Six Plano Events Residents Should Know About in February and March

1. Ticketstock 2026, free sports-legend appearances at the Plano Event Center, Feb. 20–21

MULLEN & MULLEN Injury Law Firm’s free Ticketstock 2026 lands at the Plano Event Center Friday and Saturday, Feb. 20–21, and advertises major guests: Ivan “Pudge” Rodriguez (Texas Rangers legend, 14x All-Star, World Series champion, AL MVP, NLCS MVP and Baseball Hall of Famer), Charles Haley (Hall of Famer, Cowboys Ring of Honor member, five‑time Super Bowl winner) and Kevin “Pup” Smith (former Texas A&M standout and three‑time Super Bowl winner). The listing leans into fan engagement, “Every P1, P2, and even P3 is invited”, but the event page does not publish a detailed day‑by‑day schedule or autograph/photo session times; organizers should confirm arrival windows and any paid VIP experiences. From a public‑health and community perspective, expect large crowds in a confined arena: accessibility, crowd‑management plans and clear information on first‑aid stations and restroom lines will determine whether older adults and families can participate equitably.

2. Plano State of the City, civic priorities and a pre‑event “Plano Faces Fair,” Robinson Fine Arts Center, Feb. 3

Plano’s State of the City address is set for Feb. 3 at the Robinson Fine Arts Center, 1800 Alma Drive, with doors at 6:00 p.m. and the presentation beginning at 6:30 p.m.; the Plano Faces Fair opens beforehand at 5:45 p.m. Residents “will have the opportunity to hear about the city of Plano’s accomplishments, challenges and future direction,” making this a key moment to hear directly about municipal priorities that touch public health, services and infrastructure. Civic events like this can shape budget and policy decisions that determine access to mental‑health resources, public safety staffing and community health programming; attendees should check whether the presentation will be livestreamed and whether there are ways for residents with mobility or caregiving constraints to submit questions in advance.

3. Plano Senior Expo 2026, free health screenings and resource connections, Plano Event Center, Feb. 24

The Plano Senior Expo on Tuesday, Feb. 24 is billed as a free event that “connect[s] with local organizations dedicated to helping seniors & their families,” and promises prize drawings, refreshments and health screenings. Free, one‑stop health screenings at community expos are crucial for older adults who face barriers to primary care, prescription affordability and preventive services, they can identify untreated conditions and link people to long‑term resources. Organizers should publish the list of screening providers, what tests will be offered, whether insurers are billed or screenings are no‑cost, and transportation/ADA accommodations so low‑income and mobility‑limited seniors can benefit equitably.

4. Crain & Wooley: Free Estate Planning Webinar, online (ambiguous Dallas tag), Feb. 21 at 11:00 a.m.

Patch lists a “Crain & Wooley: Free Estate Planning Webinar” for Saturday, Feb. 21 at 11:00 a.m., advertised as free and presented as a webinar; one thumbnail also lists “Dallas, TX,” producing ambiguity about whether it’s purely online or part of a hybrid presentation. The teaser asks, “Are you confident your loved ones will be taken care of if something happens tomorrow?” and frames estate planning as a bridge to financial and medical decision‑making. For families, especially those caring for older adults or people with disabilities, access to clear estate‑planning guidance can reduce future legal and health disparities; organizers should publish the platform link, presenters’ names and any language/access supports (Spanish interpretation, closed captioning) so residents with limited legal resources can participate.

5. Unnamed festival photo: “The festival will feature a Kids Zone and 60 market vendors.” (photo credit: Courtesy Jennifer Shertzer)

Community Impact’s coverage includes a photo caption that reads, “The festival will feature a Kids Zone and 60 market vendors,” credited to Jennifer Shertzer, but the story excerpt does not name that festival or give its date or site. A family festival with a dedicated Kids Zone and 60 vendors represents both a major economic opportunity for local artisans and a community hub for families; public‑health implications include on‑site food safety, shaded rest and nursing areas, crowd density for toddlers and emergency‑medical access. Before attending, parents and small‑business vendors should seek confirmation of the festival name, exact date/time, Kids Zone age ranges and supervision rules, vendor permits and whether organizers offer vendor fee waivers or reduced booths to support diverse, low‑income entrepreneurs.

6. Card Con, large collector/gamer show at the Plano Event Center (dates tbd)

Plano Event Center marketing promises “the biggest Card Con yet” and a “full‑scale 1st Edition show” that will bring collectors, gamers and vendors together for a day of community and competition, but the event listing in the excerpts does not include firm dates or ticketing details. Card conventions are high‑traffic, often multi‑hour gatherings that can be meaningful economic generators for small sellers and youth engagement spaces, yet they can also present equity challenges: high ticket prices, limited youth programming and sparse ADA accommodations shut out lower‑income collectors. Organizers should release event dates, entry fees, vendor lists and tournament formats soon, and consider family rates or discounted vendor tables to broaden participation across Plano’s neighborhoods.