Los Angeles/ Fun & Entertainment
Published on December 04, 2019
Irvine to host 3 family-friendly holiday events this weekPhoto: Tim Mossholder/Unsplash

Looking for family-friendly events to keep the kids busy this week? 'Tis the season for holiday-related festivities; read on for details on three such events.

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Family Reindeer Games

From the event description:

'Tis the season for family fun and holiday cheer as the Orange County Great Park transforms into a winterscape featuring holiday-themed art, music, and decorations. This event will feature family-friendly festive lawn games and activities. All ages welcome.

When: Saturday, Dec. 7, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Where: 8000 Great Park Blvd.
Price: Free
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Holiday Tree Lighting

From the event description:

Celebrate the season as "snow" falls over the Irvine Civic Center and the community gathers for the Holiday Tree Lighting ceremony. This free event will include visits with Santa Claus, live holiday music, games, crafts and a winter-themed train route.

When: Saturday, Dec. 7, 4 p.m.
Where: 1 Civic Center Plaza, Irvine, CA 92606
Price: Free
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Home for the Holidays 2019

From the event description:

The City of Irvine Animal Care Center is hosting its 13th annual Home for the Holidays Pet Adoption Fair. More than 30 pet-rescue groups and animal shelters will bring about 500 homeless dogs, cats, rabbits and small animals for adoption. This event also features dozens of pet-related vendors, gourmet food trucks, a silent auction, low-cost microchipping and a drawing. Each animal available for adoption is spayed or neutered, microchipped and evaluated by a veterinarian. Cats and dogs are vaccinated appropriate to age.

When: Sunday, Dec. 8, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: 6443 Oak Canyon
Price: Suggested donations: $2 per person or $5 per family
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