What to Know
- 2026 OC Fair
- July 17-Aug. 16, Wednesday through Sunday
- OC Fair & Event Center
- Costa Mesa
- $13 general daily admission Wednesday and Thursday; $18 general daily admission Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
- $9 senior 65 and older and kids ages 5 to 12; kids under 5 may enter for free
While a sizable and robust county fair does have plenty of pleasures that require funds — those iconic turkey legs are one appetizing example, as are the lively games of the midway — visitors can usually discover a host of offerings that are included with the price of admission.
Literally, and truly, a whole huge host, with cool craft demonstrations, adorable animal sightings, and exquisite floral displays giving fair goers plenty to savor without any dollars departing their pockets.
OC Fair, which begins its month-long run July 17, has long trumpeted its terrific array of pay-nothing diversions, and the 2026 event will be brimming-to-bursting with complimentary-style splendor…