40th Annual California Avocado Festival in Carpinteria, October 2-4, 2026

The 40th Annual California Avocado Festival takes place October 2, 3, and 4, 2026 in downtown Carpinteria on Linden Avenue.

Festival hours 1pm to 11pm Friday (Locals Only Block Party - open to all), 11am to 10pm Saturday and 11am to 6pm Sunday.

One of the largest free festivals in California with over 60 music acts on three stages, 50 arts and crafts and commercial vendors, 15 food vendors, and over a dozen non-profits, and much more.

Visit www.avofest.com for more information.

Five07 Turkey Day Dash 5K and Zack Zernik Mile in Thousand Oaks on Thursday, November 26, 2026

Five07 presents the 2026 Turkey Day Dash on Thanksgiving Thursday, November 26, 2026. Register for the 5K road race or the Zack Zernik Mile (untimed run/walk) at Memorial Field at Cal Lutheran University in Thousand Oaks, 60 West Olsen Road.

Proceeds from the event will benefit three local non-profits - Hospice of the Conejo, Kiwanis Club of Thousand Oaks Foundation and Scouting America Ventura County Council. Since 2023, the Dash has raised over $200,000 for local charities.

The Zack Zernik Mile is named for a Conejo Valley native and lifelong “Dasher” who lost his life in January 2023 at the age of 22. Zachary “Zack” Zernik, a graduate of Thousand Oaks High School, was climbing near Mount Boney outside Newbury Park when he lost his footing and fell. 

The Zack Zernik Memorial Scholarship will be awarded to two high school students. Winners will be announced before the start of the mile. To apply, go to turkeydaydash.org/zack-zernik-scholarship.

Festivities start at 7 am. The Zack Zernik Mile begins at 8 am, followed by the 5K at 8:30 am.

Learn more and register at www.five07turkeydaydash.org. Early sign-up and family discounts available. All participants will receive a custom Dash T-shirt as well as a swag bag with sponsor-provided items. Medals will be awarded to the top 3 finishers in all age groups (M/F) in the 5K. 

For information on becoming a sponsor, email kjorrey@hospiceoftheconejo.org or call (805) 495-2145.

45th Annual Wings Over Camarillo Airshow on August 15-16, 2026

The Camarillo Wings Association will host the 2026 Wings Over Camarillo Air Show with support from volunteers from the Southern California Wing of the Commemorative Air Force, EAA Chapter 723 and the Ventura County 99s.

The event will take place August 15 and 16, 2026 at the Camarillo Airport. Gates open at 9am. Aerial performances run from noon to approximately 4pm. The theme of the 2026 event is “Celebrating 90 Years of the DC-3 - A Legend That Changed the World.”

The air show includes aerobatic performances from classic warbirds from the CAF, military aircraft, experimental aircraft, and more. On the ground will be a classic car show, aircraft display models, food vendors, craft beer, interactive STEM Pavilion, and more.

This event will feature a unique tribute to our military veterans that includes a recreation of wartime air combat with stunning pyrotechnics of fire and controlled explosions.  Military aircraft, past and present, will be on display for an up-close and personal one-of-a-kind experience.  This year, visitors can enjoy a Flight Line Preview from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., and the pilots and crew will be on hand to answer any questions and talk about the unique history of the aircraft.

Visit www.wingsovercamarillo.com for more information and to purchase tickets. Gate prices are $45 for adults. Advance tickets online are $38 General Admission (17+), $16 Youth (6-16), and $24 Active Military w/ID.

152nd Anniversary Ventura County Fair to Take Place July 29 to August 9, 2026

The 2026 Ventura County Fair will take place July 29 to August 9 at the Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W. Harbor Boulevard in Ventura.

The fair features arts, crafts, food, exhibits, displays, demonstrations, farm animals, petting zoo, carnival rides, games and entertainment. More information at www.VenturaCountyFair.org.

General Admission Prices:  

Regular admission: Ages 13-64 $20, Ages 6-12 $15, Ages 65+ $15, Ages 0-5 free. Add $1 for credit card purchase.

Parking at the Ventura County Fair is $20.00 per car. Parking at the Fairgrounds is limited. Free shuttle buses are provided from the Ventura Government Center, Pacific View Mall, Ventura Community Park, Ventura High School and San Buenaventura State Beach (with $10 parking fee). See venturacountyfair.org/fair/parking-shuttles.

Fair hours are 12pm to 11pm daily. Early opening time on August 4 only is 11am.

Special Promotion Days:

• Wednesday, July 29 – $5 before 5pm

• Friday, July 31 – Youth Day - Visitors ages 12 and under will be admitted free all day with paid adult admission.

• Tuesday, August 4 – Seniors & Persons with Disabilities Day - Ages 65+ and disabled persons (and one caregiver) will be admitted free all day.

• Thursday, August 6 – Community Heroes Day - All teachers, military, police, fire and EMS personnel with current, valid ID and first responders admitted free.

• Friday, August 7 - Food Share Day - Bring 5 non-perishable items to donate and receive a same-day BOGO offer on admission.

Carnival Wristband Days - NEW for 2026 - wristbands available every day.

Grandstand Concert Series Lineup (All concerts are free. Concerts start at 7:30pm unless otherwise noted. VIP seats available for each concert for an additional charge.)

• Wednesday, July 29: Bush

• Thursday, July 30: Marshmello

• Friday, July 31: Iration

• Saturday, August 1: Jake Owen

• Sunday, August 2 3PM: Herencia de Patrones ft. Banda Maguey and Banda Toro

• Monday, August 3 - Ashanti ft. Bow Wow

• Tuesday, August 4 - Switchfoot ft. Hoobastank

• Wednesday, August 5: Nate Smith

Pacifico Stage: Check website for updates.

