The Staff Appreciation Picnic is an annual event hosted by the UC Irvine Staff Assembly to recognize and say THANKS to the staff for all they do for the UC Irvine community! This is about coming together, appreciating staff, and enjoying a meal. We welcome all staff from the UC Irvine Campus and UCI Health to join us for this special event.
Date: Thursday, August 14, 2025
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Location: Aldrich Park (Section 12)
RSVP
Please RSVP by August 7 to help us estimate attendance. While an RSVP is appreciated, it is not required to attend the event.
60th Anniversary of UC Irvine (1965-2025)
As part of the anniversary celebration, the event will include special touches to celebrate this historic milestone. Picnic attendees will receive a commemorative aluminum cup featuring the official 60th anniversary logo. The event will also include themed photo op backdrops, offering a fun and festive way to capture memories with colleagues and celebrate UCI’s legacy.
Event Details
Tables, chairs and umbrellas will be provided and set up by Signature Rental before the event start time. To ensure a smooth and safe experience for everyone, please do not bring pop-up canopies, generators, or BBQ grills.
Menu
One serving per staff member. Menu subject to change without notice.
- Pulled Chicken
- Chopped Beef Brisket
- Sausages
- Portobello Mushrooms (limited supply for vegetarians and vegans only)
- Southwest Chopped Salad
- Potato Salad
- BBQ Baked Beans
- Cornbread and Honey Butter
- Water
Parking
Parking information will be announced soon. Please check back for updates.
Shuttle Services
Campus-to-Campus Shuttles
Free shuttle service will be available between the UCI Medical Center in Orange and UC Irvine Campus. The shuttle schedule will be announced soon. Please check back for updates.
Zero Waste Event
The event is committed to being a Zero Waste event. Zero Waste allows us to minimize the material going into landfill and maximize the materials that are recycled and composted, leading to a lower carbon footprint and a cleaner environment. There will be Zero Waste stations using the three bin system: landfill, composting, and recycling.
To be sustainable, we encourage attendees to bring their reusable plates (no large to-go containers), utensils and beverage containers. There will be hydration stations for refilling water bottles and recyclable plates, utensils and cups available.
Volunteer Opportunities
The event is planned and led entirely by volunteer staff who donate their time to make it a memorable experience. If you are interested in volunteering for the event, please contact us at staffassembly@uci.edu.
Accessibility Accommodation – ADA
To request a reasonable accommodation for this event, please contact us at staffassembly@uci.edu at least one week prior to the event. We will make every effort to meet your accessibility needs.