Garland Party Bus & Charter Bus Rentals
Finding a Garland party bus rental should take minutes, not an afternoon of callbacks. allenpartybuscompany.com makes it easy to compare vehicles, capacities, and all-inclusive rates from DFW transportation providers in under 30 seconds. Whether your group is headed to the Curtis Culwell Center, a quinceañera celebration, or a Cowboys game in Arlington, call 945-758-7820 or use the online quote form to check pricing for your date.
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allenpartybuscompany.com is built to make finding group transportation in Garland fast and genuinely easy. Instead of calling multiple companies and waiting on callbacks, you fill out one form on this website and compare vehicles, amenities, and all-inclusive pricing in seconds from providers serving Garland and the greater DFW area.
Here's how it works: enter your group size, your date, and your destination — results come back in seconds. You'll see vehicle photos, passenger capacities, and estimated pricing all in one place, so you can weigh a 20-passenger party bus against a 40-passenger charter bus before committing to anything. Call 945-758-7820 any time of day or night to help sort out the right vehicle for your budget and headcount.
allenpartybuscompany.com does not own or operate any vehicles. Comparing options here means access to a wider range of vehicle types and price points than calling a single bus company. Call 945-758-7820 or use the quote form to see what's available on your date in Garland.
Garland Party Bus & Charter Bus Options
The vehicle types available in Garland include Sprinter vans, 14-passenger Sprinter limos, 15- to 50-passenger party buses, 15- to 35-passenger minibuses, and 40- to 56-passenger charter buses — one form gets you pricing across all of them. Browse the full vehicle selection or call 945-758-7820 to talk through which size fits your group and itinerary.
14 Passenger Sprinter Limo
Sprinter Van Rental with Driver
15 Passenger Party Bus
18 Passenger Party Bus
20 Passenger Party Bus
25 Passenger Party Bus
28 Passenger Party Bus
30 Passenger Party Bus
40 Passenger Party Bus
50 Passenger Party Bus
15-35 Passenger Minibus
40-56 Passenger Charter Bus
Buses/vehicles listed above are not exact makes and models available. Photos are examples only and may show stock or typical vehicles, not the exact bus or vehicle you will receive. Exact vehicle photos, amenities, availability, and pricing are shown with your quote when available. For help comparing options, call 945-758-7820.
Available Features Vary
What's On Board Garland Buses
Not every Garland group trip needs the same setup. For celebration nights, 15- to 50-passenger party buses typically come with a full-length onboard bar, color-changing LED lighting, upgraded Bluetooth sound, flat-panel TVs, and wraparound perimeter seating built for a party. For corporate transfers and airport runs, a minibus delivers powerful A/C, overhead storage, and plush reclining seats in a compact footprint that handles Garland's tighter corridors without the oversized-vehicle drama.
Full-size charter buses add undercarriage luggage bays, onboard restrooms, WiFi, and power outlets — the right setup for a stadium run to Arlington or a multi-day trip out of state. Amenities vary by vehicle, so compare what's included before you commit.
Air-conditioning
Wraparound Leather Seats
AUX / Bluetooth Sound System
LED and Fiber Optic Lighting
Built-in Bar Areas With Storage and Cup Holders
TVs and Entertainment Systems
Amenities listed above are just common types of features available on party buses. Exact vehicle features vary by provider and availability. After submitting a quote request, browse the results page to see your available options. To confirm the exact amenities included on a specific bus, simply call 945-758-7820.
Compare Garland Party Bus Prices for Any Group
Party bus rentals in Garland run across a range based on vehicle size, date, and trip duration. As a general guide: Sprinter limos run $170–$344/hour; 15–20 passenger party buses run $204–$378/hour; 20–30 passenger party buses run $244–$414/hour; 35–50 passenger party buses and minibuses run $294–$490/hour; and full-size 40- to 56-passenger charter buses run $150–$300/hour or $1,200–$2,500 per day. Peak demand in Garland — Curtis Culwell Center graduation weekends, prom season in April and May, and the December holiday stretch — compresses availability fast, and pricing reflects it.
The fastest way to get an accurate number for your specific date is the online quote form: all-inclusive pricing in under 30 seconds, no obligation to book. Or call 945-758-7820 any time for a free personalized quote. Check out the party bus prices page to see how rate factors break down.
| Type of Bus | Cost Per Hour Weekdays | Cost Per Hour Weekends | Cost Per Day |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Passenger Sprinter Limo | $170 – $318+ | $219 – $344+ | $1,526 – $3,113+ |
| Sprinter Van Rental | $187 – $273+ | $218 – $366+ | $1,395 – $2,748+ |
| 15 Passenger Party Bus | $204 – $330+ | $241 – $340+ | $1,396 – $2,817+ |
| 18 Passenger Party Bus | $266 – $330+ | $268 – $378+ | $2,121 – $2,563+ |
| 20 Passenger Party Bus | $244 – $338+ | $268 – $340+ | $1,939 – $2,796+ |
| 25 Passenger Party Bus | $248 – $326+ | $265 – $360+ | $1,827 – $2,854+ |
| 28 Passenger Party Bus | $255 – $337+ | $279 – $351+ | $2,147 – $2,653+ |
| 30 Passenger Party Bus | $297 – $374+ | $318 – $414+ | $2,331 – $3,021+ |
| 40 Passenger Party Bus | $297 – $338+ | $321 – $478+ | $2,297 – $3,473+ |
| 50 Passenger Party Bus | $294 – $441+ | $337 – $490+ | $2,173 – $4,043+ |
| 15–35 Passenger Minibus | $113 – $246+ | $147 – $261+ | $1,098 – $2,105+ |
| 40–56 Passenger Charter Bus | $158 – $327+ | $162 – $348+ | $1,331 – $2,841+ |
| ABOVE PRICES ARE JUST EXAMPLES. These figures are not current market data, exact quotes, or guaranteed ranges. Your final price and vehicle options depend entirely on your specific trip details. To get an exact price for your trip, request an estimate online or call 945-758-7820. | |||

