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Fairground
Event venue
Phone
(805) 648-3376
Hours
SuSunday: Closed
MoMonday: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
TuTuesday: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
WeWednesday: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
ThThursday: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
FrFriday: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
SaSaturday: Closed
10 E Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA 93001, USA
Wednesday: 9AM–5PM
SuMoTuWeThFrSaShow times
SuSunday: Closed
MoMonday: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
TuTuesday: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
WeWednesday: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
ThThursday: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
FrFriday: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
SaSaturday: Closed
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About
Ventura County Fairgrounds and Event Center is a versatile venue that hosts a diverse range of events, from live music performances to motor sports and rodeo shows. While it's best known for the Ventura County Fair, it has become an increasingly popular destination for non-locals seeking an affordable beach weekend or considering relocating to the area. The annual fair offers a delightful mix of attractions, including parades, farm animal exhibits with pig races, carnival rides, live music, and delectable treats.
Why you should go
- Enjoy top music concerts by renowned artists like Martina McBride and the Beach Boys
- Indulge in delicious food options including making your own strawberry shortcake at the Strawberry Festival
- Experience thrilling rides and fun activities for kids such as petting zoos and carnival areas
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Best Fair Ever!! 2022 was the best year in the last 20. We all had a great time. Myself and all the taxi drivers had a great time. Remember to always plan for a ride when you are having a great time. Thank You, to all the people working at the Fair this year. Great Job!!Form All of us at GOLD COAST CAB & AIRPORT TAXIS.
First time there. Wanted to see more interactive booths & we didn't find strawberry sangria anywhere. Security was a bit disorganized when it came to our bus drop off & pick up, not having a designated area.
Amazing Three days in Ventura. Melted in the heat and so glad we paid extra for the Superfan passes. Xgames was everything we had hoped for
Best Fair Ever!! 2022 was the best year in the last 20. We all had a great time. Myself and all the taxi drivers had a great time. Remember to always plan for a ride when you are having a great time. Thank You, to all the people working at the Fair this year. Great Job!!Form All of us at GOLD COAST CAB & AIRPORT TAXIS.
First time there. Wanted to see more interactive booths & we didn't find strawberry sangria anywhere. Security was a bit disorganized when it came to our bus drop off & pick up, not having a designated area.
Amazing Three days in Ventura. Melted in the heat and so glad we paid extra for the Superfan passes. Xgames was everything we had hoped for
Know before you go
- Look out for Wow passes online before the fair begins to save on admission costs
- Consider using park-and-ride services recommended by previous visitors to avoid parking hassles
- Explore non-main entrances to avoid crowds during peak times
- Take advantage of free parking if willing to hunt around or walk a bit further from the venue
Reviews
The Ventura County Fairgrounds and Event Center is a beloved destination for many visitors, offering a mix of entertainment, music concerts featuring top artists like Martina McBride and the Beach Boys, thrilling rides, delicious food options including the opportunity to make your own strawberry shortcake at the Strawberry Festival, fun activities for kids such as petting zoos and carnival areas, convenient parking options with shuttle buses available from satellite lots, and VIP experiences that provide front-row seating without long lines. While some reviewers mentioned high ticket prices for rides and disappointing food quality in certain areas, overall praise was given to the fair's atmosphere and diverse entertainment offerings.
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Best Fair Ever!! 2022 was the best year in the last 20. We all had a great time. Myself and all the taxi drivers had a great time. Remember to always plan for a ride when you are having a great time. Thank You, to all the people working at the Fair this year. Great Job!!Form All of us at GOLD COAST CAB & AIRPORT TAXIS.
First time there. Wanted to see more interactive booths & we didn't find strawberry sangria anywhere. Security was a bit disorganized when it came to our bus drop off & pick up, not having a designated area.
Amazing Three days in Ventura. Melted in the heat and so glad we paid extra for the Superfan passes. Xgames was everything we had hoped for
Unfortunately the food wasn't good. For the prices the are charging they should make an effort. I used to live going every year. The Ventura county Fair should be one of the best in California with the beautiful weather and location. I'm disappointed and ashamed the comité for the fair don't make an effort. Like all those unique Fairs around the Country that are "To Go Fais because of the food and the staff" I been coming to the fair since I was a child and bring my kids but it's a disappointment 😞😥 now. With everything over price, poor customer service and no uniqueness to the Beautiful 805 fair. So many other places would kill to have what we have in the 805 weather and location. Also there should be a focus on giving the locals put in the effort and chances to be the vendors bringing some 805 pride .
It was awesome to have the XGames in California. The set up was pretty convenient considering how much was going on. All the perks at the event made the experience that much better!
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