2026 Walk to End Alzheimer's - Ventura on Saturday, October 3rd

Walk to End Alzheimer's - Ventura is slated for Saturday, October 3, 2026 at the Ventura Harbor Village Main Lawn, 1591 Spinnaker Dr Ventura.

Register Your Team at alz.org/VenturaWalk. Registration starts at 9:00 a.m., ceremony at 10:00 a.m., walk starts at 10:30 a.m.

Walk to End Alzheimer's® is the world's largest fundraiser for Alzheimer's care, support and research. This inspiring event calls on participants of all ages and abilities to join the fight against the disease.

While there is no fee to register for Walk, all participants are encouraged to raise critical funds that allow the Alzheimer’s Association to provide 24/7 care and support and advance research toward methods of prevention, treatment and, ultimately, a cure.

Register Online, Start Fundraising and Spread the Walk, Join us on Walk Day! - alz.org/VenturaWalk

For Questions, Volunteer and Sponsorship Opportunities, please email VenturaWalk@alz.org

40th Annual California Avocado Festival in Carpinteria, October 2-4, 2026

The 40th Annual California Avocado Festival takes place October 2, 3, and 4, 2026 in downtown Carpinteria on Linden Avenue.

Festival hours 1pm to 11pm Friday (Locals Only Block Party - open to all), 11am to 10pm Saturday and 11am to 6pm Sunday.

One of the largest free festivals in California with over 60 music acts on three stages, 50 arts and crafts and commercial vendors, 15 food vendors, and over a dozen non-profits, and much more.

Visit www.avofest.com for more information.

Five07 Turkey Day Dash 5K and Zack Zernik Mile in Thousand Oaks on Thursday, November 26, 2026

Five07 presents the 2026 Turkey Day Dash on Thanksgiving Thursday, November 26, 2026. Register for the 5K road race or the Zack Zernik Mile (untimed run/walk) at Memorial Field at Cal Lutheran University in Thousand Oaks, 60 West Olsen Road.

Proceeds from the event will benefit three local non-profits - Hospice of the Conejo, Kiwanis Club of Thousand Oaks Foundation and Scouting America Ventura County Council. Since 2023, the Dash has raised over $200,000 for local charities.

The Zack Zernik Mile is named for a Conejo Valley native and lifelong “Dasher” who lost his life in January 2023 at the age of 22. Zachary “Zack” Zernik, a graduate of Thousand Oaks High School, was climbing near Mount Boney outside Newbury Park when he lost his footing and fell. 

The Zack Zernik Memorial Scholarship will be awarded to two high school students. Winners will be announced before the start of the mile. To apply, go to turkeydaydash.org/zack-zernik-scholarship.

Festivities start at 7 am. The Zack Zernik Mile begins at 8 am, followed by the 5K at 8:30 am.

Learn more and register at www.five07turkeydaydash.org. Early sign-up and family discounts available. All participants will receive a custom Dash T-shirt as well as a swag bag with sponsor-provided items. Medals will be awarded to the top 3 finishers in all age groups (M/F) in the 5K. 

For information on becoming a sponsor, email kjorrey@hospiceoftheconejo.org or call (805) 495-2145.

45th Annual Wings Over Camarillo Airshow on August 15-16, 2026

The Camarillo Wings Association will host the 2026 Wings Over Camarillo Air Show with support from volunteers from the Southern California Wing of the Commemorative Air Force, EAA Chapter 723 and the Ventura County 99s.

The event will take place August 15 and 16, 2026 at the Camarillo Airport. Gates open at 9am. Aerial performances run from noon to approximately 4pm. The theme of the 2026 event is “Celebrating 90 Years of the DC-3 - A Legend That Changed the World.”

The air show includes aerobatic performances from classic warbirds from the CAF, military aircraft, experimental aircraft, and more. On the ground will be a classic car show, aircraft display models, food vendors, craft beer, interactive STEM Pavilion, and more.

This event will feature a unique tribute to our military veterans that includes a recreation of wartime air combat with stunning pyrotechnics of fire and controlled explosions.  Military aircraft, past and present, will be on display for an up-close and personal one-of-a-kind experience.  This year, visitors can enjoy a Flight Line Preview from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., and the pilots and crew will be on hand to answer any questions and talk about the unique history of the aircraft.

Visit www.wingsovercamarillo.com for more information and to purchase tickets. Gate prices are $45 for adults. Advance tickets online are $38 General Admission (17+), $16 Youth (6-16), and $24 Active Military w/ID.

