Repticon, Feb. 4-5

Repticon 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, Feb. 4, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Sunday, Feb. 5, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Where: OC Fair & Event Center – Huntington Beach Building

How much: $13 general admission, $6 child admission, free for children ages 4 & younger. Parking is $12.

More info: Visit repticon.com/california/los-angeles-costa-mesa/

Great Train Show, Feb. 11-12

Great American Train Shows is the nation’s only coast-to-coast train show company. The shows are designed for the general public, modelers, hobbyists, families and the just plain curious. Each show features hundreds of tables of trains and accessories for sale, huge operating exhibits, activities for kids and more. All scales are welcome as are books, video and railroadiana. 

When: Saturday & Sunday, Feb. 11-12, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Where: OC Fair & Event Center – Costa Mesa & Huntington Beach buildings

How much:

$12 – Saturday admission (Saturday ticket is good for both days)

$11 – Sunday admission

Free for children 11 and younger. Parking is $12.

Save $1 on admission when you purchase tickets online!

More info: Visit trainshow.com

Fight Club OC, Feb. 16

Pro Boxing & MMA live. The most fun you can have on a Thursday night in the OC!

When: Thursday, Feb. 16 – doors open at 6 p.m., first fight at 7 p.m. (Baja Blues happy hour is from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.)

Where: OC Fair & Event Center – The Hangar

How much: Ticket prices vary, see website for details. Parking is $12; enter at Gate 1. 

More info: Visit Fight Club OC

SoCal Swordfight, Feb. 17-19

SoCal Swordfight is the largest historical European martial arts event in the United States attracting competitors, attendees and instructors from around the world. The event features 15 tournaments across multiple weapon sets and divisions, more than 80 hours of classes and lectures on the use of a variety of historical and modern weapons and self-defense techniques, first aid/CPR/AED and Active Shooter Response Certification, antique weapons and much more.

When: Friday, Feb. 17, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 18, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Sunday, Feb. 19, 8 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Where: OC Fair & Event Center – Costa Mesa Building and Santa Ana Pavilion

How much: $20 – Single-day spectator pass

$40 – Full-weekend spectator pass

$150 – Full-event registration and access to classes

Free for children 12 and younger. Parking is $12.

Additional cost for: Tournament participation, certification courses and celebrity courses.

More info: Visit socalswordfight.com/

Gran Baile Romántico Concert, Feb. 18

A Hispanic Valentines concert featuring musical acts from Industria del amor, Grupo Liberación, Ángeles de Charlie and more.

When: Saturday, Feb. 18, 6 p.m.-12 a.m. (Music will start at 6:30 p.m.)

Where: OC Fair & Event Center – The Hangar

How much: $120 – Limited VIP admission

$70 – General admission

Free for children 10 and under. Parking is $12.

More info: Visit tkn.ticketon.com

OC Fair Board of Directors Meeting, Feb. 23

When: Thursday, Feb. 23, 9:30 a.m.

Where: OC Fair & Event Center – Administration Building or virtually on Zoom

More info: Visit ocfair.com/public-information/public-meetings/

Gem Faire, Feb 24-26

Fine jewelry, precious and semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, crystals, gold and silver, minerals and much more at manufacturer’s prices. Nearly 200 exhibitors from around the world. Jewelry repair, cleaning & ring sizing while you shop. 

When: Friday, Feb. 24, noon-6 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 25, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Sunday, Feb 26. 4, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (No admittance after 4 p.m. Sunday)

Where: OC Fair & Event Center – Costa Mesa Building and Santa Ana Pavilion 

How much: $7 general admission; free for kids age 11 and younger. Parking is $12.

More information: Visit gemfaire.com or email info@gemfaire.com

46th Annual Home & Garden Show, Feb. 25-26

Featuring home improvement products and services, garden supplies and displays with new water saving garden products, hourly DIY workshops and prizes.

When: Saturday, Feb. 25, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; and Sunday, Feb. 26, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Where: OC Fair & Event Center – Los Alamitos Building, Anaheim Building

How much: Admission is free, parking is $12.

More info: Visit www.thebesthomeshow.com 

Ongoing at OC Fair & Event Center

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; let parking attendant know you are going to the Farmers Market.

More info: Visit ocfarmbureau.org 

Centennial Farm open daily

Visit our three-acre working farm, which features seasonal crops, farm animals and knowledgeable staff.

Hours: Monday-Friday, 1 p.m.-4 p.m. and Saturday & Sunday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (see calendar for closures)

Where on the fairgrounds: Centennial Farm is on the south side of our property

How much: Free admission and parking

More info: Visit ocfair.com/centennialfarm

Heroes Hall Museum open Wed.-Sun.

Visit our museum to view the latest exhibits and learn about local veterans.

Hours: Wednesday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (see calendar for closures)

Where on the fairgrounds: Heroes Hall is next to Centennial Farm

How much: Free admission and parking

More info: Visit ocfair.com/heroeshall

Exhibit: ‘Armed Only With A Camera’ through Sept. 2023

The World War II Photography of Stanley Troutman is now on display at Heroes Hall. Troutman served his country by photographing the war in the South Pacific Theater including the devastated cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki.

Hours: Wednesday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (see calendar for closures)

Where on the fairgrounds: Heroes Hall is next to Centennial Farm

How much: Free admission and parking

More info: Visit ocfair.com/heroeshall

Looking ahead to March

Pacific Coast Sportfishing Tackle, Boat, Travel and Outdoor Show, March 2-5

Southern California’s Premier Outdoors Show will again bring a great selection of top boats, tackle, and travel destinations. Looking for a new boat, fishing tackle, or to plan the trip of a lifetime? Don’t miss this show! There will be tons of fun for the family as well including a free kids trout pond.

When: Thursday, Mar. 2, noon-7 p.m.

Friday, Mar. 3, noon-7 p.m.

Saturday, Mar. 4, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.

Sunday, Mar. 5, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Where: OC Fair & Event Center – Anaheim Building, Costa Mesa Building, Huntington Beach Building, Los Alamitos Building, Main Mall, OC Promenade, Santa Ana Pavilion, The Hangar

How much: $15 general admission; children ages 12 and younger are free. Active duty military free with current ID. Parking is $12.

More info: Visit sportfishingfestival.com

California Bridal & Wedding Expo, March 12

The Bridal & Wedding Expo features an amazing selection of wedding professionals ready to help you find the perfect gown, reception venue, invitations, photographer, music, menu, honeymoon destination, and much more!

When: Sunday, March. 12, 12:30-5 p.m.

Where: OC Fair & Event Center – Costa Mesa Building

How much: Free admission with registration or $10 at the door. Parking is $12. 

More info: cabridalshows-of.com/free-pass