OC Fair & Event Center Review

Eh its alright, get ready to pay high prices for everything starting from parking to fair entrance tickets

Parking is not clearly labeled and event signage is not always visible from the street; this can make parking very difficult. Grounds are pretty; however some areas are far better maintained than others.

Julio was awesome. Would deal with him again. Great representative and really helpful.

Been going here for years. The swapmeet used to be large. Now its maybe half the size sometimes a third. Don't go very much anymore as it's not worth the drive. Usually only go when there's something in particular I want. No more browsing for the afternoon.

Sunday Funday at the OC Fair this place is great entertainment little pricey though.

AKC Dog show had a good first time show could have used a few more friendly people to assist with my first time exhibitor

Loved the fair! Had more fun then at the LA Fair. Can't wait for next year

Winter fest is so fun! Ice skating, tubing, great hot chocolate!

Super Fun Time at the OC fair...Cleanest bathrooms I have ever seen at a fair

I still like San Diego county fair better, but this one was o.k.

Come here a few times a year (swap meet). The number of vendors on site can be hit or miss. Have been here when its packed, and have seen probably less than 50% of the spaces with vendors. If you walk around, and know specifically what you are looking for, you can find good deals. Need to shop though. You can find like items at multiple vendors with much different prices.

To all the whiners, Don't care about "the old days"!!: I LOVE THE FAIR!!

I live LA & work in blooming Downtown LA and attend at least 10 days each year. I make a point not to miss the GREAT cover bands and sanctioned artist interpretations from MJ, Prince, to ABBA, Queen and David Bowie.

My Day 1 routine involves ribbon fries covered in cheese sauce. I prepare for it by having tea and a light breakfast & salad for lunch. Day 2 is Funnel Cake. I tend to stay away from the trendy "deep fried (fill in the blank)" items, though. The 18inch corn dog is a new tradition started last year. I'll have to get that on Thursday.

As it is once a year I make a point to enjoy it. The LA Fair is too far and way, way too hot & dusty. Yes it "realer" as the old folks say but parking is expensive and not very well managed.

As I have friends in the OC, the Fair serves a dual purpose of overall fun and time together.

swap meet seems to have fewer and fewer vendors every time we go

They have many discounts for kids, students, veterans and seniors. And specials for certain days. It's a fun break from day to day life, and don't forget sunscreen.

Mom's bake shopping has the best chocolate cookies ever. Then I had the fresh cinnamon roll, an OC classic. Top it off with a frozen lemonade, Ahhhhh....

This place was really fun! My family had a terrific day here!

Great venue for the fair and other events. Lots of parking.

Had a good time, had fun shopping, and had the best frozen banana ever!

I like the OC fair, and how they had misters when it was hot

Who the F $!@ has ever heard of a fair being closed for a day?? You have a grand opening on Friday then close on Monday! Ridiculous! !!

Went to the office Fair and it was awesome like always

I attended a bridal fair at the OC Fair & Event Center. The one thing I really liked is this fairgrounds is huge. Multiple entrances and plenty of space to park. Whenever you have event like this, it s always good to know where you are going. They had plenty of signs and staff directing people do you don t get lost or frustrated

First time to the OC Fair and I loved it took my 3 kids on the opening day and they enjoyed themselves (well at least 2 of them since my one year was too small to go on any of the rides except the carousel...) definitely coming back enjoyed it more than the LA Fair.

Its fantastic every year. Just wish they would get new vendors.

Great variety of food, gas, drinks, shopping. Very crowded but that's a given. Super fun for family's.

The fair is an awesome place to bring the whole family. Be prepared to spend some cash because food, rides and games get pricey. The live entertainment is definitely fun to watch, especially the hypnotist!

Fun but almost overhelming with the amount of things squashed into one place.

Lots of food options, went through their art gallery which was amazing, they had live farm animals, a butterfly exhibit was super cool, lots of space and rides

Went to see the Urban Legends Halloween drive thru and it was so disappointing I'm actually upset at the amount I spent to see this show. I was promised scares and fun and was met with poor acting and nothing of horror at all. The description for this drive thru was misleading and would request a refund if they were available. I can see now why they aren't refundable.

Nice fair ground. I ve been working twice around there for a couple of months. A lot off events during whole year. Worth the check

I like any event held here. Weather in Costa Mesa is almost always pleasant there is plenty of parking, restrooms room for the crowds. The weekly swap meet is also a real treat.

Love this place for the tribute bands that play during the summer over the weekends. Fun stuff. I'll return often as long as the live music continues.

We had a great time make sure to wear a hat and sunscren

Jam packed with rides and amazing, diet busting food. The Traxxas show was super fun for my toddler. My only complaint is how subjective the height requirements seem. Hopefully you're 3 and a half feet tall, otherwise plan on lots of games!

The fair was awesome. It wasn't to hot. We had some food it was delicious especially the Australian fried potatoes I recommend you get that. Make sure you get the bucket it's the best deal come to the jalapeno cheese sauce and Ranch it was delish. it was awesome they had a rock and roll karaoke show real band you get the same got up there and have some fun me and my daughter. how we had a blast I recommend that anybody who has little kids to take him there.

They have a lot eatery and different places to eat but they are so expensive.

I have seen at least five concerts and they have all been a great experience

I don t know where to post this, but this is good enough. The OC fair staff are generally friendly, but there a certain few who don t understand how wheel chairs work. My girlfriend and I visited, and she has to ride in a wheelchair due to her chronic pain issues. When we got on the Skyride, the staff letting us on were generally friendly and let us leave the wheelchair at the front. They radioed to the other side of the ride, telling them that we were on a round-trip ride since obviously my girlfriend can t get off. However, once we got to the other side, we were forced off and told to wait in line even though she couldn t physically stand. So yea, 1 star for inconsiderate staff

Alot of awesome venues and event. Cool atmosphere and people also the performances. Chill and laid back event

The Urban Legends Halloween drive thru haunt was not good at all, 2 stars for effort, but seriously, need way way way more Improvements on EVERYTHING.

The annual Tet Festival and OC Fair hosted at this location is great!

What has happened to the fair?! It is so expensive now!! It's seriously $15 per ride. And the game's cost anywhere from $10 to $15 for one turn. :-( the food is good but again these prices are outrageous. We used to like to spend a couple hundred at the fair, but not from just walking down the street! It was $5 for one ear of corn.

I go to the fair for fair food and this place doesn't disappoint!

Went to the Japanese festival there a couple of months ago.. it was not worth it. It was super hot, no shade and there wasn t much to see

Scottish Festival 2019 was awesome!!! Only ever been to the swap-meet (amazing!)

Recommend!

Sucks that they like to nickle and dime you on parking for small events