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Pretend City Children's Museum in Irvine is an interactive play space where visitors engage in role-playing activities across themed environments. The museum operates as an electronics-free zone, allowing children to explore pretend scenarios without digital devices or distractions. Guests experience hands-on exhibits and activities designed for early childhood learning through imaginative play. The museum is located at 29 Hubble in Irvine, California, near the 405 and 5 freeways. Free parking is available in the lot and behind the building. Infants up to 12 months receive free admission, and families with EBT or WIC cards qualify for reduced admission of $5 per person for up to four visitors. Current pricing and offers are listed at pretendcity.org.
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Hours: Wed – Sun 10am – 4pm
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5 reasons to go, each in the venue’s own words, with the date we checked it.
Nov 6 · 11:00 amEvent
Kids and grown-ups explore seasonal, nourishing foods together with Rady Children's Health in a hands-on experience. Families learn about nutrition through interactive play and discovery.
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“Food as Medicine with Rady Children's Health Dates: November 6, 2026 at 11:00 am”
Nov 10 · 5:00 pmEvent
Children and caretakers play in a sensory-friendly, neuro-affirming environment with dimmed lights and muted sounds. Staff provide noise-cancelling headphones, fidget toys, sunglasses, and weighted materials.
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“Neurodivergent Family Night Dates: November 10, 2026 at 5:00 pm”
Nov 13 · 10:00 amEvent
Parents and caregivers can complete free health screenings including developmental, dental, vision, and speech assessments. Local child development experts provide information and answer questions about child development.
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“November 13, 2026 at 10:00 am”
Nov 13 · 11:00 amEvent
Families celebrate World Kindness Day with A Trillion Skies, enjoying music and movement fun together. The whole family participates in this joyful, inclusive celebration.
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“World Kindness Day Dates: November 13, 2026 at 11:00 am”
Nov 14 · 11:00 amEvent
Kids explore hands-on vermicomposting with OC Waste & Recycling, learning how worms recycle food scraps into compost. Activities run 11am–2pm and are included with museum admission.
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“Dates: November 14, 2026 at 11:00 am”
“Infant to 12 Months FREE”
Reduced admission for EBT/WIC cardholders at Pretend City Children's Museum
“Pretend City Children's Museum provides reduced admission of $5.00 per person for up to four visitors presenting their EBT/WIC card.”
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Military & First Responder Discount
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Daily 11 a.m.–2 a.m.
8 miIrvine
Mon–Thu: 3:00 – 8:00 PM; Fri: 3:00 – 11:00 PM; Sat: 12:00 – 11:00 PM; Sun: 12:00 – 8:00 PM
Hours via Google Maps
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Monday 10AM-10PM, Tuesday 10AM-11PM, Wednesday 10AM-10PM, Thursday 10AM-10PM, Friday 10AM-12AM, Saturday 10AM-12AM, Sunday 10AM-10PM
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Irvine
Sun - Thur: 10am - 9pm, Fri - Sat: 10am - 10pm
8 miIrvine
Mon–Tue: Closed; Wed–Thu: 4:00 – 10:30 PM; Fri: 4:00 – 11:30 PM; Sat: 12:00 – 11:30 PM; Sun: 12:00 – 10:30 PM
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