- The list below includes 711 free or cheap things to do in or near Irvine, California, including 135 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Parks, Children's Museums and Bowling.
- From Bill Barber Community Park to Woodbridge Community Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Irvine and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Laguna Beach, Cerritos, Lakewood and Long Beach.
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Narrative-led escape rooms full of codes, locks, and keys puzzle riddle-lovers who strive to find a solution before time runs out
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The Bill Barber Community Park is a community park that includes a baseball stadium, a picnic shelter, a formal garden, batting cages, and lighted tennis courts. The park is 42-acres in size.
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Woodbridge Community Park is approximately 22 acres and has an amphitheater, a multi-use building, ample picnic areas, barbecues, fountains and restrooms. Their sports facilities include lighted basketball and volleyball courts.
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18712 University Drive, Irvine, CA 92612
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William R. Mason Regional Park offers a wide range of recreational amenities. These include baseball fields, bicycle trails, model sail boating, playground and tot lot, family picnic area, a fitness/par course and an amphitheater.
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Orange County Great Park has a carousel and a number of other attractions for children. A place to spend some time with the family.
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5 Riparian View, Irvine CA 92612, Irvine, CA 92612
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San Joaquin Wildlife Santuary spreads for 300 acres in the flood plains of the San Diego creek. With restrooms and plenty trails, this is a popular place for duck hunting.
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Anteater Recreation Center offers a wide range of recreational activities and sports. Patrons can participate in basketball, group exercises, gym, personal training, fitness, wellness, intramural sports and can take various classes.
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Exit Irvine Center Dr. at intersection of I-405, Irvine, CA
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Irvine, California is home to the Irvine Spectrum Center, a large shopping mall that includes massive holiday displays and an ice skating rink. The Spectrum Center is one of the most important retail hubs in Irvine and surrounding areas.
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As a discount theater, Woodbridge 5 offers two dollar tickets for movies playing on its second run. The concession stand serves refreshments and snacks, offering one free refill per drink.
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Located in UC Irvine's University Town Center plaza, Edwards University Cinema offers showings of independent films. They participate in the Regal Cinemas rewards program so guests can receive reward points for every purchase.
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Featuring exhibits and artists of the Impressionist Period, the Irvine Museum offers guided tours and educational field trips.It is open Tuesday through Saturday 11:00 am to 5:00 pm