Tuesday, December 9, 2025 (12:26 pm)

OC Fair & Event Center wins 13 international awards

The International Association of Fairs & Expositions (IAFE) honored OC Fair & Event Center (OCFEC) with 13 awards for achievements in 2025. IAFE represents fairs and expositions worldwide, and handed out the awards at its annual conference in Denver last week.

OCFEC received six first-place honors, one second-place award and six third-place accolades.

The first-place awards were for achievement in agriculture initiatives, educational programs, competitive exhibits, marketing/communications, year-round facility usage and sponsorship innovation.

“OC Fair & Event Center had an amazing showing at the IAFE awards and I am so proud of the team that works all year long to serve, educate and engage our community,” said James Canfield, OCFEC CEO. “This recognition is significant and showcases our achievements in agriculture and beyond.”

IAFE, based in Springfield, Missouri, is a nonprofit corporation, serving state, provincial, regional and county agricultural fairs, shows, exhibitions and expositions.