2026 Movies in the Park in Port Hueneme June 27 to September 12

The City of Port Hueneme Recreation & Community Services hosts its 2026 Movies in the Park series. The first two showings will be held at Hueneme Beach Park on the sand. The third film will be hosted at Bolker Park, The 4th film will be back at Hueneme Beach Park.

The lineup:

June 27 at 8:15PM: Lilo & Stitch (Hueneme Beach Park)

July 25 at 8:15PM: Mulan (Hueneme Beach Park)

August 15 at 8PM: Zootopia 2 (Bolker Park)

September 12 at 7:15PM: Pirates of the Caribbean (Hueneme Beach Park)

Movie nights are subject to change or cancellation due to weather conditions or other factors.

More info at www.ci.port-hueneme.ca.us/1389/2026-Movies-in-the-Park

"A Gathering of Joy," Obon Festival on Saturday, July 11, 2026 at the Oxnard Buddhist Temple

The Annual Obon Festival, "A Gathering of Joy" will take place at the Oxnard Buddhist Temple, 250 South "H" Street, Oxnard on Saturday, July 11, 2026 from 1 pm to 8 pm. FREE admission and fun for the entire family, including food, games and dancing. For more information visit www.oxnardbuddhisttemple.org/activities/obon or call (805) 483-5948.

2026 Concerts at the Plaza at the Simi Valley Civic Center Plaza July 11 to September 5

Concerts at the Plaza is a free Saturday evening concert series at the Simi Civic Center Plaza on Tapo Canyon Road off the 118 in Simi Valley, in the Regal Cinema Plaza Food Court. Concerts run from 6-9pm. Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy the show.

2026 Lineup:

7/11: Soul Jukebox & The Funky Divas (Dance Soul)

7/18: Sonic Kiss (Duran Duran Tribute)

7/25: The Way (80s/90s Hits)

8/1: Pre-Existing Condition (Classic Rock) and Pretty Boy Floyd (Hollywood glam band - not a tribute band!

8/15: America Made (Toby Keith Tribute)

8/22: JACK’D (Dance Band)

9/5: Ticket to Ride (Beatles Tribute)

More info at www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576638880865

About Event Organizer, The East Coast Pizza Company

Located in the heart of Simi Valley’s Civic Center Plaza, The East Coast Pizza Company is a family-owned restaurant serving up authentic, handcrafted pies in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Proud supporter of local events and community connections.

5th Annual Touch-a-Truck Event at Hueneme Beach on Saturday, October 10, 2026

The City of Port Hueneme presents its 5th Annual Touch-a-Truck event at Hueneme Beach, 550 Surfside Drive on Saturday, October 10, 2026 from 11am to 3pm. Free event will feature trucks and vehicles, arts and crafts, food trucks, music and more. Free parking in lots A and B and along Surfside Drive. www.ci.port-hueneme.ca.us/1382/Touch-a-Truck

Camarillo Old Town Heritage Days Fiesta July 15-19, 2026

Camarillo Old Town Heritage Days Fiesta takes place July 15 through 19, 2026. Free admission. There will be carnival rides, food trucks, live music, local craft vendors, live music, live art, beer and wine zone, car show (Saturday 10am-3pm) and much more. Hours are 4-10PM Wed/Thu, 4-11PM Fri, 10am-11pm Sat and 10am-8pm Sun.

Detailed schedule at www.camarillooldtown.org/heritage-days.

2026 Independence Day Fireworks Display in Santa Barbara on Saturday, July 4th

The City of Santa Barbara is hosting its annual Independence Day fireworks display beginning at 9pm on Saturday, July 4, 2026 off West Beach.

From noon to 8:45pm there will be live music at the West Beach bandstand. From 11am to 9pm, enjoy food and vendor booths on the Cabrillo Boulevard Sidewalk at West Beach.

Radio simulcast on 92.9 KjEE (92.9 FM) or watch a livestream of the fireworks show at KEYT.com. The show is about 20 minutes long.

More details at www.santabarbaraca.gov/gov/depts/waterfront/events/july4.asp.

2026 Hueneme Beach Festival Planned for July 11-12

The City of Port Hueneme presents the Hueneme Beach Festival the weekend of July 11-12, 2026. Hours are 11am to 8pm both days.

Event will feature live music on two stages, great food and drinks, children’s activities, carnival rides, vendors, high school band competition, Hueneme Beach Wrestling Tournament, and more.

Hueneme Beach Park is located at 550 E. Surfside Dr., Port Hueneme. Free admission and parking. Learn more at huenemebeachfestival.org/1422/Hueneme-Beach-Festival

2026 Free Concerts by the Sea at Channel Islands Harbor July 11 to September 5

Concerts by the Sea is a free concert series at Harbor View Park, 3600 Harbor Boulevard, Oxnard near the Marine Emporium Landing at Channel Islands Harbor on Saturdays from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Bring lawn chairs and blankets! Call 805.985.4852 or visit www.channelislandsharbor.org for more information and details about each concert.

The 2026 Lineup:

• July 11: Colette Lovejoy Band (Classic Rock/Soul - 60s-80s)

• July 18: Nautical Thrust (70s/80s Yacht Rock)

• July 25: Buena Onda (Latin/Soul)

• August 1: Unkle Monkey (Tropical Rock)

• August 8: Heartbreak Over Petty (Tom Petty Tribute)

• August 15: 805 Social Club (History of Pop Tribute Show)

• August 22: A Lil Bit of Everything (Rock and Country)

• August 29: Brittney & the B Sides (Dance Music 60s-Today)

• September 5: 80s Invasion (80s Tribute)

2026 Rock the Collection Summer and Fall Concert Series in Oxnard in July, August, September

The Collection at Riverpark in Oxnard is hosting its Rock the Collection Free Concert Series this year on designated Thursday nights, 6:30-8PM at Collection Park. The series will feature everyone’s favorite rock and pop classics performed by popular tribute bands.

Save the dates:

• July 29: TBA

• August 12: TBA

• August 26: TBA

• September 9: TBA

Updates at https://thecollectionrp.com/portfolio/rock-the-collection-2026

2026 Fireworks by the Sea at Channel Islands Harbor on Saturday, July 4th

The 4th of July Celebration at Channel Islands Harbor offers a full day of activities, entertainment, and great food. Come and enjoy exhibits, an artists’ market, children’s rides and games and finish the day with a spectacular fireworks show at 9 p.m. Free event.

www.channelislandsharbor.org/event/2026-fireworks-by-the-sea