New character, Sunny, heading to this year’s OC Fair
Today we held auditions for our new Foodie, and this was one of our favorites – we hired them on the spot! We thought it’d be the perfect way to introduce our Lemon’s name. *drumroll* Meet SUNNY!! This year, Sunny will join his Foodie friends Olivia (the Orange), Arturo the Churro, Cornelius and Strawberry […]
Imaginology is this weekend!
Imaginology returns in person this Saturday and Sunday, April 9-10! We’ve got a packed schedule of take-home crafts, science experiments, live performances by local entertainers, youth competitions and more. The free two-day event gives students the chance to explore careers in the S.T.E.A.M. fields –that’s science, technology, engineering, arts and math – as well as […]
Jim Gaffigan, Kool & the Gang headlining this summer; plus, annual craft beer fest to return to 2022 OC Fair
OC Fair has announced more if its 2022 summer entertainment lineup. Live music performances at Pacific Amphitheatre include Kool & the Gang with Sister Sledge on opening weekend, and Jim Gaffigan on Aug. 4. Also performing during the OC Fair at The Hangar: Elton – The Early Years – A Tribute to Elton John, Dog […]
Steve Miller Band and ABBA LA with Bee Gees Gold to perform at Pacific Amphitheatre in 2022; plus, live music headed to The Hangar
OC Fair has announced its first shows to go on sale for the 2022 summer season at Pacific Amphitheatre and The Hangar. Live music performances include Steve Miller Band, ABBA LA and Bee Gees Gold, Which One’s Pink?, 24K Magic, and the brand new show LA Sound Machine. Tickets for these shows will go on […]
Be a part of the 2022 OC Fair
Community Entertainment Share your talent! Whether you sing, dance or play – solo or as part of a group – the OC Fair Community Entertainment program provides the stages where you can shine. Applications will be accepted until Friday, March 4, at 5 p.m. Apply Now Vendor Information Do you sell the best food or […]
Hank Williams Jr. and Pacific Symphony’s Tchaikovsky Spectacular shows added to Pacific Amphitheatre
Country artist Hank Williams Jr. will appear in concert at Pacific Amphitheatre on Sept. 23. Special guest Jackson Dean will perform with Williams at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 23, and tickets will go on sale at 10 a.m. on Aug. 13 on Ticketmaster. On Sept. 11, Pacific Symphony will perform Tchaikovsky’s thrilling “1812” Overture, […]
Dates announced for 2021 OC Fair!
Today the OC Fair announced dates for the much-anticipated annual event – July 16- Aug. 15. The theme is “Time for Fun,” celebrating the joy of the return of Southern California’s favorite summer festival. “We are grateful to plan for an exciting, and safe, OC Fair this year,” said OC Fair Board Chair Natalie Rubalcava-Garcia. […]
Drive-in concert series continues Sept. 25-27 with live performances from three tribute bands
Autosonic Concerts presents a second drive-in concert experience Sept. 25, 26 and 27 at OC Fair & Event Center, adding another weekend of live summer music under the stars. The music series will feature performances by live tribute bands with two 60-minute shows nightly that concertgoers can enjoy from the comfort of their own vehicles. […]
OC Fair Board cancels 2020 Fair due to pandemic
The OC Fair & Event Center Board of Directors voted unanimously today to cancel the 2020 OC Fair, one of the most anticipated and enduring summer celebrations in Southern California for 130 years. The Board considered ongoing guidance and updated information from State and County health care and government officials about the status of the […]
OC Fair & Event Center closes property until further notice
(Updated June 11, 202o) Out of an abundance of caution and to help stem the spread of coronavirus, OC Fair & Event Center announces a full public closure of the facilities, including Heroes Hall Veterans Museum, Centennial Farm, Equestrian Center and the administration building lobby until further notice. OC Fair & Event center will continue […]