News Summary
The OC Fair at Costa Mesa will run from July 18 to August 17, offering a memorable experience with its ‘Find Your Happy’ theme. Visitors can enjoy an array of new culinary delights, including bacon-themed treats and light options for various dietary preferences. The fair also introduces a $5 tasting menu and features exciting attractions and entertainment, encouraging attendees to plan their visits in advance due to expected demand.
Costa Mesa Gears Up for the Thrilling OC Fair 2025
The OC Fair will be held from July 18 to August 17, 2025, at the Costa Mesa fairgrounds, promising an exciting experience for over a million visitors. The theme for this year’s fair, titled “Find Your Happy,” aims to encourage attendees to indulge in joy and delight.
New Culinary Delights and Traditional Favorites
Among the many attractions, the food offerings will feature a range of new bacon-themed delicacies that are set to tantalize taste buds. Notable items include a bacon-wrapped carnitas burrito, bacon-flavored cotton candy served on a pork belly stick, and a unique bacon cheddar donut.
In addition to the bacon-inspired creations, the fair will showcase a variety of other food items such as mozzarella meatballs on a stick, cactus tacos, tres leches cinnamon rolls, Dubai chocolate brownies, and Dubai chocolate strawberry cups. Attendees can also find traditional fair fare, including funnel cake, turkey legs, and roasted corn.
For those seeking lighter options, the fair is offering vegan pastries, veggie and avocado tacos, and fresh salads to cater to diverse dietary preferences.
Affordable Tasting Options Available
A unique aspect of the fair will be a $5 tasting menu available daily from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. This option allows visitors to sample select dishes from various vendors at an affordable price. Additionally, there will be a special event called “Taste of Fair Food,” which permits attendees to try smaller portions of popular food items for just $3 on Thursdays during specified hours.
Planning Your Visit: Tickets and Capacity Management
To ensure an enjoyable experience for all, tickets for the OC Fair must be purchased in advance, helping to manage capacity and reduce wait times. The ticket prices start at $9 for children ages 6 to 12, with different pricing options for adults. Historically, the fair has attracted over a million visitors annually, with some days selling out quickly, making it advisable for attendees to plan their visits ahead of time.
Attractions Beyond Food
The fair will also feature an array of thrilling attractions, including numerous rides with exhilarating names such as OMG, Raptor, and Sky Flyer. Other entertainment and activities will include shopping opportunities, a petting zoo, pig races, lawn mower races, a 5K race, and live concerts, ensuring there is something for everyone to enjoy.
This year, several new food vendors will debut their offerings, including Tom’s Puff & Pie and Rowdy’s Root Beer, contributing to the wide variety of unique and extravagant fair food options available.
Conclusion
With its exciting theme and a plethora of culinary and entertainment options, the OC Fair 2025 promises to be a delightful experience for all attendees. From extravagant bacon treats to traditional favorites and thrilling rides, the fair aims to provide joy and celebration for the community. Visitors are encouraged to prepare for an unforgettable month filled with fun, flavor, and festivities at the Costa Mesa fairgrounds.
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Additional Resources
- LAist: New at the OC Fair – Bacon Cotton Candy & Bacon Wrapped Burritos
- NBC Los Angeles: OC Fair’s Quirky Cuisine
- OC Register: New Foods at the OC Fair 2024
- Los Angeles Times: Reporter’s Notebook on OC Fair
- Thrillist: Top 10 Craziest Foods at the OC Fair
- Wikipedia: Orange County Fair
- Google Search: OC Fair 2025
- Google Scholar: California State Fairs
- Encyclopedia Britannica: State Fair
- Google News: OC Fair 2025
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