{"id":148903,"date":"2026-06-29T23:06:34","date_gmt":"2026-06-30T06:06:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/?p=148903"},"modified":"2026-06-29T23:06:34","modified_gmt":"2026-06-30T06:06:34","slug":"things-to-do-in-and-around-irving-tx","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/local-resources\/things-to-do-in-and-around-irving-tx\/","title":{"rendered":"11 Locals-endorsed things to do in and around Irving, TX"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Positioned 15 minutes east of Dallas and 30 minutes west of Fort Worth, Irving, TX was founded in 1903 and was later incorporated in 1914. Until the post-WWII boom, the area remained largely agricultural. In the early 1970s, the iconic Las Colinas community sprouted (think Beverly Hills in LA or Buckhead in Atlanta), transforming Irving into a major business destination.<\/p>\n<p>Today, Irving\u2019s Las Colinas is home to corporate names such as Kimberly-Clark, Nexstar Media, and Caterpillar. In fact, the area is such a thriving economic cornerstone that statistics indicate roughly 81,700 people commute there during the workweek\u2014that\u2019s an estimated <a href=\"https:\/\/www.city-data.com\/city\/Irving-Texas.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">31% increase<\/a> over its regular residential population. Part of that influx is due to the city\u2019s inclusion of the massive\u00a0Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport. As you might have guessed, the influx of commuters brings an exciting vibe to Irving, powered by diversity, culture, fine dining, nightlife, and plenty of fun things to do for locals and visitors alike.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s worth noting that Irving is part of a larger metropolitan area (the Metroplex) along with Dallas, Fort Worth, Arlington, Plano, Frisco, and others, each with its own unique personality and lineup of attractions. So, if you\u2019re planning a trip to the area, stick around. In this post, we\u2019ll pass along some locals\u2019 recommendations for things to see and do around Irving and the Metroplex!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-148912\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2026\/06\/residential-and-mixed-buildings-along-mandalay-canals.png\" alt=\"mandalay canals in irving teas with residential and mixed use buildings\" width=\"960\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2026\/06\/residential-and-mixed-buildings-along-mandalay-canals.png 960w, https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2026\/06\/residential-and-mixed-buildings-along-mandalay-canals.png?resize=500,333 500w, https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2026\/06\/residential-and-mixed-buildings-along-mandalay-canals.png?resize=768,512 768w, https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2026\/06\/residential-and-mixed-buildings-along-mandalay-canals.png?resize=150,100 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>1. Enjoy a night out at the Music Factory<\/h2>\n<p>Irving\u2019s Toyota Music Factory is one of the city\u2019s most bustling areas, hosting a broad array of entertainment options. At the center is the Pavilion by Live Nation\u2014a 4,000-seat music venue that can convert to an indoor-outdoor amphitheater, expanding the venue\u2019s capacity to 8,000 for bigger shows. In addition to musical acts, the Pavilion also hosts theater performances, stand-up comedy shows, and more.<\/p>\n<p>The Music Factory was designed to be much more than just a music venue, however! The whole complex is roughly 17 acres and includes an open-air plaza (often with free live music), restaurants and bars, a comedy club, and a movie theater. Everything\u2019s within walking distance, so lots of people come to hang out, even when there isn\u2019t a show.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-148908\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2026\/06\/mandalay-canals-in-irving-tx.png\" alt=\"strolling along the mandalay canals in irving texas\" width=\"960\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2026\/06\/mandalay-canals-in-irving-tx.png 960w, https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2026\/06\/mandalay-canals-in-irving-tx.png?resize=500,333 500w, https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2026\/06\/mandalay-canals-in-irving-tx.png?resize=768,512 768w, https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2026\/06\/mandalay-canals-in-irving-tx.png?resize=150,100 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>2. Stroll the Mandalay Canals<\/h2>\n<p>About a 5- to 10-minute walk from the Music Factory are the Mandalay Canals. Originally built into the Las Colinas community, the canals were designed with a Venetian vibe in mind. You can expect stone walkways, beautiful vine-decorated bridges, waterfalls and fountains, and even gondola rides in some portions of the canals and the neighboring Lake Carolyn, making it a popular spot for date nights! Many visitors walk the canals, grab dinner at one of the canal-side restaurants, then head on over to the Music Factory for a show.