City of Port Hueneme Egg-Stravaganza on Saturday, March 28, 2026

The City of Port Hueneme Dept of Recreation & Community Services invites you to its Annual Spring Egg-Stravaganza at Bubbling Springs Park, 250 Bard Road, on Saturday, March 28, 2026 from 9:00am-11:00am. Check-in will begin at 8:30am. The egg hunt will begin promptly at 9:30am No reservations are needed, but you must check in upon arrival.

This event is FREE FOR AGES 0-12 YEARS OLD! There will also be other children’s activities, a petting zoo, and pictures with the Bunny! Cal 805-986-6542 with any questions.

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2026 Ventura 4th of July Street Fair and Children's Pushem-Pullem Parade

The City of Ventura 4th of July Street Fair will be back on Saturday, July 4, 2026 along Main Street from Fir Street to Ventura Avenue as well as side streets Chestnut, Oak and California.

The street fair features over 100 arts and crafts booths, live entertainment, food trucks, a car exhibit, and family-friendly activities. Open 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. The event is free to the public.

The 48th Annual Children’s Pushem - Pullem Parade is at 10 a.m.  Assemble at Cemetery Park at Main and Crimea Streets at 9:30 a.m.  The parade proceeds down Main Street to Fir Street at 10 a.m.

www.cityofventura.ca.gov/1737/4th-of-July-Street-Fair-Pushem-Pullem-Pa

2026 Moorpark Field of Valor Event on Monday, May 25th

Moorpark Field of Valor Event

Memorial Day, Monday, May 25, 2026

Flag viewing 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.

Opening Ceremony 1 p.m.

Closing Ceremony 4 p.m.

Tierra Rejada Park

11900 Mountain Trail Street, Moorpark (located on the northeast corner of Tierra Rejada Rd. and Mountain Trail St., next to the Von’s shopping center)

FREE Admission

The Moorpark Field of Valor is a patriotic tribute honoring all Veterans and Active Duty Military personnel for their dedication and service to our nation, preserving our security, our independence, and our freedom. Flags will be proudly be displayed, each dedicated in honor of a friend or family member.

The proceeds from the Moorpark Morning Rotary’s Field of Valor event will go to various non-profit organizations that provide direct support to local veterans and the families of our deployed military.

A company or individual can sponsor or purchase flag(s) (3ft x 4ft) honoring a deceased veteran friend or family member.

The Moorpark Field of Valor event on Memorial Day will include color guards, bagpipes and a moving tribute to our community’s latest fallen hero. Throughout the event various guest speakers, concerts and singers will provide an exciting and magnificent tribute to our deceased veterans.

Bring the entire family along with your blanket, picnic basket, and personal tributes to this FREE event.

More information at moorparkmorningrotary.com/page/moorpark-field-of-valor

Topanga Banjo-Fiddle Contest and Folk Festival on Sunday, May 17, 2026

The Topanga Banjo Fiddle Contest & Folk Festival will take place on Sunday, May 17, 2026 at King Gillette Ranch, 26800 Mulholland Highway, Calabasas, starting at 9 a.m. Contests begin at 9 a.m. Performances begin at noon. Other activities to include music and dance competitions, jamming, workshops, food trucks, artisan booths and much more.

Learn more and purchase tickets at www.topangabanjofiddle.org

Flashlight Egg Hunt at Multiple Park Locations in Thousand Oaks on Friday, March 27, 2026

The Conejo Recreation and Park District Annual Flashlight Egg Hunt will take place at multiple neighborhood park locations in the Conejo Valley on Friday, March 27, 2026 from 6-9PM at:

• Old Meadows Park - 1600 Marview Drive, Thousand Oaks

• Borchard Community Park - 190 N. Reino Road, Newbury Park

• Conejo Community Park - 1175 Hendrix Avenue, Thousand Oaks

• Dos Vientos Community Park - 4801 Borchard Road, Newbury Park

• Thousand Oaks Community Park - 2525 N. Moorpark Road, Thousand Oaks

This event is FREE and open to all!

Children are invited to bring their flashlights and baskets as they search under the stars for eggs filled with fun prizes. Adding to the excitement, special golden ticket eggs will be hidden at each location for special prizes. New egg hunts will happen approximately every 20 minutes.

In addition to the thrilling egg hunts, families can enjoy food and dessert trucks, jolly jump bouncers, crafts, a special scavenger hunt, and a visit from the always-popular CRPD Rec Van, which will be at Borchard Community Center. If you have a Parker plushie, take it to any of the sites for a special Parker basket!

For more information, call 805-381-2791 or visit www.crpd.org/flashlight

40th Annual I Madonnari Italian Street Painting Festival at Santa Barbara Mission May 23-25, 2026

The I Madonnari Italian Street Painting Festival will be back over Memorial Day Weekend 2026, May 23-25. at the Old Mission Santa Barbara, 2100 Laguna Street. Festival hours are 10am to 6pm.

Madonnari, or street painters, transform the Santa Barbara Mission plaza each year over Memorial Day weekend using pastels on pavement to create over 100 vibrant and colorful, large scale images. The event is produced by the Children’s Creative Project.

There will also be live music and food available for purchase.

Pets are not allowed (other than service animals).

Learn more at www.imadonnarifestival.com.

City of Westlake Village Earth Day Event on Saturday, April 25, 2026

The 4th Annual City of Westlake Village Earth Day Festival is planned for Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 3-5:30pm at Westlake Village Community Park, 31107 Thousand Oaks Blvd.

Meet local vendors, learn about renewable energy, kite flying starts at 3:30pm, enjoy food, crafts, music, games, and face painting. Learn more at www.wlv.org/earthday.

Celebration of the Whales Festival at Channel Islands Harbor on Sunday, April 19, 2026

The 27th Annual Celebration of the Whales Festival is planned for Sunday, April 19, 2026 from 11am to 3pm at the Channel Islands Harbor, 3350 Harbor Blvd, Oxnard.

Enjoy activities throughout the Harbor including a community “Paint a Whale” mural project, ocean-themed chalk art, free kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding, a children’s fun zone with bounce houses and carnival games, shopping, and educational booths about whale migration.

Stop by the Channel Islands Maritime Museum, Channel Islands Boating Center, the Channel Islands Harbor Farmers Market, and explore the Gray Whale Migration Trail at Harbor View Park connecting the activity areas.

Learn more at www.channelislandsharbor.org/event/2026-celebration-of-the-whales-festival

ArtsFest at Rancho Tapo Community Park in Simi Valley on Saturday, May 16, 2026

The Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District presents ArtsFest at Rancho Tapo Community Park on Saturday, May 16, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Event is free of charge. Fees for some activities. Features artists, vendors, face painting, activities, demonstrations, dance performances, chalk art festival, theater and storytelling, food vendors, workshop/craft area, and more. rsrpd.org/recreation/events/spring_(march_-_may)/artzfest.php

Moorpark Apricot Festival on Saturday, May 9, 2026

The 3rd Annual Moorpark Apricot Festival and Art Fair takes place on Saturday, May 9, 2026 from 10am to 4pm at Moorpark’s Historic High Street.

This street fair will feature art and craft vendors, food trucks, apricot offerings, live music, dance performances, family-friendly activities, animal shows, and more. Visit www.moorparkapricotfestival.com for more information.