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 ranked No. 9 in North America, top in state
Coming in at No. 9 on the list of North America’s top 50 fairs in 2025, the OC Fair ranked above all other California fairs in an annual list published this month by the industry site carnivalwarehouse.com. Each year Carnival Warehouse ranks the top fairs, including Canadian expos and events, based on attendance. In 2025, […]
The 2025 OC fair by the numbers
COSTA MESA (Aug. 26, 2025) – The 2025 OC Fair is a wrap and there were a whole lot of summer memories for fairgoers who were invited to “Find Their Happy,” the theme of this year’s Fair which ran from July 18 through Aug. 17. Here’s a look at this year’s Fair by the numbers: […]
Last chance to pack in all your summer OC Fair fun – closing day is Aug. 17
COSTA MESA (Aug. 10, 2025) – The 2025 OC Fair is heading into its final days and there are plenty of exciting things to do in the last week – don’t miss out! Attractions include plenty of animals, culinary treats, comedy hypnotist, Mark Yuzuik, entertainment, carnival fun and exhibits found only at the OC Fair. […]
Midway through the OC Fair and there’s so much fun on the midway and beyond!
COSTA MESA (Aug. 2, 2025) – OC Fair runs through Aug. 17, and time is running out to “Find Your Happy!” From exciting new experiences to the classics, the Fair brings it every year, at every turn. Whether it’s a first visit or the 50th, enjoy all the best the 135th OC Fair has to […]
2025 OC Fair opens this month and runs through Aug. 17 – what’s free with admission?
COSTA MESA (July 1, 2025) – OC Fair fans have been waiting all year for the return of summer’s best party – and it starts July 18! Here are some awesome things that are free with Fair admission that will help you Find Your Happy. For a full OC Fair schedule, visit ocfair.com. Advance tickets are […]
OC Fair’s gearing up for a summer of wild and wonderful food and $5 Taste returns
The inventive OC Fair concessionaires have been hard at work concocting delectable delights of both the sweet and savory sort and the countdown is on to opening day when fairgoers can finally get their Fair food fix. The theme for the 2025 OC Fair is “Find Your Happy,” running July 18-Aug. 17, Wednesday through Sunday. […]
OC Fair tickets go on sale this week – fairgoers invited to ‘Find Your Happy’
Tickets for the annual OC Fair are going on sale Friday, April 4, at ocfair.com, with advance purchase required and no fees. The Every Day Passport will also be available, offering fairgoers access any day with no restrictions. The 2025 Fair will run July 18-Aug. 17, open Wednesday through Sunday with controlled capacity. This year’s theme is […]
Imaginology is coming – free STEAM fun for the whole family April 12-13 at OC Fair & Event Center
The OC Fairgrounds will become headquarters for Imaginology on April 12 and 13, providing students and families with free hands-on fun and a look at futures in STEAM fields. Imaginology will be held Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission is free and most activities are included; food options will be available for purchase. Parking is […]
OC Fair announces 2025 theme and invites the community to ‘Find Your Happy’ July 18-Aug. 17
The OC Fair is excited to announce that “Find Your Happy” is the theme of the 2025 festival that will run July 18-Aug. 17, promising to be an opportunity to gather together and make memories, let go and have fun. “There is nothing that brings us more joy than putting on the annual OC Fair and […]