If you are looking for an easy Sunday outing in North Irvine, the Certified Farmers Market at Stonegate Elementary is a great one to keep on your weekend list.
The market formerly known as the Great Park Farmers Market has relocated to Stonegate Elementary School at 100 Honors, Irvine, CA 92618. According to the City of Irvine, the move took effect November 10, 2024, and the market now operates every Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
This location is especially convenient for families in Stonegate, Portola Springs, Woodbury, Eastwood, Beacon Park, Rise Park, Novel Park, and the surrounding Great Park neighborhoods. It is close enough to become part of a regular Sunday rhythm: grab coffee, pick up fresh produce, stop by with the kids, and support local vendors before heading into the rest of the day.
The market is operated by My OC Certified Farmers Markets. Their Stonegate Elementary page confirms the new location at 100 Honors, Irvine, and lists the Sunday hours as 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The organization also notes that the Stonegate market is the former OC Great Park location.
What makes a certified farmers market different from a regular pop-up market is the focus on fresh, local, and seasonal goods. Depending on the week, shoppers can typically expect a mix of produce, artisan foods, baked goods, flowers, specialty items, prepared foods, and local vendors. Destination Irvine describes the market as a community-centered place to find locally sourced produce, artisanal goods, food trucks, and small-business offerings.
For families, this is the kind of outing that checks a lot of boxes. It is casual, outdoors, budget-friendly, and easy to fit into a Sunday. You do not have to make a full-day plan around it. You can stop by for 30 minutes, pick up fruit for the week, let the kids choose something from a vendor, grab lunch or a snack, and be home before the afternoon gets busy.
It is also a great way to support the local community. Farmers markets help connect residents with small businesses, local growers, and independent food vendors. Instead of doing every grocery run inside a traditional store, the market gives residents a chance to shop in a more personal, neighborhood-centered way.
For Portola Springs and North Irvine residents, the move to Stonegate Elementary may actually make the market feel even more local. The school is located in the heart of one of Irvine’s most family-oriented residential areas, making the market easy to access from nearby communities without having to drive across town.
A few quick tips: bring reusable bags, arrive earlier for the best selection, bring cash just in case some vendors prefer it, and check the market’s social media or My OC Certified Farmers Markets for vendor updates. Parking and crowds can vary by week, especially when the weather is nice.
Whether you are shopping for fresh produce, looking for a simple family outing, or just want to support local vendors, the Sunday Farmers Market at Stonegate is a great North Irvine weekend tradition to add to your routine.