The City of Irvine celebrated the opening of eight new lighted pickleball courts at Mike Ward Community Park — Woodbridge with a ribbon-cutting ceremony Tuesday, February 3. Approximately 200 people attended the event, which featured remarks by City leaders and the opportunity for the local…
​The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory for Irvine and Orange County areas Wednesday, February 4, at 4 a.m. through Thursday, February 5, at noon. We are expecting winds to be 15 to 25 mph with gusts of 45 mph.  You can report downed trees and other weather-related issues…
Timeline & Current Construction | FAQs The City of Irvine is advancing the Marine Way extension and undercrossing to improve access and traffic circulation in and around the Great Park. While Marine Way runs along the southern edge of the park, there is currently no direct rail crossing or…
The City of Irvine has received a $105,000 Catalyst grant from the California Jobs First (CJF) Regional Investment Initiative, administered through the Orange County Business Council (OCBC), to launch the OC MedTech Navigator, a concierge-style service that will streamline and accelerate the…
The City of Irvine will celebrate the opening of eight lighted pickleball courts at Mike Ward Community Park — Woodbridge with a ribbon-cutting ceremony Tuesday, February 3, from 3 to 5 p.m. The event will include remarks from City leaders, followed by a ribbon-cutting and scheduled gameplay…
The City of Irvine, in partnership with Orange County United Way, is offering free tax preparation services to taxpayers who earned less than $69,000 in 2025. Qualifying taxpayers who live, work, or attend school in Irvine can receive help filing their taxes from IRS-trained and certified…
In an effort to strengthen economic growth and innovation, the City of Irvine has adopted strategic zoning updates that make it easier for companies engaged in Research & Development (R&D) to locate, expand, and invest in Irvine. These changes help preserve and modernize key business areas…
Continuing a commitment to Irvine’s long-term economic success, the Irvine City Council approved a blueprint at its January 13 meeting to guide the City’s economic development efforts and lay the groundwork for the launch of the Irvine Center of Innovation and Entrepreneurship. The Economic…
The City of Irvine is starting the new year by offering a focused opportunity to support and strengthen our local business community. In partnership with the Orange County Inland Empire Small Business Development Center (OCIE SBDC), the City is hosting a Small Business Clinic designed to provide…
Create. Listen. Explore. Discover Free Art Experiences at the Great Park  Arts at the Great Park is something you can hear, touch, and experience. This lineup of free, all-ages events encourages hands-on making, shared listening, and meaningful discovery — no tickets or registration required.…
Arts in Irvine is pleased to present three solo exhibitions opening January 25 at the Great Park Gallery, featuring work by Daniela García Hamilton, Kristina Rose Baker, and Vonn Sumner. These exhibitions highlight distinct narratives and approaches to painting that traverse familial traditions,…
Arts in Irvine is pleased to present three solo exhibitions opening January 25 at the Great Park Gallery, featuring work by Daniela García Hamilton, Kristina Rose Baker, and Vonn Sumner. These exhibitions highlight distinct narratives and approaches to painting that traverse familial traditions,…
HOPE Center for the Arts: Be Seen invites the public to experience the depth, originality, and expressive power of artists from the Irvine-based nonprofit HOPE Center for the Arts. On view January 12 through March 20, the exhibition highlights the work of adults with disabilities whose artistic…
The City of Irvine is deeply saddened by the horrific acts of violence reported over the weekend, both domestically and internationally, at Brown University and at Bondi Beach in Sydney, Australia. We extend our heartfelt condolences to the victims, their families, and all those affected by these…
The City is introducing a new street sweeping schedule for several Irvine villages beginning January 1. These changes will help streamline operations and ensure Irvine's roads are well-kept throughout the year. In 2026, residential streets will be swept Tuesday through Friday, twice a month, …
In observance of the winter holidays, City of Irvine offices will be closed December 22–26 and January 1. Many facilities and services have additional closures and modified hours during the holidays. Please view the list below for details. Irvine City Hall Closed: December 22–26,…
The City of Irvine was awarded a Top Workplaces 2025 honor, ranking among large companies with 500 or more employees in The Orange County Register’s 18th annual list of Top Workplaces. This is the fifth consecutive year the City has received this prestigious recognition, which celebrates…
The City of Irvine, in partnership with the Orange County Inland Empire SBDC Network (OCIE SBDC), invites you to complete a brief and anonymous survey (Open in new window) about the current and future state of your small business. This is your opportunity to share your challenges, needs, and…
The City of Irvine invites the community to Illuminate Irvine Saturday, December 6, from 3 to 8 p.m. at the Great Park Palm Court Arts Complex. The event transforms the Palm Court into a sparkling winter wonderland with twinkling lights, festive music, and hands-on holiday fun for all ages. Guests…
Persistent rain and winds didn’t diminish the Irvine community’s spirit Saturday, November 15, as residents, businesses, and volunteers came together to donate $33,000 and 3,300 pounds of food for Operation Bridge the Gap, an emergency food drive launched in response to the recent disruption of…