Ventura County Fairgrounds

The Gold Coast Gem Show
2026-06-06 10:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
Don’t miss lots of gems, minerals, fossils, beads, jewelry, lapidary supplies, demonstrations, and kids activities at The Gold Coast Gem Show June 6 & 7 at the Ventura County Fairgrounds.
June 6 – 10am-5pm
June 7 – 10am-4pm
Admission is free
Parking is $10
Learn more here!

Ventura County Senior Expo
2026-06-09 10:00 - 13:00 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
Connect with dozens of local organizations dedicated to helping seniors and their families in Ventura County and surrounding communities. Meet with experts regarding Medicare Coverage, Assisted Living, Mobility Solutions, Independent Living, Veterans Benefits, Audiology, Senior Travel, Health Insurance, Home Care, Medical Equipment, Hospice Care, Financial Planning, Legal Assistance, Aging In Place Home Improvements, Eye Care, Physical Therapy and much more.
Tuesday, June 9
10am – 1pm
Admission and parking are free
Learn more here!

Home Improvement Food and Wine Expo
2026-06-12 10:00 - 17:00 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
Don’t miss the Home Improvement Food and Wine Expo June 12-14 at the Ventura County Fairgrounds! Check out hundreds of home improvement products and services, come see the tiny home and RV village, enjoy complimentary craft brew and wine tastings, and see the AAA travel showcase!

Friday, June 12 – 10am-5pm
Saturday, June 13 – 10am-5pm
Sunday, June 14 – 10am-4pm

Admission: Free
Parking: $10

Ventura County Fair Hiring Day
2026-06-13 08:00 - 14:00 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
Join us in-person SATURDAY, JUNE 13 to​ apply for positions in Maintenance and Parking.
MAINTENANCE and PARKING positions:

• Attend our Hiring Day in-person to apply
• Saturday, June 13, 8am-2pm
• No appointment needed – apply in-person
• Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W. Harbor Blvd.
• Rate varies by position and experience, ranging $17-$22 hourly
APPLY ONLINE NOW for Event Staff and licensed Security personnel positions: https://bit.ly/4uwBQzp

Ventura Gamer Festival
2026-06-20 10:00 - 16:00 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
Level up your weekend​!

BUY • SELL • TRADE • PLAY — all under one roof!

Step into a weekend packed with gaming, collectibles, and nonstop fan energy. Whether you’re chasing rare finds, trading cards, or just vibing with the community—this is where it happens.

WHAT YOU’LL FIND

Retro & Modern Video Games
TCG (bring your cards to trade & play!)
Collectibles & Memorabilia
Cosplay, Community & Fan Energy
Comics & Pop Culture Goods
Non-stop Gaming Vibes

Who are you bringing?

Presale bundle options are available for pairs, groups, and families — the easiest (and best value) way to attend together.
Ventura County Fairgrounds – Ventura, CA
June 20 & 21 | 10AM–4PM
One ticket = BOTH days
Unlimited re-entry all weekend

Presale bundles won’t be available at the event
Don’t wait—grab your tickets now!

Saturday, June 20
Sunday, June 21
10am-4pm each day
Admission: $20 adults, $5 children
Parking: $20
Learn more here!

Donate Blood, Get a Free Ticket to the Ventura County Fair
2026-07-19 09:00 - 13:00 | CA
Please note that the Blood Drives are at locations around the County – not at the Fairgrounds.
Pint for Pass Blood Drives. Give blood at one of these blood drives and receive one free general admission pass to the Ventura County Fair.
To schedule an appointment, click on the location below at which you would like to donate. You can also call 877-258-4825.
Sunday, July 19 – Ventura
Our Lady of the Assumption Church
9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
SCHEDULE YOUR APPOINTMENT HERE
Tuesday, July 20 – Newbury Park
Palm Garden Inn
2:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
SCHEDULE YOUR APPOINTMENT HERE
Wednesday, July 22 – Camarillo
Child Support Services
9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
SCHEDULE YOUR APPOINTMENT HERE
Thursday, July 23 – Ventura
Channel Islands Lodge 214
1:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
SCHEDULE YOUR APPOINTMENT HERE

Monday, July 27 – Ojai
Westridge Market
2:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
SCHEDULE YOUR APPOINTMENT HERE

$5 Before 5pm - Ventura County Fair
2026-07-29 12:00 - 17:00 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
$5 admission price before 5pm on Opening Day, Wednesday, July 29.
$5 tickets must be purchased onsite, at the Fairgrounds by 5pm.
Presented by California Deluxe Windows

Ventura County Cattleman's Association Ranch Sorting
2026-07-31 08:00 - 16:00 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
Don’t miss the Ventura County Cattleman’s Association Ranch Sorting event in the Morgan Arena at the Ventura County Fair on Friday, July 31. Opens at 8am, starts at 9am.

