We’ve rounded up the best family-friendly events and things to do with kids this June in Collin County. Find even more things to do in the metroplex on Dallas Moms, Denton County Moms, and Fort Worth Moms.
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- What to Know When You Attend a Texas Rangers Game with Kids
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Art Drop In :: Jump Into Art Studios
Saturdays
Artists of all ages drop in between 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. for a morning of creativity in the heart of downtown McKinney. Sign up online for $35.
Bugs Live! :: Heard Museum
Daily
Animatronic bugs greet guests along McKinney nature trails for life-sized encounters during regular museum hours through June 29. Tickets start at $11. Museum members get in free.
Chestnut Square Heritage Village Public Tours
Thursdays and Saturdays
Learn about life in the early days of Collin County. Twice weekly educational tours are geared for all ages and begin at 11:00 a.m. Tickets are $7 – $10.
Children’s Summer Series :: Studio Movie Grill
Mondays – Thursdays
Kid movies play all summer long on select weekdays through August 14 at 10:00 a.m. Titles vary by date. Tickets are $6 and include a small popcorn and drink.
DinoQuest Craft Theme :: Crayola Experience
Daily
Children go back in time to learn about dinosaurs through colorful, themed crafts through June 30. Purchase general admission tickets online.
Mad Science :: John and Judy Gay Library
Tuesdays
Kids in grades k – 5 delve into the world of STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) with engaging topics and activities from 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Open Farm Days :: Cathy’s Critters
Weekends
Enjoy petting zoos, pony rides, outback tours, and more in Princeton from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Tickets are $10 – $15. Ages two and under get in free. Cups of feed are $3.
Plano Farmers Market :: The Shops at Willow Bend
Saturdays
Families shop local produce and artisan products every Saturday year-round from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Sounds at Sundown :: Murphy Central Park Amphitheater
Fridays
Beat the heat in June from 7:00 – 10:00 p.m. while you enjoy a variety of musical genres with the whole family for free. Bring your blankets and chairs.
Story Time :: Interurban Railway Museum
Fridays
Enjoy stories, songs, and a tour of historic Car 360 every Friday from 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. in Plano. Admission is free for kids ages five and under.
June 3
Food Art :: Old Settlers Recreation Center
Kids in grades 6 – 12 create and dine on culinary creations from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. This is a free event. Register online.
June 5 – 8
Jungle Book KIDS :: North Texas Performing Arts – Willowbend Center of the Arts
The family-friendly musical visits the world of Mowgli and his panther friend, Bagheera. This show is appropriate for all ages. Tickets start at $12.
June 6
Friday Night Market :: Downtown Celina Square
This free family-friendly event features more than 60 local vendors, live music, and more. Stop by from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
June 7
Farmersville Market :: Farmersville Chamber of Commerce
Shop downtown Farmersville on first Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. The free rain-or-shine market offers local foods, goods, and family-friendly fun.
First Saturdays :: Blackland Prairie Raptor Center Lucas
Visitors enjoy family activities, games, the raptor program at 10:00 a.m., and guided trail walks from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Kids pay $10. Adults pay $15.
Special Needs Screening: Karate Kid: Legends :: Studio Movie Grill
On select Saturdays, watch sensory-friendly screenings at 11:00 a.m. Lights are left on, the volume is turned down, and audiences can move around as needed. Admission is free.
June 13
Movie Night on the Square :: Downtown Celina
Families watch a free movie outdoors beginning at sundown around 7:00 p.m. Bring your own picnic or shop from the nearby restaurants.
Nature Story Time :: Heard Museum
Kids enjoy nature-themed stories on second and fourth Fridays of the month at 10:00 a.m. Visitors may include puppet friends or live animals. Register online.
June 14
Juneteenth Celebration :: Finch Park
All ages experience cultural connection, learning, and family fun with vendors, live entertainment, a kid zone, food, and more in McKinney. Hours are 4:00 – 9:00 p.m. The event is free.
Juneteenth Celebration :: Haggard Park
Visitors celebrate courage, culture, and community at this family-friendly event in Plano featuring jazz, children’s activities, dancing, and more from 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. Admission is free.
Second Saturday Bird Walk :: The Heard Museum
Learn bird-spotting and identification techniques every second Saturday at 8:00 a.m. The walk is included with general admission, which starts at $11 per guest.
June 16
Toddler Tuesday :: Crayola Experience
Kids hear themed stories and make crafts from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. on select Tuesdays. Cost of general admission includes access to Toddler Town, Scribble Square, and Stomp and Play.
