2025 Holidays at the Inn at the Stagecoach Inn Museum Newbury Park December 5 and 6

Holidays at the Inn 2025 is planned at the Stagecoach Inn Museum December 5 and 6.

Experience the magic of the season as the museum halls and grounds are adorned with festive and historically inspired decorations. During the nighttime celebrations, guests will enjoy a spectacular tree lighting ceremony that sets the tone for a memorable evening. Roving carolers will fill the air with classic holiday melodies, creating a cheerful atmosphere throughout the complex.

Children are invited to participate in holiday crafts, offering hands-on fun and creativity. For those looking to begin their holiday shopping, a Marketplace will be available, featuring a variety of unique gifts and seasonal items.

The museum complex will be alive with the sights and sounds of the holidays, providing a truly immersive experience for visitors of all ages. Don’t miss a special visit from Santa and his Reindeer—note that the reindeer will be present on Saturday only!

Holidays at the Inn
Friday 12/5 6:30-8:30PM and Saturday 12/6 1-4PM and 6:30-8:30PM
Ages 14+ $15, ages 5-13 $5, under 5 free

Stagecoach Inn Museum, 51 S. Ventu Park Rd., Newbury Park  
805.498.9441 www.stagecoachinnmuseum.com

Chanukah Celebration and Chocolate Gelt Menorah Lighting in Camarillo on Sunday, December 21, 2025

Chabad of Camarillo hosts its annual Chanukah Celebration on Sunday, December 21, 2025 from 2:30-4:30PM at Constitution Park in Camarillo. Free admission. RSVP at chabadcamarillo/chanukah. Event to include a lighting of the menorah, free donuts and latkes, music, Chanukah gelt drop for the kids, amazing circus show, and more.

59th Annual Holiday Parade of Lights at Channel Islands Harbor on December 13, 2025

Channel Islands Harbor kicks off the holidays with its 59th Annual Holiday Parade of Lights beginning at 7pm on Saturday, December 13, 2025. This year’s theme is “Rudolph’s Rock n’ Roll Regatta!”

Festivities at the Harbor begin at noon at Harbor View Park just south Marine Emporium Landing (3600 Harbor Boulevard Oxnard). Take your family and enjoy a variety of food options, a holiday artists’ market, live music, and children’s activities. Santa will be there to take pictures, free of charge, with your children from noon to 4 p.m.

For more information, visit www.channelislandsharbor.org/event/2025-parade-of-lights

30th Annual Tree Lighting Celebration at The Promenade at Westlake on Friday, November 21, 2025

Join the Promenade at Westlake for their 30th Annual Tree Lighting ceremony and community celebration on Friday, November 21, 2025 from 4-8PM. Enjoy a whimsical holiday show featuring a variety of musical entertainment, the arrival of Santa and a fireworks finale.

Guests are encouraged to arrive early for the pre-show festivities beginning at 4PM. The evening will feature lively strolling entertainment from carolers and candy cane stilt walkers, along with the return of the beloved Holiday Market offering family-friendly activities and seasonal samplings from nearby dining favorites including Neighborly, Superba Food + Bread, Fogo de Chão and Shake Shack, among others. Attendees can also enjoy exclusive in-store experiences and dining offers from retailers and restaurants like Roche Bobois, Sephora, Red O, Bacio di Latte and more.

Holiday Market: 4PM

Show: 7:30PM

www.shoppromenade.com/events/christmas-tree-lighting-2025

Santa’s Cottage will open the following day, November 22, in collaboration with Disney+ and Hulu, offering families a heartwarming setting to create unforgettable photo memories and holiday keepsakes through December 24. Advance bookings are highly encouraged; walk-in reservations are subject to availability. www.shoppromenade.com/reservation/#id=santa-s-cottage-2025

21st Annual Tree Lighting Celebration at the Simi Valley Town Center on Saturday, November 22, 2025

The Simi Valley Town Center is hosting its 21st Annual Tree Lighting Celebration on Saturday, November 22, 2025 (postponed from November 15 due to rain in forecast) from 4-9PM, featuring dance performances, the Moorpark Jazz Band, arrival of Santa Claus, “snow” fall and shows in the center court and more. Hosted by five-time Grammy nominee, Bridget Brady.

More info at simivalleytowncenter.com/event/21st-christmas-tree-lighting

Downtown Ventura Holiday Tree Lighting Event on Friday, December 5, 2025

Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony event will take place near the old Mission San Buenaventura on Friday, Dec. 5 from 5pm-8pm. Live music starts at 5pm. Santa arrives at 6:55pm, followed by the tree lighting. Snowfall in downtown at 7:05pm! Free event open to the public. Presented by Downtown Ventura Partners, Mission Basilica San Buenaventura, and the City of Ventura.

