The giant balloon that soars above the Orange County Great Park in Irvine has been giving rides for more than a decade, but it now has one new draw for visitors: there’s no admission fee. Originally a ...
IRVINE — The words “Rise Above Cancer” were prominent on one side of the giant orange Great Park Balloon on Monday morning. On the other side, it read “Hope” in big letters. There were good vibes all ...
Rising operating costs and a global shortage of helium are putting the squeeze on the giant orange balloon that’s become a symbol of the Orange County Great Park. If Irvine officials don’t find ...