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The Irvine Global Village Festival returns to the Great Park Saturday, October 5, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. This vibrant celebration of cultures offers a variety of interactive, family-friendly experiences for the community.
Explore a Tapestry of Traditions: Guests can enjoy the rich diversity of Irvine’s community by savoring mouthwatering cuisine from around the globe and strolling through the bustling Global Marketplace, filled with unique handcrafted treasures from local Irvine artisan vendors and junior entrepreneurs.
Family Fun for All Ages: Families can play together and unleash their creativity at the expanded Kids Village, featuring engaging crafts and activities. Guests of all ages can explore art exhibitions, cultural displays, and live performances showcasing global music and dance.
A World of Play: In honor of the Olympics, the Irvine Global Village Festival will celebrate the spirit of international competition with a fun-for-all-ages, interactive journey through hands-on participation at the Sports & Games Arena — fostering appreciation for the cultural diversity in Irvine.
“This festival is a vibrant celebration of our City’s rich, cultural diversity, brought to life through food, art, and performances,” said Mayor Farrah N. Khan. “This year, I’m thrilled that we’re incorporating the spirit of global unity that we saw in the Olympic Games with the new Sports & Games Arena, where everyone can experience the unifying power of play from around the world.”
Learn about this year’s exhibitors, restaurants, Global Marketplace vendors, entertainment, and more at irvinefestival.org.
Admission and general parking are free; priority parking closer to the festival site will be available for $10 on-site (cash only). Great Park is located at 8000 Great Park Blvd., Irvine.
