What’s Happening at OC Fairgrounds in May

Centennial Farm Discovery Days, May 1 Discovery Days at Centennial Farm are open to the public and are perfect for mom groups, homeschool groups, families and more. Visitors may participate in the following activities: Self-guided tours Radish seed planting Chick education Oxen demonstration Crops education See livestock animals When: Wednesday, May 1, 9 a.m. – noon Where: […]

OC Fair Board of Directors Declare March Women’s History Month!

COSTA MESA (March 29, 2024) – On March 28, the OC Fair & Event Center Board of Directors proudly proclaimed March as Women’s History Month, honoring the invaluable contributions of women across our nation. This special declaration was warmly received by Vikki Sheep, a dedicated lifelong Girl Scout and the esteemed CEO of Girl Scouts […]

OC Fair tickets on sale March 1 – advance purchase required for the best summer fest

Tickets for the annual OC Fair are going on sale March 1 at ocfair.com, with advance purchase required. The Every Day Passport will also be available offering fairgoers access any day with no restrictions. The 2024 Fair will run July 19-Aug. 18, open Wednesday through Sunday with controlled capacity. This year’s theme is “Always a Good […]

What’s happening at OC Fairgrounds in March

Centennial Farm Discovery Day, March 1 Discovery Days at Centennial Farm are open to the public and are perfect for mom groups, homeschool groups, families and more. Visitors may participate in the following activities: Self-guided tours Radish seed planting Chick education Oxen demonstration Crops education See livestock animals When: Friday, March 1, 9 a.m. – […]

Winners of the Diversity Art Competition

COSTA MESA (Feb. 24, 2024) – OC Fair & Event Center (OCFEC) has announced the winners of the Diversity Art Competition! The theme of the artwork will focus on celebrating the rich diversity of Orange County and the surrounding region. The winning artwork will be reproduced on a digital LED screen at The Hangar and […]

2024 OC Fair will run July 19-Aug. 18, theme is ‘Always a Good Time’

COSTA MESA (Jan. 26, 2024) – OC Fair has announced that “Always a Good Time” will be the theme of the 2024 festival that will run July 19-Aug. 18, celebrating summer, community and making memories.   Admission tickets will go on sale online in February. This will be the fourth year the Fair will use […]

What’s happening at OC Fairgrounds in February

Repticon, Feb. 3-4 Experience the animal kingdom and explore rows of reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates and more! Everything to support your hobby will be available: feeders, cages and other supplies. Join your friends and make new ones at a celebration of the reptile hobby in a family-friendly expo. When: Saturday & Sunday, Feb. 3-4 Schedule: Saturday, […]

What’s happening at OC Fairgrounds in January

Winter Fest OC, Through Jan. 7 Southern California’s largest Winter Fest returns! This year, we’re introducing an outdoor ice skating trail and a real snow play area, including snowball-throwing zones, sledding and a snow carousel for the little ones. Also, we’ve got an all-new holiday market featuring talented local artisans. Returning attractions include sliding down […]

Please help OC Fair & Event Center by taking a quick survey

Community input is important to us. If you have a few minutes to spare, please take this survey about the music and bands that play in The Hangar during the OC Fair. Thank you in advance for your feedback to help OC Fair & Event Center improve! Take the survey now!

What’s going on at the OC Fairgrounds in August

2023 OC Fair – Happy Together, through – Aug. 13 We are thrilled to welcome everyone back for the 2023 OC Fair, “Happy Together.” Get ready for 23 days of fun-filled live entertainment, exhibits, food, carnival rides, shopping and more! When: Through Aug. 13 Schedule: Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday: 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. Friday & Saturday: […]