The Space

Every detail,
considered.

3,750 square feet of versatile event space in the heart of historic downtown McKinney — indoors and out.

3,000 Indoor Sq. Ft.
750 Patio Sq. Ft.
120 Standing Capacity
100 Seated Capacity
2nd Floor Venue
main indoor hall

The main
hall.

A beautifully appointed 3,000-square-foot open floor plan with soaring ceilings, bathed in natural light and designed to flex from intimate dinners to full-capacity receptions. The elevated second-story position gives the entire space a feeling of prestige and occasion.

3,000 Square Feet
2nd Floor Location
outdoor patio / balcony

The patio.

McKinney's first upstairs patio — a stunning 750-square-foot open-air balcony perched above Chestnut Street. Guests are treated to captivating views of historic brick buildings, sparkling lights, and the iconic landmarks that define McKinney's timeless downtown charm.

750 Square Feet
#1 Upstairs Patio Downtown

Room for every gathering.

120
Standing Reception

Cocktail parties, galas, networking events, and standing receptions thrive in the open floor plan with room for mingling and movement.

120
100
Seated Dinner

Seated dinners, corporate luncheons, rehearsal dinners, and formal occasions comfortably served with generous table spacing.

100

Everything
you need.

Full Prep Kitchen

A large, professional-grade preparation kitchen equipped to support any catering team. Bring your favorite caterer and they'll feel right at home.

Catering Ready
Separate Restrooms

Dedicated, well-appointed women's and men's restrooms on premises — private, spacious, and thoughtfully designed for your guests.

Full Facilities
Vendor Flexibility

No in-house vendor requirements. Choose your own caterers, florists, DJs, photographers, bartenders, and more. Total creative freedom.

Bring Your Own
Elevator Access

A fully operational elevator ensures every guest — regardless of mobility — arrives comfortably on the second floor event space.

ADA Compliant
Balcony Patio

McKinney's first upstairs patio — 750 square feet of outdoor space elevated above Chestnut Street with panoramic views of historic downtown.

Downtown Views
Open Floor Plan

Flexible, unobstructed layout adapts to any configuration — round tables, long banquets, cocktail standing, theater seating, and more.

Fully Flexible

Bring your
own team.

At The Chestnut Hall, your vision leads. We place no restrictions on outside vendors — bring anyone you love and trust to make your event exceptional.

Caterers & Food Service
Florists & Decor
DJs & Live Music
Photographers & Videographers
Bartenders & Bar Services
Event Planners & Coordinators
event setup / vendors

Fully ADA Accessible

The Chestnut Hall is fully ADA compliant with both stair and elevator access to the second-floor venue. Every guest arrives with ease and dignity — because accessibility isn't an afterthought, it's a standard.

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in person?
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