19th Annual Simi Community Christmas Creche Exhibit on December 5-7, 2025

International Creche Exhibit & Music Performances

The 19th Annual Simi Community Christmas will take place Friday, December 5th through Sunday, December 7th, 2025 from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm nightly, featuring an International Creche Exhibit and music performances.

Simi Community Christmas is an admission-free, inter-faith, three-day event featuring nativity displays from around the world and nearly 20 performances by local choirs, bands and ensembles.

Event will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Sinaloa Stake Center, North Foyer, 480 Sinaloa Road, Simi Valley.

Visit www.simicommunitychristmas.com for more information.

EVENT LINEUP (subject to changes):
Friday, December 5th
5:30 p.m.     TBA
6:00 p.m.     Hillside Middle School Choir
6:30 p.m.     Royal High School Choir
7:00 p.m.     Valley Middle School Choir
7:30 p.m.     Sinaloa Middle School Choir
8:00 p.m.     Channelaire Chorus
8:30 p.m.     Looking Back - Band

Saturday, December 6th
5:30 p.m.     Simi Valley Orchestra Choir
6:00 p.m.     Paige Peel - Guitarist
6:30 p.m.     Polyphonix Choir
7:00 p.m.     Laura Bylund - Pianist
7:30 p.m.     Pipe Dreams Flute Ensemble
8:00 p.m.     The Sedgewick Sisters
8:30 p.m.     Elaine Litster - Harpist
 
Sunday, December 7th
5:30 p.m.     Temple B’nai Emet Choir
6:00 p.m.     Foundations Academy Bell Choir
6:30 p.m.     Simi Valley Children & Youth Choir
7:00 p.m.     St. Rose of Lima Handbell Choir
7:30 p.m.     St. Rose of Lima Master Chorale
8:00 p.m.    Latter-Day Saint Stake Choir, joined by St. Rose Chorale for the Hallelujah Chorus Finale

14th Annual Autism Society of Ventura County Aut2Run 5K/10K 1 Mile Run Event in Camarillo on Sunday, April 26, 2026

The Autism Society of Ventura County hosts its 12th Annual charity “Aut2Run!” race at California State University Channel Islands on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

The event features a 10K trail run, 5K Run/Walk, 15K "Hero Run" (10K and 5K combined), 1 mile walk/run and a Fun-K. Open to competitive runners, casual walkers, families & the community. Learn more and register at www.aut2run.org.

Proceeds benefit the Autism Society of Ventura County. ASVC is a local chapter of the national Autism Society, a 501c3 not-for-profit organization whose mission is to improve the lives of all affected by Autism. ASVC was founded in 1994 by local parents and educators to provide support groups, community events, information and resources to families and individuals on the Autism Spectrum.

2025 Ventura Winter Wine Walk & Holiday Street Fair on Saturday, December 6th

The Ventura Winter Wine Walk & Holiday Street Fair will take place in downtown Ventura on Saturday, December 6, 2025 from 12 pm-8 pm.

The day kicks off with the Holiday Street Fair starting at 12 pm from the Museum of Ventura County through the 600 block of Main Street with vendors and live entertainment. Shop artists, crafters, non-profit organizations, commercial and food vendors. The street fair and entertainment are free and open to the public!

At 4 pm, the Ventura Winter Wine Walk gets started! The wine walk will showcase world class wineries in your favorite downtown businesses. Each guest will receive a tasting cup and a map of the participating tasting sites in downtown Ventura. Each tasting site will have a designated area set up for Wine Walk guests to sample the amazing wines! Wine tasting will end at 7 pm.

Learn more and buy tickets at www.venturawinterwinewalk.com.

Annual Tree Lighting Celebration at The Collection at RiverPark on Wednesday, November 19, 2025

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The Collection at RiverPark in Oxnard is hosting its annual Tree Lighting Celebration on Wednesday, November 19, 2025 from 7-8PM. The Collection's 40 foot holiday tree is a beautiful sight!

Event to include live music, dance performance and an appearance by Santa, followed by the tree lighting and spectacular fireworks show around 8PM.

(Weather permitting. Inclement weather, such as strong winds or heavy rain, could postpone or cancel the event.)

More info at thecollectionrp.com/directory/tree-lighting-celebration