Events in Irvine

Discover a vibrant calendar of events in Irvine, where there’s always something exciting happening year-round! From lively music events in local parks to beloved community gatherings like Movies on the Lawn, Irvine truly embraces a dynamic event scene. Experience the magic of winter with the ice rink at the Irvine Spectrum Center or soak up the summer nights with concerts at Great Park. To stay in the loop on all upcoming events and ensure you don’t miss a beat, be sure to sign up for our newsletter!

Irvine Event Calendar

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Things To Do in Irvine This Weekend

This weekend in Irvine, families can enjoy a variety of engaging events. The weekend of October 18th and 19th in Irvine offers a mix of concerts, cultural events, and family activities. Music fans can head to Great Park Live for a reggae-filled Sunday, October 19th, featuring the Ziggy Marley and Burning Spear: Do The Reggae Tour. The venue also features a concert by Pepper Friday, October 17 and Saturday, October 18th. For more activities in the area, visit things to do in Irvine.

Things To Do in Orange County This Weekend

This week in Orange County, families can enjoy a variety of events. Orange County is buzzing with energy this weekend! For those interested in cultural immersion, the OC Japan Fair runs through the weekend (October 17th–19th) nearby in Costa Mesa, celebrating Japanese culture with food, shopping, performances, and more. Additionally, the Irvine Park Railroad Pumpkin Patch, a popular fall tradition, will be in full swing throughout the weekend.

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Family Activities in Orange County This Weekend

Here’s a look at some of the notable happenings across Orange County this weekend.

Carnival Colossal – San Clemente spans October 9 – 12 at Vista Hermosa Sports Park, featuring carnival rides, food trucks, games, and a special-needs resource fair.

Over the weekend, the 48th Annual OC Fall Home Show will take place at the OC Fair and Event Center (Costa Mesa) on October 11 – 12, offering home design exhibits, DIY demos, and expert booths.

In Costa Mesa, the Philharmonic Society of Orange County presents “Faure Piano Quarters” at Segerstrom Concert Hall on October 11 at 8 p.m.

For families, the Great Big Family Play Day takes place on Sunday, October 12 at the Huntington Beach Sports Complex, featuring live music, pumpkin decorating, arts and crafts, games, and food.

And don’t miss Oktoberfest Orange County at the Huntington Beach Biergarten, continuing through November and offering a festive atmosphere of music, food, and local brews.

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