Events in and around Ventura County and surrounding areas, including Thousand Oaks, Westlake Village, Newbury Park, Agoura Hills, Calabasas, Malibu, Simi Valley, Moorpark, Somis, Fillmore, Santa Paula, Ojai, Camarillo, Ventura, Oxnard, Santa Barbara and Port Hueneme.
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The Conejo Food & Wine Fest is planned for Sunday, June 28, 2026 from 1:30-5:30pm on the grounds of St. Paschal Baylon School, 155 East Janss Road, Thousand Oaks. Open to everyone 21 years and older! Enjoy gourmet food from local restaurants and the finest selections from participating wineries.
Visit www.conejofoodandwine.com to learn more and to purchase tickets.
Proceeds from the event will benefit local charities.
Conejo Valley Days will be back in 2026 on June 18 to 21 and June 24 to 28 at Conejo Creek Park South (Janss Road at the 23 Freeway).
The event will feature carnival rides, midway games, live entertainment, vendors and fair food.
Admission is $10, cash only, for ages 10 and up. Ages 5 to 9 are $5. Children four and under are free. Limited parking is $5. Carnival ride tickets available online in advance or at the event.
Venue will open 5-10pm Wed/Thu, 5-11pm Fri, 1-11pm Sat and 1-9pm Sun.
Visit the Conejo Valley Days website for more details, including entertainment lineup, at www.conejovalleydays.us.
The 47th Ventura County Greek Festival will take place June 26, 27 and 28 at Saint Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church in Camarillo (5575 Santa Rosa Road).
The event features live Greek music, folk dancing, food, delicious pastries and baklava, vendors, and a kids' play area.
Festival times are 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday.
Check vcgreekfestival.org or call 805.482.1273 for more information. No onsite parking. Free parking and shuttle rides at the Ventura County Office of Education parking lot at 5100 Adolfo Road.
Admission is $6, which includes a raffle ticket. Free admission for kids under age 12 and active military and veterans with ID.
Valley Cultural Foundation’s Free Concerts at Warner Park take place on Sunday evenings from June 14 to August 23, 2026 (except the Sunday after 4th of July). All concerts start at 5:30 PM with Emerging Artists Opening Act performances. Headliners will follow shortly after and end at 8 PM.
Located at the Nora Ross Bandshell at the Lou Bredlow Pavilion at 5800 Topanga Canyon Blvd., Woodland Hills. There is plenty of room for a late afternoon picnic with the family while being entertained by headline performers.
Street parking is available starting at 4:30pm. For more information, visit valleycultural.org/concerts-events/concerts.
June 14: Dog n Butterfly - The Heart Experience
June 21: The Purple Generation - Tribute to Prince
June 28: Cali Country All-Stars
July 4: July 4th Extravaganza with Doctor Wu - The Music of Steely Dan
July 12: Flashback Heart Attach - 80s Tribute
July 19: Ridin’ The Storm Out - REO Speedwagon Tribute
July 26: Abbey Road - Beatles Tribute
August 2: New Romantics - Taylor Swift Tribute
August 9: Start Me Up - Rolling Stones Tribute
August 16: Super Soul Groove - Disco/Funk/Soul/R&B
August 23: Led Zepagain - Led Zeppelin Tribute
Parking is available at structures located at 21800 Califa Street across from the park and opens at 4 pm (3 pm for 4th of July). Parking fees ($20 online; $25 in person - cash only) are a donation to the Valley Cultural Foundation.
Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, and picnics, then sit back and relax to the sounds of summer! The Conejo Recreation & Park District Summer Concerts in the Park is back again in 2026.
Jackets or sweaters are recommended as the weather often cools during the latter part of the event. Concert-goers are asked to leave pets at home. Concerts are FREE and open to the public. A variety of food trucks and dessert trucks will be on site.
Location: Conejo Community Park, 1175 Hendrix Avenue, Thousand Oaks
(off Gainsborough Road, at the intersection of Dover and Hendrix Avenues)
Time: All concerts begin promptly at 5:00pm and conclude at 7:00pm. Parking is offsite only; onsite parking is limited and reserved for cars with handicap placards.
