2025 She.Is.Beautiful 5K and 10K in Santa Barbara on Saturday, September 6th

The 2025 She.Is.Beautiful 5K and 10K will take place in Santa Barbara on Saturday, September 6th.

This women's only race is known for it's sass, inspirational quotes, fun, and course flair. She.is.beautiful welcomes women of all ages and encourages everyone to strut their sassiest pinkest outfits! In addition to promoting self-esteem, camaraderie and health among women, our proceeds benefit Girls Incorporated in Santa Barbara.

Visit runsheisbeautiful.com to learn more and to register.

25yj Annual Thousand Oaks Rotary Wine & Beer Festival on Sunday, August 24, 2025

The Thousand Oaks Rotary Foundation will celebrate the 24th Annual Thousand Oaks Rotary Wine & Beer Festival on Sunday, August 24, 2025, from 1-4PM at the Westlake Yacht Club, 32119 Lindero Canyon Road, Westlake Village. Since its inception, the event, for adults ages 21 and up, has raised over $600,000 to benefit the Ventura County Special Olympics and the Thousand Oaks Rotary Foundation which supports many local charities and provides student educational scholarships.

Purchase advance sale event tickets for the special price of $95 per person! ($125 at the door). Go to www.ThousandOaksRotaryWineFestival.com.

Sample acclaimed California limited-production handcrafted wines, microbrews and hors d’oeuvres while perusing fabulous auction items donated by local businesses and residents. Meet Special Olympics athletes.

Special Olympics Ventura County offers free year-round sports training and athletic competition to over 700 children and adults with intellectual disabilities in 10 Olympic style sports at over 20 county sites.

The Thousand Oaks Rotary Foundation has been a major supporter of the Special Olympics and has enabled over 10,000 athletes to compete. The club also donates more than $175,000 each year to many local and international charities to foster social, cultural, economic, and environmental progress.

12th Annual Moorpark Mammoth Run 5K/10K on Sunday, October 5, 2025

The Rotary Club of Moorpark presents the Moorpark Mammoth Run 5K/10K and Family 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk on Sunday, October 5, 2025.

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. Everyone gets a T-shirt (1 per family in the fun/run walk), goody bag, free raffle ticket and participation ribbon. Winners get medals. Registration and check-in begin at 7:00am.

All proceeds will benefit local charities through the Moorpark Rotary Foundation and this year a portion of the proceeds will go toward the eradication of polio. All donations to polio will be matched by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.

The event will take place at Arroyo Vista Community Park, 4550 Tierra Rejada Road. Races start at 8:30am. Learn more at www.moorparkmammothrun.com.

Free Clinic of Simi Valley Fredrick Michael Gibson 5K/10K & Half Marathon Walk/Run on Sunday, October 12, 2025

The Free Clinic of Simi Valley, in partnership with Simi Valley Hospital, presents the Fredrick Michael Gibson 5K/10K & Half Marathon Walk/Run for Depression Awareness and Kids’ 1K Fun Run at Rancho Simi Community Park, 1765 Royal Avenue, Simi Valley (near the tennis courts at Erringer and Royal). Event will take place on Sunday, October 12, 2025 at 7 am (Half Marathon), 8:15 am (5K/10K) and 9:30 am (Kids’ Run).

Funds raised from this event will benefit the Free Clinic of Simi Valley's Counseling Programs. Every day, the Free Clinic is saving lives, improving the health of the community, and reducing health care costs for residents of Simi Valley. The Clinic does this through preventing visits to hospital emergency departments, which are costly and provide no continuity of care.

Learn more and register at www.freeclinicsv.com/fmgrun.html.

Wild and Scenic Film Festival in Ventura on Saturday, August 23, 2025

Ventura Land Trust’s annual benefit, the Wild & Scenic Film Festival, returns on Saturday, August 23, 2025 to the expansive lawn of the Ventura County Credit Union headquarters, 2575 Vista Del Mar Drive, Ventura. The film festival features nearly two hours of environmental and activism films along with live music, food trucks, drinks, raffle, auction, kids’ activities and more.