Find and Compare Options From Providers Serving Garland
Compare Multiple Quotes for Your Garland Bus Rental Online
The short answer: one form, and you're comparing real pricing from multiple providers instead of piecing together scattered quotes over two days of phone calls. allenpartybuscompany.com was built to cut that process down to minutes — enter your trip details once and see vehicles from providers serving Garland and the DFW metroplex, side by side, with photos and estimated pricing already attached.
Call 945-758-7820 any time. Custom packages — one-ways, round-trips, multi-stop itineraries, full-day blocks — are all available, and the all-inclusive quote up front means no guessing what the final number looks like. Whether you're coordinating a bachelorette crawl through Dallas or staging a fleet of buses for a large corporate event at the Curtis Culwell Center conference facility, the comparison tool gets you to the right vehicle faster than any other approach.
Plus, vehicles are available across the entire DFW region — so when part of your wedding guest list is coming from Plano and the rest from Richardson, one call puts together the full shuttle circuit. Ready when you are. Call 945-758-7820 to get started, or use the quote form for results in seconds.
Group & Event Transportation Services in Garland
allenpartybuscompany.com makes it easy to find, compare, and request group transportation for any occasion across Garland and the DFW area. From airport runs and sporting events to weddings, field trips, and bar crawls — whatever brings your group together, there's a vehicle for it. Call 945-758-7820 to get your group moving today.

Garland Airport Shuttles & Transportation
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) sits roughly 28 to 30 miles from central Garland, typically via I-635, running five terminals — A through E — with commercial bus pickups on the lower-level Arrivals curb at each terminal's designated commercial vehicle lane. The sequence that actually works: have the entire group assembled curbside with luggage collected before calling for the bus. A half-assembled group waiting at one door while part of the group is still at baggage claim in a different terminal adds real delay to every airport pickup.
Confirm your terminal assignment with your airline before departure day — with five terminals, the pickup point shifts significantly based on your carrier. Review the official DFW Airport ground transportation page before you land so the pickup goes smoothly.
Dallas Love Field (DAL) is roughly 20 miles from Garland via I-635 and serves Southwest-heavy domestic traffic, with commercial pickup lanes on the lower level outside baggage claim. For either airport, one bus handles the route, the luggage loading, and the return to Garland without anyone navigating. Call 945-758-7820 to set up your Garland airport shuttle.

Garland Bachelor & Bachelorette Transportation
A bachelorette night in the DFW area rarely follows a single road — it usually starts somewhere in Garland, jumps to Lower Greenville or Deep Ellum in Dallas, and ends wherever the last-call signs are still lit. That's exactly the kind of multi-stop evening where a party bus earns back every dollar. The group stays in one vehicle, nobody draws straws for the designated driver role, and the onboard bar, LED lighting, and Bluetooth sound keep the energy going between stops instead of dying in a rideshare queue outside a parking garage on Commerce Street.
For bachelor groups who want to rent a party bus for a bar crawl through Uptown Dallas before a Mavericks game at American Airlines Center, a 20- to 30-passenger bus keeps everyone on the same schedule and picks the group up curbside after the game — no I-30 navigation required at midnight. The whole night runs on your timeline, not the rideshare surge map. Call 945-758-7820 to compare bachelorette and bachelor party bus options in Garland.

