Holiday Drive-In Movie Nights
Friday, November 20 - Sunday, December 27
Hang out with us (in your cars) for a holiday-themed drive-in movie night series!
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Black Friday
Friday, November 27
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Like most things in 2020, Black Friday will look a bit different this year at Irvine Spectrum Center. While we will not host our traditional midnight frenzy, you can still expect shopping deals along with surprise & delights beginning at 8am. 
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Candy Cane Challenge
Friday, November 27 - Thursday, December 24
Calling all scavenger hunt enthusiasts! Can you find all the candy canes at Irvine Spectrum Center? Grab a participation card from Guest Services, complete the quest, then get a sweet reward and be entered for a chance to win a prize!
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Nightly Tree Lighting Moments
Friday, November 27 - Sunday, January 3
Irvine Spectrum Center's beautifully-decorated 75-foot tree in Giant Wheel Court will come to life at night with a choreographed light show every 30 minutes beginning at 5pm. *Dates and times subject to change.

Holiday Photo Stations
In addition to multiple holiday photo stations placed throughout Irvine Spectrum Center, bring your family to the holiday tree in Giant Wheel Court and the lighted ornaments near Regal Theatres for complimentary photos Nov. 27-28 (4pm - 9pm), Nov. 29 (3pm - 8pm), Dec. 4-5 (4pm - 9pm), Dec. 6 (3pm - 8pm), Dec. 11-12 (4pm - 9pm), Dec. 13 (3pm - 8pm), Dec. 18-23 (4pm - 9pm), and Dec. 24 (2pm - 6pm). A digital copy of the photo will be emailed to you. *Dates and times subject to change.

Virtual Santa Experience
Friday, November 27 - Thursday, December 24
Irvine Spectrum Center is making this holiday season more memorable than ever! Delight your children and family with a personal virtual visit from Santa Claus. It’s safe, convenient, and fun! For $25, connect with Santa via a video call for a magical holiday experience. 
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Santa & Friends - Augmented Reality Experience
Friday, November 27 - Sunday, January 3
Keep an eye out for our NEW! Santa & Friends photo experiences throughout Irvine Spectrum Center to take fun photos with our augmented reality holiday characters, activated by QR codes. Locations include Palm Court near Old Navy, Theater courtyard, Olive Court near H&M.

12 Days of Giveaways
Tuesday, December 1 - Saturday, December 12
Follow @IrvineSpectrumCenter on Instagram to participate in the 12 Days of Giveaways program and enter for a chance to win amazing gifts!

Fashion Island Christmas Tree
Saturday, November 21 - Friday, January 1
While we will not host our traditional tree lighting ceremony this year, beginning Saturday, November 21, we invite guests to visit Fashion Island throughout the season to take in the sights and smells of our signature live 90-ft fir tree and, of course, take photos! 
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Black Friday
Friday, November 27
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Join us for Black Friday to shop the season's best promotions and check everyone off your list - no shipping delays here! In addition to in-store shopping, visit FashionIsland.com to see which stores offer shopping by appointments or curbside pickup. Plus, enjoy surprise & delights throughout the day. 
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Holiday Photo Stations
In addition to multiple holiday photo stations placed throughout Fashion Island, bring your family to the Christmas tree in the Neiman Marcus - Bloomingdale's Courtyard for complimentary photos Nov. 27-29 (3pm - 8pm), Dec. 4-6 (3pm - 8pm), Dec. 11-13 (3pm - 8pm), Dec. 18-23 (3pm - 8pm), and Dec. 24 (2pm - 6pm). A digital copy of the photo will be emailed to you. *Dates and times subject to change.
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Virtual Santa Experience
Friday, November 21 - Thursday, December 24
Fashion Island is making this holiday season more memorable than ever! Delight your children and family with a personal virtual visit from Santa Claus. It’s safe, convenient, and fun! For $25, connect with Santa via a video call for a magical holiday experience. 
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Santa & Friends - Augmented Reality Experience
Thursday, November 20 - Friday, January 1
Keep an eye out for our NEW! Santa & Friends photo experiences throughout Fashion Island to take fun photos with our augmented reality holiday characters, activated by QR codes. Locations include Neiman Marcus Courtyard, Atrium Lawn, and Nordstrom Courtyard.

CASA Toy Drive
Friday, November 27 - Friday, December 18
Share in the holiday spirit by donating an unwrapped toy or gift item for a child in the Orange County foster care system through Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA). Donations may be dropped off at the Guest Services Suite inside Atrium Court. 
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12 Days of Giveaways
Tuesday, December 1 - Saturday, December 12
Follow @FashionIsland on Instagram to participate in the 12 Days of Giveaways program and enter for a chance to win amazing gifts!

Menorah Lighting Display
Thursday, December 10 - Friday, December 18
Celebrate Hanukkah with a daily lighting of the menorah starting Thursday, December 10. The menorah will be located in the Atrium Garden Courtyard, near Dick's Sporting Goods and Wahoo's Fish Taco.
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Black Friday
Friday, November 27
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Our most favorite shopping day of the year! Join us for all the Black Friday deals you love and get all your holiday shopping done at The Market Place. 
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Holiday Trees & OH WHAT FUN! Photo Opportunity
Looking for a fun excursion to inspire holiday cheer? Take the family to visit all three of The Market Place's holiday trees, each decorated with its own unique decor! Locations include Mathis Brothers Courtyard, Edwards Courtyard, and California Pizza Kitchen Courtyard. Make sure to tag @TheMarketPlaceOC on Instagram - we want to see your smiling faces!

Santa & Friends - Augmented Reality Experience
Keep an eye out for our NEW! Santa & Friends photo experiences throughout The Market Place to take fun photos with our augmented reality holiday characters, activated by QR codes. Locations include Mathis Brothers Courtyard, Edwards Courtyard, and California Pizza Kitchen Courtyard.

12 Days of Giveaways
Tuesday, December 1 - Saturday, December 12
Follow @TheMarketPlaceOC on Instagram to participate in the 12 Days of Giveaways program and enter for a chance to win delicious prizes to The Market Place restaurants!

 Neighborhood Centers 

Santa & Friends - Augmented Reality Experience
Friday, November 27 - Sunday, January 3
Keep an eye out for our NEW! Santa & Friends photo experiences at Woodbridge Village Center and Woodbury Town Center to take fun photos with our augmented reality holiday characters, activated by QR codes. Find the sign with QR codes (hint, they say "scan for a holiday surprise!") in the following areas to activate the experience:

Woodbridge Village Center: in the courtyard near Grocery Outlet and Hide & Squeak Kids

Woodbury Town Center: in the courtyard near the play area and LA Fitness

Supporting Local Businesses this Holiday Season
#CommittedToCommunity
While we may not be able to visit our favorite local businesses in our usual fashion at this time, we can still show them some love during the holiday season. Here are some safety-forward ways you can support small, local businesses and remain #CommittedToCommunity.

Order food from restaurants offering takeout and/or delivery. +View Restaurants

Spread the word! Give your favorite local businesses a shoutout on social media and share with your friends on social media which restaurants are open in your area.

Gift-giving season means it's the perfect time to purchase gift cards for yourself, family, and friends from restaurants, fitness studios, spas, salons, and so much more.

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