OC Fair is back July 18 - Aug. 17, and this year we invite you to "Find Your Happy!" From exciting new experiences to the traditions you love, the Fair is ready to surprise and delight at every turn. Whether it’s your first visit or your 50th, this is your inside guide to making the most of your time with us. Let's get into it!

FAIR HOURS

Wednesday, Thursday & Sunday

11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Friday & Saturday

11 a.m. to midnight

FAIR ADMISSION

$13 Wednesday & Thursday

$15 Friday - Sunday

$9 for seniors 60+ and kids 6-12 every day

Free for kids 5 and younger

2025 EVERY DAY PASSPORT

Enjoy the Fair any day or every day for $60 - no restrictions or blackout dates! Bonus: Passports come with perks like 2-for-1 entertainment tickets and special offers. Availability is limited and the offer is valid while supplies last.

Purchase yours at ocfair.com/tickets.

There’s something for everyone at the OC Fair this summer! Between our tantalizing foods, rockin’ concerts, fascinating exhibits and vibrant competitions, bring your friends and family and get ready to Find Your Happy!

For the foodies...

$5 Taste of Fair is back! Try a curated, rotating assortment of fun-sized samples, including funnel cake, lemonade, tri-tip, gelato, tacos and more for only $5 each, from 11 a.m. till 4 p.m., every day!

Mesa Water is proud to provide the OC Fair with clean, safe water at six water refill stations located throughout the Fairgrounds. Bring your empty water bottles and fill them up to the rim with cold, crisp happiness.

Bite into fun and funky new foods this year, including Chicken Charlie’s meatball and mozzarella on a stick, Spud Ranch’s pizza spud, Enzo’s pizza pork palooza with chicharron, Mom’s Bakeshoppe’s Dubai brookie, Pineapple Whip’s blue raspberry pineapple Dole Whip, Bacon Nation’s bacon-wrapped burrito and bacon cotton candy, Biggy’s Mini Me turkey leg,

10 Pound Buns’ baked Italian grinder and turkey and bacon sub, and of course, sink your teeth into deep-fried favorites and classic fair foods like turkey legs, funnel cake and our favorite open secret, Scott Bros. Dairy chocolate milk, sold in the Millennium Barn!

Northgate Market will continue to offer their crowd-pleasing, house-made tortilla chips that pair oh so well with their tableside guacamole and spectacularly refreshing ceviche – the perfect combination for a nice summer day!

If you’re ready to take on the challenge, sign up for a food eating competition, scarfing down watermelon, Knott’s Berry Farm boysenberry pie, tater tots and other delectable surprises!

Get ready to load up your FunPass! All your favorite rides are ready to pump you full of adrenaline, and we’re welcoming Aviator, Royal Wheel and Sound Storm, as well as Kidland’s Frog Hop, to the scream-tastic lineup.

Unlimited carnival ride wristbands are available now! Purchase them online for $49 until July 17 and onsite for $54 once the Fair begins. Unlimited rides mean the fun never ends, and with two free games included, your wristband is your ticket to win big! Redeem wristbands by 5 p.m. and ride from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Wednesdays and Thursdays.

Cheer on monster trucks and meet their drivers at the Monster Truck Nitro Tour, watch old cars and motorhomes obliterate each other at a demolition derby, and experience souped-up lawn mower and turbo-charged tricycle races at the all-new Mowterized Mayhem this year in the Action Sports Arena!

For the rockstars...

The OC Fair sounds better than ever with an exciting lineup of summer concerts. Get your groove on at the Toyota Summer Concert Series on the Yaamava’ Stage at Pacific Amphitheatre with our new acts, including Ludacris, T-Pain, Los Angeles Azules and Oliver Anthony Music, as well as fan favorites The Fab Four, Beck with Pacific Symphony, Jeff Dunham and The Isley Brothers.

Jam out to four new tribute bands we are excited to welcome to The Hangar stage: B-52 tribute band, Hot Lava; It’s Britney Beep!, a tribute to the queen of pop; Blink-180TRUE, a tribute that will keep you wondering, "What's my age again?"; and Rihanna Replay, a tribute that will bring all the sass and style of Bad Gal Riri.

