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Sip, Explore, and Earn Rewards August 17–October 17 The Bobapalooza campaign has officially ended, and the Passport Submission Form is now closed. However, eligible participants may still redeem their prizes at City Hall through Friday, October 23, while supplies last. A form submission is not…

Ready to move, learn, and discover something new? Join us for the annual Healthy Living Expo Friday, September 25, from 9 a.m. to noon at Lakeview Senior Center. Spend the morning exploring ways to feel your best, with fitness demonstrations, health screenings, educational presentations, free flu…

In observance of the Labor Day holiday, September 7, 2026, all City of Irvine facilities will be closed. All parks remain open for passive use.  Facility Closures Adventure Playground ​Aquatic Centers City Hall Community Centers The Great Park Gallery Heritage Park Library Irvine Animal Care…

The Irvine Public Library is partnering with local businesses to offer exclusive discounts and special offers to new and existing library cardholders throughout Library Card Sign-up Month in September. Throughout the month, Irvine Public Library cardholders can present their library card at…

The City of Irvine welcomed nonprofit leaders, community partners, and changemakers for two days of connection, learning, and collaboration at the Stronger Together: Irvine Nonprofit Leadership Conference October 1–2. The event celebrated the vital role of local nonprofits serving the Irvine…

The City of Irvine invites the community to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at the fifth annual Fiesta Latina en Irvine, Sunday, September 13, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Great Park. This free, family-friendly festival brings together the sights, sounds, and tastes of Latin American culture…

The community is invited to the 10th annual Comedy Unleashed, a night of live comedy benefiting the vital work of the Irvine Animal Care Center Tuesday, September 15, at the Irvine Improv. Comedy Unleashed is a popular fundraising event featuring a gourmet dinner, live entertainment, an online…

SpyGlass Pharma, a biopharmaceutical clinical-stage company dedicated to transforming treatment for patients living with chronic eye conditions, today celebrated the grand opening of its new Irvine headquarters, marking a pivotal point in the company's growth.The opening of its 33,000-square-foot…

Thank you to our guests who attended Daisy Chain Fields. For guests leaving the Great Park, utilize Irvine Blvd. to southbound Bosque. Next, turn left onto Great Park Blvd.  Temporary closures of the Great Park and surrounding streets will be in place through September 2 for the Daisy Chain…

The City of Irvine expanded its trail network today with the opening of the Jeffrey Open Space Trail (JOST) Bicycle & Pedestrian Bridge, as elected officials, City staff, cyclists, and community members were the first to walk and ride onto the bridge following a ribbon-cutting ceremony. At…

For businesses, developers, and property owners looking to build or expand in Irvine, time and clarity are critical. The City of Irvine’s Community Development Department offers a valuable tool to help projects move forward more efficiently: the Pre-Application Meeting.  This optional, early-…

Join the Irvine Police Department for National Night Out on Tuesday, August 4, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., at the Great Park Palm Court Arts Complex. Get to know Irvine police officers and Orange County Fire Authority firefighters and enjoy a fun evening that includes: Police and fire vehicles on…

Arts in Irvine is proud to announce the award recipients of the 42nd Irvine Annual, recognizing artists for their creativity, craftsmanship, and unique approaches to contemporary art. This year’s guest jurors — Stephen Anderson, multidisciplinary artist and curator; Virginia Broersma, artist,…

Join the City of Irvine Tuesday, August 11, and celebrate the opening of the Jeffrey Open Space Trail (JOST) Bicycle & Pedestrian Bridge — the largest bridge in Irvine.  Be among the first to walk or ride across the nearly 1,200-foot-long bridge. A ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held from…

The City of Irvine and the Stella and John Foundation welcomed elected officials, business leaders, entrepreneurs, and community partners Tuesday, July 28, to celebrate the Irvine Center of Innovation & Entrepreneurship — presented by John Shen and Stella Zhang — and the collaborative vision…

The City of Irvine and Innovation Baseball Partners (IBP) announced the launch of a new professional baseball franchise set to begin play in the summer of 2027. Operating in the Pioneer Baseball League (an MLB Partner League), the club plans to make its home in Irvine at the Great Park Baseball…

At its meeting today, the Irvine City Council appointed Sean Joyce to serve as City Manager for approximately one year, effective August 10.  Joyce will step into the role as City Manager Sean Crumby prepares to retire following more than three decades of public service. Crumby served as…

The City of Irvine is partnering with SensoRy AI to detect wildfire ignitions in their earliest stages by deploying a network of ultra-early wildfire-detection and risk assessment sensors throughout the Irvine Open Space Preserve. Last year, the City worked with SensoRy AI and the Orange County…

The Irvine Animal Care Center is participating in the nationwide Clear the Shelters campaign, sponsored by NBCUniversal and Telemundo, August 1–31, waiving adoption fees for longest-resident pets currently at the center. Visitors can look for the purple event icon on kennel cards to identify…

The City of Irvine is preparing to submit an application for California's Prohousing Designation through the California Department of Housing and Community Development. This designation is awarded to cities that are actively creating opportunities for new housing, streamlining approvals, and…