The City of Irvine is committed to fostering a thriving business community. Aiming to streamline and enhance services that support business success, the City is conducting a comprehensive customer experience survey focused on its business license, entitlement, and permitting processes.  …
The City of Irvine welcomed riders of all ages to the Temporary Pump Track Celebration Saturday, June 7, at the Great Park Promenade. The band Head Wide Open rocked the crowd with a high-energy set, while guests enjoyed hands-on crafts, games, face painting, and themed activities. Food from…
Irvine, Calif. (June 1, 2025) – The Irvine Police Department (IPD) will conduct a Driving Under the Influence (DUI) and Driver’s License checkpoint as part of the Department’s ongoing commitment to reducing injuries and deaths caused by impaired drivers. The checkpoint will take place on Friday,…
The City of Irvine will host a series of community meetings in June to gather input on the next phase of planning for the Irvine Public Library system. These meetings will offer an opportunity for residents to provide feedback on priorities such as potential locations, facility design, and the…
Long summer evenings are back, and so is Summer in the City, Irvine’s signature series of free, family-friendly outdoor events held throughout June, July, and August. The lineup includes Movies on the Lawn, Summer Concerts, and Symphony in the Cities —each offering an opportunity for families,…
The City of Irvine is pleased to present a new Art at City Hall exhibition, Interiors of MCAS El Toro, on view at Irvine City Hall June 9–August 1. This exhibition features a rare look inside the transformation of Marine Corps Air Station El Toro through the lens of six celebrated photographers who…
The City of Irvine has once again been recognized for its outstanding park system, ranking second in the nation and first in California in the Trust for Public Land’s annual ParkScore Index released today. This recognition marks the 10th consecutive year the City has been ranked in the top 10. “…
The City of Irvine will host the inaugural Irvine Mobility Summit June 4–6, bringing together mobility experts, transportation leaders, and community stakeholders for three days of collaboration focused on sustainable transportation and creating a more bikeable, connected City for everyone. The…
The community is invited to celebrate the 31st annual Studio Arts Festival Saturday, June 7, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Heritage Community Park, adjacent to the Irvine Fine Arts Center. This free outdoor event, hosted by Arts in Irvine, offers attendees a unique opportunity to explore and purchase…
The Irvine Public Library is excited to announce the launch of Summer with the Library, a celebration of learning, reading, and discovery through free, library-led programs. The series offers a diverse mix of events and programming designed to spark a lifelong love of reading and support literacy…
The City of Irvine is developing pedestrian and bicycle safety action plans to encourage safe and active travel to school. The Suggested Routes to School (SRTS) project focuses on how to make walking, bicycling, and rolling easier and safer for students, but the recommendations on neighborhood…
The community is invited to participate in a community bike ride hosted by the Orange County Cycling Business Coalition, in partnership with the City of Irvine, Friday, June 6.  Riders of all ages can participate in the Community Bike Tour, opting for a 5-mile ride loop or a 25-mile ride…
Irvine, Calif. (May 16, 2025) – The Irvine Police Department (IPD) arrested four adult males and a female believed to be linked to a transnational organized crime ring. On Easter Sunday, April 20, 2025, at about 1:45 p.m., a resident on Cultivate called IPD dispatch after getting alerts from his…
In observance of Memorial Day, the City of Irvine invites the community to participate in two meaningful ceremonies that honor and remember the lives of U.S. military service members who made the ultimate sacrifice –– the Northwood Memorial Candle Lighting Ceremony Sunday, May 25, and the Memorial…
The community is invited to celebrate National Public Works Week Thursday, May 22, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Great Park Hangar 244. Meet staff in the City of Irvine's Public Works & Sustainability Department, learn about projects planned for Irvine, and get advice on…
Councilmember Betty Martinez Franco was sworn into office Tuesday, May 13, at the Irvine City Council Chamber surrounded by family, friends, and community members. Franco represents Council District 5, which includes the communities of Woodbridge, University Park, Rancho San Joaquin, and…
If you have visited the Great Park recently, you may have noticed a refreshed look along the park’s grounds at the Walkable Historical Timeline. Dr. Keith L. Nelson and Dr. Spencer C. Olin began developing the Great Park Walkable Historical Timeline and its companion handbook in the early 2000s as…
In 2017, the Organic Leadership Award was presented to the City of Irvine by Beyond Pesticides and Pepperdine University for the adoption of Irvine’s Integrated Pest Management Policy. The California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) honored the City of Irvine for its effort to reduce the…
To help children stay safe around water this summer, the City of Irvine is launching the Floatie Exchange Program, an initiative offering free U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jackets in exchange for non-approved personal flotation devices for children ages 6 and younger.    The Floatie…
The City of Irvine invites the community to attend the fourth annual Pride in Irvine event Thursday, May 22, 5–7 p.m. at the Irvine Civic Center Piazza in honor of Harvey Milk Day and June Pride Month.  The event will feature the raising of the Progress Flag in front of City Hall as a symbol…