The fair is open Wednesdays through Sundays through Aug. 17; a new event, We are OC! A Cultural Celebration will close out ...

Orange County Register photographers capture August events and moments from the OC Fair, first day of school, high school ...

The OC Wine Society is hosting its 49th annual Wine Courtyard where fairgoers can take a break in the shade with a taste, or full glass, of wine.

Fairgoers enjoyed the sweet sip in droves, while Mom’s Bakeshoppe made 138,000 chocolate chip cookies from scratch.

A ride at the Orange County fair that is similar to the one in Ohio that was the site of a fatal accident was shut down and reinspected as a precaution, officials said.

The OC Fair’s Red Light Brass Band, a New Orleans-style jazz band, plays for people attending the fair on Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025, in Costa Mesa. (Photo by Mark Rightmire, Orange County Register ...

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Enjoy a bevy of fair goodies, including the new cream puffs, for $5 during select hours.

The O.C. Fair officially opened its doors at noon on Friday. It'll feature deep-fried foods, carnival rides, live music and a petting zoo.