10 happenings this September

Fiesta Latina en Irvine

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at the third annual Fiesta Latina en Irvine, a vibrant event featuring live music, dance performances, cultural exhibits and Latin cuisine. Great Park, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sept. 22, cityofirvine.org


Irvine Improv: Ryan Hamilton

Catch this comic known for his journey from rural Idaho to the New York comedy scene. His performances have been praised by Rolling Stone and The New York Times. Sept. 27-29, improv.com/irvine


‘Tchaikovsky Spectacular’

Take in Tchaikovsky’s passionate Violin Concerto, plus Rimsky-Korsakov’s “Capriccio Espagnol” by Pacific Symphony and Tchaikovsky’s “1812 Overture,” complete with a fireworks finale. Great Park Live, 8 p.m. Sept. 7, greatparklive.com


‘Laurel Canyon Retrospective’

This concert celebrates music from icons like Joni Mitchell, Frank Zappa, The Eagles and others who lived in the Laurel Canyon neighborhood from 1965 to 1975. L.A.’s Dustbowl Revival reimagines these classics with their unique instrumentation. Irvine Barclay Theatre, 8 p.m. Sept. 26, thebarclay.org


Pumpkin Patch

Head to Irvine Park Railroad for hayrides, carnival games and pumpkin picking from Sept. 14 to Oct. 31. Growers compete at the Great Pumpkin Weigh-Off on Sept. 21. irvineparkrailroad.com


Wilderness Access Day

Explore Wilderness Access Day at Saddleback Wilderness on self-guided hiking, biking and equestrian trails. Access is first-come, first-served until parking is full. 3066 Santiago Canyon Road, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Sept. 28, letsgooutside.org


Championship wrestling

The stars of West Coast Pro Wrestling and United Wrestling Network return to the Irvine Improv for “Bring The Pain,” featuring a variety of high-flying matches. 7:30 p.m. Sept. 24, improv.com


Pro soccer matches

The Orange County Soccer Club will host Rhode Island FC and Phoenix Rising FC at the Great Park. Championship Soccer Stadium, Sept. 14 and 25, orangecountysoccer.com


Toddlers & Tunes

Bring your little ones to Irvine Spectrum Center for a fun-filled event featuring complimentary rides on the Giant Wheel and carousel, an interactive DJ and more. Giant Wheel Lawn, 10 a.m.-noon, Sept. 3 and Oct. 1, irvinespectrumcenter.com


Silent Disco

Dance the night away to your favorite tunes and meet new people at Irvine Spectrum Center. Giant Wheel Lawn, 6-9 p.m. Sept. 28, irvinespectrumcenter.com

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