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    Great Park Live

    3.4 (34 reviews)
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    Katherine P.

    Great venue for an outdoor concert however trying to get out after the concert was ridiculous. Lots of grassy area to lay your blanket to listen to great music. Unfortunately the parking situation was the downside. How are they not prepared with thousands of cars leaving around the same time. We sat in our cars without moving not an inch for about 20 minutes and took us about an hour to get out of the parking lot. The people who were supposed to be directing traffic were useless. One plus side, with outdoor venues comes porta potties but these ones actually were clean and flushed. That's always a plus when there's cocktails for sale and that's what determines how much I was planning on drinking since we were gonna be there for hours.

    Eager for the concert!
    Tony J.

    Well, here we are at the August 16: OC Summer Slam - Flo Rida & Soldja Boi, bow Wow, & Pretty Ricky are the headliners. Family members went there early and to make our eating choices we went to each and every food truck ! And took a picture, and asked some of the employees which ones they preferred! We picked out two food trucks and I did reviews on them. The area was clean, I have to admit that they had the cleanest porta potties, everything there was nicely done. There were picnic tables and umbrellas, the grassy area inside was perfectly watered. They had a first aid center clearly visible with a very nice lady working at it. And also an information booth. Parking at the great park was convenient and they were plenty of officers there, but everybody was polite, having fun, dancing, etc.

    Tiffany C.

    Came to see the OC Summer Slam at Great Park Live. Parking was easy. I should have pre purchased because I would have saved $4. Paid $15 using Apple Pay for general parking in Lot 2. It was a little bit of a walk to the entrance but not too bad. Security at the entrance was pretty easy and we went in without a hitch. Plenty of food and drink booths, but definitely pricey as expected at these concerts. We had lawn seats so it was behind the blocked off seating area in front of the stage, but it actually wasn't too far and we had a good view of the stage and the large screens. Most people in the lawn area are standing, but there are folks sitting in the grass or on blankets. Further back in the lawn there are plenty of picnic tables to hang out or eat. A few have umbrellas but most do not. Bathrooms were dark with no lights but at least didn't smell too bad. Lines were long. The sound system was pretty good and overall fun performance but definitely not with any fancy lighting or stage props.

    Ivy C.

    Great Park Live is a great outdoor venue for outdoor concerts. Seating and audio was great, and parking was close so it wasn't too far of a walk. Though it wasn't very clear to see the singer/artist of a performance, it was nice to see they had a super clear big screen! That helped a lot. The only issue we had was getting in the wrong line outside at the entrance. They had a banner that said VIP and there was not a banner for General Admission or even Reserved Seating. People just had to randomly form a line. I think that could be fixed. Other than that, it was still a good outdoor concert experience. We were here for Christmas Throwdown!

    Lilian W.

    Great Park Live is located at the Irvine Great Park. I parked at Lot 1 and was able to walk there with ease. I came on a Sunday evening and they had something called "The Layover." There weren't a lot of people there, but it's family and pet friendly. There were bouncy houses for kids to play on and beer booths that serve drafted beer. No outside drinks and food allowed. The music made it feel festive. In the far end was a huge stage (unused but lite-up). I assume this is where concerts are held. The middle had plenty of tables and benches for sitting. Overall, there wasn't much to do there for the Layover, but it was nice visiting nonetheless.

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    Mark T.

    I've been here now a few times for concerts. It gets mixed reviews, so I thought I'd put my two cents in. I honestly think it's a great place to just relax and watch a concert. Theres been a good variety of concerts to attend, and if you keep your expectations in check you'll actually really enjoy it. It's not made for big name bands etc, it's also a little more than just a concerts in the park. There's plenty of food options, and the parking is great. To me, this works just fine until the permanent amphitheater opens around 2027. There's a kids play area and tons of covered benches for eating and hanging out. Super family friendly. It's very clean, very safe, and excellent service by all employees of the place. All in all, if you check out the calendar and find something you like, give it a shot, it's definitely going to be a good time.

    Matthew M.

    I came here for a concert. Im not gonna mention who was performing because i am a man. But upon entering i was greeted by Marryann. I cant say enough good things about her. I hope whoever reads this has the power to make her star shine even brighter!!!! If you dont do anything about it i will marry ann!!!!!!

    Tiffany B.

    Reviewing two events: This is the new concert venue that's outdoors. Taylor Nation Band -- They were great! Lots of fun and entertaining. If you enjoy Taylor Swift songs, you'll enjoy this show. That part the band and there's singer, was very enjoyable! Different food and dessert vendors available. Various booths selling different things. Portable potties were relatively clean with washing stations. Parking was extremely organized and easy. However---I like children, don't get me wrong. What I don't like is when they scream sing in my ear. Not just mine, but basically, everyone in front of them. First couple of songs, ok cute-- I get your excitement, but the entire night these kids were scream singing and their moms did absolutely nothing about it. We're all here to enjoy too?! A lot of people in front of us left, probably due to the excessive screaming. Global Cultural Festival-- Extremely diverse event with vendors offering all types of food, drinks, and desserts. There were lots of booths from various cultural groups with fun activities for kids and adults. Hourly performances from different performers and art forms. My favorite was the Latin band and Caribbean beats right after. It was wonderful seeing a community full of diversity. We're all different, but similar at the same time. We all share a common interest and that's to have a good time and appreciate each other's differences along with the beautiful things each culture offers.

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    Jenna I.

    This is the second time I have attended a concert here. It's a pretty decent venue. The security guards were doing an okay job keeping people out of the isles. They missed all the people hopping the fencing to the pit area, whatever. There was a variety of food choices. The bathroom line moved at an okay pace, but they need more bathrooms for the amount of people they had. Acoustics were good too. The worst part was getting out of the parking lot. They need more exits. It's a major safety issue of you had to get out in an emergency. There were gates they could have opened to make traffic get out quicker. People in trucks were off roading over sidewalks to get out. If I had had my truck, I would have too. What a nightmare!

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    JÅred C.

    Attended Summer of Loud at Great Park Live this past Saturday and I'm still buzzing from the experience! The venue itself is a hidden gem in Orange County, open air, great acoustics, plenty of space to move around, and seriously good vibes all night long. Every spot had a great view, but walking around during the show made it feel like a festival with a touch of class. What really put this experience over the top? The Great Park Balloon Ride just steps away from the venue! Floating 400 feet above the park at sunset gave us an absolutely stunning view of the concert, Irvine's skyline, and the surrounding OC landscape. It was like a pre-show bonus that turned the whole evening into something magical. The staff was friendly, everything was organized, and getting in and out was a breeze compared to other venues. Pro tip: get there early to take the balloon ride before the show starts, it's the perfect way to kick things off. Can't wait to come back for the next event. Great Park Live is officially my new favorite venue in SoCal.

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    Tina is the best! Friendly and great sales, loved Great Park Park. Would go back anytime.

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    Had such a fun time at the Great Park Live! Staff is extremely friendly and the events are always well put together!

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