OC Fair: From sheep to Squishmallows

The OC Fair is back with new thrill rides (like Windsurf and Moonraker) and new food (like the waffle cone with buffalo chicken and mac and cheese).

The OC Fair is back with new thrill rides (like Windsurf and Moonraker) and new food (like the waffle cone with buffalo chicken and mac and cheese). There are also over 35 carnival games where you can win prizes like a Squishmallow – this year’s favorite stuffed toy.

Enjoy dueling pianos at the new “Piano Madness” feature. Learn how to keep bees, milk cows and arrange flowers.

The OC Fair runs through Aug. 15. Advance ticket purchase is required. For more information, visit ocfair.com or download the OC Fair 2021 mobile app.


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