152nd Anniversary Ventura County Fair to Take Place July 29 to August 9, 2026

The 2026 Ventura County Fair will take place July 29 to August 9 at the Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W. Harbor Boulevard in Ventura.

The fair features arts, crafts, food, exhibits, displays, demonstrations, farm animals, petting zoo, carnival rides, games and entertainment. More information at www.VenturaCountyFair.org.

General Admission Prices:  

Regular admission: Ages 13-64 TBA, Ages 6-12 TBA, Ages 65+ TBA, Ages 0-5 free (DISCOUNTED TICKETS AVAILABLE ONLINE FROM 5/26 TO 6/30).

Parking at the Ventura County Fair is $20.00 per car. Parking at the Fairgrounds is limited. Free shuttle buses are provided from the Ventura Government Center, Pacific View Mall, Ventura Community Park, Ventura High School and San Buenaventura State Beach (with $10 parking fee). See venturacountyfair.org/fair/parking-shuttles.

Fair hours are 12pm to 11pm daily. Early opening time on August 4 only is 11am.

Special Promotion Days:

• Wednesday, July 29 – $5 before 5pm

• Friday, July 31 – Youth Day - Visitors ages 12 and under will be admitted free all day with paid adult admission.

• Tuesday, August 4 – Seniors & Persons with Disabilities Day - Ages 65+ and disabled persons (and one caregiver) will be admitted free all day.

• Thursday, August 6 – Community Heroes Day - All teachers, military, police, fire and EMS personnel with current, valid ID and first responders admitted free.

• Friday, August 7 - Food Share Day - Bring 5 non-perishable items to donate and receive a same-day BOGO offer on admission.

Carnival Wristband Days - NEW for 2026 - wristbands available every day.

Grandstand Concert Series Lineup (All concerts are free. Concerts start at 7:30pm unless otherwise noted. VIP seats available for each concert for an additional charge.)

• Wednesday, July 29: Bush

• Thursday, July 30: Marshmello

• Friday, July 31: Iration

• Saturday, August 1: Jake Owen

• Sunday, August 2 3PM: Herencia de Patrones ft. Banda Maguey and Banda Toro

• Monday, August 3 - Ashanti ft. Bow Wow

• Tuesday, August 4 - Switchfoot ft. Hoobastank

• Wednesday, August 5: Nate Smith

Pacifico Stage: Check website for updates.

Flying U Rodeo will be back on Friday through Sunday, August 7th (7pm), 8th (2pm and 7pm) and 9th (2pm and 7pm). Ages 13+ $11.45. Children 3-12 $9.29 (lap children do not require ticket). Rodeo tickets are in addition to fair admission. Tickets on sale at vcfair.org.

2026 Ventura County Greek Festival in Camarillo June 26-28

The 47th Ventura County Greek Festival will take place June 26, 27 and 28 at Saint Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church in Camarillo (5575 Santa Rosa Road).

The event features live Greek music, folk dancing, food, delicious pastries and baklava, vendors, and a kids' play area.

Festival times are 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday.

Check vcgreekfestival.org or call 805.482.1273 for more information. No onsite parking. Free parking and shuttle rides at the Ventura County Office of Education parking lot at 5100 Adolfo Road.

Admission is $6, which includes a raffle ticket. Free admission for kids under age 12 and active military and veterans with ID.

Malibu Chili Cook-Off on September 4-7, 2026

The 2026 Annual Malibu Chili Cook-Off is planned for Labor Day weekend, September 4-7 at 23575 Civic Center Way. Hosted by the Boys & Girls Club of Malibu.

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

Event hours are 4-10PM Friday, 1-10PM Saturday/Sunday and 1-8PM Monday.

Event features a chili contest, carnival, fair, skate contest, live entertainment, food for sale, vendors, and more.

Event parking is $20, cash only.

https://malibuchilicookoff.org

2026 Ventura 4th of July Street Fair and Children's Pushem-Pullem Parade

The City of Ventura 4th of July Street Fair will be back on Saturday, July 4, 2026 along Main Street from Fir Street to Ventura Avenue as well as side streets Chestnut, Oak and California.

The street fair features over 100 arts and crafts booths, live entertainment, food trucks, a car exhibit, and family-friendly activities. Open 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. The event is free to the public.

