Rancho Simi Recreation & Park District Movies in the Park in June and August

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The Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District presents free Movies in the Park at Rancho Madera Community Park, 556 Lake Park Drive, Simi Valley (Wood Ranch). Movies start at dusk. Pre-movie fun activities and crafts start at 5:30PM. Movies start at dusk. Bring blankets and chairs.

  • Friday, June 28: Super Mario Bros Movie

  • Friday, August 9: Trolls

Additionally, there will be a free screening of The Little Mermaid at Oak Canyon Community Park, 5600 Hollytree Drive, Oak Park, on Friday, June 21st

www.rsrpd.org

2024 Summer Music in the Park Free Concert Series in Simi Valley in June, July, August

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Rancho Simi Recreation & Park District presents the 2024 Music in the Park free concert series at Rancho Simi Community Park, 1765 Royal Avenue, Simi Valley. Concerts begin at 6:30pm. Lineup is as follows:

Saturday, June 15: The Garth Guy (Garth Brooks Tribute)

Saturday, July 20: Fooz Fighters (Foo Fighters Tribute)

Saturday, August 17: Queen Nation (Queen Tribute)

Visit rsrpd.org/recreation/events/summer_(june_-_august)/music_in_the_park.php for more information. Bring your picnic basket or purchase food at the events. Parking is free, but limited. Umbrellas/canopies are okay on the perimeters but not in the main event area. Alcohol is permitted; intoxication is not. Dogs on leash allowed on the perimeters but not in the main event area.

35th Annual Knights of Columbus Chili Cook-Off & Car Show in Simi Valley on Saturday, June 22, 2024

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The 35th Annual Simi Valley Knights of Columbus Chili Cook-Off & Car Show is planned for Saturday, June 22, 2024 on the St Rose of Lima church grounds at 1305 Royal Ave, Simi Valley. Event hours are 10am to 4pm.

Sample chili, explore cars and enjoy the day with family and friends! Live bands and entertainment, large kids area, chili tasting galore, car show (over 100 cars) and vendors. There will also be plenty of vendors booths and ample quantities of food and drink.

Overflow parking available across the street at Royal High School.

General admission to the daytime event is $20. Seniors, children under 13 and active military with ID are $10. Family pass $50. Admission includes chili tastings, until the chili is gone.

More information at www.chilikc.com.

ArtsFest at Rancho Tapo Community Park in Simi Valley on Saturday, May 18, 2024

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The Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District presents ArtsFest at Rancho Tapo Community Park on Saturday, May 18, 2024 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Event is free of charge. Fees for some activities. Features artists, vendors, face painting, activities, demonstrations and more. rsrpd.org/recreation/events/spring_(march_-_may)/artzfest.php

Memorial Day Event at the Reagan Library in Simi Valley on May 27, 2024

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Visit the Reagan Library this Memorial Day to honor the fallen men and women who served in the United States Military. The program will include live musical entertainment by harpist Thomas Baker, a flyover by the Tiger Squadron (weather permitting), a Color Guard, an Invocation by Naval Base Ventura County Command Chaplain Aristotle Rivera, and the following speakers:

Remarks by Captain Robert Kimnach III, Commanding Officer, Naval Base Ventura County
Remarks by Tony Cordero, Gold Star Family Member
Keynote Remarks by Patricia Blassie, Gold Star Family Member

This event will be held outdoors by the Reagan Library’s Gold Star Family Memorial. All Memorial Day programming is free to attend.  Admission rates apply to view the Reagan Museum, Air Force One Pavilion, and the library’s latest exhibit, Defending America & The Galaxy: Star Wars and SDI.

Once the main parking lot is full, guests will be directed to park on Presidential Drive. Complimentary shuttles will be running to bring guests to the Reagan Library.

Music starts at 9:00 a.m. and the main program starts at 10 a.m.

For more information, please call (805) 522-2977.

www.reaganfoundation.org/programs-events/events-calendar/memorial-day-commemoration-at-the-reagan-library-2024

2024 Simi Civic Center Plaza Concerts in the Courtyard, June to September

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Free summer concerts at the Simi Civic Center Plaza will be back for a 11th year on designated nights in June through September 2024 from 6-9pm. Located on Tapo Canyon Road between the 118 Freeway and Alamo Street.

The lineup:

  • Saturday, June 29: TBA

  • Saturday, July 13: TBA

  • Saturday, July 27: TBA

  • Saturday, August 10: TBA

  • Saturday, August 24: TBA

  • Saturday, September 7: TBA

Visit www.facebook.com/concertsinthecourtyard for more information.

Annual Huck Finn Fishin' Derby at Rancho Simi Community Park on April 27, 2024

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The Annual Huck Finn Fishin’ Derby is scheduled for Saturday, April 27, 2024 at Rancho Simi Community Park, 1765 Royal Avenue, Simi Valley from 6:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.. Little ones will be hooked on fishing fun while scanning the water for the biggest and best fish to catch. The derby will be held along the banks of the two-and-one-half acre lake at Rancho Simi Community Park. Parents are advised to bring their children to the lake as early as possible to ensure a great spot. For safety reasons, no spinners/lures allowed. The lagoon will be stocked with over 1,500 pounds of fish before the event.

The annual event is open to boys and girls 15 years of age and younger. Rain or shine, the fishing event goes on.  Open to the public.  Visit www.rsrpd.org/recreation/events/spring_(march_-_may)/fishing_derby.php for more information.

2024 Happy Face Music Festival in Simi Valley on Saturday, May 25th

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The 3rd Annual Happy Face Music Festival in Simi Valley will take place on Saturday, May 25, 2024 from noon to 7pm at Rancho Santa Susana Community Park, 5005 E. Los Angeles Avenue in Simi Valley.

A spectacular day of live music and entertainment in the community known for its famous happy face.

Grab your blankets and lawn chairs and get ready to bask in the sun, surrounded by breathtaking hilltop views at the Happy Face Festival in Simi Valley. Satisfy your hunger cravings with delicious eats from the area’s best food truck vendors and quench your thirst with a cold beverage in hand. Get ready to rock to the sensational sounds of the most famous BRitish Bands of all time. Britain's Finest (The Beatles), Kenny Metcalf as Elton (Elton John), Led Zepagain (Led Zeppelin and Jumping Jack Flash (The Rolling Stones).

General Admission: $25
VIP Admission: $100

Free for children 16 and under

Beer, wine and soft drinks included with your ticket! Must be 21 or over to enter. ID Required.

Tickets at happyfacemusicfest.com.

This Memorial Day weekend concert is presented by The Rotary Club of Simi Sunrise - A charitable organization. 100% of festival proceeds benefit dozens of local charities and international causes.

Steampunk at Strathearn Festival in Simi Valley on Saturday, June 22, 2024

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Steampunk at Strathearn is a whimsical festival event that will celebrate Victorian-era industrialism on Saturday, June 22, 2024 at Strathearn Historical Park, 137 Strathearn Place in Simi Valley. Hours are 10am to 6pm. Adults $20. Kids 8-12 $8. Ages 7 and under free.

Event to feature vendors, entertainment, steampunk-themed activities, costumes, inventions, food and more. Learn more at rsrpd.org/recreation/the_great_outdoors.php