Join us this year for Irvine’s National Day of Prayer as we gather together in unity to pray for, encourage, and bless our city. Join us at the steps of Irvine City Hall for a special National Day of Prayer event. Open to the public, pastors, church-goers, and anyone who wants to pray. Join us for a simple yet powerful time of prayer and reflection for the health and prosperity of our city. The gathering will take place outside, so please bring water and any necessary items for outdoor comfort. Weather forecasts predict a beautiful day with temperatures in the low 70s, making it the perfect opportunity to gather and pray together!

This year’s theme is “Lift up the Word, Light up the World,” and comes from 2 Samuel 22:29-31, “For you are my lamp, O Lord, and my God lightens my darkness. For by You I can run against a troop, and by my God I can leap over a wall. This God—his way is perfect; the word of the Lord proves true; He is a shield for all those who take refuge in Him.”

What is the National Day of Prayer?

The National Day of Prayer is an annual observance held on the first Thursday of May, inviting people of all faiths to pray for the nation. It was created in 1952 by a joint resolution of the United States Congress and signed into law by President Harry S. Truman. The National Day of Prayer has great significance for us as a nation as it enables us to recall and to teach how our founding fathers sought the wisdom of God when faced with critical decisions. It stands as a call for us to humbly come before God, seeking His guidance for our leaders and His grace upon us as a people.

Irvine’s Vision for National Day of Prayer

Glorify God and unify public and personal prayer for America; to bless our nation, state, county, and city—its leaders and its people. 

This May 4, Celebrate community, connection, and clean air through the City of Irvine’s first-ever car-free Open Streets Event along 1.66 miles on Barranca Parkway and Harvard Avenue. Come enjoy a street fair atmosphere dedicated to getting you moving with food, music, and play areas for kids!

CicloIrvine will highlight the City’s commitment to community engagement, sustainability, and environmentally conscious means of travel with nearly two miles of City streets closed to cars and open for people to stroll, bike, and roll! Experience Irvine’s public spaces and local business in a new and reimagined way with live music, art, and engaging activities for all. 

Love Irvine has volunteered to assist with red light and intersection reinforcement, in partnership with the Irvine Police Department.

The event starts at 11 am and ends at 4 pm.

We need volunteers for the following shifts (minors are welcome if accompanied by a parent):

• Shift 1: 10:30 am to 1:30 pm (20 Volunteers Needed)

• Shift 2: 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm (20 Volunteers Needed)

This is a wonderful opportunity to get more involved with your community and bless the City of Irvine! All volunteers will receive a Love Irvine t-shirt! Additional event details will be provided as we get closer to the event. Sign up now!

The event offers a chance for neighbors to interact with each other and police personnel, as well as explore police vehicles and learn important crime prevention tips. Enjoy activites, games, and face painting as well as food, and photo opportunities and giveaways! Join the Irvine Police Department (IPD) and your community in this time together!

Join us for our 4th Annual City-Wide Serve Day!