Events in and around Ventura County and surrounding areas, including Thousand Oaks, Westlake Village, Newbury Park, Agoura Hills, Calabasas, Malibu, Simi Valley, Moorpark, Somis, Fillmore, Santa Paula, Ojai, Camarillo, Ventura, Oxnard, Santa Barbara and Port Hueneme.
Find events in Ventura County and surrounding areas in this section, by category at this link and in the Events Calendar. Community events of broad public interest can be submitted at this link for possible inclusion in this section (at our discretion).
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Sat, July 26: Shrek
Sat, Aug 23: Scooby Doo
Five07 presents the 2025 Turkey Day Dash on Thanksgiving Thursday, November 27, 2025. Register for the 5K road race or the Zack Zernik Mile (run/walk) at Memorial Field at Cal Lutheran University in Thousand Oaks, 60 West Olsen Road.
Proceeds from the event will benefit three local non-profits - Hospice of the Conejo, Kiwanis Club of Thousand Oaks Foundation and Ventura County Council of Boy Scouts.
The Zack Zernik Mile is named for a Conejo Valley native and lifelong “Dasher” who lost his life in January 2023 at the age of 22. Zachary “Zack” Zernik, a graduate of Thousand Oaks High School, was climbing near Mount Boney outside Newbury Park when he lost his footing and fell.
The Zack Zernik Memorial Scholarship will be awarded to two high school students. Winners will be announced before the start of the mile. To apply, go to turkeydaydash.org/zack-zernik-scholarship.
Festivities start at 7 am. The Zack Zernik Mile begins at 8 am, followed by the 5K at 8:30 am.
Learn more and register at www.five07turkeydaydash.org. Early sign-up and family discounts available. All participants will receive a custom Dash T-shirt as well as a swag bag with items from local vendors.
For information on becoming a sponsor, email kjorrey@hospiceoftheconejo.org or call (805) 495-2145.
The 2025 Ventura County Fair will take place July 30 to August 10 at the Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W. Harbor Boulevard in Ventura.
The fair features arts, crafts, food, exhibits, displays, demonstrations, farm animals, petting zoo, carnival rides, games and entertainment. More information at www.VenturaCountyFair.org.
General Admission Prices:
Regular admission: Ages 13-64 $20, Ages 6-12 $15, Ages 65+ $15, Ages 0-5 free
Parking at the Ventura County Fair is $20.00 per car. Parking at the Fairgrounds is limited. Free shuttle buses are provided from the Ventura Government Center, Pacific View Mall, Ventura Community Park, Ventura High School and San Buenaventura State Beach (with $10 parking fee). See venturacountyfair.org/fair/parking-shuttles.
Fair hours are 12pm to 11pm daily
Wednesday, July 30 – $5 before 5pm
Friday, August 1 – Youth Day - Visitors ages 12 and under will be admitted free all day with paid adult admission.
Tuesday, August 5 – Seniors & Persons with Disabilities Day - Ages 65+ and disabled persons (and one caregiver) will be admitted free all day.
Thursday, August 7 – Community Heroes Day - All military, police, fire and EMS personnel with current, valid ID and first responders admitted free.
Friday, August 8 - Food Share Day - Bring 5 non-perishable items to donate and receive a same-day BOGO offer on admission.
Carnival Wristband Days will be Thursday, July 31 and August 4 and 5. $45 for ride wristbands that can be used until 8pm these days.
Grandstand Concert Series Lineup (All concerts are free. Concerts start at 7pm. VIP seats available for each concert for an additional charge.)
Wednesday, July 30 - Beach Block Party ft. Tone Loc, Ying Yang Twins, Fat Joe, & Pepa of Salt-N-Pepa
Thursday, July 31 - Diplo
Friday, August 1 - Dirty Heads
Saturday, August 2 - Lee Brice
Sunday, August 3 - La Maquinaria Norteña & La Séptima Banda ft. Mi Banda El Mexicano
Monday, August 4 - Flo Rida ft. Bubba Sparxxx
Tuesday, August 5 - Dylan Scott ft. Cheat Codes
Wednesday, August 6 - Scotty McCreery ft. Kruse Brothers
Station Stage Lineup (Shows start at 9pm):
July 30: Foreigner Unauthorized (Foreigner Tribute)
July 31: Motley2 (Motley Crue Tribute)
August 1: Blank Space (Taylor Swift Tribute)
August 2: Definitely Dead (Grateful Dead Tribute)
August 3: Amore Prohibido
August 4: The Outlaw Mariachi
August 5: Kruse Brothers
August 6: Bee Gees Fever (Bee Gees Tribute)
August 7: The White Buffalo
August 8: Morgan Wallen Experience (Morgan Wallen Tribute)
August 9: Twisted Gypsy (Fleetwood Mac Tribute)
August 10: Caliente & Juano and Friends
Announced on July 5th: Flying U Rodeo Company will be back on Friday through Sunday, August 8th (7pm), 9th (2pm and 7pm) and 10th (2pm and 7pm). Adults $10. Children $8. Rodeo tickets are in addition to fair admission. Tickets on sale at vcfair.org.
