Irving Essential Info
Overview
Irving is a city in the Prairies and Lakes region of Texas. Part of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, Irving has experienced exponential growth over the past fifty years, and is home to a multitude of attractions of all types, from modern art to major sporting events. Founded in 1902 out of the remnants of the small community of Kit, Irving is now a bustling city of approximately 197,000 residents.
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Basics
Best Time To Go
Year round
Current Time
Current Weather
84 °F
Mostly Cloudy
Fun Facts
- Irving hosted one of the most famous teams in National Football League (NFL) history, the Dallas Cowboys, from 1971 to 2008.
- Delta Air Lines Flight 191 crashed in Irving on August 2, 1985
- The Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, one of the world's busiest airport, is partly located in Irving.
Popular Foods
- Empanadas
- Barbecue
