Important: OC Fair admission tickets must be purchased online in advance. Admission tickets are not available at the venue.
Saturday, July 19, 2025 at 9:30 a.m.
Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center (ARTIC)
2626 East Katella Avenue, Anaheim, CA 92806
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Enjoy a safe ride in the comfort of an air-conditioned bus, complete with free Wi-Fi and phone chargers (available on most buses). Avoid drinking and driving – choose a safer, more convenient and environmentally-friendly option.
The OC Fair Express departs from five locations on Saturdays and Sundays. The bus will drop you off and pick you up for your return trip inside the OC Fairground at the yellow entrance gate on the east side of the OC Fair.
Buy a $2 one way trip
Kids Ride Free: Youth aged 18 and under (no pass required)
After a convenient ride on the OC Fair Express, you’ll be dropped off inside the OC Fair at the yellow entrance gate on the east side of the OC Fair. When you’re ready to head home, go to the same location. Arrive at your bus stop 10 minutes early. Remember that buses leave every 30 minutes. Check your schedule for return departures at the yellow entrance gate. Enjoy a safe ride home with the OC Fair Express!
Interested in more events? Find the full calendar here.
Saturday, July 19
7:30 pm
ABBA LA and Bee Gees Gold are pairing up to perform timeless songs from the iconic 70s bands, ABBA and the Bee Gees.
Sunday, July 20
6:00 pm
New wave pioneers The Psychedelic Furs and Australian post-punk icons The Church each forged enduring legacies through evolving, genre-blending sounds achieving both critical acclaim and lasting fan following.
Saturday, July 26
5:30 pm
Independent roots rockers Dispatch, genre-blending jam artist John Butler, hip-hop blues pioneers G. Love & Special Sauce, and soulful singer-songwriter Donavon Frankenreiter each bring a unique, socially conscious and musically rich legacy.
Sunday, July 27
7:30 pm
Pancho Barraza, the beloved “Poet of Love,” and Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlán, the legendary ensemble known as “The Best Mariachi in the World,” have each shaped Mexican music through decades of heartfelt performances, genre fusion, and cultural legacy.
Saturday, August 2
8:00 pm
The Fab Four brings The Beatles’ iconic hits to life with an authentic performance at the Pacific Amphitheatre, delivering a nostalgic and unforgettable Magical Mystery Tour experience.
Sunday, August 3
6:30 pm
X, Los Lobos, and Ozomatli are influential Los Angeles-based bands spanning punk rock, Mexican folk, and multicultural fusion, each celebrated for their distinctive sounds, longevity, and contributions to the city’s rich musical landscape.
Saturday, August 9
6:30 pm
Melissa Etheridge and Indigo Girls are iconic, Grammy-winning artists who have shaped American rock and folk music for decades, known for their powerful songwriting and trailblazing presence.
Sunday, August 10
5:00 pm
Tribal Seeds, The Expendables, and Mike Love each bring a distinct flavor to modern reggae and rock, blending influences from roots, ska, surf, and acoustic styles to create genre-defying sounds that have earned them loyal followings and chart success.
Saturday, August 16
6:30 pm
Swift Nation and Bad Guy Billie are high-energy tribute shows celebrating the music of Taylor Swift and Billie Eilish, featuring standout performers who bring each artist’s iconic eras and hits to life through immersive live performances.
Sunday, August 17
7:30 pm
Grupo Marca Registrada is a regional Mexican band known for hit collaborations and chart-topping singles, gaining international recognition with songs like “Di Que Sí” and “El Rescate,” and a 2023 album that charted on the Billboard 200.
The OC Fair Express operates on weekends only, based on expected fair attendance and past ridership. For weekday travel to the fairgrounds, visitors can use regular OC Bus Routes 47, 55, and 178, which serve the area.
The OC Fair Express now operates from five pickup locations due to lower fair attendance compared to pre-pandemic levels. These locations were selected based on past ridership and to ensure broad access across Orange County.
Yes, regular OC Bus fares and passes are accepted on the OC Fair Express. This includes senior and disabled fares, the Community College Pass, and other standard OC Bus passes. For those needing to purchase a pass, the OC Bus ticketing app offers a convenient option for buying OC Fair Express tickets.
Yes, the OC Fair Express buses are fully accessible to wheelchair users. These buses are equipped with ramps and have designated areas for secure wheelchair placement.
The OC Fair Express service provides direct transportation between pickup locations and the OC Fair with no stops in between.
OC Fair Express will drop off and depart from inside the fairgrounds at the yellow entrance gate on the east side of the OC Fair. Check your schedule for return departures at the yellow entrance gate.
There is no discount on fair admission for OC Fair Express riders, because OC Fair admission tickets must be purchased online in advance and are not available at the entrance gate. However, taking the bus still offers savings compared to the $15 parking fee at the fairgrounds. Also, riders aged 18 and under can use the OC Fair Express for free.
Buses leave every 30 minutes
