35th Annual Knights of Columbus Chili Cook-Off & Car Show in Simi Valley on Saturday, June 22, 2024

The 35th Annual Simi Valley Knights of Columbus Chili Cook-Off & Car Show is planned for Saturday, June 22, 2024 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 to the daytime event 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 16, 2024

The Father’s Day Car Show at Channel Islands Harbor on Sunday, June 16, 2024 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

Wheels in Motion Event in Simi Valley on Sunday, September 17, 2023

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 interactive exhibit where kids can explore different types of vehicles. There will also be local food and business vendors such as Lucky Dog Café, Rock and Roll Cafe, Cinnabon, The Off Road Club, So Cal Wrap and Tint, and SS Motorsports.

The event will take place on Sunday, September 17, 2023 from 9am to 2pm at the Rancho Santa Susana Community Center, 5005-C E. Los Angeles Ave., Simi Valley. Learn more at rsrpd.org/recreation/events/fall_(september_-_november)/wheels_in_motion.php.

Ponies by the Sea Car Show at Channel Islands Harbor on Sunday, October 8, 2023

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 8, 2023 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. 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 Central Coast British Car Club Show at Channel Islands Harbor on October 1, 2023

More than 120 British cars from the 1930s and up will be on display during the 32nd Annual Central Coast British Car Club Show to be held from 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, October 1, 2023 at Harbor View Park, Channel Islands, 3600 Harbor Blvd, Oxnard. There will also be food trucks, vendors, DJ and a raffle.

For more information, visit centralcoastbritishcarclub.com.

30th Annual California Lemon Festival in Goleta September 30 & October 1, 2023

Be sure to stop by Girsh Park in Goleta on September 30 and October 1, 2023 for the 30th 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, ExxonMobil Safety Street and more.

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

11th Annual Cops N' Cruisers Car Show in Simi Valley on Sunday, September 10, 2023

The Simi Valley Police Explorer Post hosts its 11th Annual Cops N' Cruisers Car Show on Sunday, September 10, 2023 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.

20th Annual Ventura Nationals at Ventura County Fairgrounds on Saturday, September 2, 2023

The 20th Annual Ventura Nationals Car and Motorcycle Show is planned for Saturday, September 2, 2023 at the Ventura County Fairgrounds. Fun all around with car/motorcycle show, live music, vendors, food and more.

Gates open at 7:00 am. Show hours are 10am to 5pm. Admission $20; seniors $15. Active military with valid ID $15. Children 12 and under free. More information at www.venturanationals.com

26th Annual Rods & Roses Car Show and Carpinteria Independence Parade on Saturday, July 1, 2023

The 26th Annual Rods & Roses Car Show is planned for 10 am to 2 pm on Saturday, July 1, 2023 in downtown Carpinteria. Following the car show is the annual Carpinteria Independence Parade at 3:30 pm. https://rodsnroses.com

35th Annual Sespe Creek Car Show and Street Festival in Fillmore on Tuesday, July 4, 2023

The Sespe Creek Car Show will take place in downtown Fillmore on Tuesday, July 4, 2023 from 9 am to 3:30 pm.

In addition to cars, numerous food booths, craft vendors and local organizations will be on hand to share their goods and services with the community. More details at sespecreekevents.org.

In partnership with numerous organizations, the City of Fillmore will be hosting a professional fireworks show on July 3, 2023 at 9:00pm. This year’s show will be launched from the Fillmore Middle School located at 543 A Street, Fillmore.