43rd Annual · September 4-7, 2026
Info & FAQs
Everything you need to know before you go - admission, hours, parking, policies, and answers to the questions we hear most.
Key information
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Event Admission
Event admission is sold separately from carnival ride passes/tickets & games. Pre-sale event admission tickets are REQUIRED for entry into the venue.
Buy Tickets -
Prohibited Items
It is YOUR responsibility to review all prohibited items (items NOT allowed into the venue). Once confiscated, they will NOT be returned.
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Chaperone Policy
Please review our Chaperone Policy and Zero Tolerance Policy prior to purchasing - standards and expectations all attendees, staff and volunteers are held to.
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Chili Contest
It's called the Malibu Chili Cook-Off after all! Learn more about our chili contest.
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Carnival Rides
Carnival tickets are sold SEPARATELY from event admission tickets. See the carnival FAQs.
Carnival FAQs -
Skate Contest
Join us for the 6th Annual Johnny Strange Legacy Skate Contest - learn about the prizes.
Event Hours
- Friday
- 4:00pm - 10:00pm
- Saturday & Sunday
- 1:00pm - 10:00pm
- Monday
- 1:00pm - 8:00pm
Getting Here & Parking
- Limited local parking; rideshare or Metro strongly encouraged.
- Parking lots accessed from Stuart Ranch Rd. Parking is CASH ONLY, $30-$60 depending on lot.
- Rideshare drop-off: Malibu Library, 23525 Civic Center Way, Malibu, CA 90265.
Please Keep In Mind
- Event admission tickets are REQUIRED for entry and will NOT be sold on site.
- Carnival ride passes/tickets are sold SEPARATELY.
- Strictly no cancellations or refunds; tickets are not transferable.
- Event terrain is poor for strollers.
- 24/7 video surveillance on-site.
- Free refillable water stations available on-site - bring your EMPTY reusable bottles.
General FAQ
Event admission tickets are on sale now! Tickets must be purchased in advance and are available online only. Buy event admission tickets. Buy EARLY while early-bird pricing is available.
Yes! Pre-sale tickets are less expensive than buying on-site. You can Buy carnival ride tickets and/or game credits online or on-site. Note: event admission tickets are required for entry.
Yes, all ages are welcome! Children 5 and under are free with a ticketed adult.
Yes! Daily lockers are available on-site for rent.
No, there are NO ins and outs.
Yes! Bring your EMPTY reusable water bottle and refill it at our water refill stations.
No commercial photography without a credential. Only iPhone/Android cameras are permitted. No disposable or polaroid cameras. Camcorders and other audio/visual equipment are prohibited - no telephoto/zoom or interchangeable lenses, monopods, tripods, or flash equipment of any kind. MCCO media officials must clear all wireless equipment.
Yes - it's family-friendly and kids 5 and under are free with a ticketed adult. Note: event grounds are not stroller-friendly.
No.
Yes! Learn more on our volunteer page.
Yes, first aid is available at the entrance of the event.
No.
Yes, there is limited local parking or take rideshare, follow event signage. Parking is $30-$60 (depending on lot) and CASH ONLY.
Visit the Guest Services booth on-site, located at event entry at the front of the venue.
Only ADA-approved pets are allowed. Certified service dogs allowed. No emotional support animals.
No. Only certified service dogs allowed. No emotional support animals.
Ticketing FAQ
Yes. Remember, event admission tickets are REQUIRED for entry and are non-refundable and non-transferable. Buy event admission tickets.
For ticketing Fan Support visit https://fansupport.tixr.com/en/
Any major credit cards.
Event admission pricing starts at $25 - buy in ADVANCE for the best deal! (All tickets subject to taxes/fees.) Buy event admission tickets.