What's happening at the Fairgrounds in August and September, including post-Fair shows |
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The annual OC Fair is over but the Fairgrounds will continue to host great events in the coming months! Here's what's in store for August and September. |
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Boy George & Culture Club Berlin, Aug. 18
When: Thursday, Aug. 18, 7:30 p.m.
How much: Tickets are $47.50-$92.50. This performance takes place after the OC Fair; Fair admission is not included.
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Cole Swindell / Honey County, Aug. 19
When: Friday, Aug. 19, 7:30 p.m.
How much: Tickets are $47.50-$87.50. This performance takes place after the OC Fair; Fair admission is not included.
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Steve Miller Band, Aug. 25
When: Thursday, Aug. 25, 8:15 p.m.
How much: Tickets are $55-$100. This performance takes place after the OC Fair; Fair admission is not included.
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Ramon Ayala / Conjunto Primavera, Aug. 28
When: Sunday, Aug. 28, 7:30 p.m.
How much: Tickets are $40-$80. This performance takes place after the OC Fair; Fair admission is not included.
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Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo / Ann Wilson (from Heart), Aug. 31
When: Wednesday, Aug. 31, 7:30 p.m.
How much: Tickets are $45-$85. This performance takes place after the OC Fair; Fair admission is not included.
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Jackson Browne, Sept. 3
When: Saturday, Sept. 3, 7:30 p.m.
How much: Tickets are $50-$90. Special post-Fair show, Fair admission not included
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Pacific Amphitheatre Box Office hours |
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When: The box office will be open various hours through Sept. 3:
Aug.15 -21
Wednesday, Saturday & Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Thursday & Friday, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.
(Closed Monday & Tuesday)
Aug. 22-28
Wednesday, Friday & Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Thursday & Sunday, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.
(Closed Monday & Tuesday)
Aug. 29-Sept. 3
Wednesday & Saturday, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.
Thursday & Friday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
(Closed Monday & Tuesday)
How much: Free admission and parking; let parking attendant know you are going to the box office
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MORE AT THE OC FAIRGROUNDS |
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Fight Club OC, Aug. 25
Pro Boxing & MMA live.
When: Thursday, Aug. 25 – doors open at 6 p.m., first fight at 7 p.m. (Baja Blues happy hour is from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.)
Where: OC Fair & Event Center – The Hangar
How much: $60 general admission. Parking is $10; enter at Gate 1.
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Gem Faire, Aug. 26-28
Nearly 200 exhibitors from around the world. Jewelry repair, cleaning & ring sizing while you shop.
When: Friday, Aug. 26, noon-6 p.m. (wholesale preview 10 a.m.-noon)
Saturday, Aug. 27, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Sunday, Aug. 28, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: OC Fair & Event Center – Costa Mesa Building & Santa Ana Pavilion
How much: $7 general admission; free for kids age 11 and younger. Parking is $10.
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Repticon, Aug. 27-28
Repticon features vendors offering reptile pets, supplies, feeders, cages, and merchandise as well as live animal seminars and raffles. Exciting, educational, family-oriented fun for everyone!
When: Saturday, Aug. 27, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. & Sunday, Aug. 28, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: OC Fair & Event Center – Huntington Beach Building
How much: Ticket options are $15 adult for all day, both days / $12 adult for all day Saturday OR Sunday / $10 adult for Saturday after 1 p.m. ($6 children ages 5-12 any ticket, 4 and under are free)
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Costa Mesa Speedway, Aug. 27
Harley Night #2 / Speedway / Sidecars
When: Saturday, Aug. 27 – Gates open at 6 p.m., first race at 7:30 p.m.
Where: OC Fair & Event Center – Action Sports Arena
How much: $20 general admission; $10 for kids ages 3-12; free for kids 2 and younger. Parking is $10 for cars and motorcycles.
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K-PLAY FEST, Sept. 3-4
K-PLAY! FEST has plenty of activities in store with a scavenger hunt and fashion show, and attendees will be sure to experience new K-Pop fan favorite activities.
When: Sept. 3-4, 11 a.m.-8 p.m.
Where: OC Fair & Event Center – Main Mall + buildings, The Hangar, Lot I
How much: $15 general admission, parking is $10
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Heroes Hall Speaker Series, Sept. 10
The Formation of the Tuskegee Airmen: First Black Fighter Pilots of WWII is the final installment in the series.
When: Saturday, Sept. 10, 11 a.m.
