Community Chanukah Festival in Moorpark on Sunday, December 10, 2023

The Chabad of Moorpark Jewish Center invites the community to celebrate the Festival of Lights at its annual Chanukah Festival on Sunday, December 10, 2023 from 4:30-6PM at the Mission Bell Plaza, 455 Los Angeles Avenue (near Michael D’s and Auto Zone).

Event to include a glowing menorah, free hot latkes and donuts, music, crafts and games, entertainment, including comedy illusionist Rob Rasner, hot coffee and drinks and more. Event is free of charge.

For more information, visit www.JewishMoorpark.com or call 805-CHABAD-2 (242-2232)

Additional event on the 14th. RSVP at dlh@JewishMoorpark.com

16th Annual Oxnard Tamale Festival on Saturday, December 2, 2023

The 16th Annual Oxnard Tamale Festival, presented by Oxnard Recreation & Community Services, is planned for Saturday, December 2, 2023 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

Annual Ojai Day Event Planned for Saturday, October 21, 2023

Ojai Day is an annual downtown street fair from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. planned for Saturday, October 21, 2023. Over 100 vendors, local original art and jewelry, dance performances, great food, kids' activities, crafts demonstrations, classic cars, health, wellness and spiritual demonstrations and much more.

The event was originally conceived in 1917, took a hiatus in the 1920’s and has been back with a vengeance since 1993. It’s grown tremendously and has become one of the most popular events in Ojai. The event itself celebrates life, culture and the arts.

Ojai Day was first celebrated in the 1920's after glass magnate Edward Libbey offered to finance the construction of the downtown Arcade, present day Libbey Park and the post office with its 65-foot bell tower. Ojai's most prominent citizens decided to host a city wide celebration to show their appreciation to Libbey. Thus, Ojai Day was born.

The name Ojai comes from the Chumash language and means “The Moon” or “Bird’s Nest.”

Admission and parking are FREE! Visit www.ojaiday.com for more information.

Westlake High School Instrumental Music Food Truck Festival on Sunday, October 22, 2023

Westlake High School Instrumental Music Boosters presents its annual Food Truck Festival on Sunday, October 22, 2023 from 11am to 4pm 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.

Tickets $8 presale and $10 at event. Food sold separately. Buy tickets and learn more at whsband.org/foodtruckfestival..

Proceeds support WHS Instrumental Music programs.

Chinese Cultural Day at Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza Park on Saturday, October 14, 2023

The 6th Chinese Cultural Day at Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza Park will take place on Saturday, October 14th from 11am-4pm.

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, dragon parade and interactive cultural exhibits, as well as games, food and raffles. Admission is free.

Booths will include: Chinese calligraphy, hieroglyphics, brush painting, origami, abacus, the art of tea and Chinese costumes. Raffle prizes include a new iPhone, Disneyland tickets and more. Food trucks will be offering Chinese/Asian food.

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

37th Annual California Avocado Festival in Carpinteria, October 7-8, 2023

The 37th Annual California Avocado Festival takes place October 7 and 8, 2023. Festival hours 10am to 10pm Saturday and 10am to 6pm Sunday.

One of the largest free festivals in California with over 60 music acts on three stages.

The AvoEXPO TENT is home to Avocado agricultural photos, historical photos, lessons in avocado grafting, FFA restored antique tractors, and the Largest Avocado Contest.

The FOOD VENUE will have plenty of avocado dishes so come hungry, and enjoy some avocado creations!!!

There will also be merchant booths with local vendors, a ferris wheel, guacamole contest and much more.

The events are located in downtown Carpinteria on Linden Avenue

Visitt www.avofest.com for more information.

19th Annual Reyes Adobe Days Festival in Agoura Hills October 6-8, 2023

The City of Agoura Hills presents the 19th Annual Reyes Adobe Days October 6-8, 2023 at Reyes Adobe Park & Historical Site, 30400 Rainbow Crest Drive, Agoura Hills.

The event lineup includes:

RAD Seniors Fiesta on Thursday, September 28th from 11am to 1pm at the Agoura Hills Recreation and Event Center. Register at www.reyesadobedays.org/thursday.html

Night at the Adobe (21+ event) on Friday, October 6 from 6-9pm at the Reyes Adobe, featuring artisan vendors, beer and wine, hors d’oeuvres, live music and site tours. Tickets $20 (includes 1 drink and food) at www.reyesadobedays.org/friday.html

Reyes Adobe Days Festival on Saturday/Sunday, October 7-8 from 11am to 4pm to feature artisan vendors, beer and wine, children’s activities and entertainment, food trucks, live music and site tours.

Reyes Adobe Days Parade on Saturday, October 7th at 10am. The parade begins at the intersection of Reyes Adobe Road and Lake Lindero Road and ends at the Reyes Adobe Historical Site & Park.

Reyes Adobe Days Ride: Register to bike a 4.0 miles, 40 miles, or 40 kilometers. All levels are encouraged. Rides begin at 9 a.m. on Sunday, October 8th. www.reyesadobedays.org/ride.html

More info at www.reyesadobedays.org.

St. Paschal Baylon Presents Conejo Fall Fest in Thousand Oaks October 13-15, 2023

The annual St. Paschal Baylon Catholic Church Fall Fest is planned for Friday through Sunday, October 13-15, 2023 at 155. E. Janss Road, Thousand Oaks.

There will be approximately 12 carnival rides, numerous games, free live entertainment, a variety of food options, boutique and more!

Hours of operation are 5 pm - 11 pm on Friday, 2 pm - 11 pm on Saturday and 1 - 9 pm on Sunday. All are welcome and admission is free! For more information and to purchase discounted ride tickets and festival dollars, visit www.spbfestival.com.

2nd Annual Fall Festival at Plaza Park in Downtown Oxnard on Saturday, October 21, 2023

The City of Oxnard presents its 2nd Annual Fall Festival at Plaza Park on Saturday, October 21, 2023 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Event will include live entertainment, carnival games, pumpkin decorating, food vendors and more. Free admission. www.oxnardrecevents.com/fall-festival.html

Dia de los Muertos Festival at Strathearn Park in Simi Valley on Sunday, October 29, 2023

The Simi Valley Historical Society invites you to their 9th Annual Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) festival on Sunday, October 29, 2023 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.

Día de los Muertos is traditionally a three day celebration running from October 31st to November 2nd.  It is a celebration where deceased loved ones are remembered and revered. Families build altars in their homes commemorating lost loved ones and celebrate their lives.

These days, Day of the Dead altars are also created in libraries, museums and classrooms in both Mexico and the United States, as a way of honoring Mexican traditions and encouraging cross-cultural understanding.

Building a Día de los Muertos altar is an important part of celebrating Mexico's most famous holiday. They can be relatively simple as one might display photographs and mementos that reflect their loved ones character and personality; what matters is the act of honoring and remembering them.

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

Tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for kids ages 5-12. Learn more at simihistory.com.