KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
Welcome to the Ventura County Fairgrounds! In order to provide a safe, secure, and pleasant environment for all patrons we ask for your cooperation in complying with these policies at all times.
Guest Code of Conduct
These activities are prohibited on the Fairgrounds:
- Running, shouting, horseplay, throwing any type of debris;
- Disorderly or disruptive conduct of any type.
- Threatening, belligerent or hostile behavior of any type.
- Standing or walking in larger groups that block the movement of Fairgrounds patrons or cause inconvenience to others.
- Bicycle riding, skateboarding, rollerblading, Moped riding, Segway riding, overboard or skating of any kind on our grounds.
- Bringing alcohol, cannabis or illegal drugs of any kind on to the fairgrounds property.
- Blocking any building, booth, exhibit, concession stand, performance, ticket window, gate, stage, doorway, walkway, fire exit or stairway.
- Use of loud or obscene language or gestures or other offensive behavior that interferes with Fair patrons enjoyment of activities and events at the Fair.
- Littering
- Sitting on or placing feet on tables
- Spitting
- Being on grounds without a shirt or shoes on.
- Bringing pets on grounds with the exception of service animals (see Service Animal Policy)
- Soliciting for sale anything on grounds without written agreement from the Ventura County Fair.
- Wearing gang-related attire, obscene or offensive clothing. The Fair reserves the right to deny admission to, or remove any person wearing attire that is considered inappropriate.
- Wearing clothing that obscures the face, unless worn for cultural, religious reasons or medical conditions.
- Interfering with Fairgrounds business or interfering with the conduct of business by the Fairgrounds.
- Distributing buttons, bumper stickers, hats, balloons, t-shirts, novelty items, food or beverages by non-concessionaires.
- Any activity that could result in physical harm to any person or property.
- Possession of any article defined as a weapon.
- Any activity that violates any federal, state, or local law or policy.
- Use of attached wagon trains (single wagons are allowed, as are coolers no larger than (12½x18½)
All persons entering the Ventura County Fairgrounds agree that they are subject to a protective screening and/or search for weapons, narcotics, alcohol and illegal items.
Violations of these Rules of Conduct will constitute cause for removal of the violator from the Ventura County Fairgrounds property.
Prohibited Items
- Pets, with the exception of service dogs
- Knives
- Drugs
- Glass bottles or metal cans/containers (1 sealed bottle of water per person will be allowed)
- Squirt guns or balloons (through the gate)
- Bicycles, skateboards, scooters
- Guns, mace, clubs or any item determined to be a weapon by Fair security
- Drones or remote-controlled surveillance devices
- Alcoholic beverages (none allowed through gate; beverages are available for purchase on the grounds)
- Outside food & beverage (homemade lunches or snacks are allowed)
- Chairs (such as folding chairs, camping chairs, and beach chairs; this does not include wheelchairs or other mobility devices)
- Advertising or promotional materials, signs, posters that are not pre-approved by the Fairgrounds
- No smoking or vaping
- Narcotics or other illegal substances
- Ice chests
Service Animal Policy
The Ventura County Fairgrounds complies with California State provisions, which allow service dogs in all public areas. A service dog is a dog trained to do specific tasks for a person that he or she cannot do because of a disability. Protecting someone, giving emotional support, or being a companion does not qualify a dog to be a service animal, and are not allowed on the fairgrounds. At the Ventura County Fairgrounds, Dogs in Training or Puppies in Training with appropriate identification will be allowed in all public areas with appropriate supervision providing they do not create a disturbance. One Dog in Training or Puppy in Training per trainer will be allowed on the property. The Fair reserves the right to exclude any trainees creating a disturbance.
Alcohol Policy
Daily alcohol observations will be conducted to ensure service is in compliance with California ABC Rules and Regulations. Alcohol shut off is one hour prior to fair closing each night. Entry gate security supervision will observe and report any guest attempting to enter intoxicated. Security Management Team will not allow entry to anyone intoxicated.
Photography & Video Policy
Photography and video recording are taking place at this event. By entering this venue, you consent to the use of your image in promotional materials and social media.
Photos taken by authorized photographers may be used for promotional and marketing purposes, including but not limited to: event brochures, websites, social media, press releases, and other media.
Attendees can take personal photos for their use but must respect the privacy of others and follow guidelines regarding restricted areas or subjects.
Photography is prohibited in areas where privacy is expected, such as restrooms, medical facilities, or any private spaces.
Scooter & Wheelchair Rentals
Scooter and wheelchair rentals are offered on an event-by-event basis. Please contact individual event coordinators for availability.
