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 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

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 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

 

 

 

 

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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