Want to explore Irving but don’t have much time? No problem. Irving is so easy to get around, you can easily hit the hot spots if you’re crunched for time. Whether you’re passing through town or looking to visit for a day trip, we’ve pulled together things to do in Irving below.

Conveniently located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, the fourth largest metropolitan area in the country, Irving, Texas is home to dozens of fun and affordable attractions perfect for business travelers and families alike. With so many free and low-cost things to do in Irving, the hardest thing will be choosing which one to tackle first.

Things in Irving are heating up, and it isn’t just the temperature. Check out this incredible list of Irving summer events and DFW summer festivals below to keep you entertained all summer long.

After a day full of meetings, you might be wondering what to do in Irving to kick back and relax. Whether you’re looking for a little solo rest and relaxation, or something to do with a group, Irving offers plenty of ways to unwind or squeeze in a little extra team building after your meeting. Irving’s prime location in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex means you will find an abundance of world-class activities at your fingertips.

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

I'm sure you know by now, Valentine's Day is this Sunday! Your lady or gent might have been dropping a few hints of what they'd like to do. If you're looking for an extraordinary opportunity to wine, dine and treat your sweetie, you have to keep reading. 

Irving has something for everyone when it comes to being outdoors, including— picnicking, hiking/biking trails, sports of all kinds, fishing, swimming, recreation centers, canoeing and boating. Sometimes the kid in us just needs to get outdoors and soak up some sunshine. To that, we say, YES go for it! Pack a picnic or grab some food from a nearby hot spot and explore our top five picks for picnicking in Irving and Las Colinas.