| Seaside Park | |
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| Ventura County Fairgrounds | |
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| Location | 10 West Harbor Boulevard Ventura, California |
| Coordinates | 34°16′31″N 119°18′13″W / 34.27528°N 119.30361°W |
| Area | 62 acres (25 ha) |
| Founder | Eugene Preston Foster and Orpha Foster |
| Owned by | State of California |
| Administered by | 31st District Agricultural Association |
| Public transit access | Ventura–Downtown/Beach train station |
| Website | www |
Seaside Park (commonly known as the Ventura County Fairgrounds) is an event venue in Ventura, California, United States. The 62-acre site (25 ha) is the home of the Ventura County Fair.[1] Trade shows, concerts, and other events are held throughout the year at the fairgrounds. The beachfront site, near the mouth of the Ventura River, also includes Surfers' Point, known for its point break that produces distinctive waves.
The original 65 acres (26 ha) were donated to the County of Ventura by Eugene Preston Foster and Orpha Foster, who envisioned the Seaside Park as a miniature Golden Gate Park. The Fosters wanted a beautiful gateway to Ventura, where families could walk and picnic, play tennis, and enjoy family outings. Most of the site is now owned by the State of California and is managed by the 31st District Agricultural Association, an independent state agency.