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For many Southern Californians, summer officially begins the moment the OC Fair gates open.
THE MIDWAY GUIDE
This year, the Fair returns July 17 through Aug. 16 with more than 100 food vendors, dozens of exclusive menu items and an expanded lineup of global flavors, over-the-top desserts and longtime fair favorites. Whether visitors come searching for outrageous creations or nostalgic comfort food, organizers say there will be something for every appetite.
DON’T MISS Pacific Amphitheater Concerts Giant Ferris Wheel Livestock Barn
The 2026 lineup reflects changing food trends while embracing the indulgent spirit that has made fair cuisine famous. Korean-inspired snacks, Middle Eastern street food, creative baked potatoes and deep-fried desserts share the spotlight with roasted corn, lemonade and carnival classics.
SUMMER HAS NEVER TASTED SO GOOD
Garden Exhibits Nightly Carnival Lights
MUST TRY THIS YEAR Fried Tiramisu Shawarma Fry Cone
NEW AND EXCLUSIVE FLAVORS
From outrageous new creations and global flavors to deep-fried classics and family favorites, the 2026 OC Fair is serving up one of its biggest culinary celebrations ever.
Street Corn Baked Potato
From the viral Chocolate Chip Croffle to the savory French Onion 10 Pound Bun and the Sweet Maple Butter Popcorn Cone, this year’s exclusives are as creative as they are craveable.
Fried Mangonada Chocolate Chip Croffle French Onion Ten Pound Bun
CHICKEN CHARLIE’S TURNS 30!
DON’T LEAVE WITHOUT
Celebrate 30 years with four new items, including Fried Mangonada, Shawarma Fry Cone, Parmesan Garlic Fry Cone, and the OC fair exclusive Deep Fried Tiramisu.
Riding the Giant Ferris Wheel
POTATO PALOOZA
Visiting the livestock barns
Watching the sunset over the midway Trying one outrageous new food Seeing a concert
Loaded, stacked, and unstoppable. Try The Street Corn Baked Potato, Chili Mac ‘n’ Cheese Potato, BrocStar Potato, and more. Even a smaller potato is available through the $5 Taste of Fair!
Ending the night under the lights
PLAN YOUR VISIT
MORE NEW FAIR FAVORITES
DATES July 17- Aug. 16 HOURS Wed., Thu. & Sun.: 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. Fri. & Sat.: 11 a.m. - Midnight
Peanut Butter & Jelly Bacon Cheeseburger, Korean Corn Dogs, Dubai Deep-Fried Oreo, Porkpalooza Pizza, Dutch Fries with black truffle mayo, and so much more.
MORE VALUE, MORE CHOICES $5 Taste Of Fair daily until 5 p.m., plus more vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options than ever.
FAIR FOOD BY THE NUMBERS JULY 17AUG. 16
100+ FOOD VENDORS
GLOBAL FLAVORS
$5 TASTE OF FAIR DAILY UNTIL 5 P.M.
PRE-FAIR PRICES THROUGH JULY 16 Adults: $13 weekdays, $15 weekends Youth (6-12) $9 daily Seniors (65+) $9 daily
Adults: $13 weekdays; $18 weekends Youth (6-12): $9 daily Seniors (65+): $10 daily Children 5 and younger: Free
Children 5 and under: Free
Every Day Passports are available for $60 while supplies last and provide access any day of the Fair with no blackout dates. Special value bundles are available until opening day.
GET YOUR TICKETS NOW!
FAIR PRICES STARTING JULY 17
PARKING
$15 General Parking
For tickets, promotions, and complete event informations visit
OCFAIR.COM
& EVENT CENTER COSTA MESA Home to the annual OC fair and year-round, events, attractions, and concerts