The 48th Annual Children’s Pushem - Pullem Parade is at 10 a.m.  Assemble at Cemetery Park at Main and Crimea Streets at 9:30 a.m.  The parade proceeds down Main Street to Fir Street at 10 a.m.

www.cityofventura.ca.gov/1737/4th-of-July-Street-Fair-Pushem-Pullem-Pa

Simi Valley Street Fair on Saturday, May 2, 2026

The Simi Valley Street Fair is planned for Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Simi Town Center Way. Event to include vendors, live entertainment, beer and wine garden, city expo, free kids’ fun zone and more. Free admission. Learn more at simivalleystreetfair.com.

63rd Annual Ventura Gem & Mineral Society Gem, Mineral, Fossil & Jewelry Show on March 7-8, 2026

Ventura Gem & Mineral Society presents its 63rd Annual Gem, Mineral, Fossil & Jewelry Show at Seaside Park, Ventura County Fairgrounds. on Saturday, March 7th (10 am to 5 pm) and Sunday, March 8th (10 am to 4 pm).

Explore gems, minerals, rocks, fossils, jewelry, exhibits, displays, prizes, dealers, silent auction, kids' activities, plant sale and more.

FREE admission. There’s a fee for parking.  More information at www.vgms.org.

26th Annual Pooch Parade Dog Walk and Pet Expo in Oxnard on Sunday, September 13, 2026

Canine Adoption and Rescue League (C.A.R.L.) will host its 26th Annual Pooch Parade at a NEW location this year on Sunday, September 13, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event will take place at the beautiful 'olołkoy Beach Park, 1601 S. Harbor Blvd, in Oxnard.

In addition to a fun walk, the event will feature entertainment, education, a large vendor fair, and the opportunity to meet adoptable dogs looking for a fresh start.

The non-profit C.A.R.L. has rescued thousands of dogs since 1996.

Learn more and register at carldogs.org/events-2/pooch-parade.

2026 Arbor/Earth Day Celebration at the Thousand Oaks Community Center on Saturday, April 18th

The City of Thousand Oaks’ annual Arbor Earth Day Celebration returns to Thousand Oaks Community Center Park to celebrate Earth Day and Arbor Day in one combined event on Saturday, April 18, 2026 from 10am to 2pm. This year’s event will include an electric vehicle display area where the public can see and ask questions about various EV models, educational workshops on drip irrigation installation, caring for landscaping in drought, water-wise ground covers, as well as a bicycle safety course & helmet giveaway, bicycle donation/collection, kids activities & bounce house, compost and plant giveaways, raffles, live music, and more.

The festivities begin at 10:00 am in the park area and parking lot of the Thousand Oaks Community Center at 2525 N. Moorpark Road. For more information about this event, visit toaks.gov/earthday.

2026 Santa Barbara Fair & Expo April 23-26 and May 1-3

The Annual Santa Barbara Fair and Expo is planned for April 23-26 and May 1-3, 2026 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 23, 4pm - 9pm (Carnival 10pm)

• Friday April 24, 4pm - 10pm (Carnival 12am)

• Saturday April 25, 11am - 10pm (Carnival 12am)

• Sunday April 26, 11am - 9pm (Carnival 10pm)

• Friday May 1, 4pm - 10pm (Carnival 12am)

• Saturday May 2, 11am - 10pm (Carnival 12am)

• Sunday May 3, 11am - 9pm (Carnival 10pm)

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

Calabasas Earth Day Festival on Saturday, April 18, 2026

The City of Calabasas Earth Day Celebration/Green Expo will take place on Saturday, April 18, 2026 from 2:00pm to 5:00pm at the Las Virgenes Creek site, south of Agoura Rd. in Calabasas. The festival is free of charge and the Calabasas Earth Day event will vendors, giveaways, kids’ events, and more.

Calabasas Earth Day/Green Expo was created to be a day of education, celebration, and action for the natural world in which we live. On April 22, 1970, Earth Day marked the beginning of the modern environmental movement. Calabasas Earth Day/Green Expo sets a clear example for people and businesses how simple lifestyle changes can make a difference.

Learn more at www.cityofcalabasas.com/government/public-works/environmental-igr-division/earth-day-celebration-green-expo..