39th Annual Sespe Creek 4th of July Car Show, Chili Cook-Off & Cornhole Tournament in Downtown Fillmore on Friday, July 4, 2025

The Sespe Creek 4th of July Car Show, Chili Cook-Off & Cornhole Tournament will take place in downtown Fillmore on Friday, July 4, 2025 from 9 am to 4 pm.

In addition to 250+ cars, there will be a chili cook-off, cornhole tournament, live music, food and drink vendors, craft/retail vendors, and more. Main stage entertainment will be at Central Avenue and Sespe Street.

More details at sespecreekevents.org and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/SespeCreekCarShow.

22nd Annual Ventura Nationals at Ventura County Fairgrounds on Saturday, August 30, 2025

The 22nd Annual Ventura Nationals Car and Motorcycle Show is planned for Saturday, August 30, 2025 at the Ventura County Fairgrounds. Fun all around with car/motorcycle show, live music, vendors, food and more.

Show hours are 9am to 5pm. More information and tickets at www.venturanationals.com

Wheels in Motion Event in Simi Valley on Sunday, August 24, 2025

Wheels In Motion is a free event hosted by Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District that will include a youth power wheels race, a classic car show and a touch-a-truck exhibit with vehicles from the Simi Valley Police Department, Ventura County Fire Department, RSRPD and Ventura County Air Ops.

Children 12 years of age and under are encouraged to participate in the Power Wheels race event. Racers will be divided into categories and trophies will be awarded to the winners of each race. Registration is required and is open until August 21st. Helmets are required for all participants and modified power.

The event will take place on Sunday, August 24, 2025 from 9:30am to 1:30pm at the Rancho Santa Susana Community Park, 5005-C E. Los Angeles Ave., Simi Valley. Learn more at https://rsrpd.org/recreation/events/summer_(june_-_august)/wheelsinmotion.php.

28th Annual Rods & Roses Car Show and Carpinteria Independence Parade on Saturday, June 28, 2025

The 28th Annual Rods & Roses Car Show is planned for 10 am to 2 pm on Saturday, June 28, 2025 in downtown Carpinteria. Following the car show is the annual Carpinteria Independence Parade at 3:30 pm. https://rodsnroses.com

36th Annual Knights of Columbus Chili Cook-Off & Car Show in Simi Valley on Saturday, June 21, 2025

The 36th Annual Simi Valley Knights of Columbus Chili Cook-Off & Car Show is planned for Saturday, June 21, 2025 on the St Rose of Lima church grounds at 1305 Royal Ave, Simi Valley. Event hours are 10am to 4pm.

Sample chili, explore cars and enjoy the day with family and friends! Live bands and entertainment, large kids area, chili tasting galore, car show (over 100 cars) and vendors. There will also be plenty of vendors booths and ample quantities of food and drink.

Overflow parking available across the street at Royal High School.

General admission is $20. Seniors, children under 13 and active military with ID are $10. Family pass $50. Admission includes chili tastings, until the chili is gone.

More information at www.chilikc.com.

Father's Day Car Show at Channel Islands Harbor on Sunday, June 15, 2025

The Father’s Day Car Show at Channel Islands Harbor on Sunday, June 15, 2025 from 10 am to 3 pm will feature an eclectic mix of custom cars, hot rods, low riders, motorcycles and classics. It is the perfect day to show off your rides and reconnect with friends and family. Also on hand will be food trucks, raffle, music and numerous vendors.

Proceeds for the event will benefit Food Share of Ventura County.

This car show is open to all solo riders, car clubs and all vehicle types, including motorcycles.

In addition to the car show at Harbor View Park on Father’s Day, the Channel Islands Maritime Museum will also be hosting a Father’s Day Celebration event, which will feature classic cars and boats.

Learn more at www.channelislandsfathersdaycarshow.com

33rd Annual Central Coast British Car Club Show at Channel Islands Harbor on September 22, 2024

More than 120 British cars from the 1930s and up will be on display during the 33rd Annual Central Coast British Car Club Show to be held from 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, September 22, 2024 at Harbor View Park, Channel Islands Harbor, 3600 Harbor Blvd, Oxnard. There will also be food trucks, vendors, DJ and a raffle.

For more information, visit centralcoastbritishcarclub.com.

12th Annual Cops N' Cruisers Car Show in Simi Valley on Sunday, September 8, 2024

The Simi Valley Police Explorer Program hosts its 12th Annual Cops N' Cruisers Car Show on Sunday, September 8, 2024 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 beautiful cars, music, live entertainment, “Dunk-a-Cop,” 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.

Ponies by the Sea Car Show at Channel Islands Harbor on Sunday, October 13, 2024

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 13, 2024 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

31st Annual California Lemon Festival in Goleta September 28-29, 2024

Be sure to stop by Girsh Park in Goleta on September 28-29, 2024 for the 31st Annual California Lemon Festival. Admission and parking are free. Open 10am to 6pm on Saturday and 10am to 5pm on Sunday.

Festival will include 80+ booths, lemony food and drinks, live entertainment, kid zone, classic car show on Saturday, Safety Street, pie eating contests, and more.

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