This year, we are also introducing Fair After Dark, three nights a week of dancing in Plaza Pacifica, featuring swing dancing on Fridays, DJ West Coast Dave playing hits inspired by Pacific Amphitheatre shows on Saturdays and Latin dancing on Sundays.

The Orange County Wine Society presents the Wine Courtyard, offering a variety of new wines and featured educational programs to try throughout the run of the Fair. Relax with a robust rosé, explore a variety of vineyards, and learn how to pair wine with cheese, BBQ and your favorite Fair foods!

Buy your tickets now for Brew Hee Haw, an opening weekend craft beer and music festival taking place in Action Sports Arena. The festival features unlimited tastings, more than 100 craft beers on tap, a commemorative cup and an exciting roster of cover bands to get your toes tapping and hips swaying. Plus, your ticket includes free same-day Fair admission! Come for the beer, stay for the rides, games and all the food you can eat.

For the spectators...

New at the Fair this year, Megan the Bubbleologist is floating throughout the Fairgrounds and blowing audiences away with her interactive bubble show! 

Prepare to be captivated as master hypnotist Mark Yuzuik makes a thrilling comeback with mesmerizing performances in Action Sports Arena, completely free with Fair admission. 

Cheer on bands and performers from our very own community at the Baja Bar & Grill, Meadows Stage, OC Promenade Stage, Plaza Pacifica Stage and The Hangar as part of our community entertainment program.

For the animal lovers and plant parents...

From chickens to alpacas to potbellied pigs, visit and cuddle all your favorite farm animals at the Great American Petting Farm.

Pick a pig and cheer them on at All-Alaskan Racing Pigs, taking place every day at Park Plaza!

Watch llama, goat, beef, hog and other livestock competitions in the Livestock Show Ring, bid on blue ribbon winners at the Junior Livestock Auction and visit the animals post-show in the Livestock Pavilion. 

Learn how to milk a cow at our live milking demonstrations in the Millennium Barn, held daily at 2:15 and 4:15 p.m., and say howdy to the piglets, chickens, rabbits and other farm animals at Centennial Farm! 

Centennial Farm is also the home of our horticulture competitions, featuring a number of exciting categories including cut flowers, pressed botanicals and the largest and most unusually shaped fruit or vegetable — a fan favorite!

Bring all your gardening questions for the UCCE Master Gardeners of OC and members of the California Rare Fruit Growers Club. They'll have the answers you need to make your garden dreams a reality or learn how to grow fruits and vegetables worthy of a blue ribbon.

Wind your way through the iconic visuals of cult classics and blockbuster movies at our new featured exhibit, REWIND: A VHS Revival, showcasing Art of Music’s curated collection of large-scale hand-painted movie poster art that defined a generation of pop culture.

Want to enter a competition at an upcoming Fair? Get inspired by the creativity within our community through works featured in our galleries, including fine arts, woodworking, jewelry, photography, table settings and fiber arts.

Orange County Sand and Sea is getting a glow-up this year! Peek at our beautiful and mouthwatering culinary entries, explore a touch tank, dive into virtual reality and discover iconic beachside landmarks in this exhibit in the OC Promenade. 

Also in the Promenade, Raising Cane’s presents an updated Crafts Corner, with coloring pages, temporary tattoos and other engaging crafts for little hands.

Experience a war that shaped a generation through a rich collection of artifacts, personal stories and historical facts at Heroes Hall’s featured exhibit, "Echoes of Conflict: Remembering Vietnam." Head upstairs to peruse the updated permanent exhibit, "The SAAAB Story," which celebrates the history and impact of the Santa Ana Army Air Base and those who served in World War II. While you're there, don't forget to write a postcard to active-duty service members and veterans, and attend the nightly performance of Taps. Then, take a stroll through the flourishing Serenity Walk, planted to honor veterans and provide a place for rest and reflection for the greater community.

For all our Fairgoers, no matter how you Find Your Happy this year, we have a few special events planned to unite our community. So, gather your loved ones and celebrate with us!

OC Fair is partnering with Community Action Partnership of Orange County for OC Fair Cares. Every Thursday, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., donate canned food at the Blue or Green Gates for a chance to win prizes from Raising Cane’s, AAA and more.