June 17
Beginning 3D Design :: Frisco Public Library
Tweens ages 10 – 13 use a beginner web-based application for introductory lessons in 3D printing. Hours are 7:00 – 8:30 p.m.
June 18
Kids Club :: Watter’s Creek Village
Children ages 2 – 6 hear a story and make a craft at this free come-and-go event at Barnes & Noble from 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
June 19 – 22
Stinky Cheese Man & Other Fairly Stupid Tales :: Willowbend Center of the Arts – Egelston Akers Blackbox
Classic fairy tales come to life in fractured form with music and funny narration. Tickets range from $13 – $25. Showtimes vary by day.
June 21
Comic Con :: John and Judy Gay Library
All ages explore graphic novels and pop culture with vendors, cosplay, activities, and more. Hours are 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Register online.
Hands-On Chocolate Truffle Rolling :: Richardson City Hall
Teens learn about the origins of cacao, enjoy a taste test, and roll their own truffles to take home. Hours are 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. Register by June 7.
Special Needs Screening: How to Train Your Dragon :: Studio Movie Grill
On select Saturdays, watch sensory-friendly screenings at 11:00 a.m. Lights are left on, the volume is turned down, and audiences can move around as needed. Admission is free.
June 22
Mythical Magic :: Nack Theater Frisco
A Plano Symphony Orchestra trio performs the music of magical characters from children’s movies at 3:00 p.m. Arrive early for a water-themed craft. Tickets are $15.
June 24 –28
National Theatre on Ice :: CUTX Event Center
Audiences experience the thrill of figure skating blended with theater and dance over five days in Allen. Purchase general admission tickets online.
June 27
Nature Story Time :: Heard Museum
Kids enjoy nature-themed stories on second and fourth Fridays of the month at 10:00 a.m. Visitors may include puppet friends or live animals. Register online.
June 28
Special Needs Screening: Elio :: Studio Movie Grill
On select Saturdays, watch sensory-friendly screenings at 11:00 a.m. Lights are left on, the volume is turned down, and audiences can move around as needed. Admission is free.
June 30
Toddler Tuesday :: Crayola Experience
Kids hear themed stories and make crafts from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. on select Tuesdays. Cost of general admission with access to Toddler Town, Scribble Square, and Stomp and Play.
- All Month
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Art Drop In :: Jump Into Art Studios
SaturdaysArtists of all ages drop in between 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. for a morning of creativity in the heart of downtown McKinney. Sign up online for $35.
Bugs Live! :: Heard Museum
DailyAnimatronic bugs greet guests along McKinney nature trails for life-sized encounters during regular museum hours through June 29. Tickets start at $11. Museum members get in free.
Chestnut Square Heritage Village Public Tours
Thursdays and SaturdaysLearn about life in the early days of Collin County. Twice weekly educational tours are geared for all ages and begin at 11:00 a.m. Tickets are $7 – $10.
Children’s Summer Series :: Studio Movie Grill
Mondays – ThursdaysKid movies play all summer long on select weekdays through August 14 at 10:00 a.m. Titles vary by date. Tickets are $6 and include a small popcorn and drink.
DinoQuest Craft Theme :: Crayola Experience
DailyChildren go back in time to learn about dinosaurs through colorful, themed crafts through June 30. Purchase general admission tickets online.
Mad Science :: John and Judy Gay Library
TuesdaysKids in grades k – 5 delve into the world of STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) with engaging topics and activities from 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Open Farm Days :: Cathy’s Critters
WeekendsEnjoy petting zoos, pony rides, outback tours, and more in Princeton from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Tickets are $10 – $15. Ages two and under get in free. Cups of feed are $3.
Plano Farmers Market :: The Shops at Willow Bend
SaturdaysFamilies shop local produce and artisan products every Saturday year-round from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Sounds at Sundown :: Murphy Central Park Amphitheater
FridaysBeat the heat in June from 7:00 – 10:00 p.m. while you enjoy a variety of musical genres with the whole family for free. Bring your blankets and chairs.
Story Time :: Interurban Railway Museum
FridaysEnjoy stories, songs, and a tour of historic Car 360 every Friday from 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. in Plano. Admission is free for kids ages five and under.
- June 1 – 7
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June 3
Food Art :: Old Settlers Recreation CenterKids in grades 6 – 12 create and dine on culinary creations from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. This is a free event. Register online.
