January 2019 events at OC Fair & Event Center
COSTA MESA (Dec. 27, 2018) – Events happening in January include Bride World and the SoCal World Guitar Show.
♦ Now through Jan. 6, Winter Fest OC
SoCal’s ultimate winter experience is returning, blowing in tons of family fun and date night charm. The fest will feature a winter wonderland of attractions, including a 150-foot ice tubing slide, snow play, ice skating, rides, nightly fireworks and more.
Hours: Open every day through Jan. 6; hours vary.
How much: Pricing varies depending on package and day; parking is $8.
More info: Visit winterfestoc.com
♦ Jan. 5, Bride World Expo
OC’s Bridal Super Show with up to 150 florists, photographers, DJs, wedding venues, photo booths, invitations, decor ideas, honeymoon packages, fashion shows, a gown sale and DIY seminars. Meet local experts and find amazing wedding planning values.
Hours: Saturday, Jan. 5, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
How much: $12 general admission; $6 active military with ID; free for children 12 and younger. Parking is $9.
More info: Visit brideworld.com
♦ Jan. 19-20, CHEERpros CA State Cheer & Dance Championships
School/youth rec cheer and all dance teams will compete on Jan. 19; all-star cheer teams compete on Jan. 20.
When: Saturday & Sunday, Jan. 19-20
More info: Visit cheerpros.com
♦ Jan. 26-27, SoCal World Guitar Show
International music swap meet where you can buy, sell and trade vintage, new, used and rare guitars, amps, effects and parts for mandolins, banjos, ukes and more. Meet dealers, collectors, buyers, retail stores, authors, manufacturers, builders and appraisers. Public may bring items to sell/trade.
Hours: Saturday, Jan. 26, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. , & Sunday, Jan. 27, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
How much: $20 general admission (children 11 years and younger are free if accompanied by an adult). Parking is $9.
More info: Visit amigoguitarshows.com/socal-summer
♦ Jan. 26-27, Crossroads of the West Gun Show
Two-day gun and western Americana show with guns, accessories, tactical gear, ammunition, safes, personal protection products and more.
Hours: Saturday, Jan. 26, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. & Sunday, Jan. 27, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
How much: $18 general admission; children 12 and younger are free when accompanied by a parent or guardian. Parking is $9.
More info: Visit crossroadsgunshows.com
Farm & garden classes in January
Centennial Farm is hosting four classes in January. Each class requires reservations at ocfair.com/gardenclasses.
Jan. 5 (10 a.m. & 2 p.m.) – Make It, Take It – DIY: Bath Fizzies & Scrubs
Jan. 12 (10 a.m.) – Edible Container Gardens
Jan. 19 (9:30 a.m.) – How to Graft Fruit Trees
Ongoing events
OC Market Place
Saturdays & Sundays, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
Admission is $2; free for kids 12 & younger. Located in Lot A
For more info, visit ocmarketplace.com
Certified Costa Mesa Farmers Market
Thursdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Free admission and parking
Located in Lot D
Open year-round
Centennial Farm
Open daily
Hours: Monday-Friday, 1-4 p.m.; Saturday-Sunday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Free admission and parking
Heroes Hall
Open Wednesday-Sunday
Hours: 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Free admission and parking
Please note the following upcoming closures:
Farmers Market will be closed Dec. 27 and Jan. 3. Centennial Farm will be closed Jan. 1. The farm will have extended winter hours on select days; visit ocfair.com/farm for hours. Heroes Hall will be closed Jan. 1.
A look ahead: Events coming up in February, March and April
· Feb. 8-10, UVSA Tet Festival
· Feb. 15-17, Pacific Coast Sportfishing Festival
· Feb. 20-22, Gem Faire
· Feb. 21 & April 4, Fight Club OC
· Feb. 22-24, 42nd annual OC Home & Garden Show
· Feb. 23-24, Goodwill Karate-Do Tournament
· Feb. 28-March 2, Orange County FIRST Robotics Competition
· March 2-3, Great Train Show
· March 8-10, Musink Tattoo Convention & Music Festival
· March 16-17, Classic Auto Show
· March 23-24, Crossroads of the West Gun Show
· March 28, Orange County’s Largest Mixer
· April 12-14, OC Fair’s Imaginology
· April 26-28, America’s Family Pet Expo