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The City of Irvine annual summer tradition returns July 9, when the Sizzlin’ Summer Concert series kicks off at Mike Ward Community Park — Woodbridge.   The community is invited to a series of free family-friendly concerts in the park covering a variety of musical tastes — from country…

Building on the recently opened Great Park Gallery art exhibition Phillip K. Smith III: Shared Light, the City of Irvine announces an expanded experience with music and art installations. The two-part live classical music series will happen June 25 and July 23, and the expanded exhibition is open…

Join the City of Irvine this summer for the return of Movies on the Lawn, a series of family-friendly outdoor screenings at Great Park. The series kicks off Saturday, June 18, and continues various Saturday evenings through August 13. Movies begin after sunset, at approximately 8:15 p.m. Bring a…

The OC Sheriff Department's Hazardous Devices Section (HDS) will conduct a controlled disposal of 60 pounds of explosive materials at the Frank R. Bowerman Landfill in Irvine, Wednesday, June 8. Residents or those in the area may hear loud explosive noises from approximately 10-11 a.m.…

The City of Irvine seeks to define community transportation needs beyond existing iShuttle and bus routes located within the City.  A virtual community meeting will be held Monday, June 13, at 6 p.m., to discuss transportation options and present the findings from initial concept studies…

The Irvine Police Department (IPD) will host a school safety town hall presentation on Thursday, June 9, at 6 p.m., at the City of Irvine Council Chamber. In light of recent horrific events involving gun violence in our region and across our Nation, IPD will share with our community the steps we…

Ten City of Irvine facilities and five community facilities will serve as Voting Centers for the upcoming Statewide Direct Primary Election on June 7.   In addition to in-person voting, all registered voters will receive a vote-by-mail ballot in mid-May. In lieu of voting in person, voters can…

Expand your art collection and enjoy a day in the park at the 28th annual Studio Arts Festival. The event will be held Saturday, June 4, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Heritage Community Park adjacent to the Irvine Fine Arts Center. This year’s festival is fully outdoors. The juried festival will showcase…

The City of Irvine is proud to support HomeAid Orange County’s goal of collecting 1 million essential items for babies and toddlers through the organizations’ annual Diaper Drive. Now through June 9, members of the community are invited to participate by donating new, unopened packages of diapers,…

The City of Irvine is accepting applications to fill two student vacancies on the Green Ribbon Environmental Committee. The committee advises the City Council and makes recommendations on matters related to energy, recycling and waste management, mobility, open space, and water issues. …

The University of California, Irvine is partnering with the City of Irvine to host City of Irvine Day at Anteater Ballpark on May 20. Residents are invited to watch the UCI baseball team take on California State University, Bakersfield on a day celebrating the relationship between the City and the…

The University of California, Irvine is partnering with the City of Irvine to host City of Irvine Day at Anteater Ballpark on May 20. Residents are invited to watch the UCI baseball team take on California State University, Bakersfield on a day celebrating the relationship between the City and the…

The City of Irvine announces the opening of its latest art exhibition at the Great Park Gallery: Phillip K. Smith III: Shared Light. The exhibition runs Sunday, May 29, to Sunday, August 28. An opening reception for the exhibition will be held Sunday, May 29, 1 to 3 p.m. The exhibition, opening,…

Please see the following notification from Caltrans regarding maintenance on Jeffrey Road and Yale Avenue bridges over Interstate 5 (I-5) beginning May 18:

The City of Irvine celebrated Earth Day this year with various activities, events, and calls-to-action leading up to the month of April and beyond.

UCI Health and the City of Irvine are partnering for a series of blood drives which will be held at Great Park monthly through September. A blood supply crisis is posing a concerning risk to patient care both locally and nationally. To address the great need for blood donations in Orange County,…

The City of Irvine is hosting two Memorial Day events to pay tribute to America’s fallen: the Northwood Memorial Candle Lighting Ceremony on Sunday, May 29, and the annual Memorial Day Ceremony at Colonel Bill Barber Marine Corps Memorial Park on Monday, May 30. The community is invited to these…

The summer issue of Inside Irvine (Open in new window) is here! Learn how you can safely explore the City on two wheels; read more about programs, services, and efforts made to strengthen the health and well-being of Irvine residents; and see what exciting changes await you at Great Park. …

Join OC Waste & Recycling for their Compost Giveaway and pick up FREE compost!  WHEN: Saturday, May 21, 2022, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.  WHERE: Frank R. Bowerman Landfill  11002 Bee Canyon Access Rd. Irvine, CA 92602 DETAILS:  • Proof of Orange County residency is required.…

The Summer 2022 concert season at FivePoint Amphitheatre is underway. The concert schedule includes fan favorites from a variety of musical genres and promises to bring great entertainment to Irvine. In preparation for the season, Live Nation, the venue operator, has made significant…