Upcoming June events at OC Fair & Event Center
Costa Mesa, Calif. (May 26, 2022) –The month of June brings a packed schedule to the fairgrounds in anticipation for the upcoming OC Fair. The myriad eye-catching events offered this month range from Fight Club OC to the return of the 626 Night Market!
♦ Scottish Fest, May 28-29
Scottish Fest is Southern California’s largest Scottish, Celtic, American Festival. Experience two days of world-class Celtic music, piping and drumming competitions, Highland dancing contests, Scottish heavy athletics, Scottish gifts and foods, Scottish clans and genealogy, a fantastic children’s glen and so much more!
Hours: Saturday, May 28, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. & Sunday, May 29, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
How much: $30 general one-day admission, $26 seniors (62+), $5 for children 12 & younger, free for children 5 & younger, free for military and first responders. Parking is $10.
More info: Visit scottishfest.com
♦ Fight Club OC, June 2
Pro Boxing & MMA live. The most fun you can have on a Thursday night in the OC!
Hours: Thursday, June 2 – doors open at 6 p.m., first bout at 7 p.m.
Where on the fairgrounds: The Hangar
How much: $60-$200 tickets available via Fight Club OC. Parking is $10: enter at Gate 8.
More info: Visit Fight Club OC
♦ OC Fair’s Job Fair, June 4
We are NOW HIRING! Join us for a job fair to learn about the 1,500+ openings for ages 16 and up. We’ll be conducting walk-up interviews. Resumes recommended but not required. Bring family and friends who are looking for a fun summer job!
Hours: Saturday, June 4, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where on the fairgrounds: Lot F
How much: Free admission and parking; enter at Gate 4 off Arlington.
More info: RSVP today! RSVPs will be entered for a chance to win prizes. Must be present at event to claim prize. Apply ahead at ocfair.com/jobs
♦ SoCal World Guitar Show, June 4-5
International buy-sell-trade event for guitars, amplifiers and other musical gear. Vendors and buyers from across the country and around the world come to buy sell and trade with each other and public attendees. Public attendees may bring all the musical gear they can carry to sell, trade or have appraised.
When: Saturday, June 4, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, June 5, 10 a.m-4 p.m.
Where on the fairgrounds: The Hangar
How much: $20 general admission; free for children 11 and younger. Parking is $10.
More info: Visit Amigo SoCal
♦ Costa Mesa Speedway: Harley Night, June 4
Harley Night #1 / Speedway / Sidecars
When: Saturday, June 4 – gates open at 5:30 p.m. / Qualifying 6 p.m. / First Race 7:30 p.m.
Where on the fairgrounds: OC Fair & Event Center – Action Sports Arena
How much: $20 general admission; $10 for kids ages 3-12; free for kids 2 and younger. Parking is $10.
More info: Visit Costa Mesa Speedway
♦ The Classic – Volkswagen and Porsche Car Show, June 5
The Classic is a Volkswagen and Porsche Car Show and display. The Classic will have new part vendors displaying and selling their products from the VW and lifestyle industry, and will feature a large swap meet area for selling used VW automotive-related items.
Raffle tickets available for purchase to win prizes from leading vendors.
When: Sunday, June 5, 6:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
How much: $20 general admission, $10 for children ages 6-12. Spectator parking is $10. Prices for participation: $25 show car and driver; $40 swap meet space and driver; $50 swap meet space and driver with truck & trailer; $100 new parts vendor.
More info: Visit bugorama.com/event/empitheclassic2022/
♦ Michelada Throwdown, June 11
Join the creators of the Original O.C. Swap Meet as they bring you SoCal’s best Michelada mixes, a car exhibition, food, games and live music!
When: Saturday, June 11, 2-7 p.m.
Where on the fairgrounds: Lot D
How much: $20 general admission; $10 for designated driver and 20 & younger. Parking is $10.
More info: Buy tickets on eventbrite; get details at instagram.com/micheladathrowdown
♦ Costa Mesa Speedway, June 11
The most exciting, colorful and unpredictable live action racing event in the nation. Costa Mesa Speedway has put fans right on top of all the action from the comfort of Arena style grandstand seating since 1969. Suitable for the whole family.
When: Saturday, June 11 – gates open at 5:30 p.m. / Qualifying 6 p.m. / First Race 7:30 p.m.
Where on the fairgrounds: Action Sports Arena
How much: $20 general admission; $10 for kids ages 3-12; free for kids 2 and younger. Parking is $10.
More info: Visit Costa Mesa Speedway
♦ The Original O.C. Swap Meet, June 12
This event was created to provide a space for local small businesses and the community to come together in an outdoor setting. The swap meet showcases products and goods for all to buy and enjoy.
Hours: Sunday, June 12, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Where on the fairgrounds: Lot D
How much: Free admission. Parking is $10.
More info: Check instagram.com/ogocswapmeet, email ogswapmeet@gmail.com or call (949) 302-0355
♦ 626 Night Market OC, June 17-19
626 Night Market is back! The festival features 200+ food, merchandise, crafts, arts, games, music and entertainment attractions in an epic event that appeals to all ages.
Hours: Friday, 4-11 p.m.; Saturday & Sunday, 1-11 p.m.
Where on the fairgrounds: OC Promenade, Lot G and Lot I
How much: $5 admission plus fees; free for children 3 and younger. Parking is $10. Most vendors accept cash only; ATMs are available.
