The Augustus in Historic Downtown McKinney is a spacious, distinctive, customizable event venue perfect for cocktail receptions, corporate events, weddings, and everything in between. Featuring over 6,000 sq-ft across five rooms, it’s the ideal location to celebrate, gather, and create memories. The turn of the century brick building, originally a wholesale grocery warehouse, was built by Augustus Chapel King who founded and operated The King Grocery Company. Mr. King, also known as Gus, is woven into the history of McKinney. His namesake, The Augustus, pays homage to his one-of-a-kind space along with McKinney's storied past. The Augustus is brought to you by the team at Local Yocal BBQ & Grill known for locally sourced, Chef-driven, sophisticated Texas cuisine. The team at the The Augustus is committed to designing and executing a personalized event that is uniquely yours, in a distinctive space that is authentically Texan, with food and drink that’s party perfect.

Gather in Downtown McKinney is an intimate, historic-luxe wedding venue located on the square in Downtown McKinney, Texas. Gather is owned and operated by Darrell and Jill Barnes, a husband and wife team who are thrilled to be able to share in some of your most special moments. Since opening in 2011 Gather remains a staple in the local community. With its historic location, original wood floors, exposed bricks and crystal chandeliers, Gather is an elegant, timeless venue that hosts up to 150 guest providing a celebration that is sure to be memorable. We are an excellent location for hosting bridal or baby showers, birthday parties or quinceaneras, rehearsal dinners, wedding ceremonies and much more.

We are a family owned + operated business. We believe that family is so important in the foundation of marriage and we love welcoming all of our sweet couples into our family! Each area of the property has been meticulously thought out with our couples in mind. We thrive in making sure each couple + their families feel at home and at ease on their wedding day! We are located near a ton of hotels. We have a flexible floor plans with many set up options! We also have a large asphalt parking lot. The Venue offers a bridal suite complete with h/m stations, smart tv+mini fridge, a masculine grooms cabin with smart tv +mini fridge, a large outdoor ceremony space, an indoor chapel, a large covered porch for cocktail hour, (2) kitchens, bar kitchen, and a large catering kitchen. We have two sets of men’s and women’s restrooms, one set at each end of the building. We also have a fully handicap accessible restroom. We have on site lodging as well as a smaller venue for your rehearsal dinner.