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Christmas Markets

Ventura Craft & Gift Festival

2026 dates not announced yet. Details are from 2025.

Discover a festive wonderland at the Ventura Craft & Gift Festival, featuring a vast array of handcrafted holiday items. Browse unique ornaments, decorations, clothing, jewelry, and specialty foods from numerous artisans. Families can enjoy meeting Santa, complimentary gift wrapping, face painting, and fun holiday bingo.

All ages FREE

Plan Your Visit

Last year

Food & Drink

Specialty foods available from vendors

Parking

Parking is $10.

Location

Ventura County Fairgrounds · 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA 93001 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Holiday shopping, family outings, finding unique gifts

Vibe

Festive, community-oriented, creative

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

📷 📷 📷 📷 📷 (4/5)

Weather Sensitivity

Low

Tips & Advice

  • Arrive early on Saturday or Sunday morning to get the best selection of handcrafted items before they sell out.
  • Bring cash for purchases, as some smaller vendors may not accept cards, though many will.
  • Take advantage of the free gift wrapping service on weekends to save time and make your shopping experience easier.
  • Check the schedule for Santa's appearance times (Sat & Sun 11am-3pm) and face painting hours (Sat & Sun 11am-2pm) to plan your visit.
  • Factor in the $10 parking fee when budgeting for your visit.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Free gift wrapping on Saturday and Sunday
  • Complimentary kids face painting on Saturday and Sunday
  • Holiday bingo with chances to win craft items

Links & Contact

Run by SoCal Craft Shows

Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their website.

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of items can I expect to find at the festival?

You can find a wide variety of handcrafted items including Christmas decorations, ornaments, stockings, clothing, ceramics, candles, photography, jewelry, and specialty foods.

Is there a cost for admission?

No, admission to the Ventura Craft & Gift Festival is free.

What are the operating hours for the event?

The festival is open daily from November 21-23, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Are there activities for children?

Yes, there are activities for children including meeting Santa and his elves, complimentary face painting, and holiday bingo.

Is parking available at the venue?

Yes, parking is available at the Ventura County Fairgrounds for a fee of $10.

Browse Christmas in Ventura

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