Originally written by Monty Hudson and published on The Spring Break Family. Located just 25 minutes from Dallas, Plano is an easy and fun weekend destination for all sorts of travelers. Whether you’re looking for world-class shopping, amazing dining establishments, or even spaces to commune with nature, Plano has it all! Here are things to […] Read More

UPDATED: 10/20/22 Get in the Halloween spirit with these thrilling Halloween events in Plano. For kids and families, there are family-friendly options from trick or treat events to Halloween movie nights. Adults and teens can get spooked at a terrifying professional haunted house. And not to be missed, the new RIP Fest and a fan […] Read More

UPDATED: 10/26/22 Dust off your boots and plaid jackets and start brewing your pumpkin spice lattes, because after a hotter than hot summer, fall is finally around the corner! There are so many amazing events happening all over Plano this fall. From hot air balloon and wine festivals to haunted houses and ghost tours, there […] Read More

Returning this September, the H-E-B | Central Market Plano Balloon Festival will once again fill the field of Plano’s largest nature preserve. Join the Plano community, also known as the official Hot Air Balloon Capital of Texas, as we host the largest balloon festival in the Lone Star State with more than 90,000 guests attending each […] Read More

Originally published on Texas Travel Talk; written by Kim Croisant, My Traveling Roads. Follow Kim on Instagram @mytravelingroads. Brody and I recently visited Plano for a weekend and enjoyed every bit of our time in the city. Believe it or not, the one thing I thought I would not enjoy is the very one I enjoyed the […] Read More

Originally published on Texas Travel Talk; written by Rory Lassanske, Mama Contemporanea. Follow Rory on Instagram @mcontemporanea. Plano is a vibrant city full of energy, diversity, and a huge heart of southern hospitality. The city has something to offer everyone, including teenagers like mine. Always exceeds my expectations, and it never ceases to amaze me. We love […] Read More

Make it a summer to remember with your family and friends in Plano, TX. From family activities to friends night out, here are X things for you to plan to do in Plano this summer. Make Your Summer plans 1. Make a Splash Swim across Texas at the historic Texas Pool, a 168,000 gallon saltwater pool shaped […] Read More

Written by: Alessandra Martinez, Livin Mi Vida Ale. Follow her on Instagram @livin.mivida.ale. Heading out to Plano, TX from Arlington, was a 45 mile drive and it took us around an hour to arrive. If you’re visiting Texas, and flying into DFW or Dallas Love Field, it’s only about 30 miles. We visited Plano before […] Read More

Updated: 08/17/21 1:45 p.m. A message from the Plano Balloon Festival organizers: The Plano Balloon Festival, Inc. has made the difficult decision to cancel the 2021 H-E-B Central Market Plano Balloon Festival that was scheduled for September 17 – 19. With the continued increase in COVID cases, specifically the Delta Variant, the Festival board and […] Read More

Updated: 11/7/2023 Anchoring the south end of Legacy West, the Renaissance Dallas at Plano Legacy West Hotel is the place to find what you crave. From one-of-a-kind meetings to unexpected adventures this modern, sophisticated property has you covered. In addition to its premier location, the Renaissance offers a decadent, unique experience enhanced by a generous, hospitality-oriented staff. […] Read More

Updated: 07/27/21 Make-up for lost time and make it a summer to remember with your family and friends. From family activities to friends night out, here are seven things for you to plan to do in Plano this summer. Make Your Summer plans 1. Swim Across Texas The historic Texas Pool is 168,000 gallons of saltwater shaped […] Read More

School is almost out for winter break! What will your family be doing to stay safe, but pass the time? Here is a list of six family-friendly things to do in Plano to keep the kids active yet safe this holiday break. See Holiday Light Displays Deerfield holiday lights The spectacular Deerfield Holiday Lights display […] Read More

Written by: Alli & Bobby Talley, @TravelingNewlyweds Over the past few years, we’ve seen a lot of Texas – from Austin to Marfa, it’s a state that keeps us guessing, and keeps us coming back for more . Every city has a different vibe and distinctly Texan flare, and we truly love aspects of them […] Read More

Written by: Chastity Beene, A Cowboy’s Life @cowboyslifeblog A weekend getaway in Plano, Texas is filled with museums, outdoor adventures and lots of great food. It’s a wonderful getaway with plenty of things to see, eat and do around town. Check out this list of everything to do and eat in Plano, Texas! For those not […] Read More

An excerpt from a blog written by: Vessy Smith, Feel Good & Travel. When most people think of visiting the great state of Texas, they usually plan to see the Alamo and San Antonio, the Capitol Building in Austin, NASA in Houston, and perhaps tour the JFK assassination site in Dallas. As you can imagine, […] Read More

Updated: 10/08/2020 Fall is almost here! Though fall may seem a little different this year, I think we can all agree we are looking forward to cooler temps, fall foliage, and safe fall events. We’re rounding up all the fun things to do this fall. Let’s go! Fall Foliage Nature Hikes Plano has 4,370 acres […] Read More

Written by: Kelly Tomlinson, Live Love Texas @liveluvtexas Planning a pet friendly staycation in Texas? These Plano Texas Travel Tips will show you where to stay, what to eat, and what to do! This year for our end of summer getaway, we packed up the truck and headed three hours north to Plano TX. If you’re […] Read More

Updated: 09/28/2020 The big question right now is “how do we successfully have a safe and fun Halloween?”. We can’t let our kiddos down after all they have gone through this year, from missed birthday parties and canceled summer vacations to virtual school and postponed extra curriculars. It’s safe to say we are all looking […] Read More

Written by: Carrie Lindsey, Carrie Elle Blog @carrieelleblog One of the things I love so much about Texas is how many fun, family-friendly places there are to visit. But even though I love to travel all over the state, some of the biggest treasures the Lone Star State has to offer are right in my […] Read More

Written by: Jamie Dorobek of C.R.A.F.T. Plano is the perfect weekend getaway for families! We recently made the 3 hour trip north up I-35 from Austin to explore all that Plano has to offer, and we had a blast! Here are my top 8 kid friendly, parent approved activities to do in Plano, Texas. 8 […] Read More