Save the date for Summer Seaside Movie Nights, August 9, September 6, and October 11, 2025 starting after sunset at Ventura Harbor Village Main Lawn, 1583 Spinnaker Drive in Ventura. Plan to arrive early to enjoy live DJ or bands, and grab dinner and dessert at one of the Village's seaside restaurants. Movie-goers are encouraged to bring blankets and low chairs.
All events are pending weather conditions. Visit www.VenturaHarborVillage.com for pre-show activities and event updates.
Here is the lineup:
Saturday, August 9: E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial.- Pre-show entertainment starts at 7pm. Movie begins just after sunset around 8pm.
Saturday, September 6: Jaws - Pre-show entertainment starts at 6:30pm. Movie begins around 7:30pm.
Saturday, October 11: Hocus Pocus - Pre-show entertainment starts at 5:30pm. Movie begins after sunset, around 6:30pm.Costumes encouraged. Prizes awarded.
Rancho Simi Recreation & Park District presents its Junk in the Trunk swap meet at the Rancho Santa Susana Community Center Parking Lot from 8am to 12pm on Saturday, September 27, 2025 and Saturday, October 18, 2025. Free admission. Over 46 local vendors.
Location: 5005-C Los Angeles Avenue, Simi Valley
More information at www.rsrpd.org/recreation/events/spring_(march_-_may)/junk_in_the_trunk.php
More than 120 British cars from the 1930s and up will be on display during the 34th Annual Central Coast British Car Club Show to be held from 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, September 21, 2025 at Harbor View Park, Channel Islands Harbor, 3600 Harbor Blvd, Oxnard. There will also be food trucks, vendors, DJ and a raffle.
For more information, visit centralcoastbritishcarclub.com.
The Foundation for Las Virgenes Schools presents "The Carnival" on Labor Day weekend, August 29th through September 1st, 2025 at Whizin Market Square, 28914 Roadside Drive, Agoura Hills. Hours are Friday 6-11pm, Saturday 2-11pm, Sunday 2-10pm and Monday noon-5pm. Free admission. Beer and wine garden, food, rides, carnival games and more.
Discounted unlimited ride wristbands can be purchased online for $50.
Parking available at 28632 Roadside Drive - a shuttle will be available.
More info at www.thefoundationlvs.org/carnival.
The 2025 Haunted Housing Run is planned for Sunday, October 26th at San Buenaventura State Beach.
Haunted Housing Run is a Halloween-themed 5K run/walk in support of the Housing Authority of the City of San Buenaventura (HACSB) Scholarship Program. Each year HACSB awards scholarships to current residents of affordable housing communities owned and/or managed by HACSB who are currently enrolled at a four-year college/university, community college, or vocational school.
Event begins at 8:30am at 901 San Pedro Street, Ventura. Costumes are encouraged!
Visit www.hauntedhousingrun.com to learn more and register.
The American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Conejo Valley event is a life-changing experience that gives everyone in their community a chance to celebrate the lives of people who have battled cancer, Remember loved ones lost, and Fight Back against the disease. The 2025 event will take place on Saturday, September 27, 2025 from 8:30 am to 8:30 pm at California Lutheran University’s Memorial Field, 141 Memorial Pkwy, Thousand Oaks.
2025 marks the 27th year of Relay For Life in Conejo Valley and the 40th anniversary since the very first Relay For Life took place in Tacoma, WA! As such, this year, we're celebrating Relay is "Forty, Fabulous, and Fighting Cancer."
The festivities begin with a non-competitive 5k fun run around the beautiful CLU campus. After the runners return, we will kick off the Relay event with Opening Ceremonies featuring local civic leaders, volunteer organizers, and cancer survivors from all across Conejo Valley will start the first lap of the Relay. Throughout the day fundraising teams will host games and activities for all ages, local bands will play awesome music, and food will be available for a donation to the American Cancer Society.
Whether you are a survivor, a caregiver, or simply someone who wants to make a difference, this event is for you. Lace up your sneakers, gather your friends and family, and let's make a lasting impact together.
Visit www.relayforlife.org/conejovalleyca to learn more and sign up.
The Oaks presents the Little Oaks Kids Club, twice a month on Thursdays from 11am to 1pm. The Little Oaks Kids Club is a monthly series of engaging, family-friendly events designed for toddlers and young children. Each free event hosts themed crafts and music to magical storytimes. Events take place on Level 1, near Hallmark and Macy’s Women’s and Kids.
RSVP for each child/craft participant at www.shoptheoaksmall.com/event/Little-Oaks-Kids-Club/2145588109.
Upcoming Events
July 31: Little Oaks Summer Camp
Join The Oaks for the official launch of the new Little Oaks Kids Club! Camp vibes are in full swing with acorn-themed arts & crafts, interactive fun, and surprises to celebrate our rebrand.
August 7: Little Oaks Ice Cream Social
Beat the heat with sweet summer vibes! Kids will enjoy ice cream-themed crafts, music, and social time in this playful (and adorable) summer send-off.
August 21: Once Upon a Storytime — Featuring the Tower Princess
Let down your hair and join us for a magical morning with the Tower Princess (Rapunzel)! Enjoy storytime, songs, and meet-and-greet moments your little ones won’t forget.
Upcoming Dates:
• Thursday, September 4: Little Oaks Live! with the BeatBuds
• Thursday, September 18: Storytime with Belle
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