County Fair Guide

Ventura County Fair

Ventura, California

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2026 Dates

Jul 29 – Aug 9, 2026

Duration

12 days

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Size

large

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Founded

Since 1875

Local Tips

The Ventura County Fair has one of the most spectacular settings of any fair in America — the Pacific Ocean is visible from the fairgrounds and the ocean breezes keep summer temperatures comfortable.

What You'll Find There

Expect championship livestock shows, 4-H and FFA competitions, carnival rides with ocean views, major grandstand entertainment, local strawberry and lemon products, and a spectacular oceanfront fair setting.

The Fair

The Ventura County Fair is a 12-day summer spectacular on the Pacific Ocean in one of Southern California's finest beach cities, drawing hundreds of thousands of visitors for livestock competition, entertainment, and ocean breezes. Founded in 1875, it stands as one of California's most enduring agricultural fair traditions.

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