City of Irvine, CA
05/07/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 05/07/2026 14:11
City of Irvine Announces 2026 Public Works Week Celebration
News Release
City of Irvine
Public Information Office
1 Civic Center Plaza
Irvine, CA 92606
949-724-6029
05/07/2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
City of Irvine Announces 2026 Public Works Week Celebration
The City of Irvine invites community members of all ages to explore the essential services that keep the City running at the 2026 Public Works Week Celebration. The free event will take place Thursday, May 21, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Great Park in Hangar 244.
Hosted by the City of Irvine Public Works & Sustainability Department, the event offers a behind-the-scenes look at the vital role public works operations play in daily life. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet City staff, learn about upcoming projects, and gain insight into career pathways in public service.
Guests can get an up-close look at a variety of public works equipment, including dump trucks, street sweepers, tractors, and traffic control vehicles. Interactive exhibits and staff demonstrations will highlight how these services support a safe, sustainable, and thriving community.
Food will be available for purchase, and visitors can participate in activities to earn prizes and giveaways throughout the event.
This year's National Public Works Week theme, "Rooted in Service, Powered by Community," will be celebrated nationwide from May 17-23, recognizing the contributions of public works professionals.
See photos from last year's Public Works Week event(link is external).
No RSVP is required to attend, and parking and admission are free. The Great Park is located at 8000 Great Park Blvd.
For more information, visit cityofirvine.org/publicworksweek or call 949-724-7336.
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Since its incorporation in 1971, Irvine has become a nationally recognized city, with a population of 314,550 that spans 66 square miles and is recognized as one of America's safest and most successful master-planned urban communities. Top-rated educational institutions, an enterprising business atmosphere, sound environmental stewardship, and respect for diversity all contribute to Irvine's enviable quality of life. This family-friendly city features more than 16,000 acres of parks, sports fields and dedicated open space and is the home of the Great Park. For more information, please visit cityofirvine.org.
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