2024 Santa Barbara Fair & Expo April 25-28 and May 3-5

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The Annual Santa Barbara Fair and Expo is planned for April 25-28 and May 3-5, 2024 at the Earl Warren Showgrounds, 3400 Calle Real, Santa Barbara.

The event will feature carnival rides, farm animals, fair food, great live entertainment and more. There will be over 30 rides and attractions, pony rides, petting zoo, kids' carnival, live entertainment featuring music, illusions, dancing, magic and more, expo showcase of local foods, wine and beer, arts and crafts, horticulture and fine arts displays, free samples of featured desserts, appetizers and other foods at the Fair & Expo Cooking Contest and interactive exhibits. Fair hours as follows:

  • Thursday April 25th, 4pm - 9pm (Carnival 10pm)

  • Friday April 26th, 4pm - 10pm (Carnival 12am)

  • Saturday April 27th, 11am - 10pm (Carnival 12am)

  • Sunday April 28th, 11am - 9pm (Carnival 10pm)

  • Friday May 3rd, 4pm - 9pm (Carnival 10pm)

  • Saturday May 4th, 11am - 10pm (Carnival 12am)

  • Sunday May 5th, 11am - 9pm (Carnival 10pm)

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit earlwarren.com/events/santa-barbara-fair-and-expo.

69th Annual Conejo Valley Days Carnival in Thousand Oaks Planned for June 20 to 30, 2024

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Conejo Valley Days will be back in 2024 starting June 20th through June 30th at Conejo Creek Park South (Janss Road at the 23 Freeway).

The event will feature carnival rides, midway games, live entertainment, vendors and fair food.

Admission is $10, cash only. Children ten and under are free. Active military free with current ID. Limited parking is $5.

Venue will open at 5pm on weekdays and 1pm on weekends.

Visit the Conejo Valley Days website at www.conejovalleydays.us.

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38th Annual California Strawberry Festival at the Ventura County Fairgrounds May 18-19, 2024

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The 38th Annual California Strawberry Festival will take place Saturday and Sunday, May 18-19, 2024 at the Ventura County Fairgrounds (10 W. Harbor Blvd., Ventura). Festivalgoers can indulge in strawberry treats from over 50 food and beverage booths. The festival features artists and crafters, a Ninja Nation obstacle course, live entertainment on two stages, "build-your-own" strawberry shortcake and more.

Since its inception, the nonprofit California Strawberry Festival has donated over $5 million to Southern California charitable organizations. Hours are 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Sunday. Admission is $15, active military with ID and family and seniors 62 and over, $10, youth ages 5 to 12, $8, children 4 and under, free. Limited parking onsite is $20 per vehicle. Visitors are encouraged to use the free shuttle service at the 6 locations nearby. Amtrak station across the street. For more information, go to www.CAStrawberryFestival.org.

The Carnival for Las Virgenes Schools at Whizin Market Square in Agoura, September 1-3, 2023

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The Foundation for Las Virgenes Schools presents "The Carnival" on Labor Day weekend, September 1, 2 and 3, 2023 at Whizin Market Square, 28914 Roadside Drive, Agoura Hills. Hours are Friday 6-11pm and Saturday/Sunday 2-11pm. Free admission. Beer and wine garden, food, rides, prizes and more.

Parking available at 28632 Roadside Drive - a shuttle will be available.

More info at www.thefoundationlvs.org/carnival.

2nd Annual Fall Festival at Plaza Park in Downtown Oxnard on Saturday, October 21, 2023

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The City of Oxnard presents its 2nd Annual Fall Festival at Plaza Park on Saturday, October 21, 2023 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Event will include live entertainment, carnival games, pumpkin decorating, food vendors and more. Free admission. www.oxnardrecevents.com/fall-festival.html

41st Annual Malibu Chili Cook-Off September 1-4, 2023

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The 41st Annual Malibu Chili Cook-Off will take place on Labor Day weekend, September 1-4, 2023 at 23575 Civic Center Way. Hosted by the Boys & Girls Club of Malibu.

