ENJOY THE TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY

Kick off the season with a Tree Lighting Ceremony at the Civic Center, and join us for an evening of holiday cheer. This free event includes visits with Santa, live music, games, crafts, and train rides. Saturday, December 3, 4–6:30 p.m. Learn More

CELEBRATE THE 'HOLIDAYZ AT THE PARK'

See Great Park transformed into a winterscape featuring oversized lighted décor, music, a festive airplane, and a giant tree. The Artist Studios will transform into a pop up museum with festive selfie stations sure to delight visitors of all ages. Learn More

ADOPT A PET AT HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS

The Irvine Animal Care Center is hosting the 16th annual Home for the Holidays Pet Adoption Fair & Fundraiser Sunday, December 11, 10 a.m.–2 p.m., featuring local pet rescue groups and pet-related vendors. Learn More

SEND AN EMAIL TO SANTA

Santa is going digital this season and would love to hear from his friends! Kids can send an email to Santa through December 12. All messages will receive a reply with the help of Gus, the City of Irvine's official elf. Learn More

DROP-OFF TOYS FOR MILITARY FAMILIES

Make the season brighter for Irvine’s adopted Marine Battalion families by donating a new, unwrapped gift suitable for infants or children ages 12 and younger. The Irvine 2/11 Marine Adoption Committee will be on-site at the Irvine Civic Center December 4 and 10. Learn More

VIEW ART IN IRVINE

Art happens here! Opening December 9 is the Art at City Hall exhibition, Old Town Irvine. Visit the Great Park Gallery to view Beyond the Decorative, through December 31. Or, head over to the Irvine Fine Arts Center are their fall exhibitions, In This World and Infinite Timeline. Learn More

SUPPORT ANIMALS IN NEED THIS SEASON

Are you an animal lover looking to give back this season? Support the Irvine Animal Care Center's Holiday Donation Drive. Donations fund the center's Enhanced Care, Third Chance for Pets, and Foster Care programs. Learn More

TAKE NOTE OF CITY HOURS ON HOLIDAYS

City facilities — such as City Hall, Irvine Fine Arts Center, Great Park, and Irvine Animal Care Center — are closed or observing modified hours for the holidays. See a complete listing online. Learn More

SIGN UP FOR WINTER CAMPS & ACTIVITIES

Registration for winter activities, programs, and camps in Irvine is now open at yourirvine.org. Learn how to dance, spruce up your art skills, sign your children up for winter camps, and much more. Classes are available for all ages and interests. Learn More