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Street closure June 27

Street closures and permitted events for June 27 to July 3

Posted on June 28, 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. Friday, June  El Salvador...
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Street closures and permitted events for June 20-26

Posted on June 20, 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. Updates: Tuesday, June 25...
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Santa Ana City Council unanimously approves 2024-25 budget

Posted on June 19, 2024

The budget includes more funding for youth programs, roads, public safety, and investments in City facilities. SANTA ANA, Calif. – The Santa Ana City Council has unanimously approved the 2024-25 City budget, adding a range of new programs sought by the community while making long-term investments in City roads and public facilities. “This balanced budget...
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City of Santa Ana expands aquatics program with new scholarships and partnerships

Posted on June 14, 2024

Kaiser Permanente, American Red Cross and the USA Swimming Foundation are helping residents access more aquatics activities this summer. SANTA ANA, Calif. – The City of Santa Ana is thrilled to announce the expansion of its aquatics programs and new scholarship opportunities made possible by partnerships with Kaiser Permanente’s Operation Splash program, American Red Cross...
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Celebrate Fourth of July with fireworks and fun at Centennial Park

Posted on June 13, 2024

The City of Santa Ana is hosting the 12th annual Independence Day celebration on Thursday, July 4, 2024. SANTA ANA, Calif. – The City of Santa Ana is getting ready to celebrate the red, white and blue! This year’s annual Fourth of July Celebration will take place on Thursday, July 4, 2024, at Centennial Park,...
Street closures and permitted events for June 13-19

Street closures and permitted events for June 13-19

Posted on June 13, 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. Friday, June 14 Adams...
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Community gears up for summer movies, concerts at Santa Ana parks

Posted on June 5, 2024

Family-friendly movies and concerts will be showcased from June 7 to August 8, 2024, at rotating parks throughout Santa Ana. SANTA ANA, Calif. – The Santa Ana Summer in the Park series is back! Everyone is invited to grab their lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy the season with a variety of outdoor entertainment. All...
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Upcoming & current park sport fields closures through August 2, 2024

Posted on May 23, 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 sport fields...
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Santa Ana Juneteenth Picnic to be celebrated on June 22

Posted on May 23, 2024

SANTA ANA, Calif. – The City of Santa Ana’s 2024 Juneteenth celebration will bring an exciting picnic atmosphere with family-friendly activities, live entertainment, delicious food vendors and more as we celebrate this holiday marking the end of slavery in the United States. The Santa Ana Juneteenth Picnic will take place on Saturday, June 22, 2024,...
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Memorial Park pool mural can be preserved in aquatics center project

Posted on May 23, 2024

Construction documents released this week confirm the mural won’t need to be removed. SANTA ANA, Calif. – A historical mural located on a wall at Memorial Park pool can be preserved in place as part of a $25 million aquatics center project, according to preliminary construction documents provided to the City of Santa Ana this...
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City Hall closed, no street sweeping on Memorial Day

Posted on May 22, 2024

In observance of Memorial Day, Santa Ana City Hall, libraries, senior centers and community centers will be closed on Monday, May 27, 2024. There will be no street sweeping, and trash collection will be delayed by one day. See the street sweeping holiday schedule for all of 2024 here.
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Brew at the Zoo is coming to Santa Ana on June 8

Posted on May 21, 2024

This 21+ fundraiser features a curated list of breweries, live music and a commemorative tasting glass to benefit Zoo veterinary programs. SANTA ANA, Calif. – The Santa Ana Zoo’s annual fundraiser, Brew at the Zoo, will bring together beer enthusiasts and animal lovers for an unforgettable evening on Saturday, June 8. Tickets are now on...
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Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Agency gets ready for a Santa Ana summer with the newest edition of the CULTURA magazine

Posted on May 20, 2024

Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Agency (PRCSA) gets ready for a Santa Ana summer with the newest edition of the CULTURA magazine The summer 2024 edition of the award winning CULTURA: A Community Connection Guide is out now and not only includes the city’s upcoming programs and events, but highlights various successes celebrated last season....

Street closures and permitted events for May 2-8

Posted on May 2, 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. Saturday, May 4 Plaza...
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Street closures planned April 27 for Santa Ana Fun Run

Posted on April 24, 2024

The race is on, Santa Ana! Street closures will be in place for the Santa Ana Fun Run this Saturday, April 27, from 2 a.m. to 12 p.m., spanning from Flower to Bush streets and from 17th Street to Santa Ana Boulevard. Access will be open for those attending Día de los Niños, Día de...

Street closures and permitted events for April 18-24

Posted on April 18, 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. Update: Monday, April 22-May 31 one traffic lane only westbound on Segerstrom Avenue between Bristol and Flower Streets, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 20 one...
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Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Agency to offer three summer camps

Posted on April 16, 2024

With summer around the corner and the City of Santa Ana’s Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Agency (PRSCA) is gearing up to provide daily youth and teen summer programming. All camps run June 3 through August 9 and open for registration on Saturday, April 20. Guarantee your sport and register early for a summer camp...
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City breaks ground on George Upton All Access Park playground project

Posted on April 15, 2024

On Monday, April 15, 2024, the City of Santa Ana broke ground on the George Upton All Access Park project! In the next few months, the aging playground that was once located here will be replaced with an exciting new play area for children of all physical abilities. Located at Thornton Park, the George Upton...
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Street closures and permitted events for April 11-17

Posted on April 11, 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. Saturday, April 13 Due...

Street closures and permitted events for April 4-10

Posted on April 4, 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. UPDATES: An additional closure has been added for Ritchey Street, which will be closed 1-5 a.m. daily, Monday, April 8, through Friday, April 12, 2024.  The California...
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