Events in and around Ventura County and surrounding areas, including Thousand Oaks, Westlake Village, Newbury Park, Agoura Hills, Calabasas, Malibu, Simi Valley, Moorpark, Somis, Fillmore, Santa Paula, Ojai, Camarillo, Ventura, Oxnard, Santa Barbara and Port Hueneme.
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The City of Oxnard presents its 3rd Annual Fall Festival at Plaza Park on Saturday, October 19, 2024 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Event will include live entertainment, carnival games, pumpkin decorating, food vendors and more. Free admission. www.oxnardrecevents.com/fall-festival.html
The Camarillo Police Department announces its 3rd annual Trunk or Treat event for Halloween at the Camarillo Police Station. This year’s event will be held on Monday, 10/28/2024, from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM.
Several community partners will adorn their cars in Halloween decorations and pass out candy to kids as they walk by. This is a free, family friendly event that is appropriate for all ages.
First responders will be present to hand out candy and stickers. There will be several police resources and vehicles on display including an armored vehicle, police car, police motorcycle, sheriff’s K9, sheriff’s off-road vehicle, an ambulance and a Ventura County Fire Engine.
The Simi Valley Apricot Festival takes place at Strathearn Historical Park, 137 Strathearn Place, on Saturday, September 21, 2024. There will be entertainment, food, games, vendors, crafts, historical presentations, makers’ market, car show and a plant sale. Apricot infused drinks and food items will be available for purchase. Admission is only $5.00 (ages 4 and up). Children under 3 are free. Active and retired military with ID will receive free admission. Hours 11am to 5pm. Learn more at www.facebook.com/Strathearnpark.
The 43rd Annual Dia De Los Muertos festival will take place on Saturday, October 26, 2024 from 10am to 5pm at the Conejo Mountain Funeral Home, Memorial Park and Crematory, 2052 Howard Road in Camarillo.
Free event will include face painting, build your own altar, art exhibit, local food and craft vendors, vintage car show, ceremonial procession, performances, drawings and more. www.conejomountain.com
The Christ the King Pumpkin Patch is back in 2024, with pumpkins for sale from October 11 (TBA) to 31 and one day FREE Pumpkin Festival event on October 26th.
Open: October 11 to October 31, Monday to Friday from 2 pm to 7 pm, Saturdays from 10 am to 7 pm and Sundays from 12 pm to 7 pm. October 31 from 9 am to 4 pm.
Pumpkin Fest event will take place from 2-6pm on Saturday, October 26th, including free food, games, prizes, crafts, inflatables and more; Bring your family for a fun filled afternoon. Free of charge.
Christ the King is located at 3947 West Kimber Drive, Newbury Park.
More information at https://ctknp.com/pumpkin-patch
The Valley Cultural Center hosts Free Movies at Warner Ranch Park, 5800 Topanga Canyon Blvd., Woodland Hills again this year on Saturday evenings in August. Grab your blankets, lawn chairs, family, and friends and settle down for free family entertainment.
Films will be presented on a 30-foot professional theatrical screen with digital projection, surround-sound, and high-resolution digital picture. Parking available at 21800 Califa Street, between Topanga and Owensmouth. Parking fees are a donation to Valley Cultural Foundation.
Movies begin at dusk. Affordable concessions are provided by local service organizations. More information at www.valleycultural.org/concerts-events/movies-on-the-green.
The Lineup:
August 3: Barbie
August 10: The Blind Side
August 17: Wish
August 24: Elemental
August 31: Aquaman and The Lost Kingdom
Surf Rodeo will take place on Friday/Saturday, July 5-6, 2024 at Surfer’s Point in Ventura.
Featuring over 30 bands, a surf rodeo competition, a bikini cowgirl and bikini cowboy contest, cornhole tournament, skateboard demos, over 70 vendors, and more. Hours are 2-10pm on Friday and noon to 10pm on Saturday.
More information and tickets at www.surfrodeo.org.
Sea Center Celebrates World Oceans Day with Free Admission
Sea Center on Stearns Wharf Celebrates World Oceans Day
Come celebrate World Oceans Day at the Sea Center on Stearns Wharf during a festival from 10:00 AM–3:00 PM on Saturday, June 8, 2024. Free admission from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM will be made possible with the generous support of the UCSB Associated Students Coastal Fund and the Stearns Wharf Merchants Association.
During the festival, guests can meet an array of community partners dedicated to ocean conservation and celebration, including Santa Barbara Channelkeeper, California State Parks, UCSB's Caselle Lab, The Fish Reef Project, Channel Islands Naturalist Corps, Channel Islands Marine and Wildlife Institute, Santa Barbara Channel Whale Heritage Area, Channel Islands Restoration, and Celebration Cruises, who will be raffling off a Lil’ Toot trip package at their table.
The Sea Center features life-size models of a Gray Whale mother and calf, touchpool habitats where guests can touch sea stars and sea anemones, a Wet Deck modeled after a scientific research vessel’s lab, and Shark Cove, where visitors can get up close with small local sharks. In addition to exploring the Sea Center’s interactive exhibits, guests can enjoy storytimes, meeting the Sea Center's very own Toothy the Shark, an announcement of the winners of a marine-themed student art contest, and a display by the Harbor Patrol’s fireboat.
Scheduled activities:
Storytimes and appearances by Toothy the Shark at 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM
Art contest winners announced at 1:00 PM
Harbor Patrol Fireboat Display at 3:00 PM
No reservations required. For more information and upcoming events, please visit sbnature.org/calendar.
The Easter Bunny is coming to the Simi Valley Town Center on Saturday, March 16, 2024 from 11am to 5pm. Event to feature dancing, games, crafts and more in Center Court. www.facebook.com/svtowncenter
Bring along your loved ones and meet Santa Claus at the Hollywood Storage Center of Thousand Oaks during their yearly toy drive and Winter Wonderland celebration on December 9, 10, 16, and 17. Join in all the festive fun from 10 am to 4 pm each day.
After taking a free photo with Santa, stick around for Christmas-themed coloring and games. Then, experience the magic as Hollywood Storage Center morphs into a Winter Wonderland! Santa's weather elves predict intermittent snowfall throughout each day of the event.
New, unwrapped toys will be gathered and donated to Play Conejo, the charitable division of the Conejo Recreation & Park District, which will then be distributed directly to low-income children in our neighborhood. While donations are appreciated, they are not a requirement for participation in the photo sessions and activities. This is a wonderful opportunity to give back to the community while having some holiday fun.
About Hollywood Storage Center of Thousand Oaks
Situated at 3425 Old Conejo Road, a half-mile off the 101 Freeway at Wendy Drive, Hollywood Storage Center of Thousand Oaks is a locally owned enterprise committed to offering a superior space for the things you cherish.
For more information about this event, call 805-804-5432 or visit HollywoodStorageCenter.com.
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