Ventura County Fairgrounds

Adventure Van Expo
2025-05-10 10:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
Get your van on! See custom built vans, check out or accessories – or even buy a van!
Dates:
May 10th: 10 am – 5pm
May 11th: 10 am – 5pm
Admission:
$5 in advance; $10 day of show
Parking:
$10

California Strawberry Festival
2025-05-17 10:00 - 18:30 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
The California Strawberry Festival is back May 17 & 18 at the Ventura County Fairgrounds! They’re bringing the sweet, the juicy, and the oh-so-fun! Get ready for strawberry-inspired outfits, mouthwatering treats, thrilling rides, live music, and so much more!
Saturday, May 17: 10 am – 6:30 pm
Sunday, May 18: 10 am – 6:30 pm
Admission:

Adults $15
Active Military & Dependents with ID $10 – Can only be purchased at the Festival Gate
Seniors (62+) $10
Youth (ages 5-12) $8
Children (ages 4 and under) FREE

Parking:
$30
Tickets may be purchased at Festival entrance gates. Cash and credit cards accepted.
Food booths accept cash only. ATMs on site.
Website

Gold Coast Gem Show
2025-05-24 10:00 - 17:00 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
Gold Coast Gem Show shopping, kids games, something for everyone!
Saturday, May 24 10am-5pm
Sunday, May 25 10am-4pm
Free admission
Parking: $10
Website

Anime Wonder California 2025
2025-05-24 10:00 - 18:00 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
Join us for the 2-day Anime & Japanese Food / Pop-Culture Festival. The Anime Wonder experience will be showcasing the arts with Exhibitors and Artist Vendors, Anime & Video Game Voice Actors, Japanese & Asian Food, Itasha Car Displays, Guest Cosplayers, Cosplay Competitions, Activations, Main Stage Entertainment, Music, and more. Immerse yourself in a two-day escape into the awesome world of anime!
May 24 – 10am – 6pm
May 25 – 11am – 6pm
Admission: $33
(Available to purchase online and at the gate)
Parking: $10
Website

Summerfest Dog Show Cluster
2025-05-31 08:00 - 17:00 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
Summerfest Dog Show Cluster showcases AKC purebred dogs competing in conformation and scent work. Come cheer for your favorite dog to win Best-in-Show and watch dogs use their sniffers to find a hidden scent.
May 31st – 8am-5pm
June 1st – 8am-5pm
Free admission
Parking: $15
Website

Marinelli Bros Circus
2025-05-31 08:00 - 2025-06-09 17:00 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
Step right up to the world debut of Marinelli Bros. Circus – A New Experience at the Ventura County Fairgrounds May 31 – June 9! This all-new, family-owned and operated circus seamlessly blends tradition with innovation, offering an unparalleled and thrilling experience for all ages. Audiences can immerse themselves in the intimate performance, feeling like part of the excitement as world-renowned performers showcase jaw-dropping acts, heart-pounding stunts, and mesmerizing artistry. Prepare to be captivated, entertained, and amazed at Marinelli Bros. Circus — A New Experience!
May 31 – June 9
Showtimes vary
Tickets: $20 – $55
Purchase tickets here!

7th Annual Seaside Tattoo Show
2025-06-06 14:00 - 22:00 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
Located just steps from Surfer’s Point Beach, the 7th Annual Seaside Tattoo Show is a three-day celebration of tattoos, art, and alternative culture. Featuring 115+ tattoo artists, piercers, unique vendors, live performances, and 20+ tattoo contests, this family-friendly festival has something for everyone. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable seaside tradition!
Dates:
June 6th: 2pm-10pm
June 7th: 11am-11pm
June 8th: 11am-7pm
Admission:
Friday: $20
Saturday: $25
Sunday: $25
Parking:
$10
Get tickets here!

Ziggy Marley at Surfer's Point Live
2025-06-28 13:00 - 22:00 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
Don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind beachside reggae experience at Surfers Point Live in the Ventura County Fairgrounds parking lot on Saturday, June 28 in Ventura!
Get your tickets now: www.surferspointlive.com
Lineup:
Ziggy Marley
Matisyahu
Lupe Fiasco
Rey Fresco
OnePeople
Saturday, June 28
Surfer’s Point Live @ Ventura County Fairgrounds
Tickets: www.surferspointlive.com

Boots & Brews Returns with Kane Brown
2025-06-29 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
Country Music superstar Kane Brown is coming to Boots & Brews at Surfers Point Live at the Ventura County Fairgrounds on June 29th! Tickets go on sale to the general public on Thursday, Feb. 13th. For more information and to buy tickets, visit https://www.bootsandbrews.com/.