A family-friendly event, participants are encouraged to spread out on chairs and blankets. Doors open at 5 pm, and films begin around 7:30 pm as the sky darkens.

A general admission ticket is $40, $5 children and $10 for teens (13-17), plus processing fees. VIP tickets, which include special gift items and admission to the Ventura Vibe VIP Lounge, are $125 plus fees. Tickets and more information at www.venturalandtrust.org/wild-scenic-film-festival.

25th Annual Pooch Parade Dog Walk and Pet Expo in Ventura on Sunday, August 24, 2025

Canine Adoption and Rescue League (C.A.R.L.) will host its 25th Annual Pooch Parade on Sunday, August 24, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Join C.A.R.L. and its adoptable rescue dogs for a day of fun in the sun at Ventura Harbor Village, 1583 Spinnaker Drive in Ventura. This year’s theme is “Rescue Roundup” And if you’re inclined, dress yourself and your pup up in bandanas, cowboy hats, and western wear.

Help support C.A.R.L.’s mission, meet some of its adoptable rescue dogs and  enjoy a “biggity” day filled with vendor booths and canine-centered activities.  

Learn more and register at poochparade.org.

38th Annual A Taste of Camarillo Wine, Brew and Food Festival on July 27, 2025

A Taste of Camarillo - Wine, Brew & Food Festival will take place on Sunday, July 27, 2025 at the Camarillo Ranch, 201 Camarillo Ranch Road, Camarillo, from noon to 4:30 pm.

This is perhaps the longest running wine, brew and food festival in Ventura County. Guests spend an afternoon sampling fine wines, craft beers and gourmet foods on the grounds of the historic Camarillo Ranch. Sample fine wines and local restaurants, enjoy live music and dancing, boutique shopping and more. 21+ only event. No children or pets allowed.

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit tasteofcamarillo.com.

2025 Cool Breeze Century Ride in Ventura on Saturday, August 16th

COOL BREEZE CENTURY 2025

30, 60, 100 and 125 Miles

Saturday, August 16, 2025

Ventura

Sponsored by the Channel Islands Bike Club and the Kiwanis Club of Ventura, the Cool Breeze route follows the coast from Ventura to Santa Barbara. The weather is generally in the low 70's -- you can't ask for better summer cycling weather! There are lots of great rest stops along the way. Pre-race breakfast and post race lunch included.

Visit coolbreezecentury.com for more information and to register.

Corks and Kegs Wine and Beer Festival in Thousand Oaks on Thursday, October 9, 2025

The inaugural Corks and Kegs Wine and Beer Festival is planned for Thursday, October 9, 2025 from 5:30-8:30PM at The Gardens at Los Robles Greens in Thousand Oaks. Hosted by the Kiwanis Club of Thousand Oaks, merging two previous fundraising events - Conejo Uncorked and BrewFest - into one celebration. Event to feature an evening of fine wines, craft beers and delicious cuisine. Proceeds will support Kiwanis programs and initiatives that are dedicated to enriching the lives of children and families in our community. Ages 21+ only. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Learn more at corks-and-kegs.com.

2025 Run for the Ranch 5K Race Series at Paramount Ranch on June 18, 25 and July 2

The Run for the Ranch 2025 Race Series is a 5K race series on the scenic trails at Paramount Ranch that will be held on Wednesdays, June 18, June 25, and July 2.

The series is hosted by Fleet Feet Agoura Hills and the Future Track Running Pack and co-sponsored by the Santa Monica Mountains Fund (SAMO Fund) and Western Bagel. The race supports scholarships for SAMO Fund’s internship restoration programs.

The Kiddie 1K will begin at 6:00 each evening, followed by the 5K Trail/Road run at 6:30 pm. Online registration (5K $15.00 plus 1.90 reg fee; all 3 races for $35 plus $3.10 reg fee; 1K free): https://runsignup.com/runfortheranch2025

Paramount Ranch is located at 2903 Cornell Road, Agoura Hills.