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Summer <\/a>fair season<\/a> is officially here, and if you\u2019ve never experienced the Ventura County Fair, you\u2019re missing out on one of Southern California\u2019s finest summer traditions<\/a>. Sitting right on the coastline at Seaside Park, it\u2019s one of the few places where you can ride a Ferris wheel with direct views of Pacific Ocean<\/a> waves.<\/p>\n The carnival<\/a> setup at the Ventura County Fair<\/a> hits different because of its location. You get all the classic thrills\u2014giant swings, roller coasters, and neon-lit carnival games\u2014backed by a cool ocean breeze. Grab a ride on the Giant Wheel right at sunset for the absolute best view on the coast.<\/p>\n \ud83c\udfa4 A free concert lineup with major names<\/p>\n The biggest draw this year might be the entertainment. The Chumash Casino Resort Concert Series takes over the Toyota Grandstand Stage with a stacked lineup<\/a>, and here\u2019s the best part: concerts are free<\/a> with fair admission, no extra ticket required. This year\u2019s schedule includes:<\/p>\n \ud83c\udfb8 Bush \u2014 Wednesday, July 29 (Opening Day)<\/p>\n \ud83c\udfa7 Marshmello \u2014 Thursday, July 30<\/p>\n \ud83c\udf34 Iration \u2014 Friday, July 31<\/p>\n \ud83e\udd20 Jake Owen \u2014 Saturday, August 1<\/p>\n \ud83c\udfba Herencia de Patrones ft. Banda Maguey and Banda Toro \u2014 Sunday, August 2<\/p>\n \ud83c\udfa4 Ashanti ft. Bow Wow \u2014 Monday, August 3<\/p>\n \ud83c\udfb8 Switchfoot ft. Hoobastank \u2014 Tuesday, August 4<\/p>\n \ud83c\udfb6 Nate Smith \u2014 Wednesday, August 5<\/p>\n For fans who want an elevated experience, VIP upgrades are also available on top of the standard free access.<\/p>\n \ud83d\udc0e Rodeo, fair food, and more<\/p>\n Fair food<\/a> is non-negotiable, and Ventura delivers. You\u2019ll find standard favorites but also new additions such as jalape\u00f1o cheddar sausages, sliced pickles in different flavors, or tiramisu cinnamon rolls. You can take a stroll through the livestock barns to visit goats, and sheep, or catch the pig races. Over in the exhibit halls, you can browse artwork, local photography, giant prize-winning vegetables, and floriculture displays that showcase the region\u2019s rich agricultural roots. <\/p>\n Moreover, the Flying U Rodeo returns for five shows across the fair\u2019s final weekend, running August 7 through 9. The fair also hosts its annual Blessing of the Marriages ceremony on August 4, along with the usual mix of carnival rides, food vendors, and livestock exhibits that make up a classic county fair experience.<\/p>\n \ud83c\udfa1 When and where<\/p>\n \ud83d\udcc5 Dates: July 29 \u2013 August 9, 2026<\/p>\n \ud83d\udccd Location: 10 West Harbor Boulevard, Ventura, CA 93001<\/p>\n \ud83c\udfb5 Concerts: Free with fair admission<\/p>\n \ud83d\udc0e Rodeo: Separate ticket required, August 7\u20139<\/p>\n \ud83c\udf9f\ufe0f Tickets: Available at Ventura County Fair\u2019s official website!<\/a><\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/image-1-13-1024x682.jpg\")
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