Show your OC flair at the OC Fair and join us for We Are OC! A Cultural Celebration at Plaza Pacifica on the last day of the Fair, Aug. 17, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

On Saturday, Aug. 9, we will celebrate Pride with Out at the Fair from noon to 6 p.m. at the Plaza Pacifica Stage. Wear your snazziest outfits, bring your smiley-est faces and get ready to sing and dance the day away! We can’t wait to see you there.

Lace up those sneakers and run, walk or skip through the OC Fairgrounds on Sunday, Aug. 10, at the OC Fair Fun Run 5K and 1.1 Mile Detour Dash starting at 8 a.m.

Whether you ride a bus, bike or horse to the Fair this year, we can’t wait to see you and help you discover all the ways you can Find Your Happy!

Tickets are on sale now and daily capacity is limited; advance admission purchase is required. The best part about buying online: no fees on admission tickets. Visit ocfair.com/tickets to purchase. Tickets are good only for the dates purchased; please choose days carefully - no refunds. Fairgoers should make sure to get tickets for special days and group outings now, as days could sell out.

Performances in Pacific Amphitheatre, The Hangar and Action Sports Arena during the run of the OC Fair include same-day Fair admission. Post-Fair ticket holders are invited to visit the Fair on any Wednesday or Thursday between July 18 - Aug. 17. Tickets are on sale now. For more information, visit ocfair.com/entertainment.

OCTA will continue to offer the OC Fair Express! Skip the traffic and parking and take the bus to fun for only $4 round trip! Buses depart for the Fair on Saturdays and Sundays from the following five locations: Anaheim ARTIC, Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center, Fullerton Transportation Center, Goldenwest Transportation Center (Huntington Beach) and the Laguna Hills Transit Center. So, hop on, hang tight and let the OC Fair Express whisk you away to funnel cakes and Ferris wheels.

Do I have to purchase my tickets in advance?

Yes. Tickets are available through Etix; you will be able to select dates between July 18 and Aug. 17 (closed Monday and Tuesday). Dates may sell out. There are no transaction fees for Fair admission tickets!

What if I buy tickets for the wrong day?

Tickets sold through Etix are non-refundable. Please select your ticket date carefully before purchasing.

Can I transfer my tickets?

Yes, through Etix. Please contact Etix regarding problems with transfers or other ticketing issues.

Will tickets be available at the gate?

No. We cannot guarantee tickets will be available for purchase at the gate during the run of the OC Fair. Please purchase tickets online in advance. We'd hate to have to turn you away if we are at full capacity. Parking fees are non-refundable.

Will the OC Fair Express buses or Experian shuttles be available this year?

Take an OCTA bus from one of five locations directly to the Fair. Advance ticket purchase for the OC Fair is required prior to boarding. Bus fare is $2 one way or $4 round-trip on Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 a.m., and Sundays from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m., depending on location. Youth 18 and under ride for free. For more information, visit ocfairexpress.com.

Where can I access my ride-sharing or ride-hailing services?

Drop-off and pick-up for ride-sharing or ride-hailing services is located at Gate 1 off of Fair Drive.

Where is the Access Bus drop-off and pick-up?

Drop-off and pick-up for Access Bus users is located at Gate 8 off of Arlington Drive.

Will you be selling a season pass this year?

The Every Day Passport is available for $60 and includes admission to the OC Fair any day or every day with no restrictions. Quantities are limited. To purchase, visit ocfair.com/everydaypass.

Will you offer discounts or free admission days?

The Every Day Passport allows Fairgoers to come any day or every day of the Fair for $60 with no restrictions. Quantities are limited.

The extraordinarily popular $5 Taste of the Fair returns, offering sample-sized food options daily till 4 p.m. Come early and sample as many tasty foods as your heart desires for $5 each.

Will you have unlimited ride wristbands?

Unlimited ride wristbands are on sale now for Wednesdays and Thursdays. Wristbands include unlimited rides and two free games from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. (see additional offer details).

Can I buy concert tickets at the box office?

Yes. The Pacific Amphitheatre Box Office at the OC Fairgrounds is open Wednesday–Friday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. through July 17.

Tickets for all OC Fair/ Pacific Amphitheatre events and shows are also available online at Etix or ocfair.com/tickets.