Santa Cruz County Fair
About this event
The Santa Cruz County Fair is an agricultural fair in Watsonville, California, at Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds. The 2026 event takes place Sep 16–20, 2026. It holds a 4.4-star rating from 764 Google reviews. Santa Cruz County Fair will be held on September 16-20, 2026. This fair will feature 4-H shows and exhibits, animal shows and sale, musical events, entertainment, games and rides, commercial exhibitors, concessions and more.
Location & directions
Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds, 2601 East Lake Avenue, Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 724-5671
Frequently asked questions
When is Santa Cruz County Fair 2026?
Santa Cruz County Fair takes place Sep 16–20, 2026 in Watsonville, California.
Where is Santa Cruz County Fair held?
Santa Cruz County Fair is held in Watsonville, California, at Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds, 2601 East Lake Avenue, Watsonville, CA 95076.
What is Santa Cruz County Fair?
This fair will feature 4-H shows and exhibits, animal shows and sale, musical events, entertainment, games and rides, commercial exhibitors, concessions and more.
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