EVENTS IN IRVINE

Discover a vibrant calendar of events in Irvine, where there’s always something exciting happening year-round! 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.

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Events for Every Season

Winter

Illuminate Irvine and Holidayz at the Park
A signature festive celebration that kicks off the holiday season with a community-oriented tree lighting, live music, holiday activities, and a walkable light display at the Palm Court Arts Complex in the Orange County Great Park. The celebration includes seasonal décor, family crafts, and photo opportunities with holiday installations.

Date / Time: Light display continues daily from dusk to 9:00 p.m. through January 4, 2026.
Location: Great Park Palm Court Arts Complex (8000 Great Park Blvd, Irvine)

Irvine Spectrum Center Holiday Activities
A festive lineup of seasonal attractions including an outdoor ice skating rink, nightly tree lighting displays, skate-with-Santa experiences, and live entertainment under holiday lights.

Dates / Times: Ice skating and tree lighting nightly through January 4; Santa appearances and themed sessions vary by date and typically occur on weekends through December 24.
Location: Irvine Spectrum Center (670 Spectrum Center Dr, Irvine)

Hikari – A Festival of Lights – Tanaka Farms
A festive light festival with interactive displays, holiday décor, and seasonal attractions on a working farm.

Dates / Times: Select evenings through late December; exact schedule varies by year.
Location: Tanaka Farms (Irvine)

Winter Fest OC
A regional winter festival with carnival rides, snow play, ice tubing, entertainment, and seasonal attractions suited to families and groups.

Dates / Times: Typically mid-December through early January (dates and sessions vary).
Location: Costa Mesa (OC Fair & Event Center)

Holiday Light Walks & Candlelight Evenings (OC Parks)
Seasonal light displays and interactive experiences celebrating the holidays with music, seasonal décor, and craft activities for children. While not within Irvine city limits, these family-friendly events are accessible in the region.

Dates / Times: Multiple evenings in early to mid-December, typically 5:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.
Location: Heritage Hill Historical Park (Lake Forest)

Santa’s Village and Holiday Train – Irvine Park Railroad
A long-running family holiday tradition featuring a themed train to Santa’s Village, holiday games, seasonal treats, photo stations, and more.

Dates / Times: Seasonal operation typically from late November through late December; select additional lighted “Train of Lights” rides in late December.
Location: Irvine Regional Park (Orange, CA)

Spring

Spring Harvest Festival – Tanaka Farms
A beloved seasonal festival featuring Easter-themed food offerings, outdoor games, a carrot patch, farm activities, and springtime photo opportunities. Guests can enjoy visits from the Easter Bunny, egg hunts, arts and crafts, and rides such as the bee train.
Location: Tanaka Farms, Irvine

Movies Under the Stars
A free outdoor movie series showcasing family-friendly films on the Giant Wheel Lawn throughout April and May. Attendees bring blankets and lawn chairs for a relaxed evening under the open sky, complemented by dining and shopping options nearby.
Location: Irvine Spectrum Center

Egg-A-Pool-Looza at William Woollett Jr. Aquatics Center
A popular Easter-season aquatic event featuring themed egg hunts in the pool, recreational swim time, bounce houses, crafts, and photo opportunities with the Easter Bunny.
Location: William Woollett Jr. Aquatics Center, Irvine

Summer

Summer in the City
A citywide seasonal series offering family-friendly programming throughout the summer. Activities typically include Movies on the Lawn, children’s activities, outdoor concerts, and community gatherings held across Irvine’s parks and public spaces.
Location: Various Irvine parks and community facilities

Night Market Summer Series
A weekly cultural and culinary marketplace featuring rotating themed nights, live entertainment, international street foods, artisan goods, and emerging local vendors.
Location: Great Park

Great Park Summer Concerts
A signature outdoor concert series featuring a lineup of live musical performances across genres. Guests bring lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy music under the summer sky.
Location: Great Park Live

Fall

Mid-Autumn Festival
The Mid-Autumn Festival in Irvine is celebrated with family-friendly gatherings that feature traditional performances, lantern displays, mooncake tastings, and cultural activities honoring the holiday’s themes of reunion and gratitude.
Location: Great Park

Irvine Global Village Festival
Irvine’s flagship cultural festival celebrating the city’s international community with live performances, global cuisine, interactive art, and cultural exhibits representing traditions from around the world. Guests can explore cultural booths, artisan marketplaces, and family activity zones.
Location: Great Park

Tanaka Farms Pumpkin Patch
A beloved fall tradition offering wagon rides through the fields, a family-friendly corn maze, U-pick vegetable activities, farm-animal education, and photo-ready pumpkin displays.
Location: Tanaka Farms