2025 Rock the Collection Summer and Fall Concert Series in Oxnard in August and September

The Collection at Riverpark in Oxnard is hosting its Rock the Collection Free Concert Series this year on designated Thursday nights, 6:30-8PM at Collection Park. The series will feature everyone’s favorite rock and pop classics performed by popular tribute bands.

The lineup is as follows:

• Aug 13: Rocketman - Elton John Tribute

• Aug 27: The Long Run - Eagles Tribute

• Sep 10: Wanted - Bon Jovi Tribute

• Sep 24: The Kings of Queen - Queen Tribute

Updates at thecollectionrp.com/portfolio/rock-the-collection-2025

2025 Concerts at the Plaza at the Simi Valley Civic Center Plaza July 12 to August 23

Concerts at the Plaza is a free Saturday evening concert series at the Simi Civic Center Plaza on Tapo Canyon Road off the 118 in Simi Valley, in the Regal Cinema Plaza Food Court. Concerts run from 6-9pm. Emmy-winning comedian Mark DeCarlo (Hugh Neutron, Sale of the Century) will be hosting trivia contests, cracking jokes, and giving away exciting prizes throughout the summer! Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy the show.

2025 Lineup:

7/12: Rock the Boat (Yacht Rock)

7/19: Holgers Heroes (70s/80s Rock Classics)

7/26: Soul Jukebox & The Funky Divas (Motown, R&B, Funk)

8/2: Ticket to Ride (Beatles Tribute)

8/16: 2 For The Show (Hit Songs)

8/23: Double Header - (Two Bands - Classic Rock and Bryan Adams Tribute)

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About Event Organizer, The East Coast Pizza Company

Located in the heart of Simi Valley’s Civic Center Plaza, The East Coast Pizza Company is a family-owned restaurant serving up authentic, handcrafted pies in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Proud supporter of local events and community connections.

2025 Ojai Film Society Free Summer Film Series at Libbey Bowl July 25 to October 3

The Ojai Film Society announces the return of its Summer Series, presented by Hotel El Roblar. Running on alternate Fridays from July 25 through October 3, the series invites audiences to gather under the stars at Libbey Bowl for six unforgettable evenings of film, imagination, and community connection. This year’s theme, “Imagine A World,” dares us to envision a more just, expansive, and beautiful future. Each film was hand-picked to inspire courage, creativity, and connection—highlighting stories that break the mold and remind us that another world is possible.

Here's the lineup:

• July 25: Sally

• August 8: The NeverEnding Story

• August 22: The Greatest Night in Pop (with director Bao Nguyen in attendance)

• September 5: 9 to 5

• September 18: Speak. (with director Jennifer Tiexiera in attendance)

• October 3: Close Encounters of the Third Kind

Walk-ups are welcome, and RSVPs are encouraged at ojaifilmsociety.org. Films start at 7:30PM. Libbey Bowl is located at 210 S. Signal Street in Ojai.

About Ojai Film Society

Founded in 1988, the Ojai Film Society (OFS) is a volunteer-run registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to presenting independent, foreign, documentary, and classic films to the Ojai Valley—outdoors, in community, for free. Through its popular Summer Series at Libbey Bowl and year-round partnerships across the Valley, OFS fosters inclusive, intergenerational gathering around the love of film. With a growing audience of over 3,000 annual attendees and support from local sponsors and volunteers, OFS continues to be one of the largest free cultural event series in the region.

"A Gathering of Joy," Obon Festival on Saturday, July 12, 2025 at the Oxnard Buddhist Temple

The Annual Obon Festival, "A Gathering of Joy" will take place at the Oxnard Buddhist Temple, 250 South "H" Street, Oxnard on Saturday, July 12, 2025 from 1 pm to 8 pm. FREE admission and fun for the entire family, including food, games and dancing. For more information visit www.oxnardbuddhisttemple.org or call (805) 483-5948.

