Ventura County Fairgrounds and Event Center

Category: Fairground

Address: 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA 93001, USA

Phone: +18056483376

Opening hours

Sunday: 1PM–12AM

Monday: 8AM–5PM

Tuesday: 8AM–5PM

Wednesday: 8AM–5PM

Thursday: 8AM–5PM

Friday: 8AM–5PM

Saturday: 1PM–12AM

Reviews

Janell Stover

Aug 14, 2022

We were visiting Ventura and it was a happy surprise, that the Fair started the day after we arrived. We usually come to visit for the day and decided to stay extra days and we were not disappointed. Right there by the ocean was this really great size fair. Rides, shopping, food, music and animals. It was full of things to do, eat and see. On top of everything else, we got amazing seats to see Martina McBride. She was amazing 👏 After that, having walked off dinner, we stopped to get a treat and listen to a local band. As our hotel was within walking distance, we walked along with other folks heading into town, back for the night. Now, to plan another fun day in Ventura. We highly recommend the Ventura Fair.

Polo Polo

Aug 12, 2022

Such a fun fair! I've done Oc and Pomona and they are great but Ventura is smaller l, but you have everything those huge fairs have. Great rides great staff and omg let me tell you about them Fish tacos and cookie stand DELICIOUS 😋!!! A MUST! its to bad ill have to wait another year for those but well worth the wait. And great view from the ferris wheel 2 👍👍 ⏫️

Donna Gutierrez

Aug 6, 2022

Nice that the fair is back but more than an hour to park. As we walked from pier parking they were allowing fairground parking. 🤨 Walking through entire parking lot you will find large preferential parking barricades off in the middle and very empty. Beer gardens do not take cash. Small print under large prices. $7 each to ride Big Ferris Wheel. Line is fast but you really only make 1 to 2 revolutions for $7. If the fair is dear to your heart, budget for it like you would the larger Amusement parks. Budget your time and money. Very time consuming as you are waiting for everything. The wait isnt the staff, it's the people in front of you. Lots of them and not considerate of others. Not to mention the droves of people walking into and through a very distinct line! I had fun with my group but will think very hard about my next visit.

Jose Alonso

Jul 11, 2022

Surprisingly clean and organized, right next to the beach so it was 73 degrees while the Valley was 97 degrees. There was thousands of people but enough space to not be disgusted. Highly suggest you arrive early because the VIP is only for parking, but not for the admission, the admission walk in line is combined standard and VIP tickets.

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Questions & Answers

Are there lockers to store personal items

Raul Romero | Aug 22, 2019
Maria Villarreal | Aug 14, 2022

Ven is it over?

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Do you allow dogs in the RV camping area, but not in the event area? Thank you.

Jerry Rutch | Jul 22, 2022
Shannon Taylor | Jul 24, 2022

I think so

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Do the rent mobility scooters?

Maria Barajas | Aug 21, 2021
Georgia Vargo | Aug 14, 2022

Yes $60.00 for the day. Left after entering the fair

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Are they still doing COVID testing g at fairgrounds?

Brenda Drew | Aug 21, 2021
Jonathan Gurrola | Aug 21, 2021

Yes they are. They are also offering vaccinations

Are there rv dumping facilities

Carlene Thayer | Aug 21, 2020
Richard Drury | Aug 21, 2020

Yes, they even show RV for sale there twice a year.

How much money should I give my kid for rides Friday night?

Martinez Lonsdale | Aug 22, 2019
Zeyad Zafar | Aug 22, 2019

We paid 30 something for 40 tickets, that's about 10 rides at 4 a pop, bigger kids rides are 5.

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when is a horse show

Mary Meyer | Aug 22, 2019
Francisco Romero | Aug 22, 2019

Equestrian shows are daily but the Rodeo is Saturday and Sunday at 2pm and 7pm. Arrive early to gain access. Last year gates closed 30 minutes after opening.

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How much are the ride tickets

A Google User | Aug 22, 2019
Georgia Vargo | Aug 14, 2022

Wrist bands $40. For 1:-6:00.

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I’m coming to warped tour on Sunday and wondering if I can bring a backpack?

Olivia Rugg | Aug 22, 2018
Peachy Peach | Aug 22, 2018

Yes just be prepared. They have rules for what is allowed in the venue.

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will the weekly wedenday swapmeet be on regular times

Donald Hockett | Aug 22, 2018
Ron Livsey | Aug 22, 2018

Not yet

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Is the Ventura Fairgrounds still accepting clothes for the fire victims?

Susan Meeks | Aug 22, 2018
Eileen MacLennan Johnson | Aug 22, 2018

If you call them they mught know where else to donate or call the red cross

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Are there going to be fireworks after each day of fair?

Anthony Sanchez | Aug 7, 2022
David Malagon | Aug 14, 2022

Is the fair good at all? Seems like people are only interested in the fireworks.

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Will there be fireworks this year

drea sedano | Aug 7, 2022
Georgia Vargo | Aug 14, 2022

No

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How do I buy a pass to the VC Fair..

Moi Tous | Aug 7, 2022
Jilberto Lomeli | Aug 7, 2022

You can go up to the vendor window or the front office they will be able to help you.

