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Texans are a unique lot. We have our own lingo, our own style of food, our own music and we're mighty proud of it all. From over yonder to pert' near here, you don't have to look far to find the best of Texas in Irving. Here is your guide to what is truly Texan about our town and how to grab it by the horns - because that's what we Texans do.  There's always more than meets the eye, so take a peek at the full events calendar on our website at www.irvingtexas.com.

I bet you thought this blog would lead you to some mouthwatering enchiladas in Irving, Texas. Well, just hang on and ride, that's coming up in a bit. But first, I wanted to remind you of the great many events going on in Irving over the weekend. Instead of listing just a few, what we've got here is the WHOLE enchilada.  So as our great Mayor Stopfer says, "Get out there and enjoy our great city!" And for other area events, be sure to visit our website at www.irvingtexas.com.

July is peeking just around the corner and you know what that means . . . time to don your red, white and blue and celebrate America's independence. We are so fortunate to live and work in a city that offers a wide variety of patriotic events, including live music, food trucks, festivities for the whole family, fireworks, and did I mention live music?  Here are our recommended events to attend beginning this weekend.  You can also look on our website for more.  www.irvingtexas.com

Summer nights are for dancing, dining and staying up late. Toss back your cares, grab your friends and dance the night away at one of these vibrant venues. And if you don't know how to dance, we've got that covered as well. Get out and have some fun, it's the weekend! And as always, if you don't see anything you like, there's always more at our website: www.irvingtexas.com/events.

Dads are a pair of big arms to pick you up when you fall. They're a grill master waving smoke away from your face. They impart their vast wisdom freely, and their hearts are as big as Texas. Yep, dads are pretty awesome.  So this Sunday, take your Dad out to eat at any one of Irving's diverse restaurants. We've made it easy for you by listing our top 5 picks for Father's Day. Now, be sure to call first in case reservations are required.

For more events this weekend, stop by our website at www.irvingtexas.com.

It's what makes Irving, Texas a great town - a marriage of the old and new, where diversity is mainstream and food is a common language. That's what you get this weekend with the top events listed below. Whether it's a day spent at the Mandalay Canal Festival, catching a play about freedom, or celebrating 150 years of history, there's something here for everyone. And there's even more listed on our website, so go ahead, check it out. Just be sure to tag us in those photos @visitirvingtx.

Memorial Day weekend is a great time to gather with family and friends for cookouts and pre-summer activities.  It's also a great time to teach your children about our true heroes, the servicemen and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. As you bite into your celebratory hot dog, consider visiting these area Memorial Day weekend activities.

I do think it is getting more and more difficult to make up my mind on what to do for the weekend. I love me some John Denver music, and my BFF's want to see The Full Monty. Plus I really want to experience Asian cultures at the Dragon Boat Festival.  It's a good thing I can do all three, and more. Below I've listed just a few of the fantastic events you can visit in Irving, Texas this weekend. Or click on our website for a city-full of fun!

You know how around March 17 all of a sudden everyone becomes Irish? Well, Cinco de Mayo is kind of like that. Around here, on May 5 everyone celebrates being Mexican, even if they're Irish like me. It's an American tradition we all love, to celebrate our cultures with friends and together experience what our hometown has to offer. To that effect, I submit to you our weekend list of the top

5 Places to Celebrate

Cinco de Mayo in Irving, Texas

As you make your way around Irving this weekend, you'll find fun and exciting activities in every corner of the city. To help you out, we've mapped some events below, or you can visit our website for a more complete list of area events. Whether you want to celebrate Arbor Day, shop for a one-of-a-kind gift or antique, listen to live music, or learn all about cycling, there is something for everyone. Now, get outside and enjoy this beautiful weather!