OC Fair & Event Center Parking & Transit
Lots, prices, transit, and where to actually park.
Costa Mesa, California
Quick answer
OC Fair & Event Center has on-site parking for $15 per vehicle. Parking is cash or credit only; advance purchase is not available. Parking lots can fill up quickly, especially during peak hours.
The honest take
Parking lots can fill up quickly, especially during peak hours. If you're coming from anywhere near a D Line stop, taking the Metro is often the easier option.
Lots and prices
OC Fair & Event Center Main Lot
88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
$15 per vehicle
Varies
Public transit
Public transportation options include OCTA bus routes 47, 55, 71, and 178, with stops near the fairgrounds.
Drop-off and rideshare
Ride-hailing services like Uber and Lyft have designated drop-off and pick-up locations at Gate 1 off of Fair Drive.
Common questions
(the stuff people ask from the car)
Does OC Fair & Event Center have parking?
OC Fair & Event Center offers on-site parking for $15 per vehicle. Parking is cash or credit only; advance purchase is not available.
Is there public transportation to OC Fair & Event Center?
Yes, OCTA bus routes 47, 55, 71, and 178 serve the Costa Mesa area near the fairgrounds.
Can I use ride-hailing services to get to OC Fair & Event Center?
Yes, ride-hailing services like Uber and Lyft have designated drop-off and pick-up locations at Gate 1 off of Fair Drive.