Cottie Petrie-Norris recognizes 50 years of the OC Fair Commercial Wine Competition
Thank you to California State Assembly Member Cottie Petrie-Norris for recognizing the 50th anniversary of the OC Fair Commercial Wine Competition in the recent edition of her “Catching Up With […]
What’s happening at OC Fairgrounds in June
Discovery Day at the Farm, June 1 Discovery Days at Centennial Farm are open to the public and are perfect for parent groups, homeschool groups and more. Groups may participate […]
OC Fair 2026 competitions invite Southern Californians to showcase their talents
COSTA MESA (May 4, 2026) – From quilts to cut flowers, competitions at the OC Fair bring out the best in Southern California skill and creativity. Whether you’re confident your cheesecake is […]
What’s happening at OC Fairgrounds in May
OC Marathon, May 1 – 3 The Hoag OC Marathon Running Festival returns to the seaside streets of Orange County, California. The running festival showcases three days of events, including […]
What’s happening at OC Fairgrounds in April
OC Fair’s Imaginology, April 11-12 Each April, OC Fair & Event Center transforms into Imaginology, a free family event produced by OC Fair staff that focuses on STEAM education and […]
Michael Searle becomes Chief Operating Officer at OC Fair & Event Center
Michael Searle has been chosen as OC Fair & Event Center’s new Chief Operating Officer to lead fair production, security, event operations, facility operations, planning & production and food & […]
Step inside a bubble, invent something, meet a llama: It’s Imaginology 2026!
Get ready for two high-energy days where imagination takes the lead and learning feels like play. Imaginology returns Saturday and Sunday, April 11–12, transforming OC Fair & Event Center into […]
What’s happening at OC Fairgrounds in March
Pacific Coast Sportfishing Show, March 5 – 8 Southern California’s largest fishing tackle, boat, travel and outdoors show returns for its 16th year. Explore eight halls and 250,000 square feet […]
OC Fair & Event Center wins 22 industry awards from Western Fairs Association
COSTA MESA (Feb. 12, 2026) – OC Fair & Event Center (OCFEC) earned 22 Achievement Awards from Western Fairs Association, including 21 first-place honors. The annual program recognizes innovation and […]
What’s happening at OC Fairgrounds in February
Discovery Day at the Farm, Feb. 4 Discovery Days at Centennial Farm are open to the public and are perfect for parent groups, homeschool groups and more. Groups may participate […]