Winter holiday events begin December 7 and include a Holiday Tree lighting at Illuminate Irvine, the Irvine Fine Arts Center Holiday Market, and Holidayz at the Park. IRVINE, CA - The City of Irvine invites the community to celebrate the holiday…

Reimagine What's Possible; Visit the Great Park Gallery A new exhibition, Natural Language: Contemporary Book Art, is coming to the Great Park Gallery Sunday, January 28, and includes an opening reception with the featured artists from 1 to 3 p.m.…

City of Irvine Named Top Workplace for Third Year in a Row by The Orange County Register Companies honored embraced strength, exceptionality, success, and culture. IRVINE, Calif. (December 12, 2023): The City of Irvine was awarded a Top…

Irvine, CA - In an effort to address the growing blood supply crisis in Orange County, the City of Irvine and UCI Health are partnering together to host a blood drive event Wednesday, December 20, 9 a.m.–3 p.m., at the Irvine Civic Center.…

City of Irvine Earns a Perfect Score of 100 in Nationwide Municipal Equality Index for the Second Consecutive Year Irvine also received nine bonus points in the 12th annual evaluation. IRVINE, Calif. (December 7, 2023): The City of Irvine, for…

Irvine, CA - The City of Irvine received a 2023 Digital Cities Survey award from the Center for Digital Government, a national research and advisory institute focused on technology policy and best practices in state and local government. Irvine…

Celebrate the spirit of togetherness, goodwill, and the wonder of the holiday season with three, signature holiday events beginning December 2 at the Great Park. Enjoy enchanting, holiday events at the Great Park Palm Court Arts Complex featuring…

Art at City Hall Exhibition Paul Gardner: A Retrospective Opens December 11 The exhibition features the abstract expressionist work of City of Irvine artist Paul Gardner. IRVINE, Calif. (November 29, 2023): The City of Irvine is pleased to…

The City of Irvine is proud to offer classes that empower you to cultivate new skills or hobbies, connect with your community, and grow personally and professionally. From fitness and wellness to arts and culture, you’ll find something for…

IRVINE, Calif : The City of Irvine, in partnership with Southern California Edison, is proud to offer its residents access to XeroHome, a free program that helps single-family homeowners identify ways to reduce their home energy bills and lower…

CELEBRATE FIESTA LATINA EN IRVINE The City of Irvine, in partnership with UCI and UCI Health, invites you to celebrate Fiesta Latina en Irvine Sunday, September 17, 11 a.m.–3 p.m. at the Great Park. This free event includes art, education,…

Thyme to Get Cooking with Irvine Classes! It's thyme to get cooking with City of Irvine classes. Chefs-in-training gain confidence in the kitchen through safely preparing a variety of foods, properly handling common cooking tools, following a…

Irvine, CA - The City of Irvine has received a Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the fiscal year ended June 30,…

Take a Learning Adventure with Irvine Classes! Take a learning adventure with City of Irvine classes. Children can discover courses in the sciences, arts, athletics, music, dance, and more. Then, they can apply these academic skills in a…

Bust Out Your Bodacious Dance Moves at the Summer Dance Party! Summer Dance Party is presented as part of the new summer event series, Summer in the City, which features a variety of fun, family events throughout June, July, and August. Don't…

ENJOY LIVE OUTDOOR CONCERTS The final Summer in the City concerts are August 5 and 19 at Mike Ward Community - Woodbridge. Enjoy family-friendly performances from Tijuana Dogs as they play top 40 hits and DW3 with a throwback to soul, R&B, and…

Irvine, CA - The City of Irvine invites the community to learn about maintaining a healthy and active lifestyle at the 14th annual Senior Expo Friday, August 25, 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m. at Lakeview Senior Center. This free event is designed for…

Submissions for the Irvine Animal Care Center Photo Fundraiser Open August 1 Submit pet photos online through August 31 for a chance to be featured in the 2024 Irvine Animal Care Center wall calendar. IRVINE, Calif. (July 27, 2023): The Irvine…