152nd Anniversary Ventura County Fair to Take Place July 29 to August 9, 2026

The 2026 Ventura County Fair will take place July 29 to August 9 at the Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W. Harbor Boulevard in Ventura.

The fair features arts, crafts, food, exhibits, displays, demonstrations, farm animals, petting zoo, carnival rides, games and entertainment. More information at www.VenturaCountyFair.org.

General Admission Prices:  

Regular admission: Ages 13-64 $20, Ages 6-12 $15, Ages 65+ $15, Ages 0-5 free. Add $1 for credit card purchase.

Parking at the Ventura County Fair is $20.00 per car. Parking at the Fairgrounds is limited. Free shuttle buses are provided from the Ventura Government Center, Pacific View Mall, Ventura Community Park, Ventura High School and San Buenaventura State Beach (with $10 parking fee). See venturacountyfair.org/fair/parking-shuttles.

Fair hours are 12pm to 11pm daily. Early opening time on August 4 only is 11am.

Special Promotion Days:

• Wednesday, July 29 – $5 before 5pm

• Friday, July 31 – Youth Day - Visitors ages 12 and under will be admitted free all day with paid adult admission.

• Tuesday, August 4 – Seniors & Persons with Disabilities Day - Ages 65+ and disabled persons (and one caregiver) will be admitted free all day.

• Thursday, August 6 – Community Heroes Day - All teachers, military, police, fire and EMS personnel with current, valid ID and first responders admitted free.

• Friday, August 7 - Food Share Day - Bring 5 non-perishable items to donate and receive a same-day BOGO offer on admission.

Carnival Wristband Days - NEW for 2026 - wristbands available every day.

Grandstand Concert Series Lineup (All concerts are free. Concerts start at 7:30pm unless otherwise noted. VIP seats available for each concert for an additional charge.)

• Wednesday, July 29: Bush

• Thursday, July 30: Marshmello

• Friday, July 31: Iration

• Saturday, August 1: Jake Owen

• Sunday, August 2 3PM: Herencia de Patrones ft. Banda Maguey and Banda Toro

• Monday, August 3 - Ashanti ft. Bow Wow

• Tuesday, August 4 - Switchfoot ft. Hoobastank

• Wednesday, August 5: Nate Smith

Pacifico Stage: Check website for updates.

Flying U Rodeo will be back on Friday through Sunday, August 7th (7pm), 8th (2pm and 7pm) and 9th (2pm and 7pm). Ages 13+ $11.45. Children 3-12 $9.29 (lap children do not require ticket). Rodeo tickets are in addition to fair admission. Tickets on sale at vcfair.org.

Ventura County Coastal Cleanup Day on Saturday, September 19, 2026

The 42nd Annual California Coastal Cleanup Day is set for Saturday, September 19, 2026 from 9am-noon, at beaches and waterways throughout California. Get involved locally with @vccoastcleanupday to remove trash and plastic pollution that has been accumulating in our County since the last Coastal Cleanup Day.

Learn more and find a local cleanup site to join at www.coastal.ca.gov/publiced/ccd/ccd.html.

"Junk in the Trunk" Community Swap Meet in Simi Valley on Saturday, September 26, 2026

Rancho Simi Recreation & Park District presents its Junk in the Trunk swap meet at the Rancho Santa Susana Community Center Parking Lot from 8am to 12pm on Saturday, September 26, 2026. Free admission. Over 47 local vendors.

Location: 5005-C Los Angeles Avenue, Simi Valley

More information at www.rsrpd.org/recreation/events/fall_(september_-_november)/junk_in_the_trunk.php

2026 Port of Hueneme Banana Festival Planned for Saturday, September 26th

The 13th Annual Port of Hueneme Banana Festival will be back on Saturday, September 26, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Come celebrate our diverse working port and explore its amazing contribution to our community focusing on one of its primary imports….bananas. Enjoy a family-focused day with music, food, entertainers, vendors, arts and crafts, kids activities, and banana-themed attractions.

The festival is located at 105 E. Port Hueneme Road. Free admission and parking at the beach lots.

For festival information, visit www.BananaPortFest.com.

14th Annual Cops N' Cruisers Car Show in Simi Valley on Sunday, September 27, 2026

The Simi Valley Police Explorer Program hosts its 14th Annual Cops N' Cruisers Car Show on Sunday, September 27, 2026 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.

California Lemon Festival in Goleta September 26-27, 2026

Stop by Girsh Park in Goleta on September 26-27, 2026 for the 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 (9am-3pm), pie eating contests, and more.

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