2026 Concerts at the Plaza at the Simi Valley Civic Center Plaza July 11 to September 5

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Concerts at the Plaza is a free Saturday evening concert series at the Simi Civic Center Plaza on Tapo Canyon Road off the 118 in Simi Valley, in the Regal Cinema Plaza Food Court. Concerts run from 6-9pm. Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy the show.

2026 Lineup:

7/11: Soul Jukebox & The Funky Divas (Dance Soul)

7/18: Sonic Kiss (Duran Duran Tribute)

7/25: The Way (80s/90s Hits)

8/1: Pre-Existing Condition (Classic Rock) and Pretty Boy Floyd (Hollywood glam band - not a tribute band!

8/15: American Made (Toby Keith Tribute)

8/22: JACK’D (Dance Band)

9/5: Ticket to Ride (Beatles Tribute)

More info at www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576638880865

About Event Organizer, The East Coast Pizza Company

Located in the heart of Simi Valley’s Civic Center Plaza, The East Coast Pizza Company is a family-owned restaurant serving up authentic, handcrafted pies in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Proud supporter of local events and community connections.

2026 Rock the Collection Summer and Fall Concert Series in Oxnard in July, August, September

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The Collection at Riverpark in Oxnard is hosting its Rock the Collection Free Concert Series this year on designated Thursday nights, 6:30-8PM at Collection Park. The series will feature everyone’s favorite rock and pop classics performed by popular tribute bands.

Save the dates:

  • July 29: The K-Tel All Stars (70s Tribute)

  • August 12: DSB (Journey Tribute)

  • August 26: Twisted Gypsy (Fleetwood Mac Tribute)

  • September 9: That’s What I Like (Bruno Mars Tribute)

Updates at https://thecollectionrp.com/portfolio/rock-the-collection-2026

2026 Fireworks Spectacular in Westlake Village on Saturday, July 4th

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The 11th Anniversary 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular hosted by the City of Westlake Village is planned for Saturday, July 4, 2026.

Fireworks will be launched from the Westlake Village Golf Course at approximately 9:10pm.

Gates open at 5pm. No outside alcohol allowed - beer and wine will be available for purchase. Event also to include inflatable jumpers for the kids, putting contest, live music, various food trucks and more.

Offiste parking available at Townsgate and Lakeview Canyon and Lakeview Canyon and Agoura Road.

The event is free and open to the public. Additional information at www.wlv.org/fireworks

2026 Studio Movie Grill Children's Summer Series in Simi Valley June to August

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Studio Movie Grill at the Simi Valley Town Center is offering a Children’s Summer Series to escape the summer heat once again this summer of 2026. $6 ticket includes small drink and small popcorn. 

Details at www.studiomoviegrill.com/movie/children's-summer-series but are summarized below. Movies are on Mondays through Thursdays at 10am.

  • June 8-11: The Wild Robot (PG)

  • June 15-18: The Secret Life of Pets (PG)

  • June 22-25: The Land Before Time (G)

  • June 29 - July 2: How to Train Your Dragon (PG)

  • July 6-9: The Bad Guys 2 (PG)

  • July 13-16: Shrek 2 (PG)

  • July 20-23: Kung Fun Panda (PG)

  • July 27-30: Dog Man (PG)

  • August 3-6: Trolls (PG)

2026 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular and Other Fun Events in Thousand Oaks

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The 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular, coordinated by the Conejo Recreation and Park District, The City of Thousand Oaks and other local sponsors, takes place on the hill behind the Hillcrest Center of the Arts in Thousand Oaks. Fireworks start at 9 p.m., with a great view from surrounding areas!  Patriotic music simulcast by KHAY 100.7 FM.

Other 4th of July activities in Thousand Oaks include the following:

Pancake Breakfast $5.00/person at Borchard Community Center, 190 Reino Road, Newbury Park, from 8:00-11:00am, Pancakes, sausage, coffee and orange juice will be served.

Home Run Derby
Borchard Community Park – Field #2 8-11am
Test your skill with a bat for only $5! Divisions: Men’s Open 16+, Women’s Open 16+, Men’s Masters 40+. Information/rules: 805-495-4674

Senior Home Run Derby - 9:00am-11:00am
Borchard Community Park – Field #1
Men’s and women’s divisions plus age group categories. $5/person. Information: 805-381-2744

Open Swim Afternoon! - FREE Noon-4:00pm  
Free open swim at the Community Pool at CLU and the Newbury Park High School pool from noon to 4pm!

Afternoon Family Games and Activities: Beginning in the afternoon, families can head to Conejo Community Center, located at 1175 Hendrix Ave. in Thousand Oaks, for a variety of classic Fourth of July activities and friendly competitions. Festivities include a Youth Home Run Derby (1:00-3:00pm), Diaper Derby Baby Races (1:00-1:20pm), Potato Sack Races (1:25-1:45pm), Three-Legged Races (1:50-2:10pm), a Water Balloon Toss (2:15-2:35pm), Tug-of-War (2:40-3:00pm), and a Hula Hoop Contest (3:05-3:25pm). Attendees can also enjoy interactive musical experiences with the New West Symphony Music Van (1:00-3:30pm).

