1st & 10: GO BIG State! A Pep Rally Fundraiser 

Are you ready to bring the spirit, Team Irving?

Get your game face on and dust off your favorite Irving sports gear! The Friends of the Irving Museums are hosting an old-school, high-energy community pep rally, and we need you in the stands to help carry our fundraising campaign to restore and relight the historic Big State Fountain neon sign over the goal line.

This will be an afternoon packed with local pride, nostalgic fun, and major community spirit.

Tickets purchased in advance: $20 each
Tickets purchased at the door: $25 each

Event Highlights:

High-Energy Performances
Watch a special, high-octane routine by the MacArthur High School "Firetruck crew" spirit squad!
 Live Entertainment
Groove to local Irving talent as we round out a full lineup of music and dance.
   
Game-Day Eats
Fuel up with a custom hot dog, chips, a brownie, and a drink from Austin's Underdawgs!
 Nostalgic Treats
Cool down with classic root beer floats!
   
Picture-Perfect Memories
Grab your crew and step into our custom photo booth to take home a souvenir from the event.
 Epic Door Prizes
Score a chance to win prizes and packages donated by your favorite local businesses.


Special ANNOUNCEMENT! Double Your Impact through the $2,500 Match Challenge!

Friends, we have an incredible reason to celebrate! A generous matching gift challenge has been issued to help carry our Big State Sign campaign over the goal line! NOW THROUGH AUGUST 1ST - EVERY SINGLE DOLLAR YOU DONATE WILL BE MATCHED DOLLAR-FOR-DOLLAR UP TO $2,500! This amazing match comes deep from within the heart of our very own community. It was inspired by the meaningful personal memories of Judy Pierson and her late husband, Milton, who owned a local Irving neon sign business and spent years enjoying the Big State Fountain together. Judy is dedicating this match to Milton's legacy and their shared love for Irving's history. Thank you, Judy! When you buy a ticket or add a donation, you aren't just giving—you are doubling your power to save, restore, and relight this iconic neon landmark. Help us honor Irving's history and turn this $2,500 challenge into a victory for our community!

Don't wait until game day—secure your discounted advance tickets today and let's team up to GO BIG State!

Irving Archives and Museum - 801 W Irving Blvd, Irving, TX 75060, USA