What’s happening at OC Fairgrounds in November
The Great Junk Hunt, Nov. 3-4 Discover vintage, farmhouse, handmade, industrial, up-cycled and repurposed goods from more than 100 vendors. Don’t miss out on one of the top markets in the country! It’s a roundup of curated vendors selling their best goods, plus no party is complete without cocktails, live music and aisles of junkin’ […]
Centennial Farm Volunteers
CALLING ALL WANNA-BE FARMERS! Looking for a rewarding experience? Becoming a Jr. Farmer tour guide offers new experiences and provides a great opportunity to help educate today’s youth about agriculture and the role it plays in our daily lives. Centennial Farm invites you to join our team of more than 80 volunteer docents who help […]
What’s happening at OC Fairgrounds in October
Seasonal Adventures Pumpkin Patch, Sept. 29 – Oct. 31 Family-fun pumpkin patch! We have inflatable slides, kiddie rides, a petting zoo and a train. Pick out your perfect pumpkin or shop at our farmers market for farm-fresh squash and gourds. When: Sept. 29 – Oct. 31, 2023 Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 3 – 9 p.m. Friday, 3 […]
What’s happening at OC Fairgrounds in September
Shoreline Dog Fanciers Association, Sept. 1-3 Three American Kennel Club sanctioned all-breed dog shows. When: Friday – Sunday, Sept. 1 -3 Where: OC Fair & Event Center – Costa Mesa building, Huntington Beach building and Santa Ana Pavilion How much: General admission is free. Parking is $12. More Info: Visit Shoreline Dog Fanciers Association Common Kings / Fiji / Sammy J / […]
What’s going on at the OC Fairgrounds in August
2023 OC Fair – Happy Together, through – Aug. 13 We are thrilled to welcome everyone back for the 2023 OC Fair, “Happy Together.” Get ready for 23 days of fun-filled live entertainment, exhibits, food, carnival rides, shopping and more! When: Through Aug. 13 Schedule: Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday: 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. Friday & Saturday: […]
What’s going on at the OC Fairgrounds in July
I think we can all agree the hottest ticket in town is the 2023 OC Fair! The Fair promises to bring everything from cute, cuddly animals to thrilling shows, exhibits and entertainment. There’s something for everyone in the lineup that will surely keep you and the family coming back for more. But don’t forget to […]
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 […]
October events at OC Fair & Event Center
OC Fair & Event Center will host several large events in October and November, including three weekends of the food fest 626 Night Market OC. ♦ 626 Night Market OC – 3 weekends! Oct. 1-3, Oct. 8-10 and Oct. 22-24 The iconic California festival features 200+ food, merchandise, crafts, arts, games, music and entertainment attractions in an […]
UPDATE: Winter Fest OC’s Night of Lights OC drive-thru announces new dates, Dec. 10 – Jan. 10, and new hours
Winter Fest OC’s Night of Lights OC, an immersive winter wonderland drive-thru experience, has announced new plans to operate at the OC Fair & Event Center, with changes in place to safely meet all government guidelines. The previously postponed event is back and will run Dec. 10-Jan. 10 (excluding Christmas Eve), with sessions ending at […]
New farmers market program provides more fresh produce to low-income people in OC
A new program to provide local families and individuals receiving CalFresh benefits with additional healthy produce is starting Sept. 3 at the Costa Mesa Certified Farmers Market at OC Fair & Event Center. The Market Match program provides nutrition incentives to help low-income residents stretch their CalFresh shopping dollars to afford more healthy, locally grown, […]