GREAT PARK • OCTOBER 2023

Enjoy a Festive, Multicultural Celebration at the Irvine Global Village Festival.

Irvine Global Village Festival returns to the Great Park Saturday, October 14, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Discover Irvine’s rich, diverse community with events and activities designed for guests of all ages.

Irvine Global Village Festival is Orange County's premier, multicultural event. With live music performances, captivating cultural demonstrations, and an international array of delectable cuisine, it's an extraordinary opportunity to discover Irvine's vibrant community. Enjoy an immersive experience as you celebrate global cultures and create lasting memories.

Irvine Global Village Festival is Saturday, October 14, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. at the Great Park. Here are just a few featured highlights you can enjoy at this year's event:

• Catch live performances and art demonstrations.
• Savor global cuisines from gourmet vendors with entrees and treats from around the world.
• Children can explore the Kids Village which features bounce houses, kid-friendly concerts, a petting zoo, bubble station, games, crafts, and activities.
• Go shopping at the Global Marketplace and discover hand-made jewelry, housewares, ceramics, décor, and more.

For more information on the festival, including parking and directions, visit irvinefestival.org. 

Community Townhall Meeting: Irvine Great Park Library Feasibility & Feedback

Wednesday, October 25, 6 p.m.
Portola Springs Community Center

Join us at the Irvine Great Park Library Townhall for an engaging evening of community dialogue. Your input and ideas are crucial as we shape the vision and future of our new library — together, we can create a space that truly reflects the needs and aspirations of our vibrant community. 

Portola Springs Community Center is located at 900 Tomato Springs in Irvine. No advance registration is needed for this free event.

Click here to learn more about the current status and future of Irvine Libraries. 

Jack is Back! Visit the Great Park to see the return of Jack. Each October, the Balloon is transformed into a jack-o-lantern to celebrate the Halloween season. Enjoy a ride in the Balloon at the following times: Thursday–Friday Sessions, 10 a.m.–3. p.m. and 7–10 p.m. Saturday–Sunday Sessions, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. and 7–10 p.m. Balloon rides are weather permitting. Plan your visit at  yourgreatpark.org/balloon.

Community Events

Great Park is the site of many events hosted by various community groups and sports organizations. For a list of upcoming activities and more information on the hosting organization, please visit our Community Events page.

GREAT PARK DEVELOPMENT UPDATE

Project development updates are shared during Great Park Board meetings and on our development webpage. To view past or upcoming meetings, please click here. Find the most up-to-date development information at the Great Park development webpage here. This new webpage provides exciting new updates about the next chapter in the story of the Great Park, including an overview of the construction timeline and the many great amenities to come. To receive updates specifically related to development, please sign up here.

In 2022, the City of Irvine approved the Great Park Framework Plan to guide the next phase of development. The next phase draws on extensive community input to deliver an expanding array of new opportunities to secure the park’s place among the world’s greatest metropolitan parks. 

View an introductory video on this next phase of the Great Park here.

Questions about
Great Park Projects?

If you have questions about Great Park projects, drop us a line! Email your questions to greatpark@cityofirvine.org, and staff will respond with the latest information. If you are looking for information regarding demolition and construction at the Great Park, please call 949-724-6676.

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