The Lineup:
Memorial Day Monday, May 25: Garth Guy - The Premier Garth Brooks Experience
Saturday, July 4th: The New West Symphony
Sunday, July 19th: Twisted Gypsy - Fleetwood Mac Tribute
Sunday, August 9th: Wild Night - Van Morrison Tribute
Labor Day Monday, September 7th: 90’s Rock Show - Iconic Sounds of the 1990s
NOTE: Artists subject to change. Concert information: www.crpd.org/summer-concerts-in-the-park
The Gold Coast Gem Show is planned for Saturday and Sunday, June 6-7, 2026 at the Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W. Harbor Boulevard, Ventura. Free admission. Hours 10am to 5pm Saturday and 10am to 4pm Sunday.
Event to feature gems, minerals, fossils, rocks, jewelry, beads, lapidary supplies, demonstrations, kids’ activities, silent auctions and gold panning. More information at goldcoastgemshow.com.
Redbird's Children of Many Colors Native American Powwow is a Native American cultural celebration encompassing tribal people from throughout the western hemisphere.
Native American singing, dancing, drumming, arts, crafts and food. An authentic cultural experience and a celebration of cultural perseverance and continuity. Public is welcome. This is a family friendly event. The powwow takes place outdoors on the field in front of the gymnasium. There is limited covered visitor seating on the dance arena. Guests are welcome to bring their own chairs and canopies which can be set up in the open space between the dance arena and the vendors.
Please no drugs, alcohol, smoking, vaping, fireworks or firearms. Free parking and free admission. The powwow is hosted by Redbird, a 501(c)(3) non profit association, and sponsored by Edison International, The Moon Family Trust, Gary Pickett, Oxnard College, and the County of Ventura Department of Arts and Culture.
Saturday, June 20 from 11 AM to 7PM
Sunday, June 21 from 11AM to 6PM
Location: Oxnard College Gymnasium Field, 4000 S. Rose Avenue, Oxnard
Learn more at www.RedbirdsVisions.org or email redbirds_vision@hotmail.com.
The Boogie Nights Summer Run Series is back for a 10 week run in 2026 on Wednesday nights from May 20th through July 22nd, starting at 6:20 pm. 5K start/finish is at the Ventura Promenade in front of Aloha Steakhouse and The Crowne Plaza. Free kids fun run starts at 6 pm.
Chip timing and a t-shirt for those that register for the series and flat course along the Ventura Promenade. Cost is less than $20 per race or $139 for the entire 10 week series, including t-shirt. Drinks and a light meal from Aloha Steakhouse can be added to your registration.
Learn more and sign up at runsignup.com/Race/Events/CA/Ventura/BoogieNightsSummerRunSeriesVentura.
The City of Agoura Hills Department of Community Services hosts its annual Public Safety Day event on Saturday, May 9, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at Fire Station #89, located at 29575 Canwood St. in Agoura Hills.
This free, family-friendly event will feature a helicopter flyover (weather permitting), hands-on CPR training, fire apparatus displays, and the opportunity to explore an open ambulance. Representatives from the Lost Hills Sheriff Station and local CERT teams will also be on site to provide valuable safety information and answer questions from the community.
Guests can enjoy free hot dogs while supplies last, along with a lively Kid Zone featuring a DJ, fun attractions, and activities for children of all ages. Whether you’re interested in learning important safety skills or simply spending a fun day with family and neighbors, Public Safety Day offers something for everyone.
For more information, contact the Agoura Hills Recreation Center at 818-597-7361
Mark your calendars for the 49th Annual Thousand Oaks Chili Cook-Off, Car Show & Craft Brew Festival on Sunday, May 3, 2026. Held from noon – 5pm (11:00 am entry for VIP tickets), this family friendly extravaganza will take place at Conejo Creek Park North at Janss Rd & Hwy 23 in Thousand Oaks.
There will be over 40 chili tasting booths – and included with your general admission is free unlimited chili tasting. Returning again is the popular Craft Brew Festival – an event within an event – with a multitude of participating breweries! There will also be a Classic & Custom Car Show in several style and vintage categories and live music on two stages. Also on hand will be over a dozen food trucks and beverage booths and a free kids’ fun zone.
The Chili Cook-Off is proudly presented by the Rotary Club of Thousand Oaks, with 100% of the net proceeds going to local charities. Tickets will be available in advance, along with more information at www.chili-cook-off.com
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