Garland Birthday, Sweet 16, & Quinceañera Party Bus Rentals
Garland has a strong quinceañera tradition in the DFW metroplex, and a party bus arrival at the reception hall sets the tone for the whole evening in a way a carpool simply cannot. For quinces and Sweet 16 celebrations heading to the Garland Convention & Reception Center — which accommodates up to 800 guests — or to any Dallas-area venue, a 20- to 30-passenger party bus in white, black, or silver can be coordinated to complement your color theme. The group loads at the family home, the bus handles the processional to the venue, and the photo stop before the entrance is already built into the route.
Adult milestone birthdays heading to Strike + Reel (5902 N President George Bush Hwy, Garland, TX 75044) for bowling and lane-side dining, or out to Dallas for a reservation in the Uptown restaurant corridor, arrive in better shape when the group is in one vehicle with no parking search at the end of the night. One pickup, one drop-off, one bill. Call 945-758-7820 to request your birthday party bus in Garland.

Garland Concert Transportation & Shuttles
The Curtis Culwell Center (4999 Naaman Forest Blvd, Garland, TX 75040) is Garland's home-court concert and event venue — 8,500-seat capacity, right here in the city, drawing touring concerts, GISD graduation ceremonies, and athletic tournaments year-round. Naaman Forest Boulevard backs up during post-event load-out, and the parking situation around the Center on a full-house night is exactly what you'd expect from an arena that hosts more than 400 events and 300,000-plus attendees a year. A charter bus drops your group at the main entrance and stages off-site during the show, so the ride home is settled before the encore ends.
For major touring acts at Dos Equis Pavilion (3839 S. Fitzhugh Ave, Dallas, TX 75210), official venue guidance places drop-off and pickup on the west side through Gate 6 off Robert B. Collum Blvd — arriving 45 minutes before show end is the move to beat the lot scramble. Check the Dos Equis Pavilion know-before-you-go page for current guidance. A party bus keeps the energy going between Garland and the venue so the show starts on the bus.
Call 945-758-7820 to plan your Garland concert transportation.

Garland Corporate Event Transportation
Garland's business corridors run along I-635 and the President George Bush Turnpike, and getting a group of executives or employees from the Garland office district to a Dallas meeting venue without someone arriving late takes more coordination than most people budget for. A minibus handles short executive transfers cleanly — right-sized for the Firewheel business district, no oversized-vehicle headaches in tighter parking structures, and everyone arrives together on one timeline instead of staggered across five separate rideshares from three different pickup points.
For larger corporate events at the Curtis Culwell Center conference facility or the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in downtown Dallas, a full-size charter bus with undercarriage bays handles presentation materials, trade show equipment, and carry-ons without asking anyone to coordinate a separate freight run. Employees step off together, on schedule. That's a cleaner start to any conference than a scattered I-30 commute.
Call 945-758-7820 to set up your Garland corporate shuttle.

Garland Private Event Transportation Services
Garland's event calendar fills year-round: Christmas on the Square in December, the Asian American Heritage Festival in May, and the Music Made Here Concert Series on the first Friday of every month in Downtown Garland Square. Each of those draws turns surface lot parking into a genuine competition. A charter bus stages nearby and shuttles your group directly to the Square entrance, bypassing the lot-full signs and the hike from wherever you would have ended up parking in a residential zone.
For private group occasions — family reunions at John Paul Jones Park on Lake Ray Hubbard, church group outings, corporate picnics — a minibus keeps everyone on the same schedule without the carpool chain. And if part of your group is coming from Richardson, McKinney, or Carrollton, a pickup circuit handles collection before the main destination. Call 945-758-7820 to get pricing on private event transportation in Garland.

