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Street closures and permitted events for October 24-30

Posted on October 24, 2024

Here are the locations of upcoming permitted events and road closures so you can plan accordingly. Please drive slowly and safely in construction zones and around crowded events. If a weather event occurs on the anticipated start date, the street closures for construction activity will be delayed until the weather clears. Thursday, October 24 Northgate...

Celebrate the Day of the Dead (Día de Los Muertos) with Parks and Recreation on November 1

Posted on October 17, 2024

The Santa Ana Parks, Recreation and Community Services Agency will remember and rejoice passed loved ones at the third annual Día de Los Muertos: Magic of the Alters event. Hosted at the Roosevelt-Walker Community Center (816 E. Chestnut Ave.) on Friday, November 1 from 5-7:30 p.m., this cultural celebration will honor the historic tradition of...

Orange County Soccer Club to offer residents discounted Fiesta de Fútbol tickets for October 19 game

Posted on October 16, 2024

The City of Santa Ana is proud to announce an expanded partnership with the Orange County Soccer Club (OCSC) through a “City of Santa Ana Fiesta de Fútbol Night” special event during the OCSC’s upcoming game on October 19, 2024, against New Mexico United. Discounted tickets are now available for Santa Ana residents to purchase....

Parks and Recreation hosting second annual Spooktacular Open House on October 19

Posted on October 8, 2024

In coordination with our Santa Ana Collaborative members, the Santa Ana Parks, Recreation and Community Services Agency hosts its second annual Spooktacular Open House on Saturday, October 19 from 2-5 p.m. at the Jerome Center. Celebrate the Halloween holiday as a community and learn about recreation classes and programs available year-round! In addition to providing...

Street closures and permitted events for September 26-October 2

Posted on September 26, 2024

Street closures and permitted events for September 19-25

Posted on September 19, 2024

Street closures and permitted events for September 12-18

Posted on September 12, 2024

Upcoming sports fields closures, Sept. 30 – Nov. 22

Posted on September 11, 2024

To effectively provide and sufficiently maintain City athletic fields, scheduled rotating field closures occur during the year for turf recovery, field maintenance, and overall improvements. Understanding that our valued sports organizations desire optimum use of City athletic fields, the City coordinates the schedule with the various sports leagues to minimize the impact. The sports fields...

Street closures and permitted events for September 5-11

Posted on September 5, 2024

New Park at 10th St. and Flower St.

Posted on September 4, 2024

The City of Santa Ana Public Works Parks Services Department is planning a new park on the southeast corner of 10th Street and Flower Street, just north of Civic Center Drive. The intent of this 1.4-acre neighborhood park is to provide the local community with access to open space, exercise, and recreation facilities. The components...

Street closures and permitted events for August 29- September 4

Posted on August 29, 2024

Street closures and permitted events for August 22-28

Posted on August 22, 2024

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West Nile virus detected in mosquitoes in Santa Ana

Posted on August 19, 2024

The Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control District has confirmed mosquito samples infected with West Nile virus (WNV) in Santa Ana, in an area bordered by Garden Grove Boulevard, the Santa Ana River, Trask Avenue and Fairview Street. OC Vector Control inspectors will be out in the area to check known sources of mosquito breeding...

Exercise program, Santa Ana Moves returns on September 3, 2024

Posted on August 19, 2024

The City of Santa Ana is excited to announce the return of the Santa Ana Moves program on September 3, 2024. Due to popular demand, the Parks and Recreation Agency will once again be opening the Santa Ana stadium for physical activities and pick-up games as part of the Santa Ana Moves program! Participants will...

Street closures and permitted events for August 15-21

Posted on August 15, 2024

Sports Fields reopened in Santa Ana Parks

Posted on August 15, 2024

We are thrilled to announce that the following City of Santa Ana Sports Fields have officially reopened, after completing essential turf maintenance! We cannot wait to welcome you back to enjoy the refreshed and revitalized space. Angels Community Park, 914 W. 3rd Street Adams Park, 2302 S. Raitt Street Centennial Park, 3000 W. Edinger Avenue...

Fiestas Patrias celebration at night with ferris wheel, crowd, and carnival games

44th annual Fiestas Patrias Festival and Parade will return to Downtown Santa Ana on September 14-15

Posted on August 14, 2024

SANTA ANA, Calif. – The City of Santa Ana will celebrate Mexican independence and commemorate Santa Ana’s vibrant Hispanic and Latino cultures at the 44th annual Fiestas Patrias festival and parade with a return to the Downtown Santa Ana historic district. The Fiestas Patrias festival will take place on Saturday, Sept. 14, from 12 to...

Street closures and permitted events for August 8-14

Posted on August 8, 2024

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Park sports fields closures through September 30, 2024

Posted on August 7, 2024

Santa Ana to celebrate Chicano Heritage Month with festival August 11, educational celebration August 29

Posted on August 5, 2024

SANTA ANA, Calif. – The City of Santa Ana is celebrating Chicano Heritage Month with music, art, culture and education at two amazing community events on Aug. 11 and Aug. 29. On Sunday, Aug. 11, the third annual Chicano Heritage Festival will feature family-friendly activities, live entertainment, a car cruise and show, food, exhibitors, and...