Four activities to do in Irvine

Spring has sprung!

 

Easter Brunch at Hotel Irvine          

WHAT: Establish a new Easter tradition with your friends and family at Hotel Irvine. The outdoor Easter brunch in The Backyard offers an expansive buffet. Kids will enjoy the petting zoo, pictures with the Easter Bunny and egg hunts. Adults: $75. Children 5-12: $35.

WHERE: Hotel Irvine

WHEN: 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. April 21

INFORMATION: hotelirvine.com/easter


 

Watch migrating birds

WHAT: Every spring, millions of birds leave the tropical latitudes where they spend the winter, and head north. As they migrate via the Pacific Flyway, many stop and rest in California’s coastal estuaries, including Upper Newport Bay. Spot warblers, orioles, tanagers and many more at this early morning bird-watching adventure.

WHERE: Muth Interpretive Center

WHEN: 8 – 11 a.m. April 7

REGISTER: letsgooutside.org


 

Astronomy Night

WHAT: Join OC Parks staff and local astronomers as you learn to identify constellations and view stars and celestial bodies through a variety of high-powered telescopes. The Muth Interpretive Center also will host space-themed activities and crafts.

WHERE: Muth Interpretive Center

WHEN: 8 – 10 p.m. April 26

REGISTER: letsgooutside.org


 

Kidstock Music and Art Family Festival

WHAT: Deck the kids out in tie-dye, hop in the Volkswagen bus and head to Kidstock, Pretend City’s annual music and arts festival. This whimsical, family-friendly celebration will last 10 days and includes live musical performances, dancing and art classes.

WHERE: Pretend City, 29 Hubble

WHEN: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. daily, April 1–10

REGISTER: pretendcity.org


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