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Gingerbread House Decorating Workshop – Orange County Great Park in Irvine
DECEMBER 12: Parent and child can decorate a gingerbread house together while receiving fun tips from staff. All decorations and supplies are provided, so you can enjoy this sweet traditional activity without any of the fuss and mess of cleanup yourself!
Wonderful World of Worms for Tweens in Irvine
SATURDAY, MARCH 6: Learn the benefits of urban worm farming and how worms create ideal organic fertilizer. This make-and-take class includes a vermi-compost box and a starter set of worms for a $15 material fee (pay online or first day of class).
Splash-In Movie & Recreation Swim in Irvine
TUESDAY, AUGUST 24: Grab your swimsuit, floatie, family, and come on down to the pool for a movie. Swim and float while Incredibles 2 plays on the big screen. Lifeguards will be on duty.
Studio 50 Dance Party at Great Park in Irvine
SATURDAY, AUGUST 28: Celebrate the City's 50th anniversary! Put on your best disco-era attire and come groove to the sounds of the 70s. Enjoy food trucks or pack a picnic. Free and open to all ages.
Grinch Day at Great Park in Irvine
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2021: Great Park is hosting a free Grinch-themed drawing session in the morning, and a drive-in movie (SOLD OUT) showing of Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas in the evening. Visitors are welcome to wear green or dress as their favorite Grinch characters during Grinch Day at Great Park.
Spring Around the World in Irvine
SATURDAY, APRIL 2: A celebration of springtime cultural holidays and traditions with a wide variety of multicultural food options, interactive and educational spring activities, live performances, and art exhibitions.
2022 Super Pet Adoption & Fundraiser in Irvine
JUNE 5: Irvine Animal Care Center's 16th annual Super Pet Adoption will feature gourmet food trucks, bake sales, vendors and services for pets, and more!
Holiday Faire in Irvine
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 5: More than 100 local and regional artisans will showcase unique handmade gifts for purchase, including holiday decorations, hand-blown glass, ceramics, jewelry, folk crafts, clothing, and more.
Trick-or-Treat at Lakeview Senior Center in Irvine
OCTOBER 27: Bring your little ghouls and goblins to the Lakeview Senior Center for a morning of Halloween fun. Featuring special trick-or-treat stations, snacks, and Halloween activities.
Monster Splash at Aquatic Center in Irvine
OCTOBER 26: Enjoy Halloween festivities, including trick-or-treating, a floating pumpkin patch, and a decorating station. Swim in the enchanted lagoon, conquer a chilling inflatable obstacle course, enjoy bounce houses, and grab ghoulish snacks from the spooky smorgasbord!
Egg-A-Pool-Looza in Irvine
April 5: Throw on your swimsuits and celebrate spring with a poolside egg hunt, Easter bunny photos, bounce houses, family splash time, spring crafts and games, and face painting.
Open Space Celebration at Quail Hill Trailhead in Irvine
April 19: Free pancake breakfast, family activities, and a guided 1.8-mile hike—perfect for a morning in nature!
PAC-MAN Fingerboarding Experience at Great Park Gallery in Irvine
July 12: Celebrate PAC-MAN’s 45th anniversary with a free fingerboarding experience featuring themed mini parks and a limited-edition fingerboard giveaway.
Fiesta Latina at Great Park in Irvine
September 14: Enjoy music, food, and art at this Hispanic heritage celebration. FREE!
Mid-Autumn Festival at Great Park in Irvine
September 26: Enjoy cultural displays, entertainment, and moonlit festivities at Irvine’s Mid-Autumn Festival. FREE!
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