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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, …

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…

City of Irvine offices, aquatics facilities, community centers, and senior centers will be closed in observance of Thanksgiving Day Thursday, November 27, and Friday, November 28. Additional facility information and/or modified hours can be found below. Great Park: Featured amenities at the…

Irvine City Manager Sean Crumby has announced several executive appointments that will provide strategic leadership and help shape Irvine’s next chapter. Steve Torelli has been appointed Director of the Great Park, Kavita Deepak has been named Director of the City’s new Information Technology…

The City of Irvine has once again demonstrated its strong commitment to LGBTQ+ inclusion, earning a perfect score of 100 — and 15 bonus points — on the 2025 Municipal Equality Index (MEI) released today. This marks the fourth consecutive year Irvine has received a perfect score on the…

Irvine, Calif. (November 17, 2025) – The Irvine Police Department (IPD) will conduct a Driving Under the Influence (DUI) and Driver’s License checkpoint as part of the Department’s continued commitment to reducing injuries and deaths caused by impaired drivers. The checkpoint will take place on…

The Irvine Animal Care Center invites the community to support the annual Holiday Donation Drive from November 15 through January 15, 2026. Every gift, no matter the size, helps provide essential medical care, safe shelter, and nurturing support to pets facing difficult circumstances. By…

The City of Irvine, in partnership with local businesses and organizations, is holding an emergency food drive Saturday, November 15, to support Irvine residents affected by the ongoing federal government shutdown.  Together with the Greater Irvine Chamber of Commerce, OC Hunger Alliance, and…

❄️ A Season of Impact | Discover Your Winter Inside Irvine (Open in new window) This winter, Inside Irvine spotlights how our City continues to lead with thoughtful planning, community programs, and innovative services, reflecting a community that moves with purpose. Discover how the City is…

The City of Irvine invites the community to the opening of two new exhibitions at the Irvine Fine Arts Center: Swing Shift and Alisa Ochoa: Splinters. Both exhibitions will be on view November 15, 2025–January 17, 2026, with a free opening reception Saturday, November 15, from 2 to 4 p.m. Guests…

Veterans Day is a time to honor America’s veterans for their patriotism, love of country, and commitment to serve and sacrifice for the common good. Join us as we salute our nation’s veterans at the City of Irvine’s annual Veterans Day Ceremony. Join the community Tuesday,…