Events in Irving today

Representative Rafael Anchia’s annual back to school fair at Halperin Park welcomes families and focuses on helping students get ready for the new year. Free backpacks with school supplies will be available, with 3,500 to be given out, and bikes and helmets will be offered at no cost. Community resources will be available, and entertainment will include mariachis, face painting, ballet folklórico and more. An RSVP is required.

This weekly training hour gives women a welcoming, pressure-free setting to improve their golf. Open to newcomers as well as players focused on targeted improvements, each session blends purposeful practice with enjoyable instruction. Participants work on key areas using TrackMan technology and guided drills, with coaching available to support meaningful progress. Attend regularly or drop in as your schedule allows, and no membership is required. It is a friendly way to build consistency, meet other golfers, and dedicate a relaxed hour to performance improvement. Access is available with the purchase of a single lesson or a package through the host’s website.

Gain practical, life-saving know-how in an American Red Cross instructor led First Aid/CPR/AED skills practice session. The in-person training concentrates on hands-on techniques and realistic scenarios so participants can recognize breathing and cardiac emergencies, respond to first aid situations, and provide care until professional medical help arrives. This session is the skills portion that complements the American Red Cross online course, which includes videos and lectures and is not included. Please purchase and complete the specific online course required for the certification you need before attending. Certifications available through this session include Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED, Adult and Pediatric CPR/AED, Adult CPR/AED, and Adult First Aid. Successful completion results in a two-year American Red Cross certification. For questions, text the instructor at (682) 777-3665.

Headtilt Entertainment brings a lively Video Music Bingo night to Maacs Grill. Guests watch music videos, match songs to their bingo cards, and vie for prizes. It is free to participate and simple for first-timers, with food and cold drinks available throughout. A weekly progressive jackpot adds an extra opportunity to win.

Explore how Luis Valdez brought Chicano stories to American cinema with Zoot Suit and La Bamba, navigating political and industry obstacles to create films that expanded and honored the nation’s cultural narrative. Director David Alvarado will take part in a Q&A.

Holy Family of Nazareth presents Surviving Divorce, a ministry created to offer hope and healing for those experiencing the pain and loneliness of a broken marriage. It welcomes people who are newly separated, recently divorced, or still working through the effects years later, providing support, understanding, and a path toward authentic healing. Sessions are held in the Parish Office Conference Room and the Hill Room, with two concurrent groups running at the same time. Childcare is available with reservations. Space is limited. The fee is $60, and scholarship opportunities are available.

Music Bingo makes its debut at Sports Garden DFW with a fresh spin on the classic game. Expect short clips from themed playlists, mark your card to match the announced pattern, then call out Bingo to take home prizes. The event runs across four rounds, with two cards per round and prizes awarded every time. Look for a mix of popular tracks from many decades and genres, free entry, an energetic vibe, and fun for all ages. Food and drinks from Sports Garden are available to complete the experience.

Derek Hough brings Symphony of Dance: Encore to Texas Trust CU Theatre at Grand Prairie in Grand Prairie, Texas. This dance-focused stage production features Derek Hough performing live.

The inaugural Steers & Beers Bonspiel, called The First Rock, marks the first bonspiel in a new home for curling. It serves as the kickoff toward bringing Texas its first dedicated curling ice facility. Dates have been updated, and additional details will be shared soon.

Music Bingo at Chicken N Pickle offers a chance to put your music knowledge to the test.

The Kiwanis Club of Coppell hosts an in-person club meeting at the Coppell Family YMCA. Community members, local leaders, and volunteers are welcome, including those with experience in KEY Club, Circle K, Builders Club, or K-Kids. Attendees can connect with service-minded neighbors, learn how Kiwanis supports kids, schools, and neighborhoods, explore ways to get involved, and share ideas that contribute to a community-first future in Coppell. The agenda includes a welcome with the pledge and invocation, introductions of visiting district and division officers, Service Leadership Program representatives, interclub guests, new members, and visitors, followed by updates on communications, board actions, and upcoming projects and events. Committee reports cover membership, public relations, community service and fundraising, Service Leadership Programs, and a financial review. Member recognition may feature inductions, awards, media mentions, birthdays, anniversaries, and other achievements, with thanks offered to guests. Presentations can include certificates or other awards. A brief Kiwanis education segment highlights the organization, its benefits and resources, and how to join, leading into a program with a speaker and concluding remarks.

At Scottish Rite for Children Orthopedic Hospital in Dallas, Summer Colors marks its 15th year as a benefit art auction conceived in 2009 by Jenny Grumbles and Loren Koziol with Jill and Dupree Scovell to support the patients of Scottish Rite for Children. What began as a passion project now highlights a broad range of styles from more than 45 established and emerging artists, welcomes hundreds of attendees, and raises tens of thousands of dollars for the organization’s mission. Guests can bid on original paintings by local artists while enjoying drinks and hors d’oeuvres. Tickets are $40 when purchased in advance and $50 at the door.

Music Bingo is an interactive, all-ages game at Chop Sports Las Colinas, and it is free to play with prizes awarded in every round. Hear short clips of popular songs, identify the title, artist, or band, and mark your card to match the pattern announced by the host. Complete the pattern and call out bingo to claim a prize. The playlist spans 80s anthems, 90s throwbacks, and current hits, with themed rounds that change things up. Players use two cards per round across four total rounds, creating multiple chances to win. Food and drinks are available from the menu.

Community Bike Night gathers riders at QuikTrip in Coppell for a pre-ride meetup followed by a short briefing before departure. Participants may ride with the group or head directly to the destination. The ride is organized into three groups so everyone can find a suitable pace. The Cruise group welcomes those new to group riding, blending back roads with freeway stretches while emphasizing confidence, safety, and consistency. The Medium group fits riders with some highway experience who want to keep developing skills and adaptability. The Fast group is for experienced highway riders and follows higher speed routes with a focus on precision and control.

Rescheduled from July, this annual gathering brings family-friendly fun to the Redeemer community with a summer cookout, games, and water slides. Attendees can spend time in the sunshine or head indoors for conversation and fellowship. Open to friends, families, and the Irving community.

The Free Tribute to Summer Concert Series brings live music to the plaza at Toyota Music Factory, creating an outdoor experience with high-energy tribute performances for friends, families, and music fans of all ages. Enjoy songs spanning classic rock, country, arena anthems, and chart-topping hits. Admission is free. Bring lawn chairs, grab dinner and drinks, and settle in for a night of nonstop music under the stars.