Concert in the Park at Conejo Community Park, 1175 Hendrix Avenue at 5pm - Features The New West Symphony

www.crpd.org/fourth

Ventura Art and Chalk Festival on September 12 & 13, 2026

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The Rotary Club of Ventura presents the Ventura Art and Chalk Festival on September 12 and 13, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Ventura Harbor Village, 1583 Spinnaker Dr., Ventura. This waterfront juried art festival features more than over 50 talented street chalk artists creating colorful murals along the village promenade overlooking the boats.

More information at www.venturaartandchalkfestival.com.

2026 City of Agoura Hills Summer Movies in the Park - June 20, July 11 and August 15

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Free Movies in the Park will take place once again this summer of 2026 at Reyes Adobe Park, 30400 Rainbow Crest Drive, Agoura Hills, hosted by City of Agoura Hills Community Services. Movies start at dusk.

Save the dates:

June 20: Surf’s Up

July 11: Guardians of the Galaxy

August 15: How to Train Your Dragon

More information at www.agourahillscity.gov.

2026 4th of July Celebration at the Reagan Library in Simi Valley on Saturday, July 4th

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Come help commemorate the 250th anniversary of the birth of the United States and the signing of the Declaration of Independence at the Reagan Library from 10am to 3pm on Saturday, July 4, 2026!

Enjoy live music by the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department Band and country artist Justin Honsinger, along with appearances by Iwo Jima re-enactors and presidential look-alikes. Family-friendly activities include face painting, crafts, lawn games, carnival picnic games, and Presidential Bingo with prizes.

At 12 PM there will be a special America 250 program featuring keynote speaker, Medal of Honor Recipient General Patrick Henry Brady.

All outdoor activities are free. Regular admission applies to the Ronald Reagan Presidential Museum, Air Force One Pavilion, and our America 250 exhibit.

Located at 40 Presidential Drive in Simi Valley, the Reagan Library is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. every day except Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day. For museum information, ticket prices and events, visit www.reaganlibrary.com. 

Valley Cultural Foundation’s Free Concerts at Warner Park in Woodland Hills - June 14 to August 23, 2026

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Valley Cultural Foundation’s Free Concerts at Warner Park take place on Sunday evenings from June 14 to August 23, 2026 (except the Sunday after 4th of July). All concerts start at 5:30 PM with Emerging Artists Opening Act performances. Headliners will follow shortly after and end at 8 PM.

Located at the Nora Ross Bandshell at the Lou Bredlow Pavilion at 5800 Topanga Canyon Blvd., Woodland Hills. There is plenty of room for a late afternoon picnic with the family while being entertained by headline performers.

Street parking is available starting at 4:30pm. For more information, visit valleycultural.org/concerts-events/concerts.

The Schedule:

  • June 14: Dog n Butterfly - The Heart Experience

  • June 21: The Purple Generation - Tribute to Prince

  • June 28: Cali Country All-Stars

  • July 4: July 4th Extravaganza with Doctor Wu - The Music of Steely Dan

  • July 12: Flashback Heart Attach - 80s Tribute

  • July 19: Ridin’ The Storm Out - REO Speedwagon Tribute

  • July 26: Abbey Road - Beatles Tribute

  • August 2: New Romantics - Taylor Swift Tribute

  • August 9: Start Me Up - Rolling Stones Tribute

  • August 16: Super Soul Groove - Disco/Funk/Soul/R&B

  • August 23: Led Zepagain - Led Zeppelin Tribute

Parking is available at structures located at 21800 Califa Street across from the park and opens at 4 pm (3 pm for 4th of July). Parking fees ($20 online; $25 in person - cash only) are a donation to the Valley Cultural Foundation.

Fireworks Show in Downtown Ventura on Friday, July 3, 2026

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The annual Ventura Rotary fireworks event at Ventura College will not be held in 2026, but will be back on July 4, 2027.

INSTEAD, the City of Ventura is hosting a free community fireworks show on Friday, July 3, 2026 in Downtown Ventura. The fireworks will be launched from the top of the parking garage on Santa Clara Street, with viewing throughout downtown, including Plaza Park. There will be live music from 7-9PM, with fireworks starting at 9PM.

Ventura Rotary is sponsoring the musical simulcast for the fireworks show on KBBY 95.1 or www.951KBBY.com.

Additionally on July 3rd, Ventura Harbor Village presents 250 minutes of live music to celebrate America’s 250th, from 1-4PM.

Learn more at www.cityofventura.ca.gov/2791/250-Anniversary-Events