Ventura County Fair

11/11/2024

Thank you to our veterans! 🇺🇸 We are grateful for your service!

11/11/2024

11/09/2024

Update

Our hearts go out to our community members.

We want to extend our gratitude to the first responders who continue to fight the Mountain Fire and support citizens affected by the devastation. The Fairgrounds has an up-close look at the efforts being made and has partnerships with the Ventura County Fire Department, Cal Fire, the Ventura County Sheriff's Office, Ventura County Animal Services, CHP, and many more agencies - all of whom are working on behalf of our community.

On Wednesday, the Ventura County Fairgrounds was transformed from the event venue you know, to an evacuation resource for large animals, a staging area for fire personnel, and a command center for the Sheriff's Department - in a matter of hours. The Fairgrounds has become a small city of big heroes. As of this morning, there are 497 engines from cities far and wide and 2,999 personnel coming and going to and from the Fairgrounds. There are 150+ horses, goats, alpacas, and other large animals in our barns.

Thank you to those who have offered to drop-off donations for the personnel. Please consider donating to those affected by the fire. Evacuation centers, Food Share Ventura County, the Red Cross, Ventura County Animal Services, and other organizations are supporting the community in incredible ways.

Ventura County Animal Services: https://www.vcas.us/

Food Share of Ventura County: https://foodshare.com/

Red Cross: https://rdcrss.org/3YZjHwP

Important updates about the Mountain Fire are available on VCEmergency.com.

11/07/2024

The Ventura County Fairgrounds has reached capacity for large animal evacuations. We will post updates as space becomes available.

For alternative availability, please call Ventura County Animal Services at (805) 388-4341.

11/06/2024

The Ventura County Fairgrounds is NOW OPEN as an evacuation center for large animals. Please enter through Gate 3.

Small animals will be accepted at the Camarillo Shelter (Ventura County Animal Services).

11/01/2024

THIS WEEKEND: Central Valley Pet & Reptile Expo

Central Valley Reptile & Pet Expo events are packed with exotic reptiles including lizards and snakes, arachnids, frogs and much more. Experience it all at the Ventura County Fairgrounds this weekend, Saturday, Nov. 2 and Sunday, Nov. 3! Visit vendors with discount coupons and free samples! Adoption and rescue groups will also be onsite, so come join the fun and take home a new reptile or furry pet!

Learn more & purchase tickets: https://www.centralvalleyreptileexpo.com/

11/01/2024

THIS SATURDAY: Lucky Penny Cat Club

Cat shows are a feline lover's paradise, where the beauty, grace and charm of cats take center stage. Cat enthusiasts from around the world gather to showcase their beloved feline companions at the enchanting Lucky Penny Cat Club exhibits at the Ventura County Fairgrounds on November 2nd. With a wide variety of cat breeds on display, visitors can marvel at the diversity of these elegant creatures, each exuding a unique personality and traits.

November 2 - 10am-5pm

Admission:
$10 Adults
$6 Children and Seniors

Learn more: https://cfa.org/event/lucky-penny-cat-club/

10/25/2024

THIS WEEKEND: Adventure Van Expo

Join us Saturday & Sunday for a family-friendly weekend open to all ages, celebrating the van life community! It's a great opportunity to view over 50 van vendors.

In addition to all of the great van builds, the event will feature live music, food, and local brews all weekend long. And those looking to show off their custom builds are encouraged to sign up for the DIY Contest where they will have their rigs viewed by hundreds of event goers and rated by van build experts.

October 26 @ 10am - 5pm
October 27 @ 10am - 3pm

Tickets: https://adventurevanexpo.com/ventura-ca/

10/23/2024

Don’t miss Ventura County’s largest networking event: The Latino Business Expo!

The Latino Business Expo returns to the Ventura County Fairgrounds on Thursday, October 24 from 3pm-7pm! Tickets are available at the door. Learn more at https://www.latinoexpousa.com/.

10/18/2024

SATURDAY: October 19, 3pm-7pm

Don’t miss the Exotic Bird Mart and Expo happening this weekend at the Ventura County Fairgrounds! Tickets are only sold at the door.