Where: OC Fair & Event Center – Heroes Hall Museum
How much: Free admission and parking. No RSVP necessary.
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Orange County Wine Festival, Sept. 10-11
Orange County Wine Fest is bringing a diverse group of wine from around the world under one roof. From crisp, refreshing whites to deep-flavored reds you’ll find plenty to discover and love.
When: Sept. 10-11
Session 1: Saturday, Sept. 10, noon-3 p.m.
Session 2: Saturday, Sept. 10, 5-8 p.m.
Session 3: Sunday, Sept. 11, noon-3 p.m.
Where: OC Fair & Event Center – The Hangar
How much: Tickets are $60, parking is $10.
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Costa Mesa Speedway: Knobby Night, Sept. 10
Knobby Night / Speedway / Juniors
When: Saturday, Sept. 10 – Gates open at 6 p.m., first race at 7:30 p.m.
Where: OC Fair & Event Center – Action Sports Arena
How much: $20 general admission; $10 for kids ages 3-12; free for kids 2 and younger. Parking is $10 for cars and motorcycles.
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California Wedding & Bridal Expo, Sept. 11
The Bridal & Wedding Expo features an amazing selection of wedding professionals ready to help you find the perfect gown, reception venue, invitations, photographer, music, menu, honeymoon destination, and much more!
When: Sunday, Sept. 11, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: OC Fair & Event Center – Costa Mesa Building
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Sand Sports Super Show, Sept. 16-18
Hundreds of exhibitors and thousands of attendees come together for the biggest dune and dirt sports expo in the world. It's three days of fun and get up-close to the latest Sand Rails, UTVs, ATVs, Side x Sides, accessories, apparel and more.
When: Friday, Sept. 16, 4-10 p.m.
Saturday, Sept. 17, 9 a.m.-7 p.m.
Sunday, Sept. 18, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: OC Fair & Event Center – Enter at Gate 3 off Fairview
How much: Online general admission (through Sept. 15): $16 for one day, $33 for the weekend. Prices increase starting Sept. 16 and at the door. Parking is $10.
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Cruisin' for a Cure Car Show, Sept. 24
More than 3,000 hot rods, classics, muscle cars, exotics, customs, trucks, corvettes, motorcycles and more. Cars will cruise inside the fairgrounds on a 1.5-mile course. Event will feature live music, 100+ vendors, food, prizes. Monies raised goes to the KSK Cancer Center of Irvine for prostate cancer research.
When: Sept. 24, 6 a.m.-4 p.m.
Gate 4 will open at 5 a.m. to stage cars; cars will be directed to Green Gate at 6 a.m. Open to spectators at 6 a.m.
Where: OC Fair & Event Center
How much: $17 admission; free for children 12 and younger. Parking is $10.
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Costa Mesa Speedway, Sept. 24
Speedway / Sidecars / Juniors
When: Saturday, Sept. 24 – Gates open at 6 p.m., first race at 7:30 p.m.
Where: OC Fair & Event Center – Action Sports Arena
How much: $20 general admission; $10 for kids ages 3-12; free for kids 2 and younger. Parking is $10 for cars and motorcycles.
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Ongoing events at the fairgrounds |
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Farmers Market, every Thursday
Shop local at this OC Farm Bureau-certified farmers market featuring produce, fresh flowers, fish, hummus, honey, hot sauce and more. Some vendors also sell hot food for lunch such as tamales and tacos/burritos.
Hours: Thursdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Where on the fairgrounds: Outdoors in Lot D
How much: Free admission and parking; let parking attendant know you are going to the Farmers Market.
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Centennial Farm, reopening Aug. 22
Centennial Farm will be closed Aug. 15-21, but will reopen Aug. 22. Visit our three-acre working farm, which features seasonal crops, farm animals and knowledgeable staff.
Where on the fairgrounds: Centennial Farm is on the south side of our property
How much: Free admission and parking
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Heroes Hall Museum, reopening Aug. 24
Heroes Hall Museum will be closed Aug. 15-23, but will reopen Aug. 24-Sept. 16. Visit our museum to view the latest exhibits and learn about local veterans.
Where on the fairgrounds: Heroes Hall is next to Centennial Farm
How much: Free admission and parking
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OC Fair & Event Center in Costa Mesa, CA, is home to the annual OC Fair and Imaginology. Year-round attractions include Centennial Farm, Table of Dignity, Heroes Hall and Pacific Amphitheatre. Throughout the year, events ranging from recreation shows to cultural festivals are held at the fairgrounds.
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