Garland Homecoming & Prom Party Bus Rentals
Garland ISD operates multiple high schools — South Garland, Naaman Forest, Rowlett, Sachse, and others — and prom season compresses into a tight window from late April through May. That concentration means party bus availability across the DFW market tightens fast, and pricing reflects the demand spike. Request your quote by December for prom, or expect higher rates and limited availability.
A typical prom rental — school pickup, a photo stop at Lake Ray Hubbard or Downtown Garland Square, venue drop-off at a Dallas hotel ballroom, and an after-party return — runs $1,600–$2,200 for 6 hours when booked 4–6 months out. Waiting until March or April typically adds $600–$1,200 to that number.
For homecoming, check pricing the moment school announces it. A 15- to 25-passenger party bus handles the full evening — pregame, the dance, the after-party — without asking parents to coordinate carpool pickups at midnight. Call 945-758-7820 to check prom bus availability in Garland before the window closes.

Garland School Event & Field Trip Transportation
Field trips across Garland ISD range from walkable downtown venues to full-day out-of-district excursions. A charter bus delivers one vehicle, one headcount, and one departure window — and it takes the group to the venue entrance directly rather than leaving teachers to coordinate carpools across the Bush Turnpike interchange. ADA-accessible buses are available; flag that requirement when requesting a quote to see matching options.
Popular Garland-area field trip stops include the Granville Arts Center for student performances, the Firewheel Town Center area for family entertainment programming, and longer day trips to Dallas for Fair Park's museums or the Perot Museum of Nature and Science in Victory Park. Full-size charter buses with overhead bins, TVs, and onboard restrooms handle longer drives without constant pit stops on I-30. Young passengers stay occupied; teachers stay sane.
Call 945-758-7820 to set up school group transportation in Garland.

Garland Sporting Event Transportation
Two major venues pull Garland fan groups on game days. AT&T Stadium in Arlington — home of the Cowboys, roughly 35 miles southwest on I-30 — stages bus parking in a portion of Lot 15, and a bus parking pass should be purchased in advance since day-of availability in the bus category is not guaranteed. A charter bus from Garland gets the tailgate going on the highway and drops the group at the stadium approach before the premium lots hit capacity.
American Airlines Center in downtown Dallas (Mavericks, Stars) is roughly 24 miles away; DART rail runs to Victory Station right outside the arena, but if your group doesn't start near a rail line, coordinating rideshares from Garland at peak surge pricing adds up quickly.
For Curtis Culwell Center sporting events right here in Garland, a minibus handles the short hop with zero parking logistics on your end at all. Same drop-off at the main entrance, same staged pickup when the final whistle blows. Call 945-758-7820 to plan sporting event transportation from Garland.

Garland Wedding Transportation & Shuttle Service
Wedding transportation in Garland has one consistent challenge: guests are usually spread across hotels in multiple nearby cities — Plano, Richardson, Dallas — and the ceremony and reception venues may be in completely different locations. A shuttle circuit running a clean loop between the hotel block, the ceremony site, and the reception venue keeps your timeline from unraveling, and it removes the navigation burden from guests who have never driven the President George Bush Turnpike interchange on a Saturday evening.
For receptions at The Atrium in Downtown Garland — a 6,300-square-foot ballroom with dramatic 20-foot floor-to-ceiling windows on two sides — the surface parking in the immediate area fills on weekend evenings. A minibus running a shuttle loop from the nearby parking garage keeps guests arriving in steady waves instead of a jammed lot backed up to Austin Street. For larger wedding parties, a 40- to 56-passenger charter bus with undercarriage bays handles garment bags, floral boxes, and overnight luggage through the full ceremony-to-reception run.
Call 945-758-7820 to start planning your Garland wedding shuttle.