Discover the Science of Nature at Irvine Camps! Kids can discover the science of nature this summer at Irvine camps. Learning about how the world works using scientific tools can help children develop the ability to ask insightful questions,…

Drop off donations through August 4 to benefit the families of Irvine’s adopted 2/11 Marine Battalion. Irvine, CA -- The City of Irvine is receiving new baby gift donations to provide support and care for the families of Irvine’s…

The City of Irvine and UCI Health to host Blood Drive at City Hall The blood drive will take place July 13. IRVINE, Calif. (July 10, 2023): The City of Irvine and UCI Health are partnering together to address the blood supply crisis posing a…

Become a Tech Wizard with STEM Camps in Irvine Become a tech wizard with STEM summer camps in Irvine! Children and teens will engage their creativity, learn how to ask insightful questions to gain deeper understanding, and develop observational…

Life is a Picnic! Life is a picnic, and there's so much to enjoy with summer festivities at Sweet Shade. Stay active with Adaptive Yoga and No Limit Fitness, play outdoor games, and make memories at our Sunset Family Picnic! Browse a complete…

Irvine, CA - The Irvine Fine Arts Center proudly announces the opening of All Media 2023, an exhibition featuring 67 local and national artists who work in disciplines such as sculpture, photography, painting, ceramics, drawing, collage, metal,…

The City of Irvine Launches New Summer Event Series Summer in the City features family-friendly events held throughout the summer at Irvine parks. IRVINE, Calif. (June 21, 2023): The City of Irvine is launching a new summer event series, Summer in…

Have a Sportstastic Summer with Irvine Camps Have a sportstastic summer with camps in Irvine. From skateboarding to sand volleyball and soccer, the City offers a variety of sport-specific camps for children. Learning to play a sport can help…

City of Irvine to Host Second Annual Juneteenth Freedom Celebration Event with BIPOC OC The Juneteenth Freedom Celebration will commemorate the federal holiday as a celebration of the emancipation of enslaved Black Americans in the United States.…

Summer Nights Are Upon Us! Make memories with friends and have endless fun in the sun filled with movies, crafts, and sports! Browse a complete offering of all Disability Services programs at yourirvine.org. For questions, call 949-724-6637. …

Skate into Summer Since its genesis, skateboarding has been considered an iconic cultural symbol and an intricate competitive sport. From music to film, fashion and more — skateboarding has had a profound legacy. Opening Sunday, June 4, the…

Adventure is Out There! Registration is open for Great Park Summer Camps. Make this summer incredible. At Great Park, we are offering week-long summer camps that are sure to spark your child’s imagination, foster critical thinking skills, and…

IRVINE, Calif. (March 10, 2023): On March 7, Mayor Farrah N. Khan delivered her State of the City Address at the Irvine Barclay Theatre. Topics included a review of 2022 accomplishments, as well as the vision for 2023 and beyond as one of the top…

Take Our Survey! Consider Transportation Alternatives on South Yale Avenue The community is invited to take our online survey to provide input on various bicycle and pedestrian-friendly alternatives to be considered for future development along…

The City of Irvine cordially invites you to attend the 2023 State of the City Address on Tuesday, March 7. This City event will begin with a free public reception at 5 p.m., followed by the State of the City Address at 6 p.m., where Mayor Farrah N.…

Welcome to the Community Link Newsletter Our weekly newsletter aims to keep residents and businesses connected to us and all that is going on in and throughout the City. You can connect with us and learn more about our community, cultural…

IRVINE, Calif. (March 2, 2023): The Irvine Fine Arts Center is pleased to announce its first exhibitions of the New Year: Aries Rising and North Node. The exhibitions run concurrently Saturday, March 11–Saturday, May 20. A free opening…

Support New Arrivals & Recuperating Animals during the Monthlong Foster Donation Drive The Irvine Animal Care Center invites the community to support its Foster Donation Drive, March 1–31. Support the center’s new puppies and…

