• Q: Is this the same New Year's Eve event that was at the Fairgrounds a few years back?
  • A: No, this is an event in its second year from the people who bring you the Annual OC Fair. This event bears no resemblance to any prior events held at the OC Fair & Event Center.


  • Q: What are the ages for this event?
  • A: There are no set ages, all are welcome. Keep in mind there are no activities scheduled for young children.


  • Q: Will alcohol be served?
  • A: Yes, there will be several bars selling alcohol.


  • Q: Will food be served?
  • A: Yes, there will be a wide variety of gourmet food trucks plus other venues selling food, including Baja Blues restaurant.


  • Q: Is there a fee for food and alcohol?
  • A: Yes, guests will pay for food and drinks.


  • Q: Can I bring food or beverage into the event?
  • A: No outside food, beverage or alcohol will be allowed into the event.


  • Q: Can I bring a camera?
  • A: Yes, but professional cameras for media purposes need to go through the Communications Department.


  • Q: Is there re-entry?
  • A: There is no re-entry.


  • Q: If I purchase and cannot attend, can I get a refund?
  • A: All sales are final. This event is rain or shine.


  • Q: Which food trucks will be there?
  • A: Please see this List.


  • Q: Is there a group rate?
  • A: Yes, for 10+.


  • Q: Is there a child or senior ticket?
  • A: No. Tickets are not age specific. Pricing does include advanced purchase discount.


  • Q: Is there a VIP ticket?
  • A: There is no VIP ticket this year.


  • Q: Is there a charge for parking?
  • A: Yes, General Parking is $10 and Preferred Parking (closer to entrance) is $20. Parking is an extra fee on all ticket levels.


  • Q: Is there a Demolition Derby this year?
  • A: Demolition Derby will not be returning this year.


  • Q: Will there be fireworks?
  • A: At midnight, there will be a countdown celebration that include pyrotechnics.


  • Q: Is there an extra fee to see the cover bands?
  • A: No, all live music is included in the ticket price.


  • Q: I'm a member of the press. How can I apply for a press credential?
  • A: Complete the online request form here.


  • Q: Is the Block Party wheelchair-accessible and can I rent a wheelchair there?
  • A: All of the Block Party, including the musical entertainment, is wheelchair-accessible. Wheelchair rentals will not be available at the event.


  • Q: Is there a hypnotist this year?
  • A: There will not be a hypnotist this year.


  • Q: Will there be any rides?
  • A: Yes, there will be three rides available at a charge: Century Wheel, Super Shot and YoYo.


  • Q: Will there be games?
  • A: Yes, for a charge, there will be a Clown Race Derby, Basketball Shot, Balloon Party, a mechanical bull, sumo wrestling, and Jacobs Ladder.


  • Q: What other entertainment will be available?
  • A: Comedic team Project Dynamite, Dueling Pianos, a Party Zone with amusements and a Casino will be available.


  • Q: Can I play for money in the casino?
  • A: No. Games will be played for chips which can be exchanged for 2012 OC Fair tickets.


  • Q: Will there be dancing?
  • A: Yes! In addition to dancing to the music of live band entertainment, DJ Peg Leg will be rocking the house with your favorite dance music.