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The 6th Annual Parade of Frights at Channel Islands Harbor is a non-competitive, Halloween-themed boat parade scheduled for 7 p.m. on Saturday, October 25, 2026.
Prior to the Parade of Frights, a variety of organizations and businesses will be offering Halloween-related events and activities starting at 3 p.m.
More details will be posted at www.channelislandsharbor.org/event/5th-annual-parade-of-frights/
The 4th of July Celebration at Channel Islands Harbor offers a full day of activities, entertainment, and great food. Come and enjoy exhibits, an artists’ market, children’s rides and games and finish the day with a spectacular fireworks show at 9 p.m. Free event.
www.channelislandsharbor.org/event/2026-fireworks-by-the-sea
Concerts by the Sea is a free concert series at Harbor View Park, 3600 Harbor Boulevard, Oxnard near the Marine Emporium Landing at Channel Islands Harbor on Saturdays from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Bring lawn chairs and blankets! Call 805.985.4852 or visit www.channelislandsharbor.org for more information and details about each concert.
The 2026 Lineup:
July 11: Colette Lovejoy Band (Classic Rock/Soul - 60s-80s)
July 18: Nautical Thrust (70s/80s Yacht Rock)
July 25: Buena Onda (Latin/Soul)
August 1: Unkle Monkey (Tropical Rock)
August 8: Heartbreak Over Petty (Tom Petty Tribute)
August 15: 805 Social Club (History of Pop Tribute Show)
August 22: A Lil Bit of Everything (Rock and Country)
August 29: Brittney & the B Sides (Dance Music 60s-Today)
September 5: 80s Invasion (80s Tribute)
The 27th Annual Celebration of the Whales Festival is planned for Sunday, April 19, 2026 from 11am to 3pm at the Channel Islands Harbor, 3350 Harbor Blvd, Oxnard.
Enjoy activities throughout the Harbor including a community “Paint a Whale” mural project, ocean-themed chalk art, free kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding, a children’s fun zone with bounce houses and carnival games, shopping, and educational booths about whale migration.
Stop by the Channel Islands Maritime Museum, Channel Islands Boating Center, the Channel Islands Harbor Farmers Market, and explore the Gray Whale Migration Trail at Harbor View Park connecting the activity areas.
Learn more at www.channelislandsharbor.org/event/2026-celebration-of-the-whales-festival
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