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. […]
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 competition deadlines are near – how to bring home a blue ribbon this year
Calling all artists, growers and creators! OC Fair’s competition entry deadlines are quickly approaching. For the 2024 OC Fair, everyone is invited to showcase their talents by participating in more than 20 competitions in the visual arts, culinary, home arts and hobbies, wine, horticulture and livestock categories. Competitions this year include: Visual Arts Fine Arts […]
OC Fair tickets on sale March 1 – advance purchase required for the best summer fest
Tickets for the annual OC Fair are going on sale March 1 at ocfair.com, with advance purchase required. The Every Day Passport will also be available offering fairgoers access any day with no restrictions. The 2024 Fair will run July 19-Aug. 18, open Wednesday through Sunday with controlled capacity. This year’s theme is “Always a Good […]
OC Fair competition deadlines are near – how to bring home a blue ribbon this year
COSTA MESA – Calling all artists, growers and creators! OC Fair’s competition entry deadlines are quickly approaching. For the 2023 OC Fair, everyone is invited to showcase their talents by participating in more than 20 competitions in the visual arts, culinary, home arts and hobbies, wine, horticulture and livestock categories. Competitions this year include: Visual […]
Learn all about OC Fair’s Commercial Wine Competition
The OC Fair Commercial Wine Competition is the largest California-only wine competition and is in its 46th year. Only the best winemakers and winery principles were invited to be a part of the 17 panels of up to five judges who blindly tasted 2,516 wines June 4-5. Fran Gitsham, the president of Orange County […]
Now accepting entries for the 2022 OC Fair Competitions!
The OC Fair has begun accepting entries for the annual competitions, which are a long-standing tradition at the summer event – especially for the local fans. For the 2022 OC Fair, guests are invited to show off their best talents by participating in more than 20 different competitions. Competitions this year include: Visual Arts Fine […]
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 […]
Homebrew and Wine Competitions canceled
We are sad to announce the cancellation of our Homebrew and Wine Competitions slated to be part of the 2020 OC Fair. These competitions are important to our program and we look forward to their return in 2021. For further information about the Commercial Wine and Home Wine Competitions, see a note from OC Wine […]