From livestock competitions to everyone’s favorite races, what’s a county fair without a few goats and cows? Here are the main animal areas at the OC Fair. Most areas close by 10 p.m. so the animals can get their beauty rest.
Centennial Farm
Visit our three-acre year-round working farm, where a variety of livestock and crops will be on display to help educate the public on agriculture and the role it plays in our daily lives. Centennial Farm is located between Blue Gate and Heroes Hall.
MILKING DEMONSTRATIONS
Head to Millennium Barn during the OC Fair to see a cow milking demonstration at 2:15, 4:15 & 6:15 p.m.
OC BEEKEEPERS
Volunteers will be on hand daily to share information about bees and beekeeping. They will have a live beehive on display, along with an array of honey products for sale.
UCCE MASTER GARDENERS OF OC
Volunteers will be on hand to answer general gardening questions and share resources.
CALIFORNIA RARE FRUIT GROWERS CLUB
Members will be on hand to share general information and resources about rare & tropical fruit trees.
Livestock Area
Various 4-H and FFA livestock competitions and animal exhibits will be on display in the Livestock Area, which is near Yellow Gate.
JUNIOR LIVESTOCK AUCTION – SATURDAY, JULY 25
Participate in a live auction that supports the growth and education of young farmers. We are proud that the annual OC Fair Junior Livestock Auction supports 4-H and FFA agriculture education programs throughout Orange County.
Get more info at ocfair.com/junior-livestock-auction.
Animal Exhibits
- Llamas, Pygmy Goats and Boer Goats on Display, July 17 – 19
- Southern California Pygmy Goat Association Show, July 19
- Avian Bowl, July 22
- Market Livestock on Display – Beef, Hogs, Goats, Lambs and Rabbits, July 22 – 26
- California Avian Health Education Network, July 22 – 26
- Market Showmanship – Beef, Hog, Lamb and Goat, July 23
- Jr. Livestock Auction, July 25
- Market Master Showmanship, July 26
- Angora Goats, Breeding Sheep and Miniature Donkeys, July 29 – Aug. 2
- Barnyard Fashion Parade, Aug. 5
- Dairy Goats and Cattle, Aug. 5 – 9
- Tanaka Farms, Aug. 12 – 16
- Goat Milking Demonstrations, Aug. 12 – 16
- Golden West Game Breeders, Aug. 12 – 16
- Urban Chickens, Aug. 12 – 16
- Global Livestock, Aug. 12 – 16
- The Friesian Horse Club of Southern CA, Aug. 12 – 16
Livestock Competitions
Pygmy Goat Competition, July 17 – 18
Youth pygmy goat exhibitors showcase their animals.
Open Boer Goat Competition, July 17
Adult and youth Boer goat exhibitors showcase their animals.
Open & Youth Llama Competition, July 18 – 19
Adult and youth llama exhibitors showcase their animals.
Market Livestock Competition – Beef, Hog, Lamb and Goat, July 23
Orange County 4-H and FFA students showcase their animal projects.
Open Angora Goat Competition, July 29
Adult and youth Angora goat exhibitors showcase their animals.
Open Breeding Sheep Competition, July 30
Adult and youth breeding sheep exhibitors showcase their animals.
Open & Youth Miniature Donkey Competition, July 31 – Aug. 1
Adult and youth miniature donkey exhibitors showcase their animals.
Open Dairy Goat Competition, Aug. 7 – 8
Dairy goat exhibitors showcase their animals through various obstacles.
Open & Youth Rabbit Competition, Aug. 9
Adult and youth rabbit exhibitors showcase their animals.
Open & Youth Cavy Competition, Aug. 9
Adult and youth cavy exhibitors showcase their animals.
Livestock Awards
- Avian Bowl, Wednesday, July 22, at 5 p.m.
Youth showcase their poultry knowledge on competitive teams. - Market Awards Ceremony
Youth market livestock exhibitors are presented with awards for competing in competitions throughout the week.
Great American Petting Farm
Pet and feed goats, sheep, pigs and more in this fun petting zoo, which is located near Yellow Gate.
All-Alaskan Racing Pigs
Cheer on your favorite swine as these happy pigs race daily in Plaza Pacifica. Seating is first come, first served. Read more about the racing pigs!
Wednesdays, Thursdays & Fridays: 2, 3:30, 5, 6:30 & 8 p.m.
Saturdays & Sundays: 12:30, 2, 3:30, 5, 6:30 & 8 p.m.