150th Anniversary Ventura County Fair to Take Place July 31 to August 11, 2024

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The 2024 Ventura County Fair will take place July 31 to August 11 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:  

Pre-sale: Ages 13-64 $15/day, Ages 6-12 $10/day, Ages 65+ $10/day, Ages 0-5 free

Regular admission (July 31-August 11): Ages 13-64 $20, Ages 6-12 $15, Ages 65+ $15, Ages 0-5 free

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 parking fee). See venturacountyfair.org/fair/free-shuttles-transportation.

The fair opens at noon on weekends and opening day and at 1pm on other weekdays. Midway closes no later than midnight and not before 11pm.

Special Promotion Days:

  • Wednesday, July 31 – $3 before 3pm

  • Friday, August 2 – Youth Day - Visitors ages 12 and under will be admitted free all day with paid adult admission.

  • Monday, August 5 – 805 Day $5 admission before 5pm.

  • Tuesday, August 6 – Seniors & Persons with Disabilities Day - All Ventura County Fair visitors ages 65 or better and disabled persons and one companion will be admitted free all day. Gates will open early at 11am this day only.

  • Thursday, August 8 – Military Appreciation Day and First Responder Day - All military with current, valid ID and first responders admitted free.

  • Friday, August 9 - Food Share Day

Carnival Wristband Days will be August 1, 6 and 7. $45 for ride wristbands that can be used until 7pm these days.

Regular fair hours are 12pm to 12am daily

Entertainment Lineup (All concerts are free; VIP seats available for each concert for an additional charge.)

  • Wednesday, July 31 – I Love the 90’s Tour (with Vanilla Ice, Tone Loc, Sugarhill Gang, C+C Music Factory featuring Freedom Williams)

  • Thursday, August 1 – Brantley Gilbert

  • Friday, August 2 – Sublime with Rome

  • Saturday, August 3 – Dustin Lynch

  • Sunday, August 4 – Los Tucanes de Tijuana y Tap Quinter

  • Monday, August 5 - Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias

  • Tuesday, August 6 – Ludacris

  • Wednesday, August 7 – Gary Allan

Flying U Rodeo is on 8/9 at 7pm, 8/10 at 2pm and 7pm and 8/11 at 2pm and 7pm. Tickets can be purchased online or in person for $8 to $10 per ticket.

Wild and Scenic Film Festival in Ventura on August 24, 2024

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Ventura Land Trust’s annual benefit, the Wild & Scenic Film Festival, returns on Saturday, August 24th to the expansive lawn of the Ventura County Credit Union headquarters, 2575 Vista Del Mar Drive, Ventura. The film festival features nearly two hours of environmental and activism films along with live music, food trucks, drinks, raffle, auction, kids’ activities and more.

A family-friendly event, participants are encouraged to spread out on chairs and blankets. Doors open at 5 pm, and films begin just before 8 pm as the sky darkens.

A general admission ticket is $40, $5 children and $10 for teens (13-17). VIP tickets, which include special gift items and admission to the Ventura Vibe VIP Lounge, are $125. Tickets and more information at www.venturalandtrust.org/wild-scenic-film-festival.

21st Annual Ventura Nationals at Ventura County Fairgrounds on Saturday, August 31, 2024

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The 21st Annual Ventura Nationals Car and Motorcycle Show is planned for Saturday, August 31, 2024 at the Ventura County Fairgrounds. Fun all around with car/motorcycle show, live music, vendors, food and more.

Gates open at 7:00 am. Show hours are 10am to 5pm. More information and tickets at www.venturanationals.com

2024 Surf Rodeo Music & Surf Festival in Ventura on July 5-6

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Surf Rodeo will take place on Friday/Saturday, July 5-6, 2024 at Surfer’s Point in Ventura.

Featuring over 30 bands, a surf rodeo competition, a bikini cowgirl and bikini cowboy contest, cornhole tournament, skateboard demos, over 70 vendors, and more. Hours are 2-10pm on Friday and noon to 10pm on Saturday.