Garland Winery Tour & Pub Crawl Transportation
Garland's craft beverage scene has two standout stops within easy reach of each other in the downtown area. Lakewood Brewing Company (2302 Executive Dr, Garland, TX 75041) runs free public tours every Saturday (1–5 PM) and Sunday (1–3 PM) — just pick up a tour pass at the merchandise booth when you arrive, no reservation needed. Intrinsic Smokehouse & Brewery (509 W State St, Garland, TX 75040) adds house-brewed beers and slow-smoked Texas barbecue in a communal setting that works as a dinner anchor for any group itinerary.
A pub crawl bus rental keeps the group on one vehicle between stops so nobody coordinates a second round of rideshares after the third location. Extend the night into Dallas — Deep Ellum's bar corridor is 20 minutes west on I-30 — and the bus brings everyone back to Garland when the evening winds down. State Street parking fills on Music Made Here Fridays, so having the bus staged nearby is the practical move and not an afterthought.
Call 945-758-7820 to put together your Garland pub crawl itinerary.
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Party Bus & Group Transportation in Garland & Beyond
allenpartybuscompany.com helps you compare group transportation options across the full DFW metroplex, not just Garland. Whether you need a party bus in Dallas, a shuttle in Plano, a bus for a Richardson corporate event, or a McKinney prom rental, the same quote form gets you pricing and options. Call 945-758-7820 to check availability across all nearby cities, or visit the service area page to see the full coverage map.
allenpartybuscompany.com helps you compare group transportation options across the full DFW metroplex, not just Garland. Whether you need a party bus in Dallas, a shuttle in Plano, a bus for a Richardson corporate event, or a McKinney prom rental, the same quote form gets you pricing and options. Call 945-758-7820 to check availability across all nearby cities, or visit the service area page to see the full coverage map.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions About Allen Bus Rentals
How does this website work?
allenpartybuscompany.com helps you compare bus rental options; it is not a bus company and does not rent, own, or operate vehicles. Submit the quote form to review pricing and available vehicles for your date, then compare the options to find what fits your trip.
What is allenpartybuscompany.com?
allenpartybuscompany.com is a comparison and quote-request website for group ground transportation in Garland and the DFW area. It does not own vehicles or operate buses. Fill out the quick form or call to compare vehicle types, amenities, and estimated prices from providers serving the area.
Fill out one form to compare vehicles and pricing from multiple providers, then find the option that fits the trip.
How does allenpartybuscompany.com work?
Enter your trip details — group size, date, pickup location, and destination — into the online quote form. Results come back in under 30 seconds, showing available vehicles with photos, passenger capacities, amenities, and estimated all-inclusive pricing. Compare side by side, then call 945-758-7820 to get started.
No account is required to see live pricing, and there is no obligation to book when you request a quote.
How much does a party bus cost in Garland?
Party bus rental prices in Garland vary based on vehicle size, date, and trip length. Typical hourly rates: 15–20 passenger party buses run $204–$378; 20–30 passenger buses run $244–$414; 35–50 passenger party buses and minibuses run $294–$490; full-size 40- to 56-passenger charter buses run $150–$300 per hour. Prom season, graduation weekends, and the December holiday window push pricing toward the top of those ranges and reduce availability.
The quote form returns all-inclusive pricing for your specific date in under 30 seconds.
What is the difference between a party bus and a charter bus?
A party bus (15–50 passengers) is built for celebration — onboard bar, LED lighting, Bluetooth sound, and inward-facing perimeter seating so your group faces each other throughout the ride. A charter bus (40–56 passengers) is configured like a motorcoach — forward-facing reclining seats, overhead storage bins, undercarriage luggage bays, and an onboard restroom. Party buses fit bar crawls, quinceañeras, and bachelorette nights.
Charter buses are the right call for stadium runs, field trips, and longer hauls where comfort and storage capacity matter more than the onboard party setup.
How far is Garland from DFW Airport?
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is approximately 28 to 30 miles from central Garland via I-635. In normal traffic that's a 40- to 45-minute drive; during evening rush, budget 60 minutes or more. Dallas Love Field is roughly 20 miles from Garland via I-635, typically 30–45 minutes depending on traffic.
For either airport, a bus handles the route and the luggage loading without requiring anyone in your group to navigate or park.
Can a charter bus drop off at the Curtis Culwell Center?
Yes. The Curtis Culwell Center at 4999 Naaman Forest Blvd accommodates bus drop-off at the venue entrance. For large-attendance events, Naaman Forest Boulevard and the surrounding streets can see heavy traffic during post-event load-out — coordinate your pickup window at 945-758-7820 before the event so the bus is staged and ready to move when your group exits.
Review the official Curtis Culwell Center directions and parking page for event-specific access and traffic guidance before your visit.
Popular Garland Party Bus Destinations
Garland covers more ground than most people expect — from the roughly 21,000-acre lake on the city's eastern edge to the arts corridor in historic downtown to the entertainment complex along the Bush Turnpike. The six stops below are where Garland party buses show up most often. Use them as a starting point for your itinerary and call 945-758-7820 when you're ready to build out the route.