<\/p>\n<h2>3. Check out the Irving Arts Center<\/h2>\n<p>Affiliated with the Smithsonian Institution, the Irving Arts Center is an amazing, 10-acre campus where visitors can immerse themselves in art of all kinds. The center hosts multiple, rotating galleries (free to the public!) and an outdoor sculpture garden. It also houses two professional theaters where patrons can enjoy plays, musicals, symphony concerts, ballet, jazz performances, and children\u2019s theater productions. What sets the Irving Arts Center apart from many others is that it reads much more like a destination rather than a single-purpose venue, making it an ideal spot for art lovers.<\/p>\n<h2>4. Get some exercise on Campion Trail<\/h2>\n<p>Campion Trail is a 22-mile greenbelt with 12-foot-wide paths connecting parks, neighborhoods, and Las Colinas. It\u2019s a popular spot for walking, jogging, cycling, and inline skating, and because it&#8217;s mostly flat, the paths are accessible to visitors of all fitness levels. The trail follows the Elm Fork and West Fork of the Trinity River, making it an excellent place for spotting local wildlife. All along the paths, you\u2019ll find picnic areas, restrooms, drinking fountains, covered pavilions, and parking lots. Although it\u2019s impressive as is, the City of Irving plans to expand the trail to connect with neighboring Metroplex cities, including Dallas, Fort Worth, Arlington, and more, by <a href=\"https:\/\/irvingtx.gov\/campion-trail\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">the end of 2028<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>5. Explore the Arlington Entertainment District<\/h2>\n<p>Just southwest of Irving, Arlington is part of the Metroplex area and is home to some more of the region&#8217;s popular entertainment destinations. Kenneth Cox, broker and owner of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dfwurbanrealty.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">DFW Realty,<\/a> gave us some suggestions for where to go. \u201cWhen visiting the Dallas\u2013Fort Worth area, I recommend experiencing a mix of the region&#8217;s entertainment, sports, outdoor recreation, history, and cultural attractions. One of the most popular destinations is the Arlington Entertainment District, home to Six Flags Over Texas, Globe Life Field, Texas Live!, and AT&amp;T Stadium. Whether you&#8217;re attending a Texas Rangers game, touring the Cowboys stadium, or enjoying live entertainment, there&#8217;s something for everyone and every age group.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-148909\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2026\/06\/entertainment-district-in-arlington-tx.png\" alt=\"aerial view of arlington entertainment district and parking lots\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2026\/06\/entertainment-district-in-arlington-tx.png 960w, https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2026\/06\/entertainment-district-in-arlington-tx.png?resize=500,281 500w, https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2026\/06\/entertainment-district-in-arlington-tx.png?resize=768,432 768w, https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2026\/06\/entertainment-district-in-arlington-tx.png?resize=150,84 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>6. Drop in to Grandscape in The Colony<\/h2>\n<p>\u201cIn North Dallas, visitors should explore Grandscape in The Colony, one of the largest mixed-use entertainment developments in the country, featuring shopping, restaurants, live music, attractions, outdoor events, and family-friendly entertainment all in one walkable destination,\u201d says Cox. \u201cNearby, The Star in Frisco serves as the Dallas Cowboys&#8217; world headquarters and training facility, offering guided tours, sports-themed attractions, upscale dining, shopping, and year-round community events.\u201d<\/p>\n<h2>7. Spend a day on the water<\/h2>\n<p>Thanks to its prime location in the Metroplex, Irving is within driving distance of several popular lakes. \u201cFor those who enjoy the outdoors, Lewisville Lake, Grapevine Lake, and Lake Ray Hubbard provide excellent opportunities for boating, fishing, waterfront dining, and scenic sunset views,\u201d says Cox. (At about a 15\u201320-minute drive, Grapevine Lake is the closest and easiest to reach from Irving by car.) All three lakes offer pontoon boat and jet ski rentals, and some also have sailboats, fishing boats, and wake boats.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-148910\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2026\/06\/grapevine-lake.png\" alt=\"grapevine lake near irving texas\" width=\"960\" height=\"602\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2026\/06\/grapevine-lake.png 960w, https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2026\/06\/grapevine-lake.png?resize=500,314 500w, https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2026\/06\/grapevine-lake.png?resize=768,482 768w, https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2026\/06\/grapevine-lake.png?resize=150,94 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>8. Cool off in the Fort Worth Cultural District<\/h2>\n<p>According to Cox, the Dallas\/Fort Worth area has an excellent arts and culture scene, offering plenty of indoor options to enjoy on rainy days or during the sweltering Texas summer. \u201cArt and history enthusiasts should also make time for Fort Worth&#8217;s Cultural District,\u201d he says, \u201cwhich features the Kimbell Art Museum, the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, and the historic Fort Worth Stockyards.