Howl-O-Ween Event at Mission Oaks Dog Park in Camarillo on Saturday, October 24, 2026

Bring your dog in their scariest, funniest, most original costume – or even do matching costumes with your dog, to Howl-O-Ween at Mission Oaks Park, 5501 Mission Oaks Boulevard, Camarillo (in the off leash area) on Saturday, October 24, 2026 from 10am to 1pm. Free admission. No registration necessary. Dog costume contest, best trick contest, pet vendors, raffles, other fun doggie activities and food trucks will be on hand (or paw).

Dogs are to be kept on a leash with a leash length not exceeding 6 feet. Owners must follow dog park rules and regulations.

Mission Oaks Dog Park is an off-leash dog park, but for special events such as Howl-O-Ween, leashes are required.

Dogs may be off-leash in the designated area to perform in the best trick contest and must be back on a leash immediately following their trick. 

www.pvrpd.org/2026-10-24-howl-o-ween

Halloween Events at Ventura Harbor Village in October 2026

Ventura Harbor Village at 1583 Spinnaker Drive in Ventura is hosting the following Halloween events and activities this October:

Howl-O-Ween Dog Costume Contest

Saturday, October 24, 2026

Enter the 14th Annual HOWL-O-WEEN Dog Costume Contest at Ventura Harbor Village on Saturday, October 24th at noon. Space is limited to the first 75 dogs. But all dogs and their owners are welcome to spectate and enjoy the event. www.venturaharborvillage.com/event/howl-o-ween-dog-costume-contest-2026

Kids Seaside Trick or Treat 2026

Friday, October 30 from 4-6PM

Dress up the kids and navigate through the Ventura Harbor Village from 4-6PM on Friday, October 30, 2026. This free community event features over a dozen treat stops at participating shops and restaurants, packed full of sweets (while supplies last), face painting, Halloween themed crafts, professional pumpkin carving, and more. Event is free but there is a parking fee.

More details at www.venturaharborvillage.com/event/seaside-trick-or-treat-2026

Seaside Live Music at Ventura Harbor Village - Spring/Summer/Fall 2026

Enjoy live music at Ventura Harbor Village, located at 1583 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura.

Sat, Sept 12: Cinnamon Whiskey (classic rock, pop, and R&B) 1:30-4:30pm

Sun, Sept 13: Dante Brunetto 11am to 1pm

Sat, Sept 19: Unkle Monkey (pop, rock, funk) 1-4pm

Sat, Sept 26: Caliente Band 805 114pm

Sat, Sept 27: TBA 1-4pm

More details at www.venturaharborvillage.com/events. Subject to change, so check the Ventura Harbor Village first for updates.

Paid parking applies from 10am to 8pm Friday through Sunday and holidays at Ventura Harbor Village and neighboring beaches. Parking on Spinnaker Drive will remain free of charge. Under an hour will be free of charge. Up to 4 hours will be $1 per hour, or $10 for a day pass.

Haunted High Street Event in Moorpark on Saturday, October 31, 2026

Join the City of Moorpark on Halloween night for some spooky family fun on historic High Street! Activities will include a trunk-or-treat, Halloween carnival (suitable for ages 3-10) and attractions, a costume contest, haunted house, DJ music, food trucks and more!

Event hours are 4-7pm and will be held in the north Metrolink parking lot. Event parking will be at the south Metrolink parking lot. Admission is free, and there is a nominal fee for games and some attractions - carnival tickets $5 advance purchase October 1-30; $10 (cash only) at the event. Parents do not need tickets.

www.moorparkca.gov/haunted

Halloween Haunt in the Park in Oxnard on Saturday, October 24, 2026

On Saturday, October 24, 2026, The Downtown Oxnard Improvement Association will present Halloween Haunt in the Park. The kid-friendly thrills occur all evening from 4:00pm-7:00pm at Plaza Park in Downtown Oxnard. Event will feature trick or treat booths, costume contest, bounce houses, face painting, crafts, games, music and more.

More details at www.facebook.com/events/2436658986856677

Downtown Ventura Costume Contest and Trick-or-Treating on Thursday, October 29, 2026

Downtown Ventura’s Costume Contest & Trick-or-Treating is planned for Thursday, October 29, 2026 from 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm on Main Street in Downtown Ventura. Free event to include a costume contest (with prizes) at 3pm on the Main Street Stage followed by trick-or-treating at downtown businesses on Main Street starting at 4pm.

https://downtownventura.org/event/downtown-halloween-spooktacular-costume-contest-trick-or-treating

5th Annual Native Plantpalooza & Eco Fest in Thousand Oaks on Saturday, October 10, 2026

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).

https://cosf.org/about-native-plantpalooza-eco-fest/

2026 Conejo Recreation & Park District Summer Concerts in the Park - May through September

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

TOArts Hosts Inaugural Spotlight Arts Festival in Thousand Oaks on Sunday, September 13th

TOArts will host its inaugural Spotlight Arts Festival on Sunday, September 13, 2026 from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Bank of America Performing Arts Center in Thousand Oaks.

The free event will showcase local artists, performing groups, cultural organizations, and community partners with live performances, artist booths, hands-on activities, backstage theatre tours, live painting, and more. Scheduled performers include SciArtsRUs, India Friends Association, Pacific Pearl Music Association, Los Robles Children's Choir, Gold Coast Theatre Co., and Kingsmen Shakespeare Company.

Visitors can also meet local artists, explore arts organizations, enjoy music from DJ Uncle Alex, and take part in activities such as the Art Trek Creation Station. Complimentary bites from Fogo de Chão will be available.

Admission is free, but advance RSVP is required at givebutter.com/SpotlightFestival.

The Bank of America Performing Arts Center is located at 2100 Thousand Oaks Blvd. in Thousand Oaks. For more information, visit TOArts.org.

Ponies by the Sea Car Show at Channel Islands Harbor on Sunday, October 11, 2026

The Ponies by the Sea Car Show will be held at Harbor View Park at Channel Islands Harbor, 3600 Harbor Blvd., Oxnard on Sunday, October 11, 2026 from 10am to 3pm.  Mustangs and other Ford powered vehicles are welcome to enter. Proceeds from the show to benefit the Guide Dogs of America and Tender Loving Canines. Food trucks and vendors will be on hand. There will also be food trucks, music, games and more.

Free to spectators. www.tricountymustangclub.com