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The Loop is a FREE circulator connecting hotels, businesses, restaurants, entertainment and attractions throughout the Las Colinas Urban Center and Entertainment District. Designed for visitors, employees and residents alike, simply board at designated stops and enjoy the ride.   Read More

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This Weekend in Irving

We’ve got another exciting weekend coming up in Irving, TX. Whether you are looking for concerts, happy hours, culinary or cultural events, look no further

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This Weekend in Irving

We’ve got another exciting weekend coming up in Irving, TX. Whether you are looking for concerts, happy hours, culinary or cultural events, look no further

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Carol Stoddard
Author: Carol Stoddard

Writer, organizer, support staffer, baby boomer. Lover of the DFW Metroplex and its history. When I’m not working, I’m writing or chasing my cat off the counter. I love to explore new places and try new area restaurants. The best keep popping up in Irving. Peace out. 

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June is Calling You Home to Irving

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Do you remember as a kid how excited you were on the last day of school? You could hardly concentrate as you said your goodbyes, talked about what you were doing that summer, or where you were going.  You couldn’t wait for the bell to ring before you bolted out the door, ready to embrace summer like a long lost love. That excitement can be recaptured in your home town of Irving, Texas.  This month's line up of events will bring back the romance of summer sounds, smells and tastes.  Check out the fun below and be sure to tag us at #visitirving when you post your selfies…

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Meet the Newly Updated Heritage Park in Irving

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Irving’s past meets the needs of its future at the newly renovated Heritage Park in historic downtown Irving. There’s something about nostalgia that attracts the young to learn and the old to remember. Heritage Park combines its nostalgic past while representingthe future of urban family outings.  While the park highlights reminders of when Irving was just a combination of dots on a railroad map, it also offers a large gathering place for families, an entertainment venue for visitors, picnic benches near a food truck court, and a children’s play area.  …

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Celebrate Veterans Day In Irving

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Americans love, respect, and honor our troops all year round. However, each November, we set aside a special time to honor the sacrifices our brave military veterans have made. Originally called Armistice Day, Veterans Day falls on the anniversary of World War I. The holiday was renamed in 1954 to honor the service of all military members.    Visit Irving salutes our past and present men and women in uniform today. Below is a list of Veterans Day celebrations throughout the city…

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Texas Stadium: Looking Back at a Legend

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If I asked you which football stadium had a hole in its roof so God can watch His favorite team play, would you know the answer? But, of course! Much has been written about Irving's beloved Texas Stadium throughout the years. For almost 40 years, it housed America's team, the Dallas Cowboys, and showcased many memorable moments. It's where the Cowboys won their last Super Bowl game – all five Super Bowl games, in fact. This iconic stadium not only showcased action-packed NFL games, but it was also a hometown gathering place for graduations, high school football playoff games, concerts, and who can forget the drive-in movie theater in its parking lot? When Irving bid farewell to the Cowboys, we said goodbye to a gentle giant, a behemoth best friend, our white-topped mountain on the horizon. Join me in paying a posthumous tribute to this historic stadium during the 50th anniversary of its construction. Join me in honoring the great Texas Stadium…

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How to Celebrate With Dad in Irving

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Whether you're celebrating Father's Day for the first time, planning a father-son night on the town or simply taking the whole family out to dinner, this year can be even more special with just a few tips. We asked the dads in our office to toss out some words of wisdom, and these are their responses. Of course there's no shortage of things to do or places to eathere in Irving, so we've listed just some of their favorite picks for you. …

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Remembering Freedom in Irving

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As we emerge from our pandemic isolation andstart traveling again, connecting with loved ones after a long and isolated separation, remembering our freedoms this year takes on a whole new meaning. Freedom encompasses so many aspects of our lives that we can't begin to recognize or appreciate fully the joy that comes with it, until it's gone. This year we invite you to celebrate with us in Irving on Memorial Day weekend through various activities across town. However you choose to remember your freedoms, Irving can help you along the way…

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The Irving Convention Center Turns 10

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We’re dedicating this #ThrowbackThursday to one of Irving’s biggest game-changers - theIrving Convention Center at Las Colinas, which opened 10 years ago this week. Hosting a wide variety of events from large public shows, to small meetings, to sporting events and more, the building is as flexible as it is beautiful and served as the catalyst that spurred the development of Irving’s Entertainment District. But the road to developing a convention center in Irving took many twists and turns along the way. Join us as we travel back in time and learn the history of this architecturally stunning structure. As always, for the young and young-at-heart, we’ve included a familiar puzzle. Click on the image below to load the online puzzle. Now, let's get started.  …

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#ThrowbackThursday: Famous People From Irving

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We’re dedicating this #ThrowbackThursday to some of thefamous people who once called Irving home. Several of these superstars you know hailed from the Big I, but a few just might surprise you. As always, for the young and young-at-heart, we’ve included a Hidden Music activity and coloring page in honor of former Irvingites who – like the city itself – keep the beat going on. Click on the image at the bottom of the page to print the color page. Now, let's get started … …

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