Dia de los Muertos Festival at Strathearn Park in Simi Valley on Sunday, October 26, 2025

The Simi Valley Historical Society invites you to their 11th Annual Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) festival on Sunday, October 26, 2025 from 11AM to 5PM at Strathearn Historical Park & Museum.

Event to include music, entertainment, craft vendors, crafts for kids, face painting, food and more. Costumes encouraged. New in 2025: Chips & Salsa Competition!

Día de los Muertos is traditionally a three day celebration running from October 31st to November 2nd.  This is an event that explores the beautiful symbols, traditions, and imagery of the holiday with activities that represent something significant and special in the remembrance of loved ones. Part of the celebration is the altars (ofrendas) in the Wood Ranch Barn. Individuals, families and businesses are encouraged to construct altars for the celebration to honor loved ones who have passed on. (Receive two free admission tickets for each altar setup! Visit simihistory.com for the altar form link.

Strathearn Park is located at 137 Strathearn Place (behind the Madera Target store)

Advance tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for kids ages 5-12 EVENT IS NOW FREE OF CHARGE IN 2025 simihistory.com.

18th Annual Oxnard Tamale Festival on Saturday, December 6, 2025

The 18th Annual Oxnard Tamale Festival, presented by Oxnard Recreation & Community Services, is planned for Saturday, December 6, 2025 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Plaza Park in Downtown Oxnard. This festive event includes food and arts and crafts vendors, live music and a kids zone. More info at www.oxnardrecevents.com/tamale-festival.html

Westlake High School Instrumental Music 15th Annual Food Truck Festival on Sunday, October 12, 2025

Westlake High School Instrumental Music Boosters presents its 15th Annual Food Truck Festival on Sunday, October 12, 2025 from 11am to 3:30pm at Conejo Creek Park North, adjacent to the Thousand Oaks Library at 1379 E. Janss Road.

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

Ticket prices $10 presale and $15 at the event. Food sold separately. Buy tickets and learn more at whsband.org/foodtruckfestival.

Proceeds support WHS Instrumental Music programs.

Harvest Festival at the Stagecoach Inn Museum in Newbury Park on Saturday, October 25, 2025

Harvest Festival at the Stagecoach Inn Museum from 1-4pm on Saturday, October 25, 2025.
 
The Stagecoach Inn loves the fall season from the turning of the leaves to pumpkin everything. Celebrate with us at this fun and festive Fall event. Come in costume and have fun on our beautiful 5-acre property. There will be lots of things to do including games and activities for children to play throughout the afternoon. They can get vote on their favorite decorated Scarecrow, and make seasonal crafts or pan for gold.
 
Or perhaps you would just like to take a break and have fun listening to music or one of our two, resident witches telling ghost and pioneer stories And yes, we will continue to offer our fun Harvest Scavenger Hunt where you will look for a variety of metal objects with a Fall theme around the property and get a prize in the Gift Shop after turning in your tracking map.

The Stagecoach Inn Museum welcomes visitors on Wednesdays & Saturdays from 1:00-4:00 pm. Seniors, Adults & Teens $10 per person; $5 for children 5 to 12, children under 5 are free.

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

Chinese Cultural Day at Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza Park on Saturday, April 26, 2025

The 7th Chinese Cultural Day at Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza Park will take place on Saturday, April 26, 2025 from 11am-3pm.

The Conejo Chinese Cultural Association (CCCA), a non-profit organization, is hosting Chinese Cultural Day in celebrating the Moon Festival. The celebration will showcase traditional Chinese music, dance performances, and interactive cultural exhibits, as well as games, food and raffles. Admission is free.

Learn more about CCCA at www.ccca-tocs.org.

2nd Annual Spring Arts, Crafts & Antiques Festival at the Stagecoach Inn Newbury Park on April 5, 2025

2nd Annual Spring Arts, Crafts & Antiques Festival, April 5th 10AM - 4PM

Join us for the 2nd ANNUAL SPRING ARTS, CRAFTS & ANTIQUES FESTIVAL. Entrance is free for this one-day event, which includes an open house at the Stagecoach Inn Museum Complex (there will be a $5 charge to tour the Inn, free to tour out buildings). Enjoy music while shopping at the booths of local artisans in a beautiful setting.

If you would like to participate as a vendor or exhibitor, you may check the website or call the museum for the application. Applications are due prior to March 15, or a late fee will be charged.

The festival takes place from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., April 5th at the Stagecoach Inn Museum at 51 S. Ventu Park Rd. in Newbury Park. This event is sponsored by the Conejo Valley Historical Society. www.stagecoachinnmuseum.com

3rd Annual Fall Festival at Plaza Park in Downtown Oxnard on Saturday, October 19, 2024

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

City of Fillmore Winter Fest Event at Central Park on Saturday, December 4, 2021

The City of Fillmore presents “Winter Fest” from 9am to 2pm on Saturday, December 4, 2021 at Central Park, 250 Central Avenue.

Event includes Lions Club Parade, food trucks, holiday boutique shopping, carolers and more.

Additional details and updates at www.fillmoreca.com/departments/parks-and-recreation-department/events.

CANCELLED 23rd Annual Calabasas Fine Arts Festival, Weekend of May 1 & 2, 2021

CANCELLED DUE TO CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC

The Calabasas Arts Council welcomes back the 23rd Annual Calabasas Fine Arts Festival at the Calabasas Civic Center and Commons at Calabasas 101 Freeway, exit at Parkway Calabasas. The event will be held on Saturday and Sunday, May 1-2, 2021, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

This is a premiere, two-day, outdoor event with live entertainment and over 150 painters, sculptors, photographers, jewelers and hundreds of other fine artisans, as well as children’s activities and more.

The Calabasas Fine Arts Festival attracts over 15,000 collectors and art buyers each year. FREE admission and parking (sponsored by Kilroy Realty Corp).

Visit www.calabasasartscouncil.com/CalabasasFineArtsFestival.htm for more information.

CANCELLED 108th Annual Fillmore May Festival May 7-10, 2020

CANCELLED DUE TO CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC

The Fillmore Chamber of Commerce presents its 108th Annual May Festival on Thursday, May 7th through Sunday, May 10th, 2020. Event takes place at Fillmore Central Park, 250 Central Avenue..

There will be fun for everyone, including a special "kiddie" area for younger kids, carnival, arts and crafts, unique food vendors, games, entertainment galore, a beer garden and much more! The Main Stage features top entertainment in a concert style atmosphere and will be family friendly. Enjoy a snack or dinner while enjoying the performances of great bands.

Parade on Saturday morning at 10am.

For more information visit www.facebook.com/Fillmore-May-Festival-1000827206774851/

Festival Hours:

• Thursday and Friday 5-11PM

• Saturday: 12PM to 11PM

• Sunday: 12PM to 9PM

Thursday is Dollar Day! Rides, games and other attractions priced separately.