2025 City of Agoura Hills Summer Concerts in the Park - June through August

The City of Agoura Hills Department of Community Services and the DIY Home Center present the 2025 Summer Concerts in the Park. Concerts are held at 6pm on Sundays and are free of charge. (Suggested donation $2) Food trucks on hand.

All concerts will be held at Chumash Park, 5550 Medea Valley Drive, Agoura Hills.

The lineup:

June 15: Mirage (Fleetwood Mac Tribute)

July 6: DSB (Journey Tribute), followed by patriotic drone show

August 3: Queen Nation (Queen Tribute)

August 17: Brandon Ragan Project

For more information, call the Agoura Hills Recreation Center at (818) 597-7361 or visit www.agourahillsrec.org.

Camarillo Old Town Heritage Days Fiesta July 16-20, 2025

Camarillo Old Town Heritage Days Fiesta takes place July 16 through 20, 2025. Free admission. There will be carnival rides, food trucks, live music, local craft vendors, live music, live art, beer and wine zone, car show (Saturday) and much more. Hours are 4-10PM Wed/Thu, 4-11PM Fri, 10am-11pm Sat and 10am-8pm Sun.

Detailed schedule at www.camarillooldtown.org/heritage-days.

2025 Free Concerts in the Park in Santa Barbara, Thursday Nights in July

Free concerts at Chase Palm Park in Santa Barbara on Thursday nights from 6-7:30pm during the month of July! All concerts are free to the public and held in the grassy meadow at Chase Palm Park on Cabrillo Blvd. between Garden and Calle Cesar Chavez Streets.

2025 Series Schedule

July 3 – The Molly Ringwald Project
July 10 – Captain Cardiac and The Coronaries 
July 17 – The Academy 
July 24 – Soul Majestic

www.SantaBarbaraCA.gov/concerts

2025 Camarillo Community Band Summer Concerts in the Park on Thursdays, July 10 to July 31

The Camarillo Community Band's 2025 Summer Concert Series is planned at Constitution Park, Carmen Drive at Paseo Camarillo on July 10, 17, 24 and 31.

Performances will start at 7:00pm (and end at approximately 8:30 pm). Free admission. Bring chairs, blankets and picnic dinners while enjoying the show.

Presented by the Pleasant Valley Recreation and Parks District, the 2025 conductors are:

• Bob Hackett, Music Director at Agoura High School (July 10),

• Stephen Morman, Doctoral Student, University of Southern California (July 17),

• John McQuilkin, retired instrumental music teacher from Quartz Hill High School (July 24).    

• Kirk Raymond, founder of the Camarillo Community Band (July 31).

camarillocommunityband.com

2025 Free Concerts by the Sea at Channel Islands Harbor July 12 to August 30

Concerts by the Sea is a free concert series at Harbor View Park, 3600 Harbor Boulevard, Oxnard near the Marine Emporium Landing at Channel Islands Harbor on Saturdays from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Bring lawn chairs and blankets! Call 805.985.4852 or visit www.channelislandsharbor.org for more information and details about each concert.

The 2025 Lineup:

• July 12: Decadent Decades (Rock/Pop)

• July 19: Ashford Gordon (Contemporary Blues)

• July 26: Rock the Boat (Yacht Rock)

• August 2: Lil Bit of Everything (Country Rock)

• August 9: South Pasadena Transit Authority (Chicago Tribute)

• August 16: Ignition Band (Classic Rock)

• August 23: Brandon Ragan Project (Funk & Blues)

• August 30: Psychedelic Summer (60s/70s)

2025 Hueneme Beach Festival Planned for July 12-13

The City of Port Hueneme presents the Hueneme Beach Festival the weekend of July 12-13, 2025. Hours are 11am to 8pm both days.

Event will feature live music on two stages, great food and drinks, children’s activities, carnival rides, vendors, high school band competition, Hueneme Beach Wrestling Tournament, and more.

Hueneme Beach Park is located at 550 E. Surfside Dr., Port Hueneme. Free admission and parking. Learn more at huenemebeachfestival.org.