Month: September 2009

Irvine Park Railroad Pumpkin Patch and Giveaway


















Happy Sunday! I still can’t get over the fact that is summer almost a thing of the past and that fall is here (it doesn’t feel that way with this weather), that is until this weekend. My family had the opportunity to visit the Irvine Park Railroad Pumpkin Patch this weekend and we had such a great time.

We are big fans of the Irvine Park Railroad and love their seasonal events! I have to say that the pumpkin patch is my absolute favorite event. Every single member of my family had fun this weekend. Admission to the pumpkin patch is free (you do however have to pay an admission fee to enter the park $3-$5, although we didn’t pay a fee because we arrived around 4pm). One of my favorite things about this pumpkin patch are the very reasonable price for pumpkins and activities. You can find a pumpkin to fit your budget, from $3 for a smaller pumpkin to $22 for a super duper large one.

It’s also the perfect place to take Halloween pictures and also spend quality time as a family. We stayed until closing and had such a good time. We went on a hay ride, walked through a giant hay maze, toured a haunted house, the kiddos took part in the John Deere tractor races and finally no visit is complete to Irvine Park without a train ride. We had so much fun and I promise that you will too. The best part is that admission to the pumpkin patch is free as well as touring the Haunted House, Hay Maze and dozens of cute picture stands. The patch also features carnival games, face painting and so much more!

The Irvine Park Railroad Pumpkin Patch runs from September 19th to November 1st. It’s open 7 days a week from 10am to 5pm on weekdays and 10am to 6pm on weekends. Pack a picnic and head down soon before the crowds arrive. I recommend heading there early in the day or late in the afternoon to avoid crowds.

Irvine Park Railroad has graciously offered a 15 pack of tickets for one lucky family to enjoy at the pumpkin patch. It’s a $60 value and sure to make your visit to the patch extra special. To enter all you have to do is leave a comment under this post. You have until next Saturday night to enter. Good luck and head to Irvine Park Railroad for a fantastic time.

Almost forgot, I extended the Zula Patrol giveaway until next Friday. You still have time to enter if you have not already done so!

Irvine Park Railroad
Irvine Park

1 Irvine Park Rd.

Orange, CA 92869

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Coastal Cleanup Day

Did you know that tomorrow is Coastal Cleanup Day? The California Coastal Commision invites you and your family to join them at one of dozens of locations throughout Southern California and help clean our local beaches.

There are two ways of participating. You can pre-register here or drop in at one of these locations in Orange County, Los Angeles County and San Diego County. The clean up will be from 9 am to noon. Waivers are required to participate. This is the perfect thing to do with older children and teenagers!

Shark Lagoon Nights are back & FREE at the Aquarium of the Pacific!

If you are looking for something to do with your family that is FREE and absolutely fun, look no further! The Aquarium of the Pacific is hosting Shark Lagoon Nights, every Friday night, from 6pm to 9pm.
The public is invited to get up close with the ocean’s ultimate predators at the Aquarium of the Pacific for FREE during Shark Lagoon Nights. Guests will have the opportunity to touch bamboo sharks and see large sharks such as sandtigers as well as rays in the Aquarium’s Shark Lagoon. There will also be live entertainment and fun for the entire family.
This is the perfect outing for a fun Friday night. For additional information head on over here.