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OC Fair Returns July 19 - August 18: “Always a Good Time!” with Rides, Food, and Entertainment
07.15.24
The annual OC Fair returns from July 19 to August 18 with the theme “Always a Good Time!” This 23-day event promises fun and excitement for all ages.
Highlights:
- Free Activities: Enjoy the All-Alaskan Racing Pigs, The Great American Petting Farm, and the Sand and Sea Exhibit.
- Kids’ Activities: Visit the Explorium in OC Promenade, participate in Live Band Karaoke, meet the OC Fair’s costumed characters, and enjoy The Magic of Frank Thurston’s daily shows. Kids can also join pie-eating contests and benefit from the Read and Ride program.
- Animal Exhibits: See pygmy goats, llamas, chickens, miniature donkeys, and learn about farm life at Centennial Farm.
- Action Sports Arena: Watch comedy hypnotism, demolition derbies, monster trucks, BMX bike shows, and the Chris Mabrey Comedy Hypnotist show.
- Competitions: Local talents compete in photography, fine art, woodworking, floral arrangements, cake decorating, and more.
Food & Drinks:
- Taste of the Fair: Smaller-sized food options for $5 daily until 4 p.m. Try unique offerings like Dr. Pepper Pickle Soda and Bacon Churro Fries. Classic favorites like funnel cakes, BBQ, and ice cream are also available.
- The Courtyard: Enjoy award-winning OC Fair wines and more.
Entertainment:
- Community Stages: Local talent performances daily.
- The Hangar: Tribute bands and performances from artists like Red Corvette and Twisted Gypsy.
- Pacific Amphitheatre: Shows featuring Trevor Noah, The Fab Four & The Monkee Men, Stray Cats, Walker Hayes, and Kool & the Gang.
Key Information:
- Tickets: Advance online purchase required; no transaction fees. Limited daily capacity.
- General Admission: $13 weekdays (Wednesday, Thursday), $15 weekends (Friday, Saturday, Sunday). Seniors (60+) and youth (6-12) $9 every day. Children 5 and younger free.
- Every Day Passport: $60 for unlimited access any day.
Special Deals:
- Carnival Tickets: Discounted online prices until July 18.
- $5 Taste of Fair: Available every day until 4 p.m.
OC Fair Schedule:
- Wednesday, Thursday & Sunday: 11 a.m. – 11 p.m.
- Friday & Saturday: 11 a.m. – midnight
For more details and ticket purchases, visit ocfair.com or download the OC Fair 2024 mobile app.
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07.15.24
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