OC Fair food is bigger and crazier than ever before
You can feel the anticipation growing every summer in Orange County. The waiting is intense. The Ferris wheel goes up and mouths start to water. You hear the question everywhere: What crazy foods are coming to the OC Fair? Last year, 50% of Fairgoers surveyed said their favorite part of the Fair is the food. […]
OC Wine Society hosts its annual wine competitions, judging more than 3,000 bottles
Let’s go behind the scenes at one of the country’s most exclusive wine-tasting competitions, hosted by OC Wine Society, where professional judges swirl, sip and savor entries from California wineries to determine who will win the gold at the 2017 OC Fair. The judging process is a sight to behold. The organized chaos works in […]
OC Fair Kids Club joins slate of community give-back programs
A new program will help as many as 1,000 children visit the 2017 OC Fair – children who otherwise might not have the means to attend. Students from Title 1 and other programs will receive a free bus trip to the Fair, carnival ride coupons and a gift card as participants in the OC Fair […]
Featured artist to create paper garden at 2017 OC Fair
Kiel Johnson is on a mission: build the world’s largest garden out of construction paper during the 2017 OC Fair. But he doesn’t want to do it alone. Johnson needs the help of Fairgoers. “I want this to be a collaborative project where people come in and add pieces to it to make a beautiful […]
Master chocolatier serves up French treats and culinary masterpieces at 2017 OC Fair
The 2017 OC Fair won’t just be a fried food frenzy. Award-winning pastry chef and master chocolatier Stephané Tréand will showcase his talents in the OC Promenade during the Fair’s run from July 14 through Aug. 13. Tréand, a Tustin resident, is the owner of The Pastry School and St. Pâtisserie Chocolat in Costa Mesa. […]
Bookworms can earn free carnival rides at the 2017 OC Fair
There’s a lot of fun to be had at the 2017 OC Fair. We’ll have tons of games, entertainment and delicious treats. But don’t worry, parents – there will be amazing learning opportunities too. One such opportunity is the Read & Ride program. Perfect for bookworms – or kids who need a little extra motivation […]
Olive Oil Competition lends even more flavor to the OC Fair
A little olive oil goes a long way to enhance food. In California, and specifically Orange County, a bit of olive oil drizzled over a bed of bright green lettuce and fresh, juicy tomatoes with a side of perfectly ripe avocado makes the kind of meal summers are made of. So with that freshness in […]
iBUYPOWER GameFest Featuring Live Tournament and VR Demos coming to OC Fair
The OC Fair has announced its first venture into the esports world, iBUYPOWER GameFest and Tournament, featuring virtual reality demos, a live gaming tournament and much more. Stop by and channel your inner gamer, experience the stunning world of virtual reality, or enjoy our variety of carnival-style activities for chances to win sponsored prizes. GameFest […]
Show us your farmer side!
Every year during the OC Fair, we host a nightly show in Main Mall and at The Hangar. This year, that show can include photos of YOU! During the 2018 OC Fair, our Main Mall show will highlight our theme, “Free Your Inner Farmer.” To be included, share photos of you, friends and family […]
New Program Gives Underserved Kids a Trip To The Fair
We’re launching a great new community giveback program at this year’s fair: OC Fair Kids Club. In its first year, the goal is to provide a free fair experience and bus transportation for 1,000 underserved children. The young fairgoers from local Title 1 afterschool and summer programs will also receive carnival coupons and a gift card for food and beverages.