OC Fair & Event Center
- About
- History
- Shortly after Orange County was founded in 1889, the Orange County Community Fair Corporation was formed. This group put on a small fair in 1890 that included a horse race and a few exhibits in Santa Ana. In 1894, another group, the Orange County Fair Association, Inc., took over. The first Orange County Fairs were primarily livestock exhibitions and horse races. At the turn of the century, a “carnival of products” was added and the Fair became an annual event. The Fair was held in Santa Ana until after World War I when it was moved to Huntington Beach for two years and then back to temporary grounds on East Fruit Street in Santa Ana. In 1916, the Fair was taken over by the newly organized Orange County Farm Bureau. The first OC Fair Board was elected in 1925 and the Fair relocated to Anaheim, across the street from the Orange County Hospital. In 1925, a rodeo and carnival were added to the Fair. The OC Fair has grown from a small, five-day celebration to a 23-day festival that is one of Orange County’s most eagerly awaited annual events.
- Additional Info
- Things to leave at home To promote a safe, secure and enjoyable environment, all fairgoers are subject to bag/package checks, as well as magnetic wanding. Any dangerous, unlawful or prohibited items that are surrendered at the gate will not be returned. Please leave these items at home: • Cans or glass bottles • Hard-sided coolers • Clothing or exposed tattoos that are indecent • Pets or other animals with the exception of service animals as defined by the ADA • Outside alcohol • Selfie sticks • Photography tripods or professional camera equipment • Drones or remote-controlled surveillance devices • Guns, knives, stun-guns, tasers, mace, pepper spray, tear gas or any other firearms or weapons, regardless of whether the guest holds a concealed weapons permit • Narcotics or other illegal substances • No smoking or vaping at the OC Fair
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