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!
- Year: 2022
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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”
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Monday, April 4, 2022
Give your feedback on the future of the fairgrounds
The OC Fair & Event Center Board of Directors is seeking public comments on a draft three-year strategic plan to determine the future direction of the state-owned property. The Board … Continue reading “Give your feedback on the future of the fairgrounds”
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Friday, March 18, 2022
Heroes Hall Supervisor presented with Woman of Distinction award
Please join us in congratulating Heroes Hall Supervisor Carol Singleton, who was named one of the 2022 Women of Distinction, presented by Rep. Michelle Steel. Rep. Steel presented the 2022 … Continue reading “Heroes Hall Supervisor presented with Woman of Distinction award”
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Friday, March 11, 2022
Senator Min Awards Orange County Fairgrounds CEO Michele Richards 2022 Woman of the Year
(COSTA MESA, CA) — Senator Dave Min (D-Irvine) announced the 37th Senate District’s Woman of the Year honoree, Michele Richards. An Orange County resident, Richards serves as General Manager and … Continue reading “Senator Min Awards Orange County Fairgrounds CEO Michele Richards 2022 Woman of the Year”