador. Alex is a Dallas-based travel and culture writer who is also the author of an award-winning new young adult novel, Secrets of the Casa Rosada (Arte Publico Press, 2018). It doesn’t matter if it’s 100 degrees or in the low 40s, Texans love their patios, and Plano has plenty to […] Read More

Updated: 6/11/24 Breweries, zip lining, nightlife. It’s All Here. If you’re planning a guy’s weekend trip, we’ve outlined a fun and adventurous itinerary showcasing all there is to see and do in Plano with your best guy-tribe. Day 1 Start the day off with a workout + tons of fun and laughs at Go Ape […] Read More

Updated: 07/27/2020 Written by: Heather Johnson. Originally published on The Food Hussy. @foodhussy Recently I had the opportunity to visit Plano, Texas! It’s the neighbor city to Dallas and I heard so many great things about the city. As a self-proclaimed foodie, I was excited to eat my way through it! And when I say eat my […] Read More

Updated: 07/27/2020 Written by: Mia Voss. Originally published on MiaOnTheGo.com. Follow Mia @MiaVossOnTheGo.  ALL ABOUT PLANO A hop skip from Dallas-Fort Worth, Plano is a destination in its own right, blending the charm of a historic downtown with the luxury of a world class dining and shopping scene. Plano also has a quaint & charming side – […] Read More

Updated: 12/9/2024 A $145 million re-imagining and renovation has transformed The Shops at Willow Bend into a multi-faceted core for shopping, dining, and entertainment in Plano. In addition to Plano Children’s Theater and the Crayola Experience, Willow Bend has opened “The District” a new restaurant area that is home to local chef-driven restaurants, second-story terraces, […] Read More