The OC Fair & Event Center Board of Directors proudly proclaim April as Arab American Heritage Month
The OC Fair & Event Center Board of Directors proudly proclaim April as Arab American Heritage Month. This special declaration was presented to Rima Nashashibi in recognition of her longstanding leadership and impactful advocacy on behalf of women and girls, both locally and globally. Nashashibi, Founder and President of Global Hope 365, has led efforts […]
The Ranch Community Center expands public programs, equine education at OC Fairgrounds
COSTA MESA (March 18, 2026) – OC Fair & Event Center continues to expand its public programs at The Ranch Community Center, offering free educational open houses and community events that showcase equine programs, agricultural education and partnerships with local organizations and nonprofits. The first of six horse shows slated for 2026 will take place this Saturday and Sunday, […]
Michael Searle becomes Chief Operating Officer at OC Fair & Event Center
Michael Searle has been chosen as OC Fair & Event Center’s new Chief Operating Officer to lead fair production, security, event operations, facility operations, planning & production and food & beverage departments. Searle started in his new role this month. Searle brings more than three decades of leadership experience in the fair and event industry, […]
Step inside a bubble, invent something, meet a llama: It’s Imaginology 2026!
Get ready for two high-energy days where imagination takes the lead and learning feels like play. Imaginology returns Saturday and Sunday, April 11–12, transforming OC Fair & Event Center into an interactive playground of science, technology, engineering, arts, agriculture and math. Open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days, this free family event welcomes […]
OC Fair & Event Center wins 22 industry awards from Western Fairs Association
COSTA MESA (Feb. 12, 2026) – OC Fair & Event Center (OCFEC) earned 22 Achievement Awards from Western Fairs Association, including 21 first-place honors. The annual program recognizes innovation and excellence among fairs and festivals in the Western U.S. Eleven of the first-place awards were in photography categories including entertainment, carnival, first responders, exhibits, animals […]
OC Fair’s Imaginology returns April 11–12 with free STEAM fun for everyone
Have you ever wondered how math can help you cook, what causes a rainbow or how baby chicks know when to hatch? Set a course full STEAM ahead at OC Fair’s Imaginology, returning Saturday and Sunday, April 11–12 for a weekend where science, technology, engineering, art, agriculture and math come alive through hands-on discovery. Imaginology […]
OC Fair unveils theme for 2026: Your Adventure Awaits!
COSTA MESA (Jan. 14, 2026) – Southern California’s most anticipated summer celebration will return July 17 through Aug.16 and the theme of this year’s annual OC Fair is “Your Adventure Awaits!” The 136th OC Fair will celebrate the American spirit of exploration and discovery across 23 action-packed days. From thrilling rides and creative competitions to […]
OC Fair & Event Center wins 13 international awards
The International Association of Fairs & Expositions (IAFE) honored OC Fair & Event Center (OCFEC) with 13 awards for achievements in 2025. IAFE represents fairs and expositions worldwide, and handed out the awards at its annual conference in Denver last week. OCFEC received six first-place honors, one second-place award and six third-place accolades. The first-place […]
What’s happening at OC Fairgrounds in December
Winter Fest OC, Nov. 28 – Jan. 4, 2026 Get ready for Winter Fest OC as we bring the ultimate winter wonderland to Orange County! Winter Fest OC is SoCal’s largest winter festival, featuring ice tubing, ice skating under the stars, mini slides, snowball tossing and freshly falling snow. Guests can also enjoy more than […]
What’s happening at OC Fairgrounds in November
OC Card Show, Nov. 1 – 2 Buy, sell or trade your sports and trading card games cards (TCG) at OC Card Show’s biggest show yet! With over 250 tables split between sports and TCG, enjoy more space to connect, trade and hang out with great community. When: Saturday – Sunday, Nov. 1 – 2, 11 […]