Holidayz at the Park

December 7, 2024–December 29, 2024

'Tis the season for family fun and holiday cheer as the Great Park transforms into a winterscape of holiday-themed art, music, and lights. Visit the Palm Court Arts Complex to enjoy interactive displays and festive photo backdrops. 

Palm Court Light Display

Holidayz at the Park features an outdoor light display in the Palm Court, inviting guests to stroll and snap photos. The holiday decorations a larger-than-life airplane, paying tribute to the park’s military roots, playfully taken over by the Grinch. Drop in to see the lights and displays daily from dusk to 9 p.m. 

Holidayz Pop-Up at the Great Park Studios

Snap a selfie or a family photo at the Great Park Holidayz Pop-Up. Come explore our various winter themed backdrops as the Artist Studios is transformed into a pop up museum crafted to delight visitors of all ages. Holidayz Pop-Up is open Fridays from 5 to 9 p.m., and weekends from 1 to 8 p.m.

Illuminate Irvine

December 7: 3–8 p.m.
Great Park Palm Court Arts Complex
Ring in the season with winter-wonderland inspired activities and holiday music classics. The evening culminates with the lighting of the Holiday Tree and Palm Court Arts Complex. Guests are encouraged to donate a new, unwrapped gift for children up to age 12 to aid the Irvine 2/11 Marine Adoption Committee Holiday Toy Drive. Visit our website for interest in being a vendor, sponsor, or entertainer.

Holiday Market

December 7: 3–8 p.m.
December 8: 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Great Park Hangar 244

A festive, holiday artisan-focused shopping experience at the Great Park. The event will take place entirely indoors and feature a curated selection of vendors whose handmade offerings span jewelry, ceramics, folk-crafts, clothing, and more. 

Holiday Classes and Activities

Join us for holiday-themed classes for the whole family. Activities are held at the Great park, and fees and ages vary by program. Registration is required at yourirvine.org.