Holidayz at the Park
Visitors can take an evening walk through the outdoor light displays set up throughout the Palm Court. The display includes festive installations and photo opportunities, such as sitting inside Santa's sleigh. Holiday-themed classes and activities for the entire family are also hosted at the park.
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Plan Your Visit
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When
Hours
Daily from dusk to 9 p.m.
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Great Park
Going?
Location
Tips & Advice
- Visit after dusk, when the lights are on; the display is open daily until 9 p.m.
- Leave time to stroll the outdoor Palm Court displays and stop for a family photo in Santa’s sleigh.
- Register for holiday classes at yourirvine.org, as advance registration is required.
- Review class details before registering because fees and eligible ages vary by program.
- Dress for an evening outdoors so you can comfortably enjoy the light display.
Special Events & Promotions
- Illuminate Irvine on Saturday, December 5: winter activities, holiday shopping, live performances, and the lighting of the Holiday Tree and Palm Court Arts Complex.
- Holiday-themed family classes at the Great Park, with separate registration and fees that vary by program.
Links & Contact
Run by City of Irvine
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to do at the light display?
Stroll through the outdoor light displays in the Palm Court, take photos, and get a family picture in Santa's sleigh.
Do I need to book to see the lights?
No. You can just drop in to see the lights and displays any day after dark.
Are there holiday classes?
Yes. There are holiday-themed classes for the whole family at the Great Park. Fees and ages vary by program, and you need to register at yourirvine.org.
What is Illuminate Irvine?
It's a seasonal celebration on Saturday, December 5. It has winter activities, holiday shopping and live performances of seasonal classics, and ends with the lighting of the Holiday Tree and the Palm Court Arts Complex.
Can local businesses get involved?
Yes. Local businesses and organizations can apply to sponsor Illuminate Irvine through the City of Irvine.
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