In Irvine, you know Halloween is near when the Balloon at the Orange County Great Park displays the iconic jack-o-lantern face, affectionately known as “Jack.” Jack’s arrival also signals the annual Fall Food Drive at the Park, offering visitors a way to support local food banks.
Jack made his appearance on the Balloon on Sept. 27; he will stick around through Nov. 1. The Great Park Balloon flies Thursdays and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 7 to 10 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 7 to 10 p.m., weather permitting.