Tree Lighting Ceremony & Candlelight Choir Processional
Early December

Enjoy traditional holiday music performed by Orange choirs and orchestra. Stroll around Plaza Park and enjoy food from non-profit organizations food booths.

LOCATION:
Plaza Park, Chapman Avenue and Glassell Street

INFORMATION:
Special Events Hotline @ 714-744-7278

Irvine Park Railroad's annual Christmas Train
November - December

Take an enchanting night ride through historic Irvine Regional Park to meet Santa Claus. The train departs from the brightly-lit train station and drop you off at Santa's Village. While waiting to meet Santa, you may purchase coffee, hot chocolate, freshly- popped popcorn and cookies from our Elf House Snack Bar to warm you up. A full kitchen menu is also available at the Train Station.

LOCATION:
Irvine Park Railroad
1 Irvine Park Road
Orange, CA 92869

INFORMATION:
(714) 997-3968

Silverado Children’s Center Annual Chili Cook-Off
March

Chili Cook-Off, Family Games & Prizes, Live Music, Vendor Expo, Food & Beverageses. Free Admission to Irvine Lake (additional fee for Chili Taster’s Kit)

Proceeds from this event go to Silverado Children's Center.

LOCATION:
Irvine Lake
4621 Santiago Canyon Rd
Orange, CA, 92676

Irvine Park Railroad Easter Eggstravaganza
April 2 - 23, 2011

The Easter bunny is coming to Irvine Park Railroad! On Saturday, April 2nd - Saturday, April 23rd, 2011. Children ages 2 - 12 can participate in an Easter egg hunt. Children can also meet the Easter bunny at a cost of $10.00 per family or group which includes a photo. Other activities: hay rides, moon bounce, cookie decorating, carnival games, and more. Face painting on weekend. Other attractions include Wheel Fun Rentals at Irvine Park bike and more. Visit Web site for coupons and complete details including hours and costs.

LOCATION:
1 Irvine Park Road
Orange, CA 92869

INFORMATION:
714-997-3968

Concerts in the Park
Summer

Pack your picnic baskets, relax, and enjoy fantastic FREE entertainment for all ages under the starry summer sky! Guests are encouraged to bring blankets or low lawn chairs and get ready for a great time!

LOCATION:
Hart Park Band Shell
located off the 22 Fwy. & Glassell St.

INFORMATION:
Call (714) 744-5599 for more information

International Street Fair
Labor Day Weekend

International foods, crafts, folk dancing and music. Many different ethnic foods and costume. The Street Fair has become known for the variety of food reflecting cuisine from around the world. They provide food, drink, entertainment and crafts to the visitors.

LOCATION:
Street Fair is located in a four-square block area radiating out from the center of the Orange Plaza, which is the intersection of Chapman and Glassell.

Irvine Park Railroad - Pumpkin Patch
Mid September through early November

Irvine Park Railroad’s 3rd annual pumpkin patch is fun for the entire family! The pumpkin patch opens daily September through November. Activities include train rides, hay rides, a haunted house, a hay maze, pony rides, a moon bounce, face painting (weekends only), picture stands, the Orange County Zoo, and a lot more. Admission into the pumpkin patch is free. Prices for all other activities vary. School and group discounts available.

LOCATION:
Irvine Park Railroad
1 Irvine Park Road, Orange

INFORMATION:
714-997-3968

Treats in the Streets
October

The streets surrounding the Old Towne Plaza are closed off to traffic and Old Towne merchants decorate their shops and hand out candy to trick-or-treaters. Live music, activities, food booths and community displays.

LOCATION:
Old Towne Orange Plaza Area

INFORMATION:
714-744-7267