More info: Visit 626nightmarket.com/tickets-oc
♦ Repticon, June 18-19
Repticon Los Angeles is a reptile event featuring vendors offering reptile pets, supplies, feeders, cages, and merchandise as well as live animal seminars and frequent free raffles for coveted prizes. Exciting, educational, family-oriented fun for everyone!
When: Saturday, June 18, 9 a.m.-12:45 p.m. & 1:15-4 p.m.
Sunday, June 19, 10 a.m.-12:45 p.m. & 1:15-4 p.m.
Where on the fairgrounds: The Hangar
How much: Online tickets are $10 general admission, $5 children ages 12 & younger, free for children ages 4 & younger. Parking is $10.
More info: Visit repticon.com/california/los-angeles-costa-mesa/
♦ Speaker Series #6 at Heroes Hall Museum, June 18
Heroes Hall Museum presents its speaker series, which will run through September on select Saturday mornings. The series is about the tremendous achievements and challenges Black service members and other groups have faced while serving in the U.S. armed forces, and is hosted in conjunction with the museum’s newest exhibit, Fighting for the Right to Fight: African American Experiences in World War II.
Our Service, Our Stories: The LGBT Military Experience
In celebration of Pride Month in June, the Fighting for the Right to Fight Speaker Series will feature the documentary film Our Service, Our Stories followed by a panel discussion with lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) military veterans. The veterans will share their experiences serving in the U.S. armed forces from the Vietnam era through the conflicts in the Middle East. They will address a variety of topics including the challenges they faced as LGBT service members, the devastating impacts of the Don’t Ask Don’t Tell policy, and how to right the wrong.
Moderator: Stephanie Wade
Panelists: Bill Anderson, Teri Thompson, Warren Tymony, Jonathan Willett
Hours: Saturday, June 18, 1-2:30 p.m.
Where on the fairgrounds: Heroes Hall Museum
How much: Free admission and parking
More info: RSVP for this session
♦ OC Fair Board of Directors meeting, June 23
OC Fair’s Board of Directors typically meets monthly in the Administration Building at OC Fair & Event Center. The agenda and location for this meeting will be available later in the month at ocfair.com/public-information/public-meetings.
The public is invited to the Board meetings, which begin at 9:30 a.m. Each meeting will also be recorded and posted on our website afterward.
♦ TNT Fireworks Stand, June 30- July 4
Costa Mesa High School Baseball will be selling TNT Fireworks at this annual fundraiser.
Hours: June 30, noon-10 p.m.; July 1-3, 10 a.m.-10 p.m.; and July 4, 9 a.m.-9 p.m.
Where on the fairgrounds: Lot E (at the corner of Fairview and Arlington)
More info: Visit tntfireworks.com/locations for item details.
ONGOING
♦ COVID testing – Open Monday-Friday through June 10
Free COVID testing on the fairgrounds.
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Where on the fairgrounds: Lot E (corner of Fairview and Arlington; enter at Gate 4)
How much: Free drive-through COVID-19 testing
More info: Make an appointment online. PCR test results take 24-48 hours.
♦ Heroes Hall Museum – Open Wednesday-Sunday
Visit our museum to view the latest exhibits and learn about local veterans.
Hours: Wednesday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where on the fairgrounds: Heroes Hall is next to Centennial Farm
How much: Free admission and parking; let parking attendant know you are vising Heroes Hall
More info: Visit ocfair.com/heroeshall
♦ Farmers Market – Every Thursday
Shop local at this OC Farm Bureau-certified farmers market featuring produce, fresh flowers, fish, hummus, honey, hot sauce and more. Some vendors also sell hot food for lunch such as tamales and tacos/burritos.
Hours: Thursdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Where on the fairgrounds: Outdoors in Lot D
How much: Free admission and parking
More info: Visit ocfarmbureau.org
♦ Pacific Amphitheatre Box Office – Open Wednesdays-Sundays starting June 8
Purchase tickets to shows we have on sale and get your Fair tickets.
Hours: Wednesdays-Fridays, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturdays-Sundays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where on the fairgrounds: Pacific Amphitheatre
How much: Free admission and parking; let parking attendant know you are going to the box office
More info: Visit pacamp.com
♦ Centennial Farm – Open daily
Visit our three-acre working farm, which features seasonal crops, farm animals and knowledgeable staff.
Hours: Monday-Friday, 1-4 p.m.; Saturday & Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where on the fairgrounds: Centennial Farm is on the south side of our property.
How much: Free admission and parking; let parking attendant know you are going to the farm
More info: Visit ocfair.com/centennialfarm
UPCOMING
The OC Fair is excited to welcome you back to “Feel the Sunshine”!
When: July 15-Aug. 14, 2022
Hours: 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Wednesdays & Thursdays, 11 a.m.-midnight Fridays-Sundays
How much: Pricing is the same as 2021. Tickets are $12 on Wednesday & Thursday, $14 on Friday, Saturday & Sunday. $7 for kids (ages 6-12) & seniors (60+) any day; free for children 5 and younger. Parking is $10.
5 things to know:
You’ll need to purchase your tickets online in advance. Tickets are on sale now: ocfair.com/oc-fair/buy-tickets (bonus: no transaction fees!)
We’ll have a limited number of tickets available for each day.
We sold out 17 of 23 days in 2021. Buy early so you don’t miss out on summer fun!
Tickets to performances in Action Sports Arena, The Hangar and Pacific Amphitheatre that occur during the 2022 OC Fair include same-day Fair admission.
Got more questions? Check our FAQs: ocfair.com/faqs-about-the-2022-oc-fair/ – we update there whenever we’ve got new info to share!