OC Fair Costa Mesa - Information
The OC Fair returns from July 14th until August 13th, 2023, in the beautiful city of Costa Mesa, California.
One of the top ten largest fairs in the U.S., the OC Fair has no shortage of rides, carnival games, animals, arts and crafts, beer, food, and live music!
Attend a concert at Pacific Amphitheater or The Hangar and get free Fair admission!
This year's theme is "Happy Together" and Orange County is ready to celebrate summer together with you at the biggest event of the year.
Make sure to get your tickets online as advanced ticket reservations are required.
General Information
The 2023 OC Fair runs July 14 through August 13.
OC Fair Hours
Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday: 11 a.m. - 11 p.m.
Friday & Saturday : 11 a.m. - Midnight
Monday - Tuesday: Closed
Pacific Amphitheatre Box Office Hours
Saturday - Sunday, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.
Things to Do
MAKE A PLAN OR LET YOUR FAIR ADVENTURE UNFOLD AS YOU EXPLORE THE THRILLS OF SUMMER FAIR FUN.
The 2023 OC Fair will be over in a blink of an eye! Take a look at all there is to do and see over the 31-day run of the Fair. You'll want to hear music, check out the amazing vendors, marvel at the exhibits, and visit all the competitions to see who takes the blue ribbon home!
Enjoy all the OC Fair has to offer, only in Costa Mesa. Plus, see Costa Mesa Hotel Deals if you're hitting a late-night concert at Pacific Amphitheatre or just spending extra time trying to win that big carnival prize!
Buy Tickets
The only way to attend this year's OC Fair is to purchase tickets in advance. For safety purposes, there will be limited capacity. Be sure to check out the great deals and discounts on carnival tickets, rides, and food tastings.
Park your wagon and come on in!
See special offers if you're staying late!
Get your tickets to ride
See a concert, get FREE fair admission
Fab tribute bands and more!
Adrenaline-pumping fun
Discounts
Save money at the OC Fair! Discounts are honored during the specified dates. Please arrive early to enjoy all promotions.
Freebie alert! All reserved seats in the Pacific Amphitheatre and The Hangar include FREE Fair admission.
2023 OC Fair Competitions
and Contests
A county fair isn't complete without the competition pies, quilts, paintings and giant pumpkins. Every year at the OC Fair, the community's gardens, bakers, and artisans of all ages and types come together to share their talents with Fairgoers.
Watch competitions to win the coveted blue ribbon or visit one of the OC Fair's competitive galleries.
Food Fun in 2023
Get a sampling of food and treats for only $4 each every Thursday from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.! Fun-sized samples include funnel cake, tri-tip, lemonade, cinnamon rolls, tacos, gelato, cotton candy and more. Plus, sample an array of award-winning wines at The Courtyard Wine Seminars presented by the Orange County Wine Society. On weekends, wine enthusiasts can enjoy themed seminars that offer each paid participant eight 1 oz. tastings, a commemorative glass and assorted nibbles. Seminar does not include OC Fair admission.
OC Fair Hours
OC Fair Hours
Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday: 11 a.m. - 11 p.m.
Friday & Saturday: 11 a.m. - Midnight
Monday - Tuesday: Closed
Pacific Amphitheatre Box Office Hours
Wednesday - Sunday, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.
Admission & Parking
Single-day admission tickets are available online with no service fees through Ticketmaster.com. General admission tickets range from $9 for youths 6-12, $9 for seniors and start at $13 for adults ($15 on weekends). This year, buy an OC Fair Every Day Passport and enjoy the Fair all day, every day for one price of $60.
OC Fair Maps & Directions
In Orange County
The 5, 22, 73, 91 and 405 Freeways all connect with the Newport (55)
South Freeway. Exit Del Mar/Fair Drive.
From Los Angeles
5 South or 405 South to 55 South. Exit Del Mar/Fair Drive.
From Riverside
91 West to 55 South. Exit Del Mar/Fair Drive.
From San Diego
5 North to 405 North to 55 South. Exit Del Mar/Fair Drive.