Youth Day - Ventura County Fair
2026-07-31 12:00 - 22:00 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
Youth ages 12 and under are admitted free to the Ventura County Fair on Friday, July 31 (only) with a paid adult admission ticket.
Presented by Ventura County Credit Union

Ventura County Cattlemen's Association Ranch Riding Buckle Show
2026-08-01 08:00 - 16:00 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
The Ventura County Cattlemen’s Association Ranch Riding Buckle Show is happening Saturday, August 1 in the Morgan Arena at the Ventura County Fair!

Dia de la Familia - Ventura County Fair
2026-08-02 12:00 - 22:00 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
Enjoy Dia de la Familia at the Ventura County Fair on Sunday, August 2.
The Dia de la Familia concert is free with paid Fair admission. You can upgrade to VIP with the purchase of an additional ticket. The concert begins at 3pm. Pre-party (free) starts at 1pm.
This year’s Dia de la Familia acts include:
Herencia de Patrones
Banda Maguey
Banda Toro
VIP tickets are available here.
Presented by McDonald’s West Coast

Hunter Jumper English Horse Show
2026-08-04 08:00 - 16:00 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
A community show with something for everyone! Don’t mis the Hunter Jumper English Horse Show on Tuesday, August 4 and Wednesday, August 5 in the Morgan Arena at the Ventura County Fair.
Riders: Arrive Monday Aug 3 and school with your horse, compete Tuesday and Wednesday.
More information here!

Seniors & Persons with Disabilities Day - Ventura County Fair
2026-08-04 11:00 - 22:00 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
Join us for Seniors and Persons with Disabilities Day on Tuesday, August 4. The Fair opens early at 11am.
Seniors are admitted free.
Persons with disabilities and one caretaker are admitted free.
Presented by Mattress Hub

VCCU Member Day - Ventura County Fair
2026-08-05 12:00 - 17:00 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
Ventura County Credit Union members can receive $4 off adult admission tickets with proof of membership on Wednesday, August 5 before 5pm at the Ventura County Fair.
Ticket must be purchased onsite, before 5pm. Proof of VCCU membership required.
Presented by Ventura County Credit Union

Community Heroes Day - Ventura County Fair
2026-08-06 12:00 - 22:00 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
Join us on Thursday, August 6 at the Ventura County Fair for Community Heroes Day. Military (active or veteran, with ID), police, fire, EMS, and nurses are admitted free all day.
Please be prepared to show ID.

Monster Energy Fair TAKEOVER
2026-08-06 21:00 - 22:30 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
Get ready for a MONSTER ENERGY TAKEOVER Thursday, August 6!
ALL DAY
Community Heroes Day! Military, Police, Fire, EMS, nurses, and teachers get in FREE!
NOON
Be one of the first through the gate and get a FREE sample of Monster Energy’s Red, White, and Blue Razz!
9:00PM
Don’t miss the FREE performance by Monster Energy’s DJ VAVO on the Pacifico Stage! Be one of the first 150 people at 8:30pm and receive a FREE pair of sound-activated light-up glasses!
DJ VAVO has mixed with the best of them, including artists like MORGAN WALLEN, KANE BROWN, TOBY KEITH, NATE SMITH, and more! Don’t miss his 90-minute set!
PLUS: Watch for our Monster Energy GIVEAWAY on Instagram where you can enter to win a Monster Energy cooler and a case of Monster to go in it!
A special THANK YOU to Monster Energy for sponsoring Community Heroes Day and also to DJ Vavo for the free dance party!
SEE YOU SOON!

2026 Ventura County Fair Junior Livestock Auction
2026-08-07 08:00 - 17:00 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
Support local youth ag exhibitors and their livestock projects at the 2026 Ventura County Fair Junior Livestock Auction on Friday, August 7 beginning at 9am.
Bidders and buyers can register onsite the day of the Auction to become a buyer.
Sale order:
9:00am – Chickens, lambs
11:00am – Rabbits, steers
12:00pm – Supreme Champion Drive, Foundation Hog, Swine
3:00pm – Turkeys, goats
All times are approximate.
Thank you to Toyota, Official Sponsor of the 2026 Junior Livestock Auction.

