The Ferris wheel stands tall, ready for riders; thousands of stuffed animals are waiting for the winners to take them home; you can almost smell the kettle corn.
It is time for the 2023 OC Fair, which opens at 11 a.m. on Friday, July 14, for its 23-day run at the fairgrounds in Costa Mesa.
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More than 1 million people are expected to visit the fair over the next four weeks, feeding their adrenaline needs on the midway, shopping for their next favorite gadget in the products buildings, taking delight in the sounds of crunching cars in the demolition derby and otherwise enjoying the vast selection of entertainment available.
Here is what you need to know to park, pay and get inside:
When and where is the 2023 OC Fair?
The 23-day OC Fair kicks off July 14 and continues through Aug. 13; it is closed Monday and Tuesdays.
Hours are 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays and 11 a.m. to midnight on Fridays and Saturdays.
The OC Fair & Event Center is at 88 Fair Drive in Costa Mesa; just off the 55 Freeway.
How much is admission?
General admission has increased slightly this year; entry now costs $13 on Wednesdays and Thursdays and $15 on Fridays and weekends.
Ages 60 and older pay $9 any day, as do those 6 to 12. Ages 5 and younger are free.
This is the key part: Admission is capped and tickets need to be purchased online ahead of time. Several days did sell out last year, so you will want to plan your trip. Dates with popular acts at the Pacific Amphitheatre and The Hangar tend to be among the days that sell out.
New this year is the Every Day Passport available for $60, which has no restrictions on what days or what time you can visit the fair. There are a limited number available.
What kind of discounts are available?
With the cap on daily admission at about 45,000 visitors, the fair is not offering the discounted and free ticket options it once did.
Tickets for shows at the
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