City of Irvine Receives Prestigious Achievement of Excellence in Procurement Award for the 21st Consecutive Year
The City of Irvine has once again been recognized nationally for utilizing best practices in public procurement. For the 21st consecutive year, the City’s Administrative Services Department has received the prestigious annual Achievement of Excellence in Procurement® (AEP) award from the National…
City of Irvine Secures Opportunity Zone Designation for Irvine Business Complex
The City of Irvine (Open in new window) has received federal designation under the Opportunity Zone Program for a portion of the Irvine Business Complex (IBC) (Open in new window), creating new opportunities to attract long-term private investment and support economic development in one of Orange…
Community Input Helping Shape the Path Forward
The Yale Avenue Enhancement Project is underway. This initial phase of the project focuses on public outreach to gather input from the community. The City is exploring ways to enhance safety, accessibility, and mobility along Yale Avenue between I-405 and Portola Parkway. The corridor traverses a…
Veterans Day Holiday Closures
In observance of the Veterans Day holiday, November 11, all City of Irvine facilities will be closed. All parks remain open for passive use.  Facility Closures Adventure Playground ​Aquatic Centers City Hall Community Centers Great Park Visitors Center Heritage Park Library Irvine Animal Care…
Temporary Service Disruptions at Frank R. Bowerman Landfill
The Teamsters Local 952 Union is striking amid a contract dispute with the County of Orange, impacting operations at Frank R. Bowerman Landfill, located in the City of Irvine. For questions regarding compost appointments, please contact Orange County Waste & Recycling (OCWR) at 714-834-2158.…
November 3 General Municipal Election: Unofficial Results
The polls have closed in the November 3 General Municipal Election.  Visit the Orange County Registrar of Voters (Open in new window) website for the reporting schedule, detailed precinct reports, and more.  For up-to-the-minute unofficial election results, click on the…
Annual Holiday Toy Drive is Underway to Brighten the Holidays for Marine Families
The City of Irvine and the Irvine 2/11 Marine Adoption Committee invite the community to participate in the annual Holiday Toy Drive by donating new, unwrapped gifts suitable for infants or children ages 12 and younger. This yearly gift drive brings warmth, cheer, and appreciation to the…
New Exhibitions at the Irvine Fine Arts Center Explore Resilience, Celebration, and Belonging
Arts in Irvine will open two new exhibitions at the Irvine Fine Arts Center Saturday, November 14, with an opening reception from 2 to 4 p.m. Featuring Juan Manuel Gomez: En Lo Profundo / In the Deep and All Together!, the exhibitions bring together distinct artistic perspectives on resilience,…
Bright Lights and Festive Cheer, Celebrate the Holidays in Irvine
Celebrate the most wonderful time of year with family-friendly festivities that will make your days merry and bright. From writing letters to Santa to tree-lighting magic at Illuminate Irvine and a magical ride aboard the Metrolink Holiday Express Train, every celebration is an invitation to share…
Irvine Ranked No. 8 Greenest City in America
The City of Irvine has been ranked the eighth-greenest city in America by personal finance website WalletHub. WalletHub compared the 100 largest cities in the United States across 28 key indicators related to environmental friendliness and sustainability. The study evaluated factors including…
City of Irvine Seeks Community Input to Help Shape 20-Year Library Master Plan
The City of Irvine is developing a comprehensive Irvine Public Library Master Plan and inviting community members to share ideas, feedback, and priorities as the City plans for the next 20 years of library service. The Master Plan will establish a long-range framework for the Irvine Public Library…
Be Rain Ready
Stay prepared for rainy weather in Irvine by learning where to get sandbags, checking weather-related closures, reporting rain-related issues, and signing up for emergency alerts. El Niño Preparedness Town Hall On Monday, October 26, the City of Irvine hosted an El Niño Preparedness Town Hall…
Honor Courage and Service at the City of Irvine’s Annual Veterans Day Ceremony
The City of Irvine invites the community to honor veterans and their families at a special Veterans Day Ceremony Wednesday, November 11, 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m., in the Formal Garden at Colonel Bill Barber Marine Corps Memorial Park. The ceremony is thoughtfully designed to express a spirit of gratitude…
City of Irvine Launches Online Business License and Code Enforcement Platform
The City of Irvine has launched a new online portal for business licensing and code enforcement activities. Beginning today, October 19, businesses and residents can use PRISM, the Public Resource & Integrated System for Land Management, for the following: Apply for or renew an Irvine business…
Take our City of Irvine History Quiz!
December 28 marks the City of Irvine's 55th anniversary — but our story began long before incorporation. How well do you know Irvine’s history? Put your knowledge to the test! Answers are available in the drop down. How did the City of Irvine get its name? In 1864, James Irvine partnered with…
Experience a Hauntingly Fun Time at Monster Splash
The City of Irvine invites families to get in the Halloween spirit at Monster Splash, a frightfully fun event Saturday, October 24, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the William Woollett Jr. Aquatics Center. Guests can enjoy trick-or-treating around the pool decks, Halloween-inspired face painting, recreational…
City of Irvine to Host El Niño Preparedness Town Hall October 26
The City of Irvine will host an El Niño Preparedness Town Hall Monday, October 26, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the Irvine City Hall Council Chamber. The community event will help residents understand El Niño, what the current outlook may mean for Irvine and Southern California, and how the City is…
Participate in the Sixth Annual Citywide Serve Day
The City of Irvine has partnered with Love Irvine for the sixth annual Love Irvine Citywide Serve Day Saturday, November 7, from 8 a.m. to noon.  This partnership connects people who want to help with volunteer opportunities at various nonprofit service providers, faith-based organizations,…
Celebrate 25 Years of the Irvine Global Village Festival
The Irvine Global Village Festival returns to the Great Park Saturday, October 10, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., inviting the community to experience cultures from around the world through performances, food, interactive activities, shopping, and more. This year marks the festival’s 25th anniversary,…
City of Irvine Seeks Applicants for Vacancy on Health & Wellness Advisory Committee
The City of Irvine is accepting applications for one volunteer member-at-large position on the Irvine Health & Wellness Advisory Committee. The committee acts in an advisory capacity to the Irvine City Council by providing input on the City’s health and wellness initiatives. It consists of…