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When is the diaper derby?

Laura Vanbuskirk | Jul 24, 2022
Willie Smith-Kennedy | Jul 31, 2022

Don't have the slighted idea

Is there camping available at the fairgrounds when the fair is not going on?

Linda Tiffany | Jul 22, 2022
Ricardo Cardona | Jul 22, 2022

Nope

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What is the attendance capacity of the arena for concerts?

Essoya Artisans | Apr 23, 2022
David conboy | Apr 23, 2022

5000 + I think

Is there a hotel close to Ventura County fair?

Jorge Garcia | Apr 23, 2022
ernest franklin | Apr 23, 2022

Yes the Crown Plaza Ventura Beach.

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Where is the closest parking lot to the Dinasaur Exhibit on the 15th?

Anne Woodward | Jan 23, 2022
Steve Yue | Jan 23, 2022

On the fairgrounds property- they have a huge parking lot on the front side of the fairgrounds.

Do you have kennel facilities for a pet when a person is attending an event?

Sonja Toner | Oct 25, 2021
Georgia Vargo | Aug 14, 2022

No

Are you guys open?

E man | Aug 21, 2021
Jay King | Aug 21, 2021

Should be open this weekend.

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Where is the main entrance for Ventura fairgrounds for Concert inyour Car I want to get there early and park and wait

Chashana Hornberger | Aug 21, 2021
Rosa Quintana | Aug 21, 2021

Actually, they have staff guiding you were to go and which spot is yours. Also, they have signs along the way. Have fun.

What's the parking. Look like in the tower of power concert on Sept. 6-2020

Jesse Avila | Aug 21, 2021
Antonella Cammarota | Aug 21, 2021

Plenty of parking around 5pm. They were directing vehicles in a Disneyland arrival style.

What is the parking and distance like during the movies in your car? If I needed to leave during the movie would I be able to drive out or would I be parked in.

Kylie Keagy | Aug 21, 2020
Fonz Guardado | Aug 21, 2020

A little less than 1x car width between those next to you. At least 1x car length between the rows. You would have no issue leaving during/early.

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Anyone else upset that they keep raising prices while cutting back on things?

J Hestet | Aug 21, 2020
Ivel Nogram | Aug 21, 2020

This place is sad, like everywhere in California

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Do they allow overnight parking?

Dan Jessel | Aug 21, 2020
Allen Bledsoe | Aug 21, 2020

No they dont. This is a state run fairgrounds.

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Is the ventura country fair open?

Charm Villamor | Aug 22, 2019
Marisol Segovia | Aug 22, 2019

It is a yearly event usually running from Aug 1st-Aug 12th. You can visit their website in May or June to see their dates, pre-sale tickets, and concert performers ahead of time.

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Can you bring drinks into the fair?

Janice Melone | Aug 22, 2019
D Perio | Aug 22, 2019

Yes you can

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Is the entrance free afther 6;00pm

Guadalupe horta | Aug 22, 2019
Ada Seto | Aug 22, 2019

No, is $12

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What time does it close to day

VoidClip | Aug 22, 2019
Georgia Vargo | Aug 14, 2022

2022 open 1:00-11:00.

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Are chairs allowed in grandstand area?

Joy Nairne | Aug 22, 2019
Jennifer Ragde | Aug 22, 2019

I don't think so. They have grandstand seating and the area in front of the stage has folding seats as well.

Who do I call regarding security?

Mark Savalla | Aug 22, 2019
WILLIAM ROGERS | Aug 22, 2019

You have to call the main office at the fairgrounds. The number is on there website.

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Do they have strollers for rent?

Catherine Stevenson | Aug 22, 2019
WILLIAM ROGERS | Aug 22, 2019

Yes they do

How much is for the parent entry?

Yux_editer also his sister | Aug 22, 2019
Ava Manzano | Aug 22, 2019

It is $12 dollars

At what time does the fair end today? What time at night??

Yux_editer also his sister | Aug 22, 2019
Holly Meadors | Aug 22, 2019

10 pm

Can I bring my small emotional support dog?

Pamela Mccain | Aug 22, 2019
Dan Jessel | Aug 21, 2020

Emotional support animal are not protected under the ADA. So, the answer to this question in all cases where only service animals allowed is no. Emotional support animals are NOT service animals!!

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How much is a senior ticket

Pattie Hunt | Aug 22, 2019
Wayne Breault | Aug 22, 2019

Wate till senior day you get in free

Spas for sale?

Alice Figueroa | Aug 22, 2019
Steven O'Connor | Aug 22, 2019

There has always been spa vendors in previous years. They usually setup in the home and garden exhibit and occasionally in the landscape exhibition section. Hope that helps

When and where to enter a child’s art entry

Linda Tucker | Aug 22, 2019
Georgia Vargo | Aug 14, 2022

Between June and July look on line and all entries are on line from 2022. Please enter.

Is the flea market every Wednesday at the Ventura county fairgrounds

Origanl Content | Aug 22, 2019
Gonzalez Martin | Aug 22, 2019

Yes

Is there a senior s day?

