Pacific Amphitheatre at OC Fair & Event Center
Costa Mesa, CA · Amphitheater
Pacific Amphitheatre at the OC Fair & Event Center in Costa Mesa keeps things light on bags. The venue suggests a small hand-held clutch up to 4.5 by 6.5 inches rather than a large purse, and a clear bag is preferred over an opaque backpack. All bags are subject to search.
Lawn chairs, strollers, umbrellas, cameras, and recorders all stay home, along with glass, cans, and weapons. The amphitheater runs its summer concert series inside the OC Fairgrounds, so on fair days you also pass through the fair's entry. Travel light and a small clutch is the easy way in.
Venue details
Need a concert bag for Pacific Amphitheatre at OC Fair & Event Center?
Stadium-approved clear bags that meet the policy.
What you can bring
- Small hand-held clutch up to 4.5" x 6.5", clear preferred
- A blanket and a sealed water bottle
- Phones, wallets, and keys carried in your pockets
Not allowed inside
- Large purses and opaque backpacks
- Lawn chairs, strollers, and umbrellas
- Cameras, recorders, and selfie sticks
- Glass bottles, cans, and fireworks
- Weapons, laser pointers, and smoking devices
The venue suggests a small clutch over a large purse, and a clear bag over an opaque backpack. Staff may restrict other items, so call ahead if you are unsure about a specific bag.
Upcoming events
Heading to a show at Pacific Amphitheatre at OC Fair & Event Center? Here are the next events, with tickets on StubHub and SeatGeek so you can compare before you buy. The bag policy above applies to every one of them.
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No bag that fits? Plan ahead
Pacific Amphitheatre does not offer bag storage, so a large purse or backpack has to return to your vehicle. A small clutch is the easy way in.
Common questions
What is the Pacific Amphitheatre bag policy?
The venue suggests a small hand-held clutch up to 4.5 by 6.5 inches, with a clear bag preferred over an opaque backpack. Large purses are discouraged.
Are lawn chairs allowed at Pacific Amphitheatre?
No. Lawn chairs, strollers, and umbrellas are not allowed.
Can I bring a camera to Pacific Amphitheatre?
No. Cameras and recorders are not allowed.
Do I pass through the OC Fair to reach the amphitheater?
On fair days, yes. Entry to the amphitheater also passes through the Orange County Fair at the event center.
Getting there
Gates open
Gates usually open 60 to 90 minutes before showtime, and earlier on fair days, with times on your ticket.
Parking
OC Fair & Event Center lots serve the amphitheater off Fair Drive in Costa Mesa. Prepaid parking is the easy option, and fair days are busiest.
Public transit
OCTA buses serve the Costa Mesa area near the fairgrounds, and many fans drive or rideshare.
Rideshare
Uber and Lyft use a designated drop-off near the venue. Expect waits after the show.
Seating chart
Verified June 2026 against the Pacific Amphitheatre at OC Fair & Event Center official policy. Rules can change for one-off events, so check your event page too.