Flying U Rodeo will be back on Friday through Sunday, August 7th (7pm), 8th (2pm and 7pm) and 9th (2pm and 7pm). Ages 13+ $11.45. Children 3-12 $9.29 (lap children do not require ticket). Rodeo tickets are in addition to fair admission. Tickets on sale at vcfair.org.

2026 Port of Hueneme Banana Festival Planned for Saturday, September 26th

The 13th Annual Port of Hueneme Banana Festival will be back on Saturday, September 26, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Come celebrate our diverse working port and explore its amazing contribution to our community focusing on one of its primary imports….bananas. Enjoy a family-focused day with music, food, entertainers, vendors, arts and crafts, kids activities, and banana-themed attractions.

The festival is located at 105 E. Port Hueneme Road. Free admission and parking at the beach lots.

For festival information, visit www.BananaPortFest.com.

14th Annual Cops N' Cruisers Car Show in Simi Valley on Sunday, September 27, 2026

The Simi Valley Police Explorer Program hosts its 14th Annual Cops N' Cruisers Car Show on Sunday, September 27, 2026 at the Simi Valley City Hall & Library, 2929 Tapo Canyon Road, Simi Valley, from 9am to 2pm. Event is free of charge. There will be classic and custom cars, music, live entertainment, food trucks, vendors, raffle, silent auction and more.

All money raised will go to the Simi Valley Police Explorer Post 2910 program including; cost of training, equipment, and leadership development opportunities that the Explorers have the ability to participate in (i.e. competitions and more)

More info at www.copsncruisers.com.

California Lemon Festival in Goleta September 26-27, 2026

Stop by Girsh Park in Goleta on September 26-27, 2026 for the California Lemon Festival. Admission and parking are free. Open 10am to 6pm both days.

Festival will include 80+ booths, lemony food and drinks, live entertainment, kid zone, classic car show on Saturday (9am-3pm), pie eating contests, and more.

For more information visit www.lemonfestival.com. Pets not allowed at the event.

29th Annual Fall Harvest Festival at Underwood Family Farms September 26 to October 31, 2026

The 29th Annual Fall Harvest Festival returns at Underwood Family Farms, 3370 Sunset Valley Road in Moorpark, starting Saturday, September 26 to Saturday, October 31, 2026. The farm will transform into a giant Pumpkin Patch, Pick Your Own & Fall Harvest experience filled with games, rides, photo opportunities, live entertainment, themed weekends, bands and more. Festival hours are 9am to 6pm.

Admission: Weekday admission is $16.00, available at the gate only.

Weekend admission tickets are sold online only. (Walk-ins subject to availability.) Pricing for themed weekends as follows:

• $25 Pre-sale online from 8/26-9/23 for the weekends of 9/26-9/27 and 10/3-10/4 only ($30 after 9/23) $34 day of admission (if spots available)

• $34 Online admission for the weekends of 10/10-10/11, 10/17-10/18, 10/24-10/25, and 10/31 ($38 day of admission, if spots available)

Children UNDER 2 and parking are FREE. Seniors (65+), Military, Veterans, & Emergency First Responders receive $2 discount daily (w/ valid ID) at the gate.

Included with Admission: Wagon rides, corn maze, chicken show, pumpkin patch, pumpkin house, corn stalk labyrinth (Oct 3rd), giant tractor display, giant spiders, misting tunnel, hay pyramids, animal center, play equipment, cotton harvester and combine slides, wooden train and school bus and more, Plus on weekends, there will be animal shows, pig races, live music, demonstrations, roaming entertainment and more.

Themed weekends are as follows:

Sept 26-27 - Friends of the Farm Weekend (Public Safety Weekend)

October 3-4 - Farm Country Weekend

October 10-11 - Antique Tractor Weekend

October 17-18 - Wild West Weekend

October 24-25 - All About Pumpkins Weekend

October 31: Halloween Day

Visit underwoodfamilyfarms.com/fall-harvest for all the details and to purchase tickets.

2026 ArtWalk Ventura on Saturday and Sunday, September 26-27

ArtWalk Ventura, returns on Saturday and Sunday, September 26 and 27, 2026. Hours are 10am to 5pm on Saturday and 11am to 4pm on Sunday.

More than 200 artists, dozens of venues, top local performers, poets and filmmakers will participate in ArtWalk Ventura.

This free, family-friendly celebration of the creative spirit will feature the work of area artists in local galleries, businesses, restaurants and on the grounds of Mission Park. The route starts on Main Street and goes along Ventura Avenue, encompassing the Vita Arts complex at Garden & Main and the Bell Arts Factory. In between are numerous galleries, businesses and restaurants featuring local artists and musicians. Maps and signage will guide visitors.

Two stages, one at the Albinger Archeological Museum across from Mission Park, and another at California and Main, will feature popular local bands, theater groups and dancers. A cinema festival and poetry readings will be held in the Knights of Columbus Hall.

Street painting, a children’s area, large art installations, performers from Santa Barbara's Solstice Parade, live painting and pottery demonstrations will also be featured.

To learn more, visit www.artwalkventura.org.

The Carnival for Las Virgenes Schools at Whizin Market Square in Agoura Hills, September 4 to September 6, 2026

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 6-11pm, Saturday 2-11pm, Sunday 2-10pm and Monday noon-5pm. 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.