Ventura County loves a festival. The calendar runs from the California Strawberry Festival at the Ventura County Fairgrounds and the Ventura County Greek Festival in Camarillo to the Obon Festival, food truck fests, downtown art walks, and the Ventura County Fair each summer. Fall brings Oktoberfest and harvest celebrations; spring fills up with cultural fiestas and street fairs.

This hub pulls every festival, fair, and celebration on the calendar into one date-sorted list. Looking for something sooner? See this weekend's events or free events.

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Ventura County festivals: FAQ

What festivals are coming up in Ventura County?

7 upcoming festivals and fairs are on the Ventura County calendar, sorted by date above. The county's marquee annuals include the California Strawberry Festival at the Ventura County Fairgrounds, the Ventura County Greek Festival in Camarillo, the Obon Festival in Oxnard, and the Ventura County Fair.

When is the California Strawberry Festival?

The California Strawberry Festival is held each May at the Ventura County Fairgrounds in Ventura, where it moved from Oxnard in 2023. The 2027 festival is May 15 and 16. Once it is on the calendar, it appears in the list above with hours and ticket details.

Are Ventura County festivals family-friendly?

Most are. County fairs, food festivals, and cultural celebrations like Obon and the Greek Festival are built for all ages. Check each event's page for admission, parking, and whether outside food or pets are allowed.