Weekend Activities

Child-sized interconnected city with Trader Joe's, auto shop, doctor's office, library, beach BBQ, yoga studio, and stage. Kids earn 'paychecks' for completing jobs.

Interactive STEM exhibits, hands-on experiments, and science demonstrations. Great for curious minds of all ages.

Rides, go-karts (height req.), laser tag, mini-golf, arcade, and bumper boats. Several rides for kids 3+.

Seasonal u-pick produce, wagon rides, farm animals petting zoo, strawberry tours in spring, pumpkin patch in fall. Great for toddlers and young kids.

300-acre coastal freshwater marsh with 12 miles of trails and 200+ bird species. Free entry. Peaceful escape in the heart of Irvine.

Small, family-friendly zoo inside Irvine Regional Park. Features native California animals, a Storytime Area, and educational programs.

1/3 scale train rides through the park. Also offers horseback riding (5+), biking, hiking, paddleboats, and pony rides.

Supervised messy play area where kids can build structures, play in mud, and explore. Unique hands-on outdoor experience.

Massive park with carousel, balloon ride, art galleries, sports fields, farmers market, and seasonal events. Free entry.

Rent surreys, bikes, and pedal boats to explore Irvine Regional Park as a family.

Trail rides through Irvine Regional Park. 1-hour and 2-hour rides available for parties of 2+.

Family Art Time (6+), Artists in Training (3.5-5), and Parent & Me (3-5) classes in ceramics, drawing, painting, and mixed media.

Parent & me weekly class exposing children to Spanish through music, play, and fun.

Giant Ferris wheel, carousel, seasonal events (ice rink in winter, movies in summer), 130+ stores, dining. Great for family outings.

Diverse Asian dining and shopping center. Authentic cuisine from Japanese, Chinese, Korean, Taiwanese restaurants. Great for adventurous family meals.

Weekly newsletter and online calendar listing free and paid family events, activities, and seasonal happenings throughout Irvine.