The City of Irvine has announced plans to acquire and close the All American Asphalt plant, while also adding hundreds of acres of open space and a new residential housing village in North Irvine. The overall plan, which establishes the Gateway…

Attend The State Of The City Address Mayor Farrah N. Khan will deliver the City of Irvine's annual State of the City Address Tuesday, March 7, at the Irvine Barclay Theatre. This free event is open to the public. The reception begins at 5 p.m.;…

Monthlong Foster Donation Drive Supports Young Pets at Irvine Animal Care Center Support new arrivals and recuperating animals in the center’s Foster Care program. The Irvine Animal Care Center invites the community to support its Foster…

IRVINE, Calif. (February 24, 2023): Orange County United Way and the City of Irvine have partnered with Procurri and Ingram Micro to host an e-waste drop off recycling event on March 11, 2023, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Irvine Valley College located…

Welcome to the Community Link Newsletter Our weekly newsletter aims to keep residents and businesses connected to us and all that is going on in and throughout the City. You can connect with us and learn more about our community, cultural events…

Encourage your child to just keep strumming by signing up for a music class. The City of Irvine is offering several classes that teach children how to play a stringed instrument. Your child can learn easy chords and melodies on the guitar or…

IRVINE, Calif. (February 21, 2023): Irvine City Manager Oliver C. Chi has appointed two highly experienced employees to serve as Assistant City Managers. Former Deputy Director of Human Resources Brian King and former Great Park Executive Director…

We are March-ing along in 2023! Get together with friends at Sweet Shade Ability Center for games, art, and our Shamrock Festival. Game Night? Join us for a fun-filled night of games, laughter, and entertainment. Snacks provided.?Ages 10+.?? …

Applications are available starting Wednesday, February 15, and are due by 5 p.m. Wednesday, March 15. IRVINE, Calif. (February 17, 2023): The City of Irvine is accepting applications to fill two community member-at-large vacancies on the Irvine…

State of the City is March 7 Mayor Farrah N. Khan will deliver the State of the City Address on Tuesday, March 7, at the Irvine Barclay Theatre (4242 Campus Drive, Irvine). This City event will begin with a free public reception at 5 p.m.,…

City of Irvine State of the City Address will take place March 7 at the Irvine Barclay Theatre Irvine Mayor Farrah N. Khan will deliver the State of the City Address on Tuesday, March 7, at the Irvine Barclay Theatre (4242 Campus Drive,…

A new season is almost here — is your family ready to spring into camp? Sign up for a variety of spring camps taking place March 27 to April 7 for children as young as 4 years old. Your child will have endless fun with activities, games,…

Spring 2023 Inside Irvine is Here Registration for spring classes and activities, as well as summer camps, in Irvine begins Tuesday, February 15, at yourirvine.org. The spring issue of Inside Irvine is available now at insideirvine.org. Learn…

Welcome to the Community Link Newsletter Our weekly newsletter aims to keep residents and businesses connected to us and all that is going on in and throughout the City. You can connect with us and learn more about our community, cultural…

IRVINE, Calif. (February 9, 2023): The City of Irvine is launching a grant program for local emerging nonprofits that provide services and programs to the Irvine community. Potential grantees may be awarded $30,000 to $60,000. Applications for the…

City of Irvine Day at Bren Events Center set for February 18 Residents invited to watch UC Irvine men’s basketball team play UC Davis. The University of California, Irvine is collaborating with the City of Irvine to host City of Irvine…

Read the spring edition of ArtBeat for the latest information on Irvine Fine Arts Center art exhibitions, classes, activities, and programs. Registration for winter programs opens February 15. For the most updated information and class…

Help your child foster a love for animals and nature! The City of Irvine is offering several classes for kids to explore habitats and animal characteristics or learn how they can have a positive impact on the environment. Children can make…

