Public Works Week 2026

Thursday, May 21, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. | Great Park

Celebrate National Public Works Week with the City of Irvine

Save the date for the City's 2026 Public Works Week event Thursday, May 21, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. at the Great Park Hangar 244. Learn about the role public works operations play in your everyday life and possible career choices as a public servant. The event is free and open to all ages.

Hosted by the City of Irvine Public Works & Sustainability Department, the event offers a behind-the-scenes look at the vital role public works operations play in daily life. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet City staff, learn about upcoming projects, and gain insight into career pathways in public service.  

Guests can get an up-close look at a variety of public works equipment, including dump trucks, street sweepers, tractors, and traffic control vehicles. Interactive exhibits and staff demonstrations will highlight how these services support a safe, sustainable, and thriving community.

Food will be available for purchase, and visitors can participate in activities to earn prizes and giveaways throughout the event.

This year’s National Public Works Week theme, “Rooted in Service, Powered by Community,” will be celebrated nationwide from May 17–23, recognizing the contributions of public works professionals.

View Photos from the 2025 event

Staff & Careers

City staff from the Public Works & Sustainability Department will be on-site to discuss their careers and how their roles impact daily operations in Irvine. Staff will talk to students and visitors about their trade, current projects, and noteworthy and upcoming work planned in Irvine.

Contact & Information 

The event is open to the general public and no RSVP is required. Hangar 244 is located at 8000 Great Park Blvd. Guests should take Great Park Boulevard, turn right to Beacon, turn right to Bosque, and follow on-site signage to park in Lot 2.

For schools who are interested in a field trip to this event, please contact Program Assistant Evette Chung at echung@cityofirvine.org or call 949-724-7336.