Irvine Holiday Happenings - Things To Do

Celebrate the holiday season in the center of Orange County with hotel specials, activities, events and dining experiences.

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OCTOBER:

Irvine Park Railroad Pumpkin Patch
Activities for kids of all ages - hay rides, face painting, Halloween bounce house, face painting, and more.
Through October 31, 2018

Tanaka Farms U-Pick Pumpkin Patch
Wagon rides, petting zoo, arts and crafts, corn maze and games. 
Through October 31, 2018

Halloween Zoo-tacular
Activities include trick-or-treating, kids crafts, a scavenger hunt, and fun games! The OC Zoo animals will receive treat-filled pumpkins throughout the day!
October 27, 2018

Trick-Or-Treat Through the City
Little ghouls and boys will have a howling good time at Pretend City Children Museum's creepy, creaky, critter city.
October 24, 2018

NTL Frankenstein
Childlike in his innocence but grotesque in form, Frankenstein's bewildered creature is cast out into a hostile universe by his horror-struck maker
October 28, 2018

NOVEMBER:

OC Chill Ice Rink
Irvine Spectrum Center is transformed into a winter wonderland when the festive outdoor Holiday Ice Rink returns to Giant Wheel Court during the holiday season. 
November 2, 2018 through January 7, 2019

Dia de Los Muertos Celebration
Day of the Dead is a Mexican holiday that celebrates loved ones who have passed. Celebrate with vibrant, educational activities for little ones at Pretend City Children's Museum. 
November 2, 2018

Holiday Faire
More than 150 vendors displaying arts and crafts, hand-blown glass, ceramics, jewelry, holiday decorations and more at the Irvine Fine Arts Center.
November 2 & 3, 2019

Remember Veterans Day
Recognizing Veterans with educational activities and memorable events. T
November 11, 2018

Thanksgiving Day Celebration
Take a trip to Plymouth Rock and celebrate everything we are thankful for! Children will have a blast participating in turkey activities and learning the meaning of giving thanks!
November 21, 2018

Santa Photos
Decked out in his best red suit, Santa will be at his Crystal Cove beach-inspired surf shack to hear your wishes and take photos.
November 23 - December 24, 2018

Nightly Tree Lighting
The beautifully decorated tree comes to life at night with a choreographed light show every 30 minutes
November 23 - December 24, 2018

MenAlive: Merry & Bright
Fun-filled concert overflowing with traditional classics, favorite new carols, and lots of fresh surprises!
November 30 & December 1, 2018

An Irish Christmas
Take a journey through Christmas in Ireland with superb dancing, traditional singing and authentic Irish traditional music. 
November 26, 2018

Irvine Park Railroad's Annual Christmas Train
Activities for kids of all ages - pictures with Santa Claus, story time with Mrs. Claus, carnival games, Christmas cookie decorating, a coloring corner and more.
November 30 - December 23, 2018

DECEMBER:

Run for a Claus 5K
Benefiting Wounded Warrior Project, Toys For Tots, the Salvation Army and Kids Run the OC Foundation. All runners will receive a Santa Hat, Santa Beard, a finisher's medal and a commemorative mug for coffee/hot cocoa after the race.
December 1, 2018

Menorah Lighting
Celebrate Hanukkah with music and festive traditions at the annual Menorah Lighting, hosted by the Chabad of Irvine.
December 2, 2018

Dr. Bobby Rodriguez - Latin Jazz Christmas
A first-rate jazz trumpeter and a dynamic leader of jazz and Latin ensembles. 
December 2, 2018

Hurray for Hanukah
Learn about this holiday through fun activities, traditions, games, and art! 
December 2 - 10, 2018

Photos with Santa
Meet jolly ‘ol Saint Nick, tell him your holiday wishes, and sit on his lap for a photo!
December 5, 12, 17, 19 & 21, 2018

Christmas at the OC Zoo
Watch the resident animals open treat-filled gifts hidden inside of Christmas trees and gift boxes throughout the day. Children can join the holiday fun with festive face painting and create seasonally inspired crafts. Mr. and Mrs. Claus will be visiting with children and spreading holiday cheer, and the jolly fun continues with games and a photo station.
December 

Festival Ballet Theatre: The Nutcracker
A cherished holiday classic, perfect for all ages.
December 8-24, 2018

Countdown to Christmas
Each day leading up to Christmas, we will “unwrap” a new holiday activity at the museum.
December 12 - 23, 2018

Celebrate Las Posadas! Feliz Navidad
Colorful Mexican holiday celebrates the nine days leading up to Christmas! 
December 18, 2018

Winter Solstice
Themed art and activities for little ones to join in the winter wonderland fun! 
December 21, 2018

Kwanza Celebration
Each day we will light a candle on the Kinara and celebrate a new principle through a variety of activities. 
December 26 - 30, 2018

Noon-Year's Eve
Celebrate the new year at different times throughout the day as the sun travels across the different time zones! 
December 31, 2018

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