November 2013 at the OC Fair & Event Center
November 1st:
The Electric Run is the nation's premier, nighttime 5k run/walk experience, where participants are an integrated part of the show. With immersive "lands" of light and sound that transport the participant into an electric wonderland, Electric Run promises to transport the mind, body and soul to a new world in a healthy and drug-free way.
Hours: Friday 7-10 p.m.
Admission/Registration: Teams (4+) $40-$65 per person, Individual $45-$70
Parking: $10
Information: electricrun.com
November 1-3
The Woodworking Show
For 30 years, The Woodworking Show has provided woodworkers an outlet for their passion through tools, education and a unique sense of community with a hands-on trade show for woodworkers across the U.S.
Hours: Friday Noon-6 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Admission: Day-Of $12, Online or With Coupon $10
Parking: $7
Information: thewoodworkingshows.com, (800) 826-8257, info@thewoodworkingshows.com
November 2
Centennial Farm Free Garden Class “Urban Chickens Demystified:” American Poultry Association (APA) Members Therry Vargas and Lindsey Koob will focus on what is needed to raise healthy, happy and productive backyard chickens. Seating is limited, online pre-registration is requested but walk-ups will be accepted if space is still available the day of the class. Call (714) 708-1619 to confirm spaces are still available.
Hours: Saturday 9:30 a.m.-Noon
Admission & Parking: Free
Information: ocfair.com/centennial farm, CFGardenClass@ocfair.com,
(714) 708-1619
Centennial Farm Free Garden Class “Urban Chickens Demystified:” American Poultry Association (APA) Members Therry Vargas and Lindsey Koob will focus on what is needed to raise healthy, happy and productive backyard chickens. Seating is limited, online pre-registration is requested but walk-ups will be accepted if space is still available the day of the class. Call (714) 708-1619 to confirm spaces are still available.
Hours: Saturday 9:30 a.m.-Noon
Admission & Parking: Free
Information: ocfair.com/centennial farm, CFGardenClass@ocfair.com,
(714) 708-1619
November 11
Veterans + Labor Community Celebration
Join us for a free Veterans Day community celebration to say thank you to our veterans with live music, art projects for children and adults to create "thank you" gifts for veterans, care package donation collections, historical military vehicles on display, free hot dogs, and veterans organizations on-hand offering services and information for veterans.
Hours: Monday 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Admission & Parking: Free
Information: veteransandlabor.com, veteransandlabor@gmail.com
November 14-16
Sugar Plum Arts, Crafts, Antiques & Collectibles
Sugar Plum Festivals is a shopping tradition with gifts to warm the heart and accessories that make a home for each holiday celebration.
Hours: Thursday-Friday 9 a.m.-8 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Admission: Free
Parking: $7
Information: sugarplumcrafts.com, plumcrazy@sugarplumcrafts.com,
(562) 598-0857
November 23-24
Veterans + Labor Community Celebration
Join us for a free Veterans Day community celebration to say thank you to our veterans with live music, art projects for children and adults to create "thank you" gifts for veterans, care package donation collections, historical military vehicles on display, free hot dogs, and veterans organizations on-hand offering services and information for veterans.
Hours: Monday 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Admission & Parking: Free
Information: veteransandlabor.com, veteransandlabor@gmail.com
November 14-16
Sugar Plum Arts, Crafts, Antiques & Collectibles
Sugar Plum Festivals is a shopping tradition with gifts to warm the heart and accessories that make a home for each holiday celebration.
Hours: Thursday-Friday 9 a.m.-8 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Admission: Free
Parking: $7
Information: sugarplumcrafts.com, plumcrazy@sugarplumcrafts.com,
(562) 598-0857
November 23-24
SoCal Indian Center's 45th Annual Pow Wow
A family event with activities for children plus authentic American Indian dancing, singing, arts, crafts, food and shopping. Attendees who donate an unwrapped toy or two non-perishable food items will be entered for a chance in win the opportunity drawing.
