Plano families are invited to enjoy fun, family-friendly events to celebrate the start of the long 4th of July holiday weekend. Plus, check out a couple things below that are available all summer long, including a City of Plano Parks Exploration Guide and D88 Read-Aloud Wednesdays.
Walking Parade – Rescheduled for July 9th
Decorate your bicycle, stroller, wagon, etc. and join the City of Plano for an old fashioned, family fun walking parade on Sunday, July 9th. Line up at 12:30 PM north of the Police Department and the parade starts at 1 PM. Well-behaved pets are welcome.
Midweek Music – June 28
On Wednesday, June 28th, the City of Plano offers “Midweek Music.” From 6-8 PM this evening, Jake Mack will entertain the crowd with his popular acoustic rock style of music. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy the music in the green space behind the police department. The splash pad will be open and Galvan’s food truck will be there. No alcohol or smoking allowed. Come enjoy the tunes! Midweek Wednesday music is offered on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month throughout the summer.
Fireworks – June 30
The City of Plano presents the second annual fireworks display at Plano High School on Friday, June 30th. Sit in the stands at Reaper Stadium or bring chairs and set-up in designated areas. Gates open at 7:30 PM, with concessions offered by Plano Sports Boosters. Fireworks at dusk. This is a safe, family-friendly event. No alcohol, tobacco, firearms, coolers or tailgating allowed. Please leave personal fireworks and sparklers at home. Support your local Sports Boosters and watch awesome fireworks light up the skies over Plano!
Plano Parks Historical Exploration Guide – All summer long
Click here to check out this newly published guide offering fun things for families to see and do all summer long. Check out a kid-friendly scavenger hunt, information about parks and benches around town, read about local heroes, and much more! This guide helps families get to know more about the Plano community, including history and nature, in a fun and educational way.
Read Aloud Wednesdays – All summer long
If you are driving to fun, family events or just enjoying some down time at home, please remember to check out our Read Aloud Wednesday stories that are published new each week. Click here to access the page on the district website and listen to three well-loved stories each week, read aloud by favorite Plano teachers. New stories are published at 4 PM each Wednesday throughout the summer. Don’t worry if you missed the first couple weeks; they are still live on the website.