What’s going on at the OC Fairgrounds in June
Discovery Day at the Farm, June 1
Visit Centennial Farm for self-guided tours, radish seed planting, chick education, oxen demonstration, crop education and more!
When: Thursday, June 1, 9 a.m. – noon.
Where: OC Fair & Event Center – Centennial Farm
How much: Free Admission and parking
More info: Visit Centennial Farm Discovery Days
626 Night Market, June 2-4
626 Night Market is back at OC Fair & Event Center! The iconic Californian festival features 200+ food, merchandise, crafts, arts, games, music and entertainment attractions in an epic event that appeals to all ages. Join us for warm summer days and bright nights this season!
When: June 2-4, 4-11 p.m.
Where: OC Fair & Event Center – OC Promenade, Lot I/G
How much: General Admission for Adult, Senior and Children $5. Children 3 and under are free. Parking is $12
More info: Visit 626 Night Market
OC Fair’s Job Fair, June 3
Join us for a job fair to learn about the 1,000+ openings for ages 16 and up. We’ll be conducting walk-up interviews and making offers on the spot. Resumes recommended but not required. Bring family and friends who are looking for a fun summer job!
When: Saturday, June 3, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Where: OC Fair & Event Center – Lot F
How much: Free admission and parking; enter at Gate 4 off Arlington.
More information: Apply ahead at OC Fair Jobs
Fight Club OC, June 8
Welcome to Fight Club OC, a hybrid boxing and MMA fight series that does six shows a year. With three high definition cameras always on the action and an LED HD video board with instant replay, we’ll sell you the seat, but you need to bring the edge.
When: Thursday, June 8, 6-10 p.m.
Schedule:
Baja Blues happy hour 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Hangar doors 6 p.m.
First fight 7 p.m.
Where: OC Fair & Event Center – The Hangar
How much: $60 general admission. Parking is $12.
More info: Visit Fight Club OC
626 Night Market, June 9-11
626 Night Market is back at OC Fair & Event Center! The iconic Californian festival features 200+ food, merchandise, crafts, arts, games, music and entertainment attractions in an epic event that appeals to all ages. Join us for warm summer days and bright nights this season!
When: June 9-11, 4-11 p.m.
Where: OC Fair & Event Center – OC Promenade, Lot I/G
How much: General Admission for Adult, Senior and Children $5. Children 3 and under are free. Parking is $12
More info: Visit 626 Night Market
Repticon, June 17-18
Experience the animal kingdom in an exotic way. Explore rows of reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates and more! Everything you need to keep your critters happy will be available. Join your friends and make new ones at a celebration of reptiles and their connoisseur.
When: Saturday, June 17, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Sunday, June 18, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Where: OC Fair & Event Center – Huntington Beach Building
How much: General adult admission $12, children 5-12 $6, children under 4 are free. Military and teachers are free with ID. Super tickets $15 for both days. Parking is $12.
More info: Visit Repticon Reptile Shows
SoCAL World Guitar Show, June 17-18
International buy-sell-trade event. Get bids from several exhibitors to quickly establish the market value of your item and proceed to sell or trade with confidence.
When: Saturday, June 17, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Sunday, June 18, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Where: OC Fair & Event Center – The Hangar
How much: General admission $20; children under 11 are free. Parking is $12.
More info: Visit Amigo Guitar Shows
Costa Mesa Speedway: Harley Night #2, June 17
Harley Night #2 / Speedway / Sidecars
When: Saturday, June 17, gates open at 6 p.m., first race at 7:30 p.m.
Where: OC Fair & Event Center – Action Sports Arena
How much: $30 general admission; $20 for juniors ages 13-17, seniors (65+) and active military; $10 for kids ages 3-12; free for kids 2 and younger. Parking is $12 for cars and motorcycles.
More info: Visit Costa Mesa Speedway
OC Fair Board of Directors Meeting, June 22
When: Thursday, June 22, 9:30 a.m.
Where: OC Fair & Event Center – Administration Building or virtually on Zoom
More info: Visit OC Fair Public Meetings
Costa Mesa High School Baseball, June 30 – July 4
Costa Mesa High School Baseball will sell safe and sane TNT fireworks.
When: Friday, June 30, 12–10 p.m.
Saturday – Monday, July 1 – 3, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Tuesday, July 4, 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Where: OC Fair & Event Center
How much: Firework prices vary. Free Admission and parking.
More info: Visit Costa Mesa High School Baseball
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 OC Farm Bureau
Centennial Farm open daily
Visit our three-acre working farm, which features seasonal crops, farm animals and knowledgeable staff.
Hours: Starting June 7, the farm will be open daily from 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 Centennial Farm
Centennial Farm Pig Cam
Watch the Centennial farm pigs LIVE on our official Pig Cam and see what these adorable animals are up to!
More info: Visit Centennial Farm Pig Cam
Heroes Hall Museum open Wed.-Sun.
Visit our museum and education center 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 Heroes Hall
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 Heroes Hall
Coming up in July
OC Fair, July 14 – Aug. 13
The 2023 OC Fair is starting to come alive and we can’t wait to welcome everyone back for “Happy Together.” Advance ticket purchase is required as we are limiting the number of admission tickets available for each day. Choose your days and plan your summer! Bonus: No service fees on OC Fair admission tickets!
When: July 14 – Aug. 23
Schedule:
Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday: 11 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Friday & Saturday: 11 a.m. – midnight
Where: OC Fair & Event Center
How much:
$13 general admission on Wednesdays & Thursdays
$15 general admission on Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays
$9 seniors 60+ and kids 6-12 every day
Free for kids ages 5 and younger
Parking is $12 for cars and motorcycles, $24 for buses and limos
More info: Visit OC Fair