June 5 – 8
Jungle Book KIDS :: North Texas Performing Arts – Willowbend Center of the ArtsThe family-friendly musical visits the world of Mowgli and his panther friend, Bagheera. This show is appropriate for all ages. Tickets start at $12.
June 6
Friday Night Market :: Downtown Celina SquareThis free family-friendly event features more than 60 local vendors, live music, and more. Stop by from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
June 7
Farmersville Market :: Farmersville Chamber of CommerceShop downtown Farmersville on first Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. The free rain-or-shine market offers local foods, goods, and family-friendly fun.
First Saturdays :: Blackland Prairie Raptor Center Lucas
Visitors enjoy family activities, games, the raptor program at 10:00 a.m., and guided trail walks from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Kids pay $10. Adults pay $15.
Special Needs Screening: Karate Kid: Legends :: Studio Movie Grill
On select Saturdays, watch sensory-friendly screenings at 11:00 a.m. Lights are left on, the volume is turned down, and audiences can move around as needed. Admission is free.
- June 8 – 14
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June 13
Movie Night on the Square :: Downtown CelinaFamilies watch a free movie outdoors beginning at sundown around 7:00 p.m. Bring your own picnic or shop from the nearby restaurants.
Nature Story Time :: Heard Museum
Kids enjoy nature-themed stories on second and fourth Fridays of the month at 10:00 a.m. Visitors may include puppet friends or live animals. Register online.
June 14
Juneteenth Celebration :: Finch ParkAll ages experience cultural connection, learning, and family fun with vendors, live entertainment, a kid zone, food, and more in McKinney. Hours are 4:00 – 9:00 p.m. The event is free.
Juneteenth Celebration :: Haggard Park
Visitors celebrate courage, culture, and community at this family-friendly event in Plano featuring jazz, children’s activities, dancing, and more from 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. Admission is free.
Second Saturday Bird Walk :: The Heard Museum
Learn bird-spotting and identification techniques every second Saturday at 8:00 a.m. The walk is included with general admission, which starts at $11 per guest.
- June 15 – 21
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June 16
Toddler Tuesday :: Crayola ExperienceKids hear themed stories and make crafts from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. on select Tuesdays. Cost of general admission includes access to Toddler Town, Scribble Square, and Stomp and Play.
June 17
Beginning 3D Design :: Frisco Public LibraryTweens ages 10 – 13 use a beginner web-based application for introductory lessons in 3D printing. Hours are 7:00 – 8:30 p.m.
June 18
Kids Club :: Watter’s Creek VillageChildren ages 2 – 6 hear a story and make a craft at this free come-and-go event at Barnes & Noble from 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
June 19 – 22
Stinky Cheese Man & Other Fairly Stupid Tales :: Willowbend Center of the Arts – Egelston Akers BlackboxClassic fairy tales come to life in fractured form with music and funny narration. Tickets range from $13 – $25. Showtimes vary by day.
June 21
Comic Con :: John and Judy Gay LibraryAll ages explore graphic novels and pop culture with vendors, cosplay, activities, and more. Hours are 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Register online.
Hands-On Chocolate Truffle Rolling :: Richardson City Hall
Teens learn about the origins of cacao, enjoy a taste test, and roll their own truffles to take home. Hours are 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. Register by June 7.
Special Needs Screening: How to Train Your Dragon :: Studio Movie Grill
On select Saturdays, watch sensory-friendly screenings at 11:00 a.m. Lights are left on, the volume is turned down, and audiences can move around as needed. Admission is free.
- June 22 – 30
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June 22
Mythical Magic :: Nack Theater FriscoA Plano Symphony Orchestra trio performs the music of magical characters from children’s movies at 3:00 p.m. Arrive early for a water-themed craft. Tickets are $15.
June 24 –28
National Theatre on Ice :: CUTX Event CenterAudiences experience the thrill of figure skating blended with theater and dance over five days in Allen. Purchase general admission tickets online.
June 27
Nature Story Time :: Heard MuseumKids enjoy nature-themed stories on second and fourth Fridays of the month at 10:00 a.m. Visitors may include puppet friends or live animals. Register online.
June 28
Special Needs Screening: Elio :: Studio Movie GrillOn select Saturdays, watch sensory-friendly screenings at 11:00 a.m. Lights are left on, the volume is turned down, and audiences can move around as needed. Admission is free.
June 30
Toddler Tuesday :: Crayola ExperienceKids hear themed stories and make crafts from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. on select Tuesdays. Cost of general admission with access to Toddler Town, Scribble Square, and Stomp and Play.