\u201d<\/p>\n<h2>9. Channel your inner cowpoke at the Fort Worth Stockyards<\/h2>\n<p>While the Stockyards can be included in the cultural district experience, they\u2019re an iconic destination worthy of an entire day trip on their own. Kenya Martinez of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.semmelmanninteriors.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Semmelmann Interiors<\/a> agrees. \u201cOne of the things I love most about the Dallas\u2013Fort Worth area is the unique blend of culture, creativity, and genuine hospitality. Whether you&#8217;re visiting for a weekend or an extended stay, there is something here for everyone. I always recommend exploring the Fort Worth Stockyards for a taste of Texas history and culture.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>After a 30-minute drive (give or take a few minutes, depending on traffic), you can watch the twice-daily cattle drive, check out a rodeo at the historic Cowtown Coliseum, and enjoy some live country music and line dancing at Billy Bob\u2019s Texas. History buffs will definitely enjoy the Stockyards Museum in the Livestock Exchange Building. It covers the cattle industry, the Chisholm Trail, and Fort Worth&#8217;s development as &#8220;Cowtown.&#8221;\u00a0 Before you head out, be sure to visit Mule Alley, one of the Stockyard\u2019s newer additions. The restored collection of former horse and mule barns houses boutiques, western wear shops, cafes, cocktail bars, and steakhouses.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-148911\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2026\/06\/longhorn-in-fort-worth-texas.png\" alt=\"view of longhorn in fort worth texas\" width=\"960\" height=\"681\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2026\/06\/longhorn-in-fort-worth-texas.png 960w, https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2026\/06\/longhorn-in-fort-worth-texas.png?resize=500,355 500w, https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2026\/06\/longhorn-in-fort-worth-texas.png?resize=768,545 768w, https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/62\/2026\/06\/longhorn-in-fort-worth-texas.png?resize=150,106 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>10. Browse the Fort Worth Design Studio<\/h2>\n<p>\u201cBeyond the restaurants and attractions, Dallas\u2013Fort Worth is home to a thriving design community,\u201d says Martinez. \u201cDesign enthusiasts may enjoy visiting Fort Worth Design Studio to experience curated furnishings, custom textiles, and the creativity that continues to shape the region&#8217;s luxury lifestyle market.\u201d Originally created as a trade showroom, the studio is still where some of the area\u2019s top interior designers source materials. However, members of the public are also encouraged to browse, even if they aren\u2019t working with a designer.<\/p>\n<h2>11. Go restaurant hunting<\/h2>\n<p>Not sure where to eat? There are plenty of places to choose from, but Paige Neal of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.paigealexisphoto.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Paige Alexis Photo<\/a> encourages you to support local small businesses. \u201cAfter living in the Dallas-Fort Worth area for ten years, I can say one thing for sure, you&#8217;ll never run out of restaurants or coffee shops to try!\u201d she says. \u201cMy boyfriend and I have a long-standing tradition of playing \u2018restaurant roulette\u2019. We have a shared note on our phones, and whenever we drive past a new restaurant or coffee shop, we add it to the list. The next time we ask each other the age-old question &#8220;where should we go?&#8221; we pick a random number and go wherever our notes app says is correlated to that number. The list is always changing, so it never gets old, and it encourages us to try small businesses more! Our favorite finds so far have been Pano Vino Osteria in Addison for Italian and World Blend in Fort Worth for coffee!\u201d<\/p>\n<h2>Ready to head to Texas?<\/h2>\n<p>As you probably have heard, Texas is huge, with lots of cities and suburbs sprinkled all throughout the state. It might be tempting to chalk up Irving as just another one of those suburbs, but the area\u2019s unique diversity and charm set it and the greater Metroplex area apart. Whether you\u2019re interested in fine dining, wild West culture, or the great outdoors, you won\u2019t be bored, either. Browsing listings for your new Irving home? Check out RentCafe\u2019s rentals for some of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/apartments-for-rent\/irving-tx\/\">best apartments in Irving, Texas<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Positioned 15 minutes east of Dallas and 30 minutes west of Fort Worth, Irving, TX was founded in 1903 and was later incorporated in 1914. 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