Nothing says Independence Day like parties, food, parades and FIREWORKS! Are you Fourth of July ready? Here's our red, white and blue list to get you well on your way to celebrating in style. 

For more events in Irving and around the area, check the events calendar.

 

1. MAKE THIS

RED, WHITE AND BLUE PANNA COTTA AND BARBEQUE RUB SEARED SALMON

What a firecracker! Try out this red, white and blue recipe at your July 4th cookout. We know it's going to make you look good! Irving Convention Center's award-winning Executive Chef Eduardo Alvarez has opened his personal recipe book and shared a few mouthwatering recipes. Have a look, there's two to enjoy. One, a patriotic dessert, and second, a seared salmon over a veggie salad topped off with a cilantro dressing. YUM! Get the recipes.

 

2. SHOP THIS

Irving Mall Clothes

IRVING MALL AND MICHAELS

Head to the Irving Mall to see what delightful Independence Day treasures you can find. For example, how cute are these children's clothes and patriotic flip-flops from The Children's Place? And every lady needs a red dress in her wardrobe. This one is from Wave Fashion. You can make it pop with a necklace you made with jewelry supplies from Michael's on MacArthur Blvd, or shop any of the jewelry stores in Irving Mall for ready-made wear.

Mall Hours: Monday-Saturday 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

 

3. EAT THESE

Nothing Bundt Cakes Forth of July Decor | Cupcake cakes, Cake, Summer food  party

RED WHITE & BLUE PATRIOTIC CAKE

These patriotic cakes are a must order and will be a guaranteed hit at the BBQ. Place your order at Nothing Bundt Cakes for their Patriotic cake! The red satin bow is spangled with blue and starry dots. And, yes, the candles are sparklers! 'Cause America loves its independence and a great tasting cake. They are conveniently located in Las Colinas at 6450 N MacArthur Blvd. For more details, click here

 

Lizzie Lu Candy

Lizzie Lu German Chocolate Cake

Lizzie Lu Pickle

LIZZIE LU LUXURY TREATS

Pop one of these Lizzie Lu treats in your mouth and your taste buds will explode in delight! From all-American candy bark flavors, like apple pie or watermelon, to yummy cakes or Kool-Aid flavored pickles (tropical, green apple and grape), Lizzie Lu adds a little serving of family legacy with every bite. Everything is hand-made from age-old confectioner's recipes like the ones your grandmother used to enjoy. While much has changed in America since the days of Annie Mae Owens (Great Grandmother) and Elizabeth Jones (Grandmother), the spirit of creating sweet treats while building connections in the community has motivated their family for more than 35 years. Menu

 

4. DO THIS

CELEBRATE AMERICA'S BIRTHDAY IN IRVING

Irving's Independence Day celebration is too big to capture in just one day. On Friday, July 3, kick off the festivities at Irving's patriotic parade where thousands of people will descend upon historic downtown for this annual celebration from 9 a.m. to noon.

On Sunday, July 4, the party heads north to the brand new Levy Events Plaza in Las Colinas with even more food, concerts and fireworks. There's free parking and shuttle from the Toyota Music Factory parking lot, or for you big spenders, there's $10 parking at The Summit parking garage, 545 E. John Carpenter Freeway. They accept cash only with no bills larger than $20. Bring your blankets and chairs and come ready to celebrate America. Coolers and alcohol are prohibited. 

ACTIVITIES :

Free concerts

  • 6:10 p.m. | Alex Aguilar

  • 8 p.m. | Downtown Fever

  • 9:30 p.m. | Fireworks show

Food Trucks

  • NOLA Cajun Catering

  • JBW Vending

  • Papa’s Homemade Ice Cream

  • And a dozen more with plenty of variety

For the Kiddos

  • Kids' Fun Area

  • Plenty of room to run and play

  • Instaworthy sunsets over Lake Carolyn for a family photo backdrop

For Adults

  • Beer Garden

For more details, click here.

 

5. OR THIS

MIX AND MATCH YOUR HOLIDAY WEEKEND

Here are a couple of other fun things happening around town to celebrate the fourth. Feel free to pick and choose to top off your Fourth of July weekend fun.

  • Four Seasons Dallas Resort and Club - Celebrate summer at Four Seasons with fireworks, food, family and fun. They'll have water slides, movies under the stars, Tex the longhorn steer, Falconry exhibitions, and a whole lot more. Weekend festivities are complimentary for Resort guests. For more details, click here.

  • Toyota Music Factory - 98.7 KLUV and Mrs. Baird's presents the Red, White & Brave celebration on July 4 at 9:30 p.m. Bring your lawn chair and enjoy this free celebration while recognizing the essential workers that have kept us safe and sound during these times of isolation and uncertainty. Watch the City of Irving fireworks display from the Texas Lottery Plaza or from home through a live stream. Live music performed by The Rockaholics! Gates open at 7 pm. For more details, click here.

 

For more events in Irving and around the area, check the events calendar.