ADVANCE TICKET SALES ONLY! TICKETS WILL NOT BE SOLD ONSITE. Tickets at malibuchilicookoff.org.. Carnival tickets will be sold separately.

Hours of Operation:

  • Friday Sept 1: 4pm – 10pm

  • Saturday Sept 2: 1pm – 10pm

  • Sunday Sept 3: 1pm – 10pm

  • Monday Sept 4: 1pm – 8pm

Event features chili contest, carnival, fair, skate contest, live entertainment, food for sale, vendors, etc.

Event parking is $20, cash only.

Learn more and purchase tickets at bgcmalibuchilicookoff.org.

Camarillo Old Town Heritage Days Midsummer Block Party July 12-16, 2023

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Camarillo Old Town Heritage Days Midsummer Block Party takes place July 12 through 16, 2023. Free admission and free live music. There will be carnival rides, food, local craft vendors, live music, live art, car show and much more. Schedule coming soon at www.camarillooldtown.org/heritage-days. Hours are 4pm-9pm July 12 and 13, 4-10pm July 14, 10am to 10pm July 15 and 10am to 8pm July 16.

Simi Summer Days Festival at the Simi Valley Town Center May 26-29, 2023

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The Simi Valley Town Center is hosting the Simi Summer Days Festival May 26-29 (Memorial Day Weekend) 2023. Event to feature a carnival, rides for all ages, food court, live entertainment and more.

Live music lineup:

  • Fri 5/26: Jon Ranger 7PM

  • Sat 5/27: Dr. Wu (Steely Dan tribute) 7PM

  • Sun 5/28: Wicked Sabbath 7PM

  • Mon 5/29 Reign (Classic rock) 7PM

Carnival hours:

  • May 26: 5-10PM

  • May 27: 12PM-11PM

  • May 28: 12PM-10PM

  • May 29: 12PM-9PM

Also on Saturday - Etsy Fair, A-Boxing at 6pm, military events.

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Simi Fall Festival & Carnival at the Simi Valley Town Center October 7 to 9, 2022

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The Simi Fall Festival and Carnival is back at the Simi Valley Town Center on October 7 (5-11PM), October 8 (noon to 11PM) and October 9 (noon to 9pm). Free admission, free parking and free live music. There will also be a carnival, shopping, food and family entertainment.

Variety of carnival rides for all ages. Minimum height requirement 36 inches on many kiddie rides to ride alone. Other rides to include Ferris Wheel, Zipper, Yo Yo Swing Ride, Cliffhanger Fun House, Tea Cups, Super Slide and many more.

Rides require 3 to 8 tickets when purchased onsite. Save by purchasing 10 rides for $25 in advance, by Friday, October 7th at 5pm at kastl-amusements.ticketleap.com/sim-fall-festival--carnival/details

CANCELLED 87th Annual Simi Valley Days Parade and Carnival September 10-13, 2020

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CANCELLED DUE TO PANDEMIC IN 2020 AS WELL AS 2021. PERHAPS WE WILL SEE THIS EVENT BACK IN 2022!

The Simi Valley Days Parade & Carnival 2020 is September 10th to 13th at the Simi Valley Town Center, north of the 118 freeway between Erringer Road and First Street.

In store is carnival games, contests and prizes, live music, shopping, arts and crafts, great food, family entertainment, car show, rides and much more!

Admission will be $7 for ages 6 to 64, $5 ages 65+. Ages 5 and under are free.

Ride wristbands will be available at the event.

More information at www.svfamf.com.

Carnival Hours:
Thursday, September 10 : 5pm - 10pm
Friday, September 11, 5pm - 11pm
Saturday, September 12, Noon - 11pm
Sunday, September 13, Noon - 10pm

Parade is on Saturday from 8:30am to noon. Details at svdays.com/parade-info.