The City of Irvine celebrated the exceptional contributions of 52 new honorees inducted into the Wall of Recognition Tuesday, June 9, at Colonel Bill Barber Marine Corps Memorial Park. The ceremony included a reception with honorees and their families at Irvine City Hall, followed by a formal…
The City of Irvine has released its 2026 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Draft (Open in new window) for public review and comment.  This Plan provides the City with access to Federal Emergency Management Agency grant funding opportunities intended to reduce vulnerabilities to future hazards and…
The City of Irvine hosted the U.S. Men’s National Team (USMNT) during its first practice at the Great Park Championship Soccer Stadium (Open in new window) Monday, June 8.   The Community Training Session included remarks from City officials and representatives from the U.S. Men’s National…
The City of Irvine, in partnership with the Irvine 2/11 Marine Adoption Committee, is hosting the annual Field of Valor — America 250 event from July 1–31 at the Irvine Civic Center Lawn. Members of the community are invited to honor veterans, active duty, or fallen service members by either…
Arts in Irvine invites the community to experience 20 Years Later: The Great Picture, an exhibition exploring the creation and legacy of one of the most ambitious photographic projects ever undertaken.  Opening Thursday, June 11, at Irvine City Hall, the exhibition revisits The Great Picture…
BIPOC OC invites the community to its inaugural Juneteenth Freedom Celebration. The free event will take place Saturday, June 20, 11 a.m.–3 p.m. at the Great Park Palm Court Complex. The celebration of freedom, hope, and joy honors the history and contributions of African Americans to the cultural…
Updated June 2, 2026 The ticket lottery process is now closed. Please do not attend the Community Training Session without a ticket. The U.S. Men’s National Team (USMNT) Community Training Session will take place Monday, June 8, from 9:30 a.m. to noon at the Great Park Championship Soccer Stadium…
The City of Irvine will celebrate the induction of 52 new honorees to the Wall of Recognition Tuesday, June 9, 3 p.m. at Colonel Bill Barber Marine Corps Memorial Park. A reception at Irvine City Hall will be held from 4 to 5 p.m., with a formal recognition at the Irvine City Council meeting at 5 p…
Summer in the City returns June through August, bringing City of Irvine parks to life with free concerts, outdoor movies, and community celebrations.  This annual series invites residents and visitors to experience the energy of live bands at summer concerts, settle in for crowd-favorite films…
The City of Irvine invites the community to attend the 32nd annual Studio Arts Festival Saturday, June 6, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Heritage Community Park, adjacent to the Irvine Fine Arts Center. Presented by Arts in Irvine, the free outdoor festival brings together artists and visitors…
For the second consecutive year, the City of Irvine’s park system has been ranked No. 2 in the nation in the annual ParkScore Index released today by the Trust for Public Land. In addition, Irvine once again topped the list statewide, continuing the City's legacy as a leader in parks, recreation,…
The City of Irvine and U.S. Soccer announced that the U.S. Men’s National Team has selected the Great Park as its official Team Base Camp training site during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.  As a designated Team Base Camp training site, the U.S. Men’s National Team is training at the Great Park…
A Refreshed Website The City of Irvine’s previous website launched in 2015 and helped residents, businesses, and visitors access City information and services for more than a decade. At 11 years old, the platform was ready for an upgrade. The City also transitioned from cityofirvine.org to…
The City of Irvine is exploring ways to improve safety and mobility along a portion of Campus Drive, and the community is invited to be part of the process. The Campus Drive Complete Streets & Safety Study will develop and analyze potential enhancements to Campus Drive between University Drive…
In observance of Memorial Day, the City of Irvine invites the community to participate in two meaningful ceremonies that honor and remember the lives of U.S. military service members who made the ultimate sacrifice –– the Northwood Memorial Candle Lighting Ceremony Sunday, May 24, and the Memorial…
The City of Irvine invites the community to come together for the fifth annual Pride in Irvine event Friday, May 22, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Irvine Civic Center Piazza. Held in recognition of Harvey Milk Day and June Pride Month, this gathering is a moment to honor identity, celebrate progress, and…
The City of Irvine invites community members of all ages to explore the essential services that keep the City running at the 2026 Public Works Week Celebration. The free event will take place Thursday, May 21, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Great Park in Hangar 244 (Open in new window). Hosted by…
The City of Irvine, in collaboration with Community Action Partnership of Orange County, is offering The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP). Eligible residents will receive a box of food weighing approximately 30 pounds once a month. The box contains a variety of dried beans, fresh…
A new exhibition arrives at the Great Park Gallery Sunday, May 17. GAME! Basketball and Contemporary Art explores basketball as a source of creative expression and cultural influence. A free opening reception will be held May 17, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the gallery. Guests can also enjoy Mini Hoops:…
In celebration of Arbor Day, the City of Irvine is launching two programs that invite the community to grow and strengthen the urban forest –– the Sponsor a Tree Program and a Residential Tree Giveaway in partnership with the Arbor Day Foundation. Beginning today, April 21, the Sponsor a Tree…