Press Release

UB40, Steve Miller Band, Trevor Noah and Happy Together Tour to perform at Pacific Amphitheatre during the 2018 OC Fair


Costa Mesa, Calif. (Feb. 12, 2018) – The OC Fair has announced additional performances for the 2018 Toyota Summer Concert Series at the Pacific Amphitheatre, including UB40 and Freddie McGregor, Steve Miller Band and Peter Frampton, Trevor Noah, and The Happy Together Tour. Tickets for these shows go on sale at 10 a.m. on Feb. 17.

Trevor Noah
Saturday, July 14, 8:15 p.m.
Tickets start at $40

As the host of “The Daily Show” on Comedy Central since 2015, Trevor Noah is well-versed in political and news satire. His deadpan humor has drawn fans of all ages. He’s also a writer and producer, and released his first book, “Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood,” in 2016. His stand-up comedy tour will hit Pacific Amphitheatre’s stage with a hearty laugh on July 14.

The Happy Together Tour with The Turtles, Chuck Negron, Gary Puckett & The Union Gap, Mark Lindsay, The Association and The Cowsills
Sunday, July 15, 8 p.m.
Tickets start at $25

Go back in time with The Happy Together Tour on July 15, featuring The Turtles, whose hit single serves as the tour’s namesake, as well as Chuck Negron, formerly of Three Dog Night; Gary Puckett and the Union Gap; Mark Lindsay, former lead singer of Paul Revere & The Raiders; The Association; and The Cowsills.

UB40 featuring Ali, Astro & Mickey with special guest Freddie McGregor
Friday, Aug. 3, 7:30 p.m.
Tickets start at $35

Get your reggae on with UB40 on Aug. 3, featuring Ali, Astro & Mickey. UB40 is best known for hits like “Red Red Wine” and “Food for Thought.” Roots reggae singer Freddie McGregor will open the show.
 

Steve Miller Band / Peter Frampton
Sunday, Aug. 12, 6:30 p.m.
Tickets start at $52.50

Celebrating their 50th anniversary, Steve Miller Band and special guest Peter Frampton will close out the OC Fair on Aug. 12 with a classic rock night filled with well-known songs like “The Joker,” “Abracadabra” and “Jet Airliner.”

 

Tickets to these shows will go on sale Feb. 17 at 10 a.m. Tickets are available via Ticketmaster. More performances and action sports at the 2018 OC Fair will be announced in the coming weeks. Sign up for pre-sale emails at ocfair.com/newsletters.

Super Pass holders can purchase tickets to select Pacific Amphitheatre, The Hangar and Action Sports Arena performances at a two-for-one discount. The 2018 Super Pass is a season pass that includes admission to all 23 days of the OC Fair, as well as several exclusive discounts. To purchase, visit ocfair.com/superpass.

The 2018 OC Fair is July 13-Aug. 12, open Wednesday-Sunday.


OC Fair & Event Center in Costa Mesa is home to the annual OC Fair and Imaginology. Year-round attractions include Centennial Farm, Table of Dignity, Heroes Hall and Pacific Amphitheatre. Throughout the year, events ranging from recreation shows to cultural festivals are held at the Fairgrounds. For more information, visit ocfair.com.