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OC Fair competition deadlines are near - how to bring home a blue ribbon this year

 

by: Terry Moore
Published: May 6, 2024

 

 

COSTA MESA...Calling all artists, growers and creators! OC Fair's competition entry deadlines are quickly approaching.

For the 2024 OC Fair, everyone is invited to showcase their talents by participating in more than 20 competitions in the visual arts, culinary, home arts and hobbies, wine, horticulture and livestock categories

Competitions this year include:

There are also designated divisions and separate competitions for youth.

Deadlines for entries vary based on category. Competition Guides are available at ocfair.com/competitions. The guides detail rules, regulations, important dates and more. Some competitions are free to enter.

The first 2024 deadline for commercial wines, is slated to close May 17. Table settings, a fan favorite, has exceeded entries and is now closed.

Results for the 2023 OC Fair Competitions are available at ocfair.com/oc-fair/competitions-contests/results/.

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