The Saddleback-Mission Viejo Elks Lodge #2444 was pleased to have initiated 12 new Members to the order last week. The Elks Organization is based on the principles of Brotherly Love, Justice, Charity, and Fidelity. The Elks promote the welfare and…

Our weekly newsletter aims to keep residents and businesses connected to us and all that is going on in and throughout the City. You can connect with us and learn more about our community, cultural events and celebrations, and news of interest by…

Learn about Life on the Base Through Photos and Music at the Great Park Gallery An opening reception for the historical photography art exhibition will be held February 19, accompanied by a live music series. The City of Irvine is pleased to…

IRVINE, Calif. (January 31, 2023): The City of Irvine is pleased to present Life on the Base: MCAS El Toro, a historical photography exhibition at the Great Park Gallery. An opening reception will be held Sunday, February 19, 1–3 p.m. A…

Drop off donations February 1–28 to benefit members of Irvine’s adopted 2/11 Marine Battalion. Help support the single Marines, single parents, and geographic bachelors of Irvine’s adopted 2/11 Marine Battalion by donating…

Become a Irvine Fine Arts Center Studio Arts Festival Artist! The 2023 Studio Arts Festival exhibitor application is now available. The annual Irvine Fine Arts Center Studio Arts Festival is a one-day shopping event highlighting local artisans…

Our weekly newsletter aims to keep residents and businesses connected to us and all that is going on in and throughout the City. You can connect with us and learn more about our community, cultural events and celebrations, and news of interest by…

Take a look at the top things to do this month in Irvine. Celebrate Black History Month February is Black History Month. In Irvine, we celebrate our diversity and the many cultures that make up our resident base, including our Black community.…

IRVINE, Calif. (January 23, 2023): The City of Irvine, in partnership with Orange County United Way, is offering free tax preparation services to taxpayers who earned less than $60,000 in 2022. Qualifying taxpayers who live, work, or attend school…

Is your child s'mitten about learning? The City of Irvine offers a variety of educational classes to help them discover and learn new skills in art, science, and language. Register now at yourirvine.org. Sign up for educational classes in…

Our weekly newsletter aims to keep residents and businesses connected to us and all that is going on in and throughout the City. You can connect with us and learn more about our community, cultural events and celebrations, and news of interest by…

Sustainable Business Challenge The Irvine Green Business Program is pleased to present a Sustainable Business Challenge for businesses located in the City of Irvine to become Recognized Green Businesses! This is a FREE certification program to…

Take a dance class and learn to go with the flow! This winter, the City of Irvine is offering several dance classes for children and pre-teens ages 4–12. Students will learn to channel energy and fun into rhythm and steps, while also…

Our weekly newsletter aims to keep residents and businesses connected to us and all that is going on in and throughout the City. You can connect with us and learn more about our community, cultural events and celebrations, and news of interest by…

Inspire your creativity! This winter, the City of Irvine is hosting cartooning and drawing classes for children ages 8–15. These classes offer opportunities for participants to learn from creative experts how to draw famous cartoon characters.…

Welcome to the Community Link Newsletter Our weekly newsletter aims to keep residents and businesses connected to us and all that is going on in and throughout the City. You can connect with us and learn more about our community, cultural…

After a national recruitment, seasoned finance professional Dahle Bulosan has been named Director of Administrative Services for the City of Irvine. Bulosan has more than 23 years of progressive finance experience and is joining Irvine from the…

Take a look at the top things to do this upcoming month in Irvine. Volunteer For Meals On Wheels Irvine Senior Services needs your help. Volunteer Meals on Wheels drivers, ages 21 and older, are needed to help deliver nutritious meals to…

Enjoy the Trails at Great Park The Great Park Trails feature 1.5 miles of walking and biking space throughout the Upper Bee and Bosque area. The Great Park Trails include decomposed granite pedestrian trails that are 4 to 6 feet wide, as well as…

Welcome to the Community Link Newsletter Our weekly newsletter aims to keep residents and businesses connected to us and all that is going on in and throughout the City. You can connect with us and learn more about our community, cultural events…