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. This recognition marks the 10th consecutive year the City has been ranked in the top 10.
The City of Irvine, with the Irvine 2/11 Marine Adoption Committee, is hosting the annual Field of Valor event July 1–13 at the Irvine Civic Center Lawn. The community is invited to honor veterans, active duty, or fallen service members by sponsoring a flag or visiting the flag display.
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 California Office of the State Fire Marshal has released its 2025 Fire Hazard Severity Zone maps for the state of California, including Irvine. Community feedback is encouraged to help ensure the map is as accurate and informed as possible.
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.
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.