Curtis Culwell Center
The Curtis Culwell Center (4999 Naaman Forest Blvd, Garland, TX 75040) is Garland's flagship indoor event venue — an 8,500-capacity arena owned by Garland ISD that hosts more than 400 events and 300,000-plus attendees a year across concerts, GISD graduations, wrestling and basketball tournaments, and corporate conventions. Naaman Forest Boulevard is the primary approach road and can see heavy traffic during post-event load-out on high-attendance nights. Bus drop-off is at the venue entrance; charter buses stage in adjacent areas during the event and position for pickup in coordination with your scheduled exit window.
Review the official directions and parking page for current rideshare and pickup guidance — a bus at the curb skips the walk from the designated rideshare lot.
Address: 4999 Naaman Forest Blvd, Garland, TX 75040

Granville Arts Center
The Granville Arts Center anchors the cultural life of historic Downtown Garland at Fifth and Austin Streets — two proscenium theaters, including the Brownlee Auditorium (720 seats, hydraulic orchestra lift, state-of-the-art sound and lighting), plus event and rehearsal spaces drawing more than 100,000 patrons a year for symphony performances, ballets, Garland Summer Musicals, and community theater. Parking is available in the 5th Street Crossing and Austin Street garages behind City Hall, but both structures reach capacity before curtain time on musical and symphony nights. A bus drops your group on Austin Street at the venue entrance and handles the return pickup at the same curb — no garage hunt, no post-show lot scramble.
Address: Fifth and Austin Streets, Downtown Garland, TX 75040 | Phone: (972) 205-2785

Lake Ray Hubbard
Lake Ray Hubbard covers roughly 21,000 acres on Garland's eastern boundary, fed by the East Fork of the Trinity River across Collin, Dallas, Rockwall, and Kaufman counties. John Paul Jones Park (4099 Zion Rd, Garland, TX 75043) is the city's main public access point — an 8.5-acre park with a boat ramp, multiple fishing piers, and picnic grounds that fill up on summer weekends. The Marina Drive corridor at 5965 Marina Dr anchors the boating and waterfront restaurant scene, and the parking situation along that stretch on a Saturday in July is exactly what you'd expect near a lake this size.
A bus drops the group curbside at the marina and stages nearby until departure time — no lot scramble, no caravan logistics across the access road at the end of the afternoon.
Address: John Paul Jones Park — 4099 Zion Rd, Garland, TX 75043

Firewheel Town Center
Firewheel Town Center (245 Cedar Sage Dr, Garland, TX 75040) is Garland's open-air shopping and entertainment hub at the corner of the President George Bush Turnpike and Highway 78. The complex includes an AMC Theatre with IMAX and dozens of retail and dining options spread across a sprawling open-air footprint, and Strike + Reel (22 bowling lanes with lane-side food and beverage service at 5902 N President George Bush Hwy) is a short drive away along the same Bush Turnpike corridor. The property's parking is fragmented across multiple surface lots, and coordinating a group pickup when everyone finishes at different stores or theaters at different times turns into a genuine logistics puzzle.
A bus drops at the main entrance corridor, stages nearby, and picks up the whole group at the same point when you're ready to move on.
Address: 245 Cedar Sage Dr, Garland, TX 75040

Lakewood Brewing Company
Lakewood Brewing Company (2302 Executive Dr, Garland, TX 75041) is one of the most recognized craft breweries in North Texas, with a full taproom open Monday through Saturday until 9 PM and Sunday until 7 PM. Free public brewery tours run every Saturday at 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 PM and every Sunday at 1, 2, and 3 PM — no reservations, just pick up a tour pass at the merchandise booth when you arrive. The Executive Drive location has on-site parking, but running a group of 15 through a tour-and-tasting afternoon works better when one vehicle is staged and waiting rather than five people coordinating separate rides home at different times.
Pair the Lakewood stop with Intrinsic Smokehouse nearby and you've got a full Garland craft evening on one clean itinerary.
Address: 2302 Executive Dr, Garland, TX 75041 | Phone: (972) 864-2337

Intrinsic Smokehouse & Brewery
Intrinsic Smokehouse & Brewery (509 W State St, Garland, TX 75040) sits at the center of Downtown Garland and does two things that rarely share a menu this well: house-brewed craft beers and slow-smoked Texas barbecue. The communal tables and covered patio handle groups comfortably, and the State Street location puts you three minutes on foot from Downtown Garland Square — which means you're already positioned for the Music Made Here Concert Series (first Friday of every month) or any of the Square's seasonal events after dinner. State Street parking fills on concert Fridays and event weekends when Christmas on the Square or the Juneteenth Celebration is running.
A bus drops the group at the front door and stages nearby, leaving the group free to walk over to the Square for live music without anyone worrying about finding the car afterward.
Address: 509 W State St, Garland, TX 75040 | Phone: (972) 272-2400