The City of Irvine beckons residents and visitors alike to bask in the season's glow with its annual Summer in the City series. With a lineup that spans the sunny months of June, July, and August, there's a buffet of family-friendly activities on the agenda—from the crowd-pleasing Movies on the Lawn to the toe-tapping Summer Concerts and the Symphony in the Cities, all nestled in the green expanse of Great Park Live and Mike Ward Community Park — Woodbridge.

Movies on the Lawn is the quintessential summer experience, combining the magic of cinema with the great outdoors. Families are encouraged to roll out blankets, pop open a lawn chair, and munch on picnic treats or indulge in gourmet food trucks, which get the engines running by 6:30 P.M., as reported by the City of Irvine. With films starting at sunset, guests can catch titles like Elemental and Trolls Band Together, ensuring there's a flick for everyone, especially when they are weather permitting.

For music aficionados, Summer Concerts kick off at the civilized time of 5:30 P.M., offering an assortment of tunes that cater to diverse tastes. Guests can arrive with their picnic hampers loaded or if that's too much work, gourmet food trucks will be at their service once again.

And for a dose of culture under the night sky, the Symphony in the Cities caps off the summer soirée. Starting with pre-concert activities perfect for the kiddos at 5:30 P.M., the event crescendoes into a euphony of orchestral music by 7 P.M. The City of Irvine promises an evening packed with popular classics, pop tunes, and patriotic songs in what has become a treasured summer tradition for many.

All Summer in the City events are open to the public, completely gratis—no tickets or reservations required. Space is up for grabs on a first-come, first-served basis, so early birds get the best spot on the lawn. Don't forget to bring along those low-back chairs and layered clothing, because even California nights can get a tad chilly. Find all the revelry at 8000 Great Park Blvd, as the summers here are anything but idle.