There are several events coming up in September at OC Fair & Event Center, including Sand Sports Super Show and several Speedway races.
Sept. 14-16: Sand Sports Super Show
Each September, hundreds of exhibitors and thousands of attendees come together for the biggest and most exciting dune and dirt sports expo in the world. Enjoy three days of fun and get up close to the latest sand rails, UTVs, ATVs, side-by-sides, accessories, apparel and more.
When: Sept. 14, 4-10 p.m.; Sept. 15, 9 a.m.-7p.m.; and Sept. 16, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
How much: $20 general admission; children ages ten and under are free
More info: sandsportssupershow.com
Sept. 15: Endurocross
Experience Endurocross at Action Sports Arena—off-road motorcycle racing on a custom track filled with insane obstacles including rocks, boulders, logs, sand, mud, giant tires and even a water crossing. A crowd favorite, the “No Joke Lane” obstacle returns—every pro rider must navigate this gnarly obstacle at least once to have a chance to win.
When: Saturday, Sept. 15, 7:30-10 p.m.
How much: $30 general admission, $15 children 12 & younger, free for kids three and younger. Parking is $8.
More info: endurocross.com
Sept. 22: Cruisin’ for a Cure
Cruisin’ for a Cure is the world’s largest one-day charity car show with more than 3,500 vehicles on display and featuring more than 200 vendors and exhibitors. Participation in the event and donations support prostate cancer research.
When: Saturday, Sept. 22, 6 a.m.-4 p.m.
How much: $15 general admission (save $2 with your AAA card), children 12 and younger are free. Participants: day-of car registration is $45. Parking is $10.
More info: cruisinforacure.com
Sept. 22: Costa Mesa Speedway: RSD—Super Hooligan National Championship Series
Costa Mesa Speedway has put fans right on top of all the action from the comfort of arena-style grandstand seating since 1969. Suitable for the whole family. This event features RSD—Super Hooligan National Championship Series.
When: Saturday, Sept. 22—gates open at 6 p.m., first race is at 7:30 p.m.
How much: $20 general admission, $15 seniors (65+), $15 juniors (ages 13-17), $10 children (ages 3-12), free for kids two and younger. Parking is $8.
More info: CostaMesaSpeedway.net
Sept. 27-29: 4th Annual OC Quilt, Craft & Sewing Festival
This creative supply show at The Hangar features supplies, patterns, machines and fabrics for sewers, stitchers and quilters. See, try and buy all the latest to make quilting and sewing projects easier and better. Free classes, door prizes hourly.
When: Thursday & Friday, Sept. 27-28, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; and Saturday, Sept. 29, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
How much: Admission is free. Parking is $8.
More info: quiltcraftsew.com
Sept. 29-30: Malibu Kennel Club All Breed Dog Show
When: Saturday-Sunday, Sept. 29-30, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
How much: Free admission; parking is $8
Sept. 29-30: 41st Annual Ultimate Home & Outdoor Living Expo
Everything for home-improvement projects along with hourly DIY workshops. More than 25 free hands-on workshops and activities for all ages in outdoor recreation activities such as archery, fishing, scuba diving, mountaineering, paddle boarding—and even a kayak testing pool, kids pumpkin painting and more. Hourly prize drawings, grand prize giveaway, meet HGTV star Matt Blashaw and join his amazing free workshops daily.
When: Saturday, Sept. 29, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sunday, Sept. 30, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
How much: General admission is $10; $8 seniors (60+); $5 children (ages 8-12); free for children seven and younger; $8 for military. Parking is $8.
More info: TheBestHomeShow.com
Sept. 29: Costa Mesa Speedway: Knobby Night/Dirt Bikes
Costa Mesa Speedway has put fans right on top of all the action from the comfort of arena-style grandstand seating since 1969. Suitable for the whole family. This event features Knobby Night and Dirt Bikes at Action Sports Arena.
When: Saturday, Sept. 29—gates open at 6 p.m., first race is at 7:30 p.m.
How much: $20 general admission, $15 seniors (65+), $15 juniors (ages 13-17), $10 children (ages 3-12), free for kids two and younger. Parking is $8.
More info: CostaMesaSpeedway.net
Ongoing Events
OC Market Place
Saturdays & Sundays, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
Admission is $2; free for kids 12 & younger
Located in Lot A
For more info, visit ocmarketplace.com
Certified Costa Mesa Farmers Market
Thursdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Free admission and parking
Located in Lot D
Open Year-Round
Centennial Farm
Open Sept. 17-21 and 23-30
Hours: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Free admission and parking (on listed dates only)
Heroes Hall
Open Wednesdays-Sundays
Hours: 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Free admission and parking
A look ahead: Events coming up in October
Golden Boy Boxing: Oct. 4
Crossroads of the West Gun Show: Oct. 6-7
Costa Mesa Speedway: 50th US National Speedway Champtionship, Oct. 6
Voices: Veterans Storytelling Project, Oct. 11
Gem Faire: Oct. 12-14
Repticon: Oct. 13-14
OC Japan Fair: Oct. 19-21
SoCal VegFest: Oct. 20-21
The Grateful Table: Oct. 27