Hours: Saturday 10 a.m.- 10 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Admission: General $5, Senior (55+) $3, Teens (13-18) $3 (Children 12 & younger are free)
Parking: $7
Information: indiancenter.org, (714) 962-6673, indiancenter@indiancenter.org
November 23-24
Repticon - A Reptile & Exotic Animal Expo Two-day marketplace and expo featuring local and regional breeders and vendors selling reptile pets, supplies, feeders, cages and merchandise, plus hourly raffles, educational seminars and activities for children.
Hours: Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (VIP Early Entry at 9 a.m.), Sunday 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Admission: General $10, Child (5-12) $5 (Children under 5 are free)
Two-Day VIP Ticket General $15 and Child $5 available for pre-purchase at Repticon.com.
Parking: General $7, Preferred $10
Information: Repticon.com, (863) 268-4273, info@repticon.com
30-Dec. 1
Crossroads of the West Gun Show
For more than 30 years, the Crossroads of the West Gun Shows has been the largest and highest quality gun show on the West Coast.
Hours: Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Admission: $16 (Children 11 and younger are free)
Parking: $7
Information: crossroadsgunshows.com, (801) 544-9125
November 2013 Weekly Events
Centennial Farm
Three-acre working farm designed to educate youth and their families about agriculture and its importance to daily life with fruit and vegetable gardens, livestock and the Millennium Barn.
Hours: Monday-Friday 1-4 p.m., Saturday-Sunday 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Closed November 11 and 28-29
Admission: Free (During all-grounds events, admission may be required. Check ocfair.com for more information.)
Information: OC Fair & Event Center, ocfair.com or (714) 708-1916
Food Truck Fare – Wednesday (After Dark) & Thursday (Lunch)
Enjoy a gourmet food truck meal twice a week at the OC Fair & Event Center. Wednesday features gourmet dinner options with entertainment and a cash bar while Thursday features lunch options from a variety of food trucks. Held near the Pacific Amphitheatre Box Office, enter at Gate 1 off Fair Drive.
Hours: Wednesday 5:30-9 p.m., Thursday 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Closed November 28
Admission and Parking: Free (Food prices vary per truck)
Information & Weekly Offerings: ocfair.com, Twitter.com/ocfair, Facebook.com/ocfair
Farmers Market
Find the freshest fruit, vegetables, nuts and more at this weekly California-certified market.
Hours: Thursday 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Closed November 28
Admission and Parking: Free
Information: Orange County Farm Bureau, orange.cfbf.com or (714) 573-0374
Orange County Market Place
A unique weekend swap meet celebrating food, fun, value and the entrepreneurial spirit.
Hours: Saturday and Sunday 7 a.m.-4 p.m.
Admission: General $2 (Children 11 and younger are free) Parking: Free
Information: Tel Phil Enterprises, ocmarketplace.com or (949) 723-6660
Mark Your Calendar: December 2013 Events
Nov. 30-Dec. 1
Crossroads of the West Gun Show
Dec. 2-18
Magic Trees Christmas Tree Lot
Dec. 5
Fight Club OC
Dec. 7
Centennial Farm Garden Class: “Make It, Take It, Christmas Wreath”
Dec. 6-7
Shoreline Dog Fanciers Association Holiday Classic
Dec. 8-9
Malibu Kennel Club
Dec. 13-15
Gem Faire
Dec. 19
Share Our Selves: 44th Adopt-A-Family Program
For additional information on any show, please contact the promoter listed in the event’s information. General parking for most events is $7 and preferred parking closer to the gates is available for $10 for select shows. Scheduled events are subject to change without notice. Visit ocfair.com for event updates.
The OC Fair & Event Center is located off the 405 and 55 freeways at 88 Fair Drive in Costa Mesa. For more information, please visit ocfair.com, become a fan on Facebook.com/OCFair, follow us at Twitter.com/ocfair or call (714) 708-1500.
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