10/17/2024

THIS WEEKEND: High School Rodeo

High School Rodeo is this Saturday & Sunday, October 19 & 20 at the Ventura County Fairgrounds. Founded in 1970, the California High School Rodeo Association (CHSRA) is an independent, non-profit student athletic association, dedicated to building sportsmanship, horsemanship and character in our youth.

10/16/2024

This Weekend: Tidal Tumble 2024

Tidal Tumble 2024 is 4414 | HighTide's fourth off-season FIRST Robotics Competition event! Happening Saturday and Sunday, October 19 - 20.

Details: https://www.tidaltumble.com/

10/10/2024

Seaside Highland Games returns to the Ventura County Fairgrounds this weekend - Oct. 12 & 13! Southern California’s Seaside Highland Games is the premier Scottish festival on the Pacific coast, with participants that travel from all the western states to take part.

Don't miss the Opening Ceremonies and Grand Parade on Saturday at noon, 4 stages of music (featuring Angry Brians, Ploughboys and Sligo Rags, The Browne Sister and more), while nearby the Highland Heavies and the braw Scottish athletes amaze you. Plus:
- Herding dogs demos
- Dancers of all ages
- The St. Andrews Society of Los Angeles Harp Glen
- World War II military encampment
- Vendors
- Celtic food and drink
- Childrens Glen for the wee ones
- and more!

See full schedule and buy tickets at: https://www.seasidehighlandgames.org/

10/03/2024

The Harvest Festival returns to the Ventura County Fairgrounds this weekend, October 4-6! Enjoy one-of-a-kind shopping Friday through Sunday.

Hours:
Friday & Saturday: 10am to 5pm
Sunday: 10am to 4pm

New lower price:
$5 General Admission (13 & above)

Get your tickets at https://harvestfestival.com/home!

09/26/2024

The first Anime Wonder convention experience is launching this weekend at the Ventura County Fairgrounds!

Anime Wonder is a 2-day Anime & Japanese Food / Pop-Culture Festival. The Anime Wonder experience will showcase 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!

Sat. Sept 28: 12pm - 8pm
Sun. Sept 29: 12pm - 7pm

Learn more & get your tickets: https://animewonderfest.com/
(Kids under 6 are FREE!)

09/25/2024

Kick-off Spooky Season at the 3rd Annual Seaside Oddities Expo 🎃! Shop the odd, the strange, and the unusual this weekend, September 28 & 29 at the Ventura County Fairgrounds!

Hearse Car Show, Beetlejuice photo-ops, Spooky tattoos, Sideshow performers, Butterfly Pinning Classes, Special Guests the LA Ghostbusters, and The Cure's Lol Tolhurst! Kids arts & Crafts, Face Painting, Costume Contest, and so much more!

Come and celebrate the weird and wonderful world of Oddities at Seaside, Tickets are on sale now! https://seasideodditiesexpo.com/

09/21/2024

SUNDAY! Don't miss the Super Indoor Custom Car Show at the Ventura County Fairgrounds on Sunday, Sept. 22 from 11am-5pm!

🎟 Tickets are available at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2024-ventura-super-indoor-car-show-tickets-946979028767?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

09/19/2024

5 facts about the Ventura County Fairgrounds Foundation!

How much do you know about the Ventura County Fairgrounds Foundation?

Here are 5 facts:

1. The Ventura County Fairgrounds Foundation is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that provides financial support to the Ventura County Fairgrounds for improvements to the grounds, capital projects, equipment, and programs.

2. The Ventura County Fairgrounds receives NO TAX DOLLARS and therefore depends on event revenue and community donations facilitated through the Foundation.

3. The Ventura County Fairgrounds Foundation has a Board of Trustees that consists of 17 community members who meet quarterly.

4. The bricks you see in the Main Entry Plaza of the Fairgrounds is a fundraising effort by the Ventura County Fairgrounds Foundation. Organizations, businesses, and community members can donate to the Foundation to have an inscribed brick added to the entry.

5. The Ventura County Fairgrounds Foundation efforts can be seen throughout the Fairgrounds - from benches (45 donated!) and landscaping (30 Queen palm trees along Figueroa) to restroom renovations and rental equipment. Community donations make these efforts possible.

Learn more about the Foundation at https://venturacountyfairgroundsfoundation.org/