Top Attractions in Irvine, CA

Museums, zoos, landmarks, and must-see attractions in Irvine, CA. The best spots for locals and visitors.

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Meet the Artist with Ms. Nicole

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 23, 6:00 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Pretend City Children's Museum · 29 Hubble, Irvine, CA 92618, Irvine, CA

Learn about a different artist each month and explore their artistic style through a hands-on activity led by our Art Studio Lead, Nicole. Times 11am & 2:30pm

Free

RESILIENCE: Licia Wise, Alexia Kutzner, Maria Elena Fuster, Sara DeSmet

Starting soon · Mon, Apr 13, 3:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Cypress College · 9200 Valley View St, Cypress, CA 90630, Cypress, CA

Answering the call to make art in tumultuous times, the works in this exhibition are by artists who are also art therapists. Using diverse media and processes, they engage creativity as a source and an expression of resilience in the face of potentially overwhelming change and uncertainty. The...

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We Read Wednesdays with Empowering Readers OC

In 2 days · Wed, Apr 15, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Pretend City Children's Museum · 29 Hubble, Irvine, CA 92618, Irvine, CA · Ages 55+

Pretend City Children’s Museum and Parentis Foundation are partnering for something truly magical at We Read Wednesdays, where Littles and Grans read together! Our wonderful Empowering Readers OC reading mentors are bringing the joy of storytelling into the playful world of Pretend City, where...

Jazz Festival

In 4 days · Fri, Apr 17, 3:00 PM–1:00 AM UTC · Fullerton College · Fullerton, CA

High School Jazz Bands, Combos, Vocal Jazz, Gospel Choirs, and A Cappella compete in the Annual Jazz Festival. A two day event with competitions beginning at 8:00 a.m. and continue through 6:00 p.m. in several venues all over campus.

Behind the Scenes Aquarium Tour

In 5 days · Sat, Apr 18, 9:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Ocean Institute · 24200 Dana Point Harbor Dr, Dana Point, CA 92629, Dana Point, CA

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HMOC Open House

In 6 days · Sun, Apr 19, 6:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Heritage Museum of Orange County · 3101 W Harvard St, Santa Ana, CA 92704, Santa Ana, CA

Join us for a day of Victorian fun at our first HMOC Open Houses of 2026! Enjoy fun Open House activities such as guided Docent and self led historic 1898 Kellogg House tours; Art at the Farm hands on immersive art workshop and Gospel Swamp Farm gardening lessons as well as demos from the OC...

Free

Jazz Small Groups

In 3 days · Fri, Apr 17, 3:00 AM–5:00 AM UTC · Cal State Fullerton · 800 N State College Blvd, Fullerton, CA 92831, Fullerton, CA

Jazz Small GroupsTuesday, March 17 at 8 PMThursday, March 26 at 8 PMThursday, April 16 at 8 PMTuesday, April 28 at 8 PMLocation: CPAC 119 FREE Please check this page prior to the event for postponement or cancelation information....

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Neurodivergent Family Night

Tomorrow · Wed, Apr 15, 12:00 AM–2:00 AM UTC · Pretend City Children's Museum · 29 Hubble, Irvine, CA 92618, Irvine, CA

Join us for a free evening where children and caretakers are invited to play in a sensory-friendly, neuro-affirming environment! We encourage the whole family to attend, and therapists can join as well. Neurodivergent Family Nights are held on the second Tuesday and fourth Thursday of each month...

Free

Elders – Arnoldo Vargas Exhibition

Starting soon · Mon, Apr 13, 3:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Cypress College · 9200 Valley View St, Cypress, CA 90630, Cypress, CA

The intent of the exhibit is to give image and voice to elders in contemporary society. At a time when elders are under attack it is imperative to honor those who have laid the foundation that we stand on today. The opening reception is February 25 and the exhibition closes April 16. This free...

Faculty Dance Concert

In 3 weeks · Sat, May 2, 2:30 AM–4:30 AM UTC · Fullerton College · 321 E Chapman Ave, Fullerton, CA 92832, Fullerton, CA

Our mission is to produce concert dance that introduces and promotes the diverse talents of our students here at Fullerton College. It is an honor to showcase the talents of our faculty choreographers, guest artists and student dancers.

Cooking in the City

In 3 days · Thu, Apr 16, 6:00 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Pretend City Children's Museum · 29 Hubble, Irvine, CA 92618, Irvine, CA

Join us in imaginative cooking with REAL tasty food from Lebanon. Cooking Activities: 11 am & 2:30 pm *This is not a cooking class; we will engage in imaginative play and have an opportunity to enjoy pre-made cooked food About the play partner: Leah Khoury is a CPA by day and author by night (and...

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Percussion Chamber Ensembles

Tomorrow · Wed, Apr 15, 3:00 AM–5:00 AM UTC · Cal State Fullerton · 800 N State College Blvd, Fullerton, CA 92831, Fullerton, CA

Percussion Chamber EnsemblesRay Llewellyn and Ken McGrath, directors Tuesday, April 14 at 8 PMMeng Concert Hall FREE Please check this page prior to the performance for cancellation or postponement information. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Box Office...

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MILA GOKHMAN: A RETROSPECTIVE

Starting soon · Mon, Apr 13, 3:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Cypress College · 9200 Valley View St, Cypress, CA 90630, Cypress, CA

Mila Gokhman creates abstract and floral collages of cut and pasted papers and leather that pulsate with life, joy, and movement. Born in Kyiv in 1934, the artist and designer moved to Southern California in 2000. In her ninth decade, her creative energies continue to flow and, as she says, “huge...

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Summer Camp 2026 Session 3

Jul 6 – Jul 10 · Ocean Institute · 24200 Dana Point Harbor Dr, Dana Point, CA 92629, Dana Point, CA · Ages 5–17

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The Rob Rio Band

Fri, Jun 12, 2:30 AM–4:30 AM UTC · The Muckenthaler Cultural Center · 1201 W Malvern Ave, Fullerton, CA 92833, Fullerton, CA

Rob Rio Band Known by some as the "Boss of the Boogie", pianoman/vocalist Rob Rio plays the boogie-woogie and jump blues of the 40's and 50's with a virtuosity and elan that has excited audiences around the world for more than 35 years.

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Spring Student Exhibitions | Group 5

Tomorrow · Tue, Apr 14, 6:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Cal State Fullerton · 800 N State College Blvd, Fullerton, CA 92831, Fullerton, CA

College of the Arts Galleries SPRING STUDENT EXHIBITIONS | GROUP 5Public Reception | April 29 from 4–6 PMExhibitions on view April 28–May 2 MELISSA KIMIllustration, MFAPaws and DrinksDuff Gallery This series explores companionship through the world of bartending. Together, these works...