Tequila & Taco Music Festival
2025-07-19 13:00 - 21:00 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
Get ready, Ventura!! Tequila & Taco Music Festival returns to the Ventura County Fairgrounds on July 19 & 20!
Get your tickets now for:
Gourmet street tacos
Top shelf tequila
Ice cold margaritas
Tequila & Taco Music Festival
July 19 & 20
Saturday, July 19th – 1pm-9pm
Lil Kim
Adelaide
La Marcha
Sunday, July 20th – 12pm-6pm
Vilma Diaz Y La Sonora
The Shakira Experience
Smooth Sounds of Santana
TICKETS

Throw Down Cornhole Festival
2025-08-22 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
Join us for the Throw Down Cornhole Festival! Get ready for an action-packed weekend at the Throw Down Cornhole Festival, happening August 22-24, 2025! Even more excitement has been added this year to keep you entertained. Prepare for intense competition in Cornhole Tournaments, groove to the beats of Live DJs and Bands, and witness the adrenaline-pumping Legacy Fight Alliance Live MMA Fight Night. Test your aim with Axe Throwing, and be amazed by the incredible Nitro Circus Motocross Demonstration. Plus, you’ll find a wide variety of delicious options from Food Vendors, an impressive Truck Show, and much more! Don’t miss out on the biggest Throw Down yet!
August 22-24, 2025
Admission:
1-Day GA Pass: $20
3-Day GA Pass: $45
Parking:
$20
TICKETS

Ventura Nationals Hot Rods, Kustoms & Motorcycle Show
2025-08-30 09:00 - 17:00 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
The 22nd Annual Ventura Nationals Hot Rods, Kustoms & Motorcycle Show pulls into Ventura this Labor Day Weekend. Car culture enthusiasts and families alike will enjoy over 1,000 hot rods, customs, trucks, vans, VW’s and motorcycles all in one place under the palm trees with an ocean breeze at the Fairgrounds. Live entertainment throughout the day, artshow, vendors and more! Good people, good vibes only.
$20 – Adults
$15 – Seniors and Military
FREE – 12 and under
(Must purchase at the gate)

Harvest Festival
2025-09-12 10:00 - 17:00 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
Family-owned and operated, we take pride in upholding the tradition of excellence that has been enjoyed for over 50 years. Shop a vast collection of local makers and small business owners all in one place! Community driven and artisan inspired, it’s truly a unique experience. With hundreds of handcrafted and mindfully curated art & crafts featuring photography, fine jewelry, specialty food, blown glass, wood art, metalwork, vintage wares and more. Three days for the price of one ticket – you won’t find a better bargain!
Dates:
Sept. 12, 10am to 5pm
Sept. 13, 10am to 5pm
Sept. 14th, 10am to 4pm
Admission:
$9 General
$7 Senior and Military
$4 Youth
12 and under FREE
Available to purchase online and at the gate
Parking:
$10
Website

Ventura's Super Indoor Car Show 2025
2025-09-21 11:00 - 17:00 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
Join us on September 21, 2025 for a day filled with cars, trucks, Dubs, Hot Rods, Kustoms, Imports, motorcycles, bicycles, pedal cars and model cars! Event includes a concert and plenty of entertainment for everyone!
Date:
Sept. 21 – 11am-5pm
Admission:
Presale: $25
Day of event: $30
Parking:
$15
Website

4th Seaside Oddities Expo
2025-09-27 10:00 - 20:00 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
Calling all lovers of the strange and unusual! Join us September 27–28, 2025, at the Ventura County Fairgrounds for a weekend filled with 100+ spooky artists and vendors, sideshow performances every hour, and eerie photo ops. Don’t miss this immersive celebration of all things odd!
Dates:
September 27 & 28
Early VIP admission: 10am – Noon
General admission: 12pm – 8pm
Admission:
$30
Parking:
$10
Website

Oktoberfest at the Ventura County Fairgrounds
2025-10-03 18:00 - 23:00 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
The Ventura County Fairgrounds is excited to announce its first-ever OKTOBERFEST, happening October 3rd, 4th, & 5th! Purchase presale tickets now and save: https://venturacountyfair.ticketspice.com/oktoberfest-2025
This is a family-friendly event with rides, an artisan market, live entertainment, German food, and of course, beer!
And because we have THE BEST breweries right here in Ventura County, we are excited to bring this event to you in partnership with:
Enegren Brewing Company
Ventura Spirits
Balcom Canyon Cider
MadeWest Brewing Company
Topa Topa Brewing Company
Tarantula Hill Brewing Company
Transmission Brewing
Ventura Coast Brewing Company
Thank you to our sponsor Samuel Adams, who will also provide non-alcoholic options.
Dates:
Friday, Oct. 3: 6pm-11pm
Saturday, Oct. 4: 12pm-11pm
Sunday, Oct. 5: 12pm-6pm
Presale admission:
Adults (13+): $9
Child (6-12): $5
Senior (65+): $5
Weekend Pass (adult): $24
Weekend Pass (child or senior): $14
+ processing fees
Purchase presale tickets

