The City of Irvine hosts events to support and empower our thriving business community. These gatherings provide opportunities for business owners to connect, learn, and grow through collaboration and access to valuable resources. Explore our events to see how we can help your business thrive.
Upcoming Events
Start Smart: Launching Your Childcare Business
Monday, March 23 | 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Portola Springs Community Center
Join us for this hands-on workshop, presented in collaboration with the Orange County Inland Empire Small Business Development Center, designed to guide aspiring childcare providers through the key steps of launching a successful and compliant business. From licensing requirements to creating a nurturing environment and building a sustainable business model, this session will give you the knowledge and tools to take your first confident steps.
Disaster Preparedness Workshop for Small Businesses
Thursday, April 9 | 8:30–11 a.m.
Greater Irvine Chamber, 36 Executive Park, Suite 100
The Greater Irvine Chamber, in collaboration with the City of Irvine, will host a free Outsmart Disaster: Business Disaster Preparedness workshop.
This hands-on session will help business owners and managers prepare for emergencies, protect employees and assets, and maintain operations during disruptions. Participants will complete guided planning exercises and receive a Certificate of Completion.
Breaking Barriers: Streamlining Business in Irvine
Thursday, April 23 | 9–11 a.m.
Los Olivos Community Center
Interested in locating or growing your business in Irvine? Join City leaders and local experts for a forum on navigating regulatory processes, with practical insights into business licensing, planning, and permitting. Attendees will also learn about Irvine’s Navigator Program — a concierge-style, case-management service designed to move projects forward efficiently.
Small Business Capital and Growth Conference
Friday, June 5 | 8 a.m.–1 p.m.
Irvine Civic Center
Join us for the Small Business Capital and Growth Conference — Irvine and benefit from dynamic breakout sessions, one-on-one matchmaking opportunities, and exciting strategies to grow and scale your business.
Register for free or use code CityOfIrvine.