Things to do in Irvine with kids
2 attractions in Irvine • Updated May 2026
The best things to do in Irvine with kids, all in one place. Irvine is home to Great Park Balloon (OC Great Park) and a stack of children's museums for families, plus easy day trips across California. Below are 2 family things to do in Irvine with addresses, ticket info and age suitability. Use the search to find a specific name or filter by category.
Published May 2026. Editorial oversight by James Morgan. AI-assisted, human-edited. Our editorial standards
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Planning a family day out in Irvine
We currently cover two places to take the kids in Irvine, Great Park Balloon (OC Great Park) and Pretend City Children's Museum. Rise up to 400 feet in a tethered helium balloon for 360-degree views of Orange County.
A pint-sized city where kids run the grocery store, gas station, and more through play.
Great Park Balloon (OC Great Park) is pitched at all ages. Pretend City Children's Museum is pitched at best for ages 0-12.
2 attractions in Irvine
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Parks Gardens
Great Park Balloon (OC Great Park)
Irvine, California
Rise up to 400 feet in a tethered helium balloon for 360-degree views of Orange County.
Childrens Museums
Pretend City Children's Museum
Irvine, California
A pint-sized city where kids run the grocery store, gas station, and more through play.