Seaside Highland Games
2025-10-11 09:00 - 17:00 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
Southern California’s Seaside Highland Games is the premier Scottish festival on the Pacific Coast and will launch its 21st outing on October 11 & 12, 2025. Staged on the Ventura County Fairgrounds in coastal Ventura, California, the venue is transformed into an immersive Scottish village for folks of all ages.
October 11th & 12th
9:00am – 5:00pm
Admission: $25 (Available to purchase online and at the gate)
Parking: $15
Website

Latino Business Expo
2025-10-23 15:00 - 19:00 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
Welcome to the 32nd Latino Business Expo, taking place at the Ventura County Fairgrounds on Oct 23, 2025, from 3pm to 7pm. Come and mix it up with over 100 different businesses from the tri-counties and more. They’ve been the #1 business expo since 2007 and are still going strong because the need for networking is crucial to the success of your business, If You’re Not Networking You’re Not Working.
October 23, 3pm-7pm
Admission: $10 (purchase at the gate only)
Parking: $10
Open to the public
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Brick Convention - LEGO Fan Expo
2025-10-25 10:00 - 13:00 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
The Ultimate LEGO Fan Event! Building zones, LEGO masters, incredible LEGO displays, and so much more!
Dates:
Oct. 25 & 26 – 10am-1pm, 2pm-5pm
Admission:
$15
(Available for purchase online or at the gate)
Parking:
$10
Website

Ventura Pet and Reptile Expo
2025-11-01 10:00 - 17:00 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
From snakes and chameleons to frogs, tarantulas, and even chameleons—experience the ultimate pet and reptile expo! Shop trusted breeders, bioactive supplies, tanks, feeders, and more. Plus, explore a world of furry fun with pet adoptions, toys, treats, and everything your four-legged friend needs. Don’t miss hands-on workshops, live animal shows, and a FREE souvenir e-photo to capture the fun!
Nov. 1 – 10am-5pm
Nov. 2 – 10am-4pm
Admission: $15 Adults / $10 Kids (4-12 yrs. old)
Parking: $10
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CFA Cat Show
2025-11-01 10:00 - 17:00 | CA
The Cat Fancier’s Association (CFA) – the largest pedigree registration for cats – presents the Lucky Penny Cat Show on November 1st. There will be various cats competing for prizes at the show. Additionally, there will be numerous vendors selling various cat toys, clothing, and grooming supplies.
November 1st – 10am-5pm
Admission:
$12 adults
$6 seniors and children over 6 years old
$20 for family of 4
Parking: $10
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The Gothic Market
2025-11-08 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
Grimoire’s Gothic Market – Inspired by pop-culture & classics like Sabrina the Teenage Witch, Classic Horror, and American Horror Story, our Goth & Halloween Horror Exhibition is a folklore-themed market that works to bring together various aspects of Halloween, horror, witches, vampires, classic monsters, tarot, tall tales, campfire stories, couture, the supernatural, strange things, & dark fairytale works (crystals, psychics, plushies, candles, herbology, hand-made goods, fragrances, & professional businesses). Tradeshow. Gothic or formal attire encouraged, but not required.
November 8 & 9
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Gold Coast Gem Show
2025-11-15 10:00 - 17:00 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
A fun-filled weekend showcasing gems, minerals, fossils, jewelry, and more! Explore unique finds from top vendors Check out fossils, crystals, gemstones & lapidary art Enjoy raffles, demos, and hands-on fun free kids activities and educational displays!
November 15: 10am to 5pm
November 16: 10am to 4pm
Free admission
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KPOP Stars Live Show
2025-12-06 16:30 - 20:00 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
This is the only live K-POP show in the USA, bringing the biggest hits and the most iconic moments inspired by your favorite artists​.
December 6
4pm + 6:30pm
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2nd Merry Gothmas
2025-12-13 12:00 - 19:00 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
Summon the holiday spirits at Merry Gothmas! Step into a gothic winter wonderland filled with eerie art, macabre gifts, haunting décor, and over 100 dark vendors offering everything from spooky ornaments to witchy wares. Capture the moment at our immersive holiday photo ops and embrace the darker side of the season.
December 13 + 14, 12pm-7pm
Admission: $10 presale / $20 at the door
Parking: $10
Website
Tickets

Jurassic Quest
2026-01-09 12:00 - 20:00 | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
Embark on a journey where North America’s largest moving, roaring, and breathing dinosaurs come alive in a fully immersive walk-through experience. Discovery awaits at every turn as families dig for fossils, meet adorable baby dinos, ride life-sized giants, and let their creativity soar in our LEGO®-themed play zones.
January 9: 12pm-8pm
January 10: 8am-6pm
January 11: 9am-5pm
Admission starts at $22 + fees
Parking: $10
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