Summer in Southern California means one thing: fair season! And there’s no better way to embrace the magic of summer than spending a day at the iconic OC Fair. From Fun Biz Concessions’ latest fair food creations to RCS’s sweet treats, this year’s lineup is bringing serious comfort food energy to Costa Mesa, and we cannot wait to dig in.
Fun Biz Concessions: Where Comfort Food Dreams Come True
Let’s be honest — the real stars of any county fair are the foods, and Fun Biz Concessions is once again proving why they’re a fan favorite year after year. This time, they’re bringing back two beloved concepts, Spud Ranch and Bacon Nation, both stacked with new must-try items.
Spud Ranch: Potato Perfection
Potato lovers, this one’s for you. The Mac & Cheese Bacon Potato is exactly what it sounds like — a loaded baked potato piled high with creamy mac and cheese and crispy bacon, delivering the ultimate best comfort food mashup in one handheld bite. And of course, the fan-favorite Tater Twister is back, offering that perfectly spiralized, golden-fried potato-on-a-stick experience that’s become a signature Spud Ranch staple.
Bacon Nation: A Carnivore’s Paradise
If you think you’ve had bacon in every form imaginable, Bacon Nation is here to prove you wrong yet again. This year, they’re serving up Cheese and Pepperoni Pizza Bombs, a crispy, cheesy handheld take on pizza night that’s begging to be dunked in marinara. But the real showstopper is the Bacon-Wrapped Churros with Horchata Sauce — a sweet-and-savory fair food mashup that pairs crispy bacon with a warm, cinnamon-sugar churro and a creamy horchata dipping sauce. It’s exactly the kind of only-at-the-fair creation that makes Bacon Nation legendary.
RCS: Sweet Treats to Cool You Down
After all that indulgent fair food, RCS has you covered on the sweeter side of things. Think classic fried Oreos, refreshing agua fresca, and plenty of other sweet treats to help you cool down between rides. It’s the perfect way to balance out a day of savory bites with something light, sweet, and satisfying.
What to Do in Orange County This Summer
Beyond the food, the OC Fair remains one of the best things to do in Orange County all summer long. Between the rides, games, live entertainment, and endless people-watching, it’s the kind of classic summer outing that never gets old, whether you’re a lifelong local or visiting the fair for the very first time.
OC Fair Dates & Details
The OC Fair runs through 8/16, open Wednesdays through Sundays, so you still have plenty of time to make your way to Costa Mesa and try this year’s lineup of fair food for yourself. Whether you’re chasing down the Mac & Cheese Bacon Potato, the Bacon-Wrapped Churros, or a classic fried Oreo, there’s something for every kind of fair-goer this year.
The OC Fair is located at 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626; 714.708.1500.
