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.
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Tuesday, June 30, 2020
Summer drive-in concert experience featuring The Fab Four headed to OC Fair & Event Center
OC Fair and Autosonic Concerts have announced a two-night summer drive-in concert experience featuring The Fab Four, a local favorite that pays tribute to The Beatles, on July 31 and … Continue reading “Summer drive-in concert experience featuring The Fab Four headed to OC Fair & Event Center”
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Friday, June 26, 2020
OC Fair Board issues solidarity proclamation in support of the Black Community
The OC Fair & Event Center Board of Directors unanimously issued a proclamation on June 25, 2020, in support of the Black Community and stands united against discrimination and committed … Continue reading “OC Fair Board issues solidarity proclamation in support of the Black Community”
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Friday, May 15, 2020
Gov. Newsom appoints Nicholas Kovacevich to OC Fair Board
SACRAMENTO (May 14, 2020) – Gov. Gavin Newsom has announced that Nicholas Kovacevich, 34, of Newport Beach, has been appointed to the 32nd District Agricultural Association, Orange County Fair Board … Continue reading “Gov. Newsom appoints Nicholas Kovacevich to OC Fair Board”
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Friday, May 1, 2020
Joan Hamill named Chief Business Development Officer
Joan Hamill was appointed Chief Business Development Officer May 1, 2020 to lead Communications & Guest Experience, Exhibits & Education, Entertainment, Event Sales & Services, Marketing & Creative Services and … Continue reading “Joan Hamill named Chief Business Development Officer”
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Monday, April 27, 2020
OC Fair Board cancels 2020 Fair due to pandemic
The OC Fair & Event Center Board of Directors voted unanimously today to cancel the 2020 OC Fair, one of the most anticipated and enduring summer celebrations in Southern California … Continue reading “OC Fair Board cancels 2020 Fair due to pandemic”
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Friday, April 17, 2020
OC Fair ticket booths on loan for marriage services
OC Fair ticket booths are helping love triumph during the pandemic. Three booths are on loan to the Orange County Clerk-Recorder Department so they can offer marriage licenses and civil … Continue reading “OC Fair ticket booths on loan for marriage services”
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Wednesday, April 15, 2020
OC Fair & Event Center Board of Directors schedules April 27 meeting
The OC Fair & Event Center Board of Directors has scheduled a meeting on April 27 to discuss whether or not to cancel the 2020 OC Fair amid coronavirus pandemic … Continue reading “OC Fair & Event Center Board of Directors schedules April 27 meeting”
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Friday, April 10, 2020
News about OC Fair & Event Center use for emergency relief during pandemic
OC Fair & Event Center leadership is in communication with state, county and city agencies regarding the use of the fairgrounds for emergency purposes during the coronavirus pandemic. We have … Continue reading “News about OC Fair & Event Center use for emergency relief during pandemic”
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Tuesday, April 7, 2020
Homebrew and Wine Competitions canceled
We are sad to announce the cancellation of our Homebrew and Wine Competitions slated to be part of the 2020 OC Fair. These competitions are important to our program and … Continue reading “Homebrew and Wine Competitions canceled”
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Thursday, April 2, 2020
A message from our CEO Michele Richards