40th Annual Sespe Creek 4th of July Car Show, Chili Cook-Off & Cornhole Tournament in Downtown Fillmore on Saturday, July 4, 2026

The 40th Annual Sespe Creek 4th of July Car Show, Chili Cook-Off & Cornhole Tournament will take place in downtown Fillmore on Saturday, July 4, 2026 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.com and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/SespeCreekCarShow.

29th Annual Rods & Roses Car Show and Carpinteria Independence Parade on Saturday, June 27, 2026

The 29th Annual Rods & Roses Car Show is planned for 10 am to 2 pm on Saturday, June 27, 2026 in downtown Carpinteria. Following the car show is the annual Carpinteria Independence Parade at 3:30 pm. https://rodsnroses.com

Father's Day Car Show at Channel Islands Harbor on Sunday, June 21, 2026

The Father’s Day Car Show at Channel Islands Harbor on Sunday, June 21, 2026 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.channelislandsharbor.org/event/2026-channel-islands-harbor-fathers-day-car-show

37th Annual Knights of Columbus Chili Cook-Off & Car Show in Simi Valley on Saturday, June 20, 2026

The 37th Annual Simi Valley Knights of Columbus Chili Cook-Off & Car Show is planned for Saturday, June 20, 2026 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 $15 (early bird until 6/6), then $20. Seniors, children (ages 6-17) and active military with ID are $10. Family pass $40. Admission includes chili tastings, until the chili is gone.

More information at www.chilikc.com.

Summer Car Show in Downtown Oxnard on Sunday, July 26, 2026

The Summer Classic Car Show, co-hosted by the Downtown Oxnard Improvement Association and the All-for-One Car Club, is planned for Sunday, July 26, 2026 in Downtown Oxnard. Over 400 classic and specialty autos from all eras will be on display along a four-block stretch of Historic “A” Street in Downtown Oxnard. The event is free to the viewing public.

In addition to awesome autos on display, there will be live entertainment, and Downtown merchants will be offering food specials. Plenty of free parking will be available on adjacent streets, public lots and the 3rd Street Parking Structure.

$40 advance registration for show cars required. Professional judging with prizes in many categories. Proceeds benefit the Historic Downtown Oxnard Beautification Fund. 

downtownoxnard.org/car-show

Ponies by the Sea Car Show at Channel Islands Harbor on Sunday, October 12, 2025

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 12, 2025 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

32nd Annual California Lemon Festival in Goleta September 27-28, 2025

Be sure to stop by Girsh Park in Goleta on September 27-28, 2025 for the 32nd Annual 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, pie eating contests, and more.

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

34th Annual Central Coast British Car Club Show at Channel Islands Harbor on September 21, 2025

More than 120 British cars from the 1930s and up will be on display during the 34th Annual Central Coast British Car Club Show to be held from 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, September 21, 2025 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.

13th Annual Cops N' Cruisers Car Show in Simi Valley on Sunday, September 28, 2025

The Simi Valley Police Explorer Program hosts its 13th Annual Cops N' Cruisers Car Show on Sunday, September 28, 2025 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.

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