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Costa Mesa, Calif. (November 2009) – The OC Fair & Event Center is home to a variety of events throughout the year. Here is the current November 2009 events calendar:

NOVEMBER 2009

Oct. 30- Nov. 1 Woodworking Shows
One of the largest tradeshows for woodworkers and do-it-yourselfers featuring equipment, seminars, demonstrations, contests and masterpieces on display.

Hours: Friday Noon-6 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Admission: $10. Parking: General $5, Preferred $8.
Location: OC Fair & Event Center – Buildings 10 and 12 and Parade of Products.
Information: thewoodworkingshows.com, (800) 826-8257.

5-7 Sugar Plum Festival’s “Arts & Crafts Show”
Enjoy a delightful shopping adventure with holiday gifts to warm the heart and accessories that make a home.

Hours: Thursday and Friday 8 a.m.-9 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.-9 p.m.
Admission:  Free. Parking: General $5, Preferred $8.
Location:  OC Fair & Event Center - Building 10 and Parade of Products.
Information:  sugarplumcrafts.com

12-15 Christmas Company
Annual fundraiser for the Junior League of Orange County featuring holiday shopping, exhibits, seminars and more.

Hours: Thursday 6:30-10:30 p.m., Friday 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Admission:  $10. Parking: General $5, Preferred $8.
Location:  OC Fair & Event Center – Buildings 10, 12 and Parade of Products.
Information:  jlocc.org

13-15 Art-n-Ink Tattoo Festival
Art on the canvas and on the body will blend together for three days of tattooing, airbrush artwork, music, contests and more.

Hours: Friday 5-11 p.m., Saturday Noon-11 p.m., Sunday Noon-6 p.m.
Admission:  $20. Parking: General $5, Preferred $8.
Location:  OC Fair & Event Center – Buildings 14, 16 and East Breezeway.
Information:  artandinkfestival.com

21-22 The Warehouse Sale
The Warehouse Sale is an exclusive denim sample sale that offers the newest and hottest styles of the season in your favorite brands for both men & women.

Hours: Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Admission: $5. (Free with online RSVP.) Parking: General $5, Preferred $8.
Location: OC Fair & Event Center – Building 12.
Information: thewarehousesale.com

28-29 Crossroads of the West Gun Show
The West’s largest and highest quality gun show.

Hours: Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Admission:  Adults $14. Children 11 and under are free. Parking: General $5, Preferred $8.
Location:  OC Fair & Event Center – Buildings 10, 12, 14,16, Parade of Products and Main Mall.
Information:  crossroadsgunshows.com, (801) 544-9125.

WEEKLY EVENTS:

Orange County Market Place
Hours: Saturday & Sunday, 7 a.m.-4 p.m.
Admission: General $2. Children under 12 are free. Parking: Free.
Location: OC Fair & Event Center - Parking Lot A. Enter Gates 1, 2 or 10.
Information: Tel Phil Enterprises, ocmarketplace.com or (949) 723-6660

Farmers Market
Hours: Thursday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Admission and Parking: Free.
Location: OC Fair & Event Center - Parking Lot A. Enter Gate 1.
Information: Orange County Farm Bureau, orange.cfbf.com or (714) 573-0374
 
Centennial Farm
Hours: Monday - Friday, 1 p.m.-4 p.m.; Saturday & Sunday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Admission: Free. During all-ground events, admission may be required. Check ocfair.com for more information.
Location: OC Fair & Event Center. Enter Gate 1 or 2.
Information: OC Fair & Event Center, ocfair.com or (714) 708-1916

For additional information on any show, contact the promoter listed with the event. Parking for most events are $5 for general and preferred parking closer to the gates is available for $8. Scheduled events are subject to change without notice. Visit ocfair.com for event updates.

The OC Fair & Event Center is located off the 405 and 55 freeways at 88 Fair Drive in Costa Mesa. For more information, please visit ocfair.com or follow us on Twitter – twitter.com/ocfair09.

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