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Orange County Fair Costa Mesa California
The Orange County Fair happens each year from mid July to early August in Costa Mesa, California. The Orange County fair has been around for over 100 years. Back in the early days the fair was more about farming and agriculture although fair visitors did enjoy some horse racing. The fair moved around to several different Orange County locations until 1949 when it settled down at the old army base in Costa Mesa. The army is long gone but the OC fair gets bigger and better each year. For three weeks each summer almost one million people visit the Orange County Fair. Attractions at the fair included the usual carnival rides and games including a huge ferris wheel, roller coaster, water ride, and games of skill. If you like rides get an unlimited ride wristband and save money over individual ride tickets. Getting twisted and turned upside down should work up quite an appetite and the fair has plenty of places to satisfy your hunger. Food vendors sell ever tying from deep fried twinkies to frog legs. Of course you can also get hot dogs and burgers if your not into eating unusual food. The Orange County Fair features competitions including best art, vegetables, fruit, animals, flowers, home arts , wood working, etc. Each winner receives a ribbon and in some cases a cash award.
 
   
Entertainment at the OC fair includes concerts and daily events. Free shows are held at the Action Sports Arena and are seating is first come first serve. Listen for announcements and head to the arena early to get a good seat. Some of the free shows are Skateboarding, Tribute Bands, Mixed Martial Arts, Demo Derby and Bull-Riding. During the fair there are several money saving promotions. One of the most popular is kids 12 and under receive fee admission every Thursday. The Orange County Fair is a great place to spend the day or evening. Where else can you enjoy concerts, live animals, rides, great food, performing arts and art exhibits for an affordable price.
The Orange County Fair is located at 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, California 92626. www.ocfair.com
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