Enhance Your Trip With These Popular Local Attractions
Before the conference sessions kick-off, or after our event wraps up be sure to take a moment to recharge and explore all the bonus fun Lake Forest & Irvine, California has to offer. From tranquil parks to premium shopping and entertainment galore, there's plenty to enjoy right around the corner.
Things To Do
Discover awesome leisure activities and outdoor adventures near Lake Forest & Irvine.
ENTERTAINMENT
Pirates Dinner Adventure
Diners enjoy dinner & a show with an 18th-century ship replica as the stage at this thrilling event.
Educational KIDS ACTIVITY
Pretend City Children's Museum
Set up as a pretend city, this kids' museum has a post office, cafe, farm & other interactive areas.
Go-Karts
K1 Speed Irvine
Chain of indoor racing centers featuring electric go-karting for all skill levels, plus food.
Botanical Garden
Niguel Botanical Preserve
18 acre public garden that demonstrates the horticultural use of Mediterranean plants to create beautiful, sustainable environments.
PUBLIC PARK
Great Park
Public space popular for a huge helium balloon tethered to the ground offering views from up high.
THEME PARK
Disneyland Park
Iconic amusement park featuring 8 themed "lands" with rides, shows & costumed characters.
Historical
Lake Forest Heritage Hill Historic Park
Petite park featuring heritage landscaping & guided tours of 4 restored buildings erected 1863-1908.
Aquatic Wildlife Viewing
Capt. Dave's Dana Point Dolphin & Whale Watching Safari
Year-round boat charter or public cruises with glass-sided viewing pods & educational talks.
Nearby Coast
Laguna Public Beach
A short drive away, Laguna Beach offers world-class galleries, soft sandy beaches, and iconic southern California coastal views.
Escape Room
Ghost Hunter by Escape Room Era
This is not a normal horror escape room. It's an immersive horror experience with live actors. You don't watch it. You're locked inside it.
Hiking & Biking
Whiting Ranch Wilderness Park
Sprawling park with canyons & rock formations plus 17 miles of hiking, biking & equestrian trails.
Waterpark
Wild Rivers Waterpark
More than 20 exhilarating water slides and attractions, from heart-racing thrill rides to a relaxing lazy river and a dynamic wave pool.
Shopping & Retail
Foothill Ranch Town Centre
A premier open-air destination featuring major retailers, a cinema, and diverse dining options just minutes from the venue.
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The Orchard at Lake Forest
Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere with boutique shops, specialized services, and local convenience stores for all conference needs.
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Irvine Spectrum Center
One of Southern California's most popular entertainment and lifestyle destinations, located just a short drive away.
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South Coast Plaza
South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa, California is the largest shopping mall in California and the 6th largest mall in the United States.