What’s New Archive
We’ll take you behind the scenes, show you what’s going on and share the stories of our friends – those on two and four legs.
Want to see the new baby pigs? Care to check out the gut-wrenching new ride? Interested in who makes the best salsa in Orange County? This is the place for you!
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Friday, September 23, 2022
OC Fair named best fair/festival of 2022 by OC Register
From OC Register, Sept. 22, 2022 Best of Orange County 2022: Best fair/festival Still going strong after 130+ years, the OC Fair is one of the area’s most anticipated events … Continue reading “OC Fair named best fair/festival of 2022 by OC Register”
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Thursday, August 18, 2022
The 2022 OC Fair by the numbers
COSTA MESA – The 2022 OC Fair is a wrap and there were a whole lot of summer memories for fairgoers who wanted to “Feel the Sunshine,” the theme of … Continue reading “The 2022 OC Fair by the numbers”
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Friday, July 22, 2022
2022 OC Fair runs through Aug. 14 – What’s free with Fair admission?
OC Fair fans have been waiting all year for the return of summer’s best party – and they know how to get the best value out of their visit. Here … Continue reading “2022 OC Fair runs through Aug. 14 – What’s free with Fair admission?”
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Tuesday, June 28, 2022
State of the Fair report presented to Board of Directors
On June 23, the OC Fair Board reviewed a presentation from CEO Michele Richards on the mid-year state of the Fair. The report covered the agency’s budget process, our place … Continue reading “State of the Fair report presented to Board of Directors”
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Tuesday, June 21, 2022
New character, Sunny, heading to this year’s OC Fair
Today we held auditions for our new Foodie, and this was one of our favorites – we hired them on the spot! We thought it’d be the perfect way to … Continue reading “New character, Sunny, heading to this year’s OC Fair”
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Thursday, June 16, 2022
Learn all about OC Fair’s Commercial Wine Competition
The OC Fair Commercial Wine Competition is the largest California-only wine competition and is in its 46th year. Only the best winemakers and winery principles were invited to be … Continue reading “Learn all about OC Fair’s Commercial Wine Competition”
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Wednesday, April 20, 2022
Employees seeking terrific summer jobs are needed to put on the annual OC Fair
OC Fair & Event Center needs seasonal workers who are looking for great summer jobs and a fun way to earn money. The theme of this year’s Fair is “Feel … Continue reading “Employees seeking terrific summer jobs are needed to put on the annual OC Fair”
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Monday, April 11, 2022
Upcoming April events at OC Fair & Event Center
♦ Discovery Day at the Farm, April 14 & April 27 Discovery Days at Centennial Farm are open to the public and perfect for group visits. Docents are on hand … Continue reading “Upcoming April events at OC Fair & Event Center”
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Thursday, April 7, 2022
Imaginology is this weekend!
Imaginology returns in person this Saturday and Sunday, April 9-10! We’ve got a packed schedule of take-home crafts, science experiments, live performances by local entertainers, youth competitions and more. The … Continue reading “Imaginology is this weekend!”
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Tuesday, April 5, 2022
OC Fair Board updates mission, vision statements
As part of the Strategic Plan work the OC Fair Board of Directors voted to update OCFEC’s mission, vision, value and purpose statements: Mission: Creating equitable community access to agriculture, … Continue reading “OC Fair Board updates mission, vision statements”