The Carnival for Las Virgenes Schools at Whizin Market Square in Agoura Hills, September 4 to September 6, 2026

The Foundation for Las Virgenes Schools presents "The Carnival" on Labor Day weekend, September 4-6, 2026 at Whizin Market Square, 28914 Roadside Drive, Agoura Hills. Hours are Friday 7-11pm, Saturday 2-11pm, Sunday 2-11pm. Free admission. Beer and wine garden, food, rides, carnival games and more.

Discounted unlimited ride wristbands can be purchased online for $50 ($60 onsite).

Parking available at 28632 Roadside Drive - a shuttle will be available.

More info at https://thefoundationlvs.org/event/2026-carnival.

Westlake High School Instrumental Music 16th Annual Food Truck Festival on Sunday, October 11, 2026

Westlake High School Instrumental Music Boosters presents its 16th Annual Food Truck Festival on Sunday, October 11, 2026 from 11am to 4pm at Westlake High School.

Enjoy a beautiful day, with great music, delicious food from gourmet food trucks, kids activities, live music, silent auction and raffle.

Ticket prices in 2025 were $10 presale and $15 at the event (2026 prices TBA). Food sold separately. Buy tickets and learn more at whsband.org/foodtruckfestival.

Proceeds support WHS Instrumental Music programs.

Free Clinic of Simi Valley Fredrick Michael Gibson 5K/10K & Half Marathon Walk/Run on Sunday, October 11, 2026

The Free Clinic of Simi Valley, in partnership with Simi Valley Hospital, presents the Fredrick Michael Gibson 5K/10K & Half Marathon Walk/Run for Depression Awareness and Kids’ 1K Fun Run at Rancho Simi Community Park, 1765 Royal Avenue, Simi Valley (near the tennis courts at Erringer and Royal). Event will take place on Sunday, October 11, 2026 at 7 am (Half Marathon), 8:15 am (5K/10K) and 9:30 am (Kids’ Run).

Funds raised from this event will benefit the Free Clinic of Simi Valley's Counseling Programs. Every day, the Free Clinic is saving lives, improving the health of the community, and reducing health care costs for residents of Simi Valley. The Clinic does this through preventing visits to hospital emergency departments, which are costly and provide no continuity of care.

Learn more and register at www.freeclinicsv.com/fmgrun.html.

2026 Santa Barbara Harbor & Seafood Festival on Saturday, October 17th

When it comes to fresh seafood, you can’t get it any fresher than right off the boat. On October 17, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., the Santa Barbara Harbor & Seafood Festival lures seafood lovers of all ages to Santa Barbara’s thriving harbor for one of the community’s most beloved and flavorful events. 

This signature event coincides with lobster season and features local commercial fishermen offering the Santa Barbara Channel’s freshest seafood. Fishermen and seafood vendors will provide thousands of festival-goers with an abundance of live lobster, crab, prawns, BBQ albacore, clam chowder, fish tacos, seafood gumbo and other prepared dishes. Arts and crafts vendors will offer jewelry, clothing, art, photography and other hand-crafted items. There will also be vessel tours, harbor boat rides, and live music.

Admission is FREE. Since 2002, the annual Harbor and Seafood Festival has become Santa Barbara’s signature autumn event. It brings people together for a day full of fun and good memories.

For more information, visit harborfestival.org. Location: Harbor Way.

24th Annual City of Westlake Village City Celebration Event on Saturday, October 10, 2026

The City of Westlake Village's 24th Annual City Celebration will take place on Saturday, October 10, 2026 from 3pm to 8pm. Event will feature the White Oak Elementary Family Fun Fair, food trucks, craft beer, wine, family friendly activities, live performances, and more.

Purchase an unlimited ride bracelet for $40 or individual ride tickets for $5 each. One ride requires one ticket. Purchase your tickets at the event or visit the White Oak PFC website at whiteoakpfc.org/shop to purchase ahead of time. All proceeds benefit the White Oak PFC.

Free Family Friendly Activities (3 – 6 pm)

• Face Painting and Balloon Animals with Daizy the Clown

• Dance Party with Thousand Oaks DJ

• Live Television Cameos with WLV Channel 10 News

• Giant Jenga, Connect Four, Checkers and Corn Hole

• Unlimited Photo Booth Access

• Eco-friendly Arts and Crafts with Create Studio

• Other local businesses and non-profits

Fire & Sheriff Meet N’ Greet (3 - 6 pm)

Live Performances (3 - 8 pm)

Beer and Wine Garden (3 - 8 pm) Presented and sponsored by 14 Cannons Brewing!

Local Westlake Village brewing company 14 Cannons will be selling craft beer and wine on the back patio to adults 21 years old and up. 14 Cannons has generously donated all beer and wine for this event, and all sales will support the Westlake Village Community Foundation.

Free admission. Free open parking off of Park Terrace (look for the signs). Parking is free.

 The event takes place at the Westlake Village Civic Center, 31200 Oak Crest Drive.

Additional information at www.wlv.org/citycelebration. 

Trail or Treat Event at Camarillo Grove Park on Saturday, October 17, 2026

Pleasant Valley Recreation & Park District presents “Trail or Treat” at the Camarillo Grove Park Nature Center, 6968 E. Camarillo Springs Road on Saturday, October 17, 2026 from 10am to 1pm. Trick or treat along the Camarillo Grove Trail. Hike is one mile. $10 registration for kids (adults free) at www.pvrpd.org/2026-10-17-trail-or-treat

5th Annual Spook-Tacular Celebration in Port Hueneme on Wednesday, October 21, 2026

The City of Port Hueneme’s Annual Spook-Tacular Celebration is planned for Wednesday, October 21, 2026 from 5-8pm at Moranda Park, 200 Moranda Pkwy. Free event to include music, treats, a pumpkin patch, carnival games, a community pumpkin carving contest, and much more! 

www.ci.port-hueneme.ca.us/1452/2026-Spook-Tacualr

2026 Peace Pumpkin Fest in Camarillo on Saturday, October 24th

The 2026 Peace Pumpkin Fest at Peace Lutheran Church, 71 Loma Drive, Camarillo is planned for Saturday, October 24th from 10am to 3pm.  Free admission.  There will be hay rides, carnival games, inflatables, craft vendors, food available for purchase, pumpkins available for purchase, and more. www.peacecamarillo.com/upcoming-events

Pumpkin Party at the Leonis Adobe Museum in Calabasas on Saturday, October 24, 2026

The annual "Pumpkin Party" at the Leonis Adobe Museum is planned for Saturday, October 24, 2026 from 1:00 - 4:00 PM. Enjoy live music, demonstrations, hands-on crafts and more! Costumes admired but not required.

Admission is $10 per person; children under 2 are free of charge.

Located at 23537 Calabasas Road, Calabasas (next to the Sagebrush Cantina).

www.leonisadobemuseum.org/special-events  |  818-222-6511

26th Annual Pooch Parade Dog Walk and Pet Expo in Oxnard on Sunday, September 13, 2026

Canine Adoption and Rescue League (C.A.R.L.) will host its 26th Annual Pooch Parade at a NEW location this year on Sunday, September 13, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event will take place at the beautiful 'olołkoy Beach Park, 1601 S. Harbor Blvd, in Oxnard.

In addition to a fun walk, the event will feature entertainment, education, a large vendor fair, and the opportunity to meet adoptable dogs looking for a fresh start.

The non-profit C.A.R.L. has rescued thousands of dogs since 1996.

Learn more and register at carldogs.org/events-2/pooch-parade.