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The inaugural Ojai Run 5K is planned for Sunday, January 17, 2027 at Libbey Park in Ojai. Race features chip-timed bibs, finisher medals, official shirts, and more. A portion of each registration fee goes to the Turtle Conservancy. Race starts at 10 a.m. Learn more and register at ojairun.com.
The Conejo Open Space Foundation (COSF) will host its 5th annual Native Plantpalooza & Eco Fest on Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Conejo Creek North Park Lakeside Pavilion area. This free family-friendly event will feature dozens of eco-themed exhibitors, including native
plant vendors, beekeepers, wildlife rehab specialists, and herpetologists.
Attendees can learn about native plants, water-wise gardening, and get tips on living
more sustainably. Over 35 exhibitors will have fun, creative activities for children,
including microscope explorations, touch-and-talk tables about wildlife, plus coloring
and crafts. Exhibitors will also have native plants and other eco-related goodies for sale,
as well as plenty of giveaways and swag.
Returning exhibitors include the California Wildlife Center, Citizens Climate Lobby, Food
Forward, Southwestern Herpetologists Society and the National Wildlife Federation
(representing the Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing). And, COSF will welcome the Ojai
Raptor Center for the first time.
Located at 1379 E. Janss Road, Thousand Oaks (behind the Thousand Oaks Library).
Fleet Feet of Agoura Hills and The Future Track Running Pack are pleased to announce the 2026 Agoura Hills Reyes Adobe Days (RAD) 5K Run and Kids Mile on Sunday, October 4, co-sponsored by Agoura Hills Trader Joe’s, Western Bagel, Frankie’s Burritos, Hollywood Storage and WestPac T-Shirts.
Race on a flat and fast course that begins and ends at Whizin’s Market Square, 28914 Roadside drive in beautiful Agoura Hills.
The 5K race begins at 8:30 am and the Kids Mile Run starts at 9:15 am. Custom medals will be awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place finishers in all age/gender groups as well as the overall female and male winners. A portion of the proceeds will benefit The Malibu/Los Hills Search & Rescue Team. Bonus! Every participant will receive TWO tickets to an upcoming show at The Canyon Club. Race fees including fees are: $58 (5K), $22.40 (Kids Mile).
Register at www.reyesadobedays.org/blank-4
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 (EVENT CANCELED DUE TO WEATHER)
NOTE: Artists subject to change. Concert information: www.crpd.org/summer-concerts-in-the-park
The Santa to the Sea Half Marathon, Quarter Marathon and 5K is planned for Sunday, December 13, 2026
The half marathon begins at the giant Santa located at 2801 Ventura Blvd., Oxnard and ends at Marine Emporium Landing in the Channel Islands Harbor. The half marathon and 5K start at 7:30am and the quarter marathon starts at 7:40am. There’s also a Kids 1K at 8:30am.
This point to point course starts at the historic Santa Claus, off the 101 freeway, runs through Oxnard’s famous strawberry fields, then through downtown Oxnard and beautiful Plaza Park. Next will be historic Candy Cane Lane, where the homes are decorated for the holidays. Finally, you’re off to the Pacific Ocean, the beach, and finishing at the Marine Emporium Landing in the Channel Islands Harbor.
The 5K and kids 1K starts and finishes at the Marine Emporium Landing.
Santa to the Sea supports the Nyeland Acres community through food distributions, a toy giveaway, and scholarships to Oxnard College.
For more information or to register visit www.santatothesea.com.
The 2026 Annual Malibu Chili Cook-Off is planned for Labor Day weekend, September 4-7 at 23575 Civic Center Way. Hosted by the Boys & Girls Club of Malibu.
ADVANCE TICKET SALES ONLY! TICKETS WILL NOT BE SOLD ONSITE. Tickets will be available at malibuchilicookoff.org. Carnival ride tickets will be sold separately.
Event hours are 4-10PM Friday, 1-10PM Saturday/Sunday and 1-8PM Monday.
Event features a chili contest, carnival, fair, skate contest, live entertainment, food for sale, vendors, and more.
Event parking is $30 to $60, cash only. Ridesharing is encouraged.
More info at malibuchilicookoff.org
The 14th Annual Holly Jolly Half Marathon, 5K and 10K is planned for Sunday, December 20, 2026 at the Pleasant Valley Soccer Fields, 150 Westpark Ct., Camarillo. Start / Finish will be at the Pleasant Valley Fields Park at the Village At The Park Sports Complex. This course is mostly on the flat Camarillo bike path. No auto traffic to worry about on this course. Rain or shine event.
To learn more and to sign up, visit hollyjollymarathon.com
The Foundation for Las Virgenes Schools presents "The Carnival" on Labor Day weekend, September 4-6, 2026 at Whizin Market Square, 28914 Roadside Drive, Agoura Hills. Hours are Friday 7-11pm, Saturday 2-11pm, Sunday 2-11pm. Free admission. Beer and wine garden, food, rides, carnival games and more.
Discounted unlimited ride wristbands can be purchased online for $50 ($60 onsite).
Parking available at 28632 Roadside Drive - a shuttle will be available.
More info at https://thefoundationlvs.org/event/2026-carnival.
Concert 4 the Conejo, a fundraiser benefiting Harbor House, will take place on Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Emmanuel Church, located at 588 Camino Manzanas in Thousand Oaks. Tickets are $75 per person, and proceeds from every ticket sold directly support Harbor House's mission of serving the community.
Attendees can enjoy an afternoon of live music, delicious hors d'oeuvres, refreshing mocktails, a silent auction, and the opportunity to connect with others while supporting a local cause. Organizers are encouraging community members to reserve their spots early, as the event is expected to sell out.
Tickets at www.harborhouseto.org.
The Rotary Club of Moorpark and Rotary Club of Simi Sunset present the 13th Annual Mammoth Run 5K/10K and Family 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk on Sunday, October 4, 2026.
Runners can enjoy the beauty of Moorpark's unique landscape and compete in a fast, mostly flat 5k/10k race. There's also a 1 mile fun run/walk planned. Registration and check-in begin at 7:00am.
Event proceeds benefit local charitable organizations, including the Food Pantry, the Boys & Girls Club, and The Rotary Foundation's ongoing mission to eradicate polio worldwide.
The event will take place at Arroyo Vista Community Park, 4550 Tierra Rejada Road. Races start at 8:30am. Learn more at www.mammothrun.org.
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