More information and tickets at www.surfrodeo.org.

2024 Tequila & Taco Music Festival in Ventura on Saturday, July 13th

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The Tequila & Taco Music Festival is planned for Saturday, July 13, 2024 from 1-9PM at the Ventura County Fairgrounds. Get delicious Mexican cuisine from some of the best local food vendors and trucks, try tequila samples from more than 20 top-shelf tequila brands, sip on ice-cold margaritas beachside, and enjoy live performances by Ozomatli, the Ying Yang Twins, Outlaw Mariachi, and more. Tickets are on sale now at: www.tequilaandtacomusicfestival.com

2024 Seaside Movie Nights at Ventura Harbor Village on July 20, August 17 and September 21

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Save the date for Summer Seaside Movie Nights, July 20, August 17 and September 21, 2024 starting after sunset at Ventura Harbor Village Main Lawn, 1583 Spinnaker Drive in Ventura. Plan to arrive early to enjoy live DJ or bands, and grab dinner and dessert at one of the Village's seaside restaurants. Movie-goers are encouraged to bring blankets and low chairs.

All events are pending weather conditions. Visit www.VenturaHarborVillage.com for pre-show activities and event updates.

Here is the lineup:

Saturday, July 20: Barbie - Join in the fun with the sensational movie hit “Barbie” for a seaside beach ball bash with live DJ spinning the tunes ahead of the film, plus a Barbie & Ken and Barbie movie costume contest for prizes! Come relax, unwind, and "Just Beach" by the seashore. (PG-13)

Saturday, August 17: 60th Anniversary of The Endless Summer – Join in celebrating this timeless surf classic for the 60-year anniversary showing. With their surfboards as luggage, wave riders Robert August and Mike Hynson travel from one coastline to the next, trying the waves in Hawaii, Africa, Australia, Tahiti. (Rated PG)

Saturday, September 21: Hook - Arghh mateys!! Peter Pan is BACK! Dress in yer best pirate gear to relish in a Robin Williams family - fun classic - Hook! Join the Lost Boys, Wendy, John, and Tinker Bell on an adventure through Neverland. Be sure to keep a weather eye out for pirates! (Rated PG-13)

2024 Cool Breeze Century Ride in Ventura on Saturday, August 17th

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COOL BREEZE CENTURY 2023

30, 60, 100 and 125 Miles

Saturday, August 17, 2024

Ventura

Sponsored by the Channel Islands Bike Club and the Kiwanis Club of Ventura, the Cool Breeze route follows the coast from Ventura to Santa Barbara. The weather is generally in the low 70's -- you can't ask for better summer cycling weather! There are lots of great rest stops along the way. Pre-race breakfast and post race lunch included.

Visit coolbreezecentury.com for more information and to register.

2024 Ventura Rotary Fireworks Show and Family Picnic on Thursday, July 4th

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Ventura Rotary is hosting the annual Fireworks Show and Family Picnic on Thursday, July 4th at the beautiful Ventura College athletic fields.

Gates open at 5 pm with a spectacular fireworks show at 9 pm. The evening also includes live music, food trucks, and a Kids Fun Zone with bounce houses, inflatable attractions and organized games.

Tickets $10 for ages 13+, $5 ages 4-12. Tickets can also be purchased in advance online or at the gate. $30 for a family of four (pre-sale only).

Visit venturafireworks.com for updates and for the link to purchase tickets in advance.

Guests may bring a picnic, including food, coolers, non alcoholic drinks (in plastic or aluminum), blankets and soft folding chairs. Small umbrellas are allowed, however pop-ups and large umbrellas are not allowed.  Please, no pets and no BBQs/stoves. 

2024 Ventura 4th of July Street Fair and Children's Pushem-Pullem Parade

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The City of Ventura 4th of July Street Fair will be back on Thursday, July 4, 2024 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 47th 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