Food Share Day - Ventura County Fair
2026-08-07 12:00 - 17:00 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
Help support Food Share Ventura County at this year’s Ventura County Fair on Friday, August 7. Bring 5 nonperishable food items to donate to Food Share by 5pm and receive a Buy One, Get One Free admission coupon good for the same day (only).
Benefitting Food Share Ventura County

Flying U Rodeo - Ventura County Fair
2026-08-07 19:00 - 21:00 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
Dust off your cowboy hats! The Flying U Rodeo returns to the Ventura County Fair August 7th, 8th, and 9th!
Rodeo schedule:
∙ Friday, August 7 – 7pm
∙ Saturday, August 8 – 2pm
∙ Saturday, August 8 – 7pm
∙ Sunday, August 9 – 2pm
∙ Sunday, August 9 – 7pm

Tickets are on sale here.
Rodeo shows will sell-out!
Presented by our friends at Coors, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Jack Daniels, & Pacifico

Beerfest at the Ventura County Fair
2026-08-09 13:00 - 18:00 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
BEERFEST returns to the Ventura County Fair on Sunday from 1pm-6pm! Discover and sample local Ventura County Breweries, get some fun merch, & play Beerfest Bingo! Local wines will also be available to sample.
This event is FREE with your paid Fair admission!
Sunday, August 9 only
1pm – 6pm
Located in The Gardens, within the Fair
*Must be 21+ to participate. I.D. will be required!
Samples available while supplies last.

The Throwdown Cornhole Festival
2026-08-21 11:00 - 22:00 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
World’s Largest Cornhole Festival with Live Music, Stunt Man Colby Raha, Axe Throwing, and Live MMA Fights
Friday, August 21: 11am-10pm
Saturday, August 22: 8:30am-10pm
Sunday, August 23: 9am-9pm
Get your tickets here!

Dirt Expo
2026-08-29 09:00 - 18:00 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
The DIRT EXPO: Ventura is debuting in sunny Ventura, California, on August 29 & 30. This inaugural event promises to be an exciting addition to the off-road calendar, connecting the off-road community of Central California with the industry’s best brands. Attendees will have the unique opportunity to explore the latest innovations and gear from amazing vendors across the off-road landscape, all set against the stunning backdrop of the California coast.
August 29 – 9am-6pm
August 30 – 9am-4pm
Admission: $20
Website

23rd Annual Ventura Nationals
2026-09-05 09:00 - 17:00 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
Don’t miss the return of the annual Ventura Nationals event at the Ventura County Fairgrounds on Saturday, September 5 from 9am-5pm! It will be a day of live music, tattooing, art show, vendors, and CARS, CARS, CARS!
Saturday, Sept. 5
9am-5pm
Learn more here!

Ventura Harvest Festival®
2026-09-11 10:00 - 16:00 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
Spend the day discovering something you won’t find just anywhere at the Ventura Harvest Festival®! Shop original art, handcrafted goods, specialty foods, and unique finds from talented artists and makers, all in a lively setting near the coast. Come for the shopping, stay for the entertainment, and don’t miss your chance to win daily prize drawings.
Dates:
Sept. 11: 10am-4pm
Sept. 12: 10am-5pm
Sept. 13: 10am-4pm
Admission:
$9 General
$7 Senior/Military
$4 Youth
Parking: $10
Learn more here!

2026 Ventura Super Indoor Custom Car Show
2026-09-20 11:00 - 17:00 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
Get ready for a celebration of automotive culture! 2026 Ventura Super Indoor Car Show is back bringing the finest vehicles and highest energy to the Ventura Fairgrounds. Join us for a day packed with incredible builds, live entertainment, and family friendly fun!
September 20, 2026
11am – 5pm
Admission: $35
Parking: $10
Click here to learn more!

5th Annual Seaside Oddities Expo
2026-09-26 12:00 - 20:00 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
Step into the strange where the salt air meets the supernatural. The Seaside Oddities Expo brings together premier vendors, dark artists, and collectors of the bizarre for an unforgettable coastal gathering. Wander through aisles brimming with ethically sourced taxidermy, rare osteology, vintage medical tools, Victorian mourning antiquities, handcrafted gothic art, and live sideshow entertainment. Bring the whole family out for Sunday’s costume contest featuring categories and prizes for both kids and adults. Presale tickets are available now for just $10 ($20 the weekend of the event), and kids 10 and under are free with paid adult admission.

Ticket link:

https://www.tickettailor.com/events/seasideeventsllc/2228624

September 26 & 27
All ages welcome
Costumes encouraged

2nd Annual Oktoberfest
2026-10-02 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
Save the date! Oktoberfest returns to the Ventura County Fairgrounds October 2nd, 3rd, and 4th! Get ready for MORE German beer, MORE German food, and MORE Oktoberfest bands, contests, and activities!

Turnstile
2026-10-14 17:30 - 22:00 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
Turnstile: The Never Enough Tour Pt. 2 live at the Ventura County Fairgrounds on Wednesday, October 14.
Tickets: $95.50 each
Available here!
Doors: 5:30pm
Show: 7:00pm

Brick Convention - Lego Fan Event
2026-10-24 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
The Ultimate LEGO Fan Experience! Two buildings for 2026! Join us for the Brick Convention – Lego Fan Event October 24 & 25 at the Ventura County Fairgrounds!
Oct. 24-25
Admission: $15
Parking: $10
Learn more here!