Marlene Baumgartner | Aug 22, 2019
Robert Rivera sr | Aug 22, 2019

Senior day and persons with disabilities August 6th Ventura county Fair if that's what you're looking for

Is there a flea market going on today at the Ventura fairgrounds ?

Arturo Marquez | Aug 22, 2019
Ron Willis | Aug 22, 2019

Yes, from 7-1 $1.00

When is the Ventura County fair 2019

Deborah Larazolo | Aug 22, 2019
Steven O'Connor | Aug 22, 2019

July 31 to Aug 11

Is Swapmeet open today at the fairgrounds?

Corinne Idris | Aug 22, 2019
Bill MacG | Aug 22, 2019

No

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Vending in front of an R.V. on Shake Down Street, for the three days at Skull and Roses event. Can a small dog be in the R.V.?

Tom Hegdahl | Aug 22, 2019
Peter Tamag | Aug 22, 2019

Dogs are aloowed in tht RV as long as they are not disturbing anyone else in my oppinion. Your RV is not a property of fairground therefore some restrictions are apply only when your dogs lay their feet on the ground of Fairgrounds. Ie only dogs on leases are alowed with exceptions meaning you having total control of your pet dogs. This is what i know.

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because of the fires, is the show going on today?

Scott Eckersley | Aug 22, 2019
Shawn Smith | Aug 22, 2019

What show?

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Is there tent camping on site?

A Google User | Aug 22, 2019
Darren Vadnais | Aug 22, 2019

No not in Fairgrounds. I believe that there is a campground about a half a mile north.

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When's the last day of the fair

Jesus Magana | Aug 22, 2018
Nicole | Aug 22, 2018

Sunday 8/12

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When is the Ventura County Fair?

Magdalena Amezaga | Aug 22, 2018
Chera Minkler | Aug 22, 2018

August 1-12, 2018

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can u bring bottle water inside

Melycen Pijuan | Aug 22, 2018
Joseph Pacheco | Aug 22, 2018

You might be able to but the water bottle has to be sealed it cannot be open or partially drank from. I worked there last year.

How much millage from here to ventura

Ana Penate | Aug 22, 2018
Linda Kreis Burr (Lynn) | Aug 22, 2018

130 miles

We are going to warped tour tomorrow will the venue allows metal water canisters?

marc alegado | Aug 22, 2018
Eileen MacLennan Johnson | Aug 22, 2018

Check with both the concert website and the fairgrounds website to make sure.

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Does anyone know what the parking situation (cost, availability etc) is for Warped on Sunday (6/24)?

Lara Friedmann | Aug 22, 2018
Linda Kreis Burr (Lynn) | Aug 22, 2018

Y'all Have to Pay

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When does it start ???

Jaquelyn Yepez | Aug 22, 2018
Gary Hall | Aug 22, 2018

Ventura County Fair Dates, August 1st thru the12th , 2018

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Is there a parking fee?

Chris Dyck | Aug 22, 2018
Eileen MacLennan Johnson | Aug 22, 2018

Depends on the day and the event

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What's happening today

David Davis | Aug 22, 2018
William Boyd | Aug 22, 2018

The Ventura county fairgrounds website is pretty informative.

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When will the parking lot be cleared of flood mud. ?

Stan Lester | Aug 22, 2018
Eileen MacLennan Johnson | Aug 22, 2018

Best thing to do is call the admin office for more details.

What is going on with the heavy excavating equipment in the parking lot?

lib yaneed | Aug 22, 2018
Eileen MacLennan Johnson | Aug 22, 2018

I would calk the fairgrounds, they probably won't respond here.

Will the gun show be held as scheduled, 12/16-17/17?

Daniel Mattera | Aug 22, 2018
Daniel Mattera | Aug 22, 2018

It is cancelled. Conflicting info on VCFG Calendar. Crossroads of West says cancelled.

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Are the Fairgrounds open for Fire Victims today 12/10/17?

JoyC Barbee | Aug 22, 2018
Ricky Cox | Aug 22, 2018

yes

I have question? Tomorrow is open? Thanks.

Claudia Baez | Aug 22, 2018
Bluekandy | Aug 22, 2018

Well, first of all, why would you want to go there when there's a giant fire right next door? Lol. That being said, if the fire is contained, then it'll be open

what time do you close tonight?

ashley biggins | Aug 22, 2018
Andy A | Aug 22, 2018

Depends on the event

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How much are tickets to the dinosore exibit

Jacob Degrande | Aug 22, 2018
Ronny Livsey | Aug 22, 2018

I didn't know they had a dinosaur exhibit either I have no idea how much it cost

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Date of fair

Larry Koscheski | Aug 22, 2018
Bluekandy | Aug 22, 2018

Always beginning of August

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How many days is the fair???

Francisco Fonseca | Aug 22, 2018
Arnulfo Delgado | Aug 22, 2018

10 days

Are dogs allowed in fairgrounds?

Carolyn richardson | Aug 22, 2018
Bluekandy | Aug 22, 2018

I wouldn't recommend bringing a dog, some days the fair is so crowded that a dog would likely get trampled on accident

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