Have you met Irving, TX yet? With a scenic urban lake and Venetian-style canals, plus resort hotels and a walkable entertainment district, Irving is the idyllic setting for rockin’ summer fun - easily accessed just between Dallas and Fort Worth.

Picture yourself lounging poolside, cocktail in hand, or off to the lake for an outdoorsy adventure. Bogey or birdie? Sip and spa? Next-level nightlife? Romantic gondola cruise? Blues, jazz, hip-hop or rock & roll? It’s YOUR summer. It’s YOUR playlist.

Rockin' Summer Playlist All Around Town

Playing It by Ear

Here’s a little secret. There’s more than one music city in the Lone Star State. That’s right, y’all. Irving is stealing the spotlight with superstars, world-renown headliners, local bands, and talented regional artists performing all over town. The Toyota Music Factory and its Live Nation Pavilion top the charts. The Pavilion draws the stars to the Toyota Music Factory where there is everything you need for an exciting night out - dozens of bars, restaurants, and the open-air Texas Lottery Plaza with markets, festivals and live music most weekends.

Water Play

For an outdoor experience, head to Lake Carolyn. Whether you’re with a group or the kiddos, Lake Carolyn offers classes and excursions that will have you on the water in no time. Enjoy paddle boarding, kayaking, or cruising on a Venetian gondola.

Food Play

With more ethnicities represented in its 75038 ZIP code than almost any other city in the United States, it’s no wonder that Irving’s restaurants, too, speak many languages. Local eateries offer an authentic taste of far-flung culinary destinations including Japan, Italy, India, and beyond.  And you’ll find first-rate waterfront dining at the hip and happening Water Street along Lake Carolyn. Irving eateries run the gamut from immersive dining experiences at upscale restaurants to expertly crafted cocktails, wine rooms, and gastropubs to farm to table and everything in-between.

Playing Around 

While Irving has more than enough to keep you and your friends, lovers and kids entertained with a mix of urban charm and small-town hospitality, it’s also a stellar starting point to experience all that the Dallas-Fort Worth Area has to offer. Stay here and you’ll be just minutes away from top attractions like the famous Fort Worth Stockyards. There’s a lot to see and do in the area, and Irving puts you right in the middle of it all.

ROCKIN’ HOTEL DEALS AND SUMMER VIBES

Any good getaway starts with an amazing stay, and Irving has plenty of options ranging from affordable to upscale. Each Irving retreat has a unique vibe, pool scene, foodie fun, and delightful amenities.

Retro Stay

Escape from your everyday life to the retro-inspired Texican Court. Nestled on acres of landscaped courtyards with kitschy comfy furniture and twinkling lights, Texican Court offers outdoor play including giant Jenga and cornhole, complimentary pastel-colored bicycles, fire pits with s’mores kits, and LIVE MUSIC every weekend. The center of attention: the crystal-blue circular swimming pool.

Lakeside Stay

Sunshiny views of the pristine lake from the pool deck, delicious eats, and spa services make for the staycation trifecta at Irving’s Omni Las Colinas. With lawn games, crackling flames to roast s’mores at your personal firepit and the Lakehouse Waterfront Lounge for summery snacks and cold drinks, there’s no need to leave the property once you’ve settled into a poolside chaise or full-service cabana—unless you prefer the hotel’s Mokara Salon & Spa for an afternoon.

Resort Stay

A great way to start off your morning at The Las Colinas Resort: play like a pro across 36 holes of champion-style golf. Or if you’re looking for deeper relaxation, you can pamper yourself with a soothing deep-tissue massage or facial.