Media coverage
Here is a selection of recent coverage featuring OC Fair & Event Center in Costa Mesa, California:
April 17, 2026
New 2026 OC Fair tickets and deals revealed: What to know
NBC 4
The OC Fair returns to Costa Mesa July 17 through Aug. 16 with some new ticket options for fairgoers.
April 16, 2026
Imaginology Inspires Young Minds at OC Fairgrounds
nationaltoday.com
Annual festival brings STEAM learning to life through interactive exhibits and hands-on activities.
April 15, 2026
Imaginology attracts young scientists, artists and explorers with weekend of hands-on fun
Daily Pilot
Children from throughout Southern California made Costa Mesa’s county fairgrounds a destination for learning, creativity and play.
April 11, 2026
Children are discovering, learning at Imaginology, the OC Fair & Event Center’s free family festival
OC Register
The OC Fair & Event Center’s annual two-day Imaginology family festival supports STEAM education.
April 10, 2026
Igniting the Spark: A Celebration of All Things STEAM at OC Fair’s Imaginology
cultureoc.com
Innovative displays of engineering, science, math and more take center stage this weekend during the free youth fair.
April 9, 2026
Explore and learn at Imaginology this weekend at OC Fair
OC Register
Imagination, creativity and experimentation will all be cultivated at the OC Fair & Event Center’s upcoming Imaginology.
April 8, 2026
Top Things to Do in O.C.: April 8th through 14th
Orange Coast Magazine
American Ballet Theatre’s “Sylvia”, Imaginology, plus more things to do in O.C. this week.
April 1, 2026
OC Japan Fair: a festival of tradition with a pop culture twist
Daily Pilot
More than 60,000 people are expected to attend the 18th Annual OC Japan Fair at OC Fair & Event Center.
March 31, 2026
Horse shows, Discovery Days added at the OC Fair’s equestrian center The Ranch
OC Register
In the last few years, the state-owned fairgrounds has expanded public programs at the 7-acre equestrian center on the northeastern corner of its Costa Mesa campus.
March 30, 2026
The OC Japan Fair, Teen Beat Live And A Tribute To Legendary Director Richard Fleischer
LA Weekly
The 18th Annual OC Japan Fair & Freedom LA Music Festival will take place at the OC Fair & Event Center starting Friday, April 3.
March 27, 2026
Real estate news: Tiny home expo coming to OC fairgrounds in April
OC Register
Attendees can tour 70 tiny homes (on wheels and fixed), plus accessory dwelling units and custom van conversions.
March 18, 2026
Orange County Fairgrounds Farmers Market Thursday March 19 2026
southocbeaches.com
Farmers sell fruits, nuts and vegetables directly to the public.
March 18, 2026
Winter Fest 2025 Wraps Up a Decade of Holiday Magic at the Orange County Fairgrounds
carnivalwarehouse.com
Winter Fest closed out the year with a family-friendly New Year’s Eve celebration on December 31.
March 12, 2026
Orange County Fairgrounds Farmers Market Thursday March 12 2026
southocbeaches.com
Orange County Fairgrounds Farmers Market is a California-certified farmers’ market.
March 9, 2026
OC Fair’s weekly Farmers Market provides affordable options for OCC students
coastreportonline.com
OC Fair’s Farmers Market runs every Thursday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Lot D and has a variety of certified companies selling high-quality goods.
Feb. 26, 2026
From disorganized to dominant: Int’l Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Federation’s Costa Mesa Winter Open packs the mat
Daily Pilot
This year’s tournament takes place Saturday and Sunday in the Hangar at the OC Fair & Event Center in Costa Mesa.
Feb. 24, 2026
Overland Expo SoCal 2026 Returns to Costa Mesa
shop-eat-surf-outdoor.com
Overland Expo SoCal will host over 400 exhibitors, featuring the industry’s top brands and latest innovations.
Feb. 18, 2026
Take Five: From Ferris wheels to forward thinking, James Canfield and the magic of the OC Fair
stunewsnewport.com
Stu News caught up with Canfield to gather some insights into what he loves about the Fair and its legacy as the winner of over 20 first place honors by the Western Fairs Association.
Feb. 18, 2026
Orange County Fairgrounds Farmers Market Thursday February 19 2026
southocbeaches.com
The Farmers Market is from 9:00am to 1:00pm rain or shine!
Jan. 31, 2026
16 free fun things to do in February in Southern California
OC Register
Bring the kids or just your own curiosity to the Centennial Farm at the OC Fair & Event Center for Discovery Days.
Jan. 17, 2026
Choose your own kind of fun at the 2026 O.C. Fair, where ‘Your Adventure Awaits’
Daily Pilot
Now in its 136th year, the annual extravaganza will make its grand return to the Costa Mesa fairgrounds on July 17 and run through Aug. 16.
Jan. 15, 2026
Orange County Fairgrounds Farmers Market Thursday January 15 2026
southocbeaches.com
The Farmers Market is from 9:00am to 1:00pm Rain or Shine!
Jan. 14, 2026
Summer just called: Orange County Fair’s 2026 theme has been unveiled
NBC 4
The month-long Costa Mesa extravaganza is putting an adventuresome foot forward.
Jan. 14, 2026
OC Pathways Showcase returns to unite industry leaders with future workforce
OCDE Newsroom
The OC Pathways Showcase on Feb. 25 at the OC Fair & Event Center, will feature hands-on exhibits representing 58 career technical education pathways.
Jan. 12, 2026
OC Fair & Event Center – Alison Krauss & Union Station Featuring Jerry Douglas: Arcadia Tour
coastreportonline.com
Concert set for Aug. 29 in Pacific Amphitheatre.
Jan. 7, 2026
Orange County Fairgrounds Farmers Market Thursday January 8 2026
southocbeaches.com
Farmers sell fruits, nuts and vegetables directly to the public.
Jan. 6, 2026
The recent heavy rains prompt extension of OC Winter Festival at fairgrounds
Daily Pilot
The festival will now continue through Sunday at the OC Fair and Event Center.
Jan. 6, 2026
OC Winter Festival to Add 4 Days to Run
mynewsla.com
The festival, which was scheduled to conclude Sunday, will reopen Thursday and continue through Sunday at the OC Fair and Event Center, 88 Fair Drive.
Jan. 3, 2026
Orange County Fairgrounds: Winter Fest Guide Saturday January 3 2026
southocbeaches.com
Winter Fest is runs through Sunday January 4 2026.