6th Annual Camarillo Old Town Glow Holiday Walk on Friday, December 5, 2025

The 6th Annual Camarillo Old Town Glow Holiday Walk is Friday, December 5, 2025 from 5-8pm. Kick off the holiday season with a festive stroll through Old Town Camarillo. This is a free, family-friendly event. Or upgrade your experience for $35 and 15+ drink tastings (21+ only) from participating businesses as your stroll along Ventura Blvd. Family tickets are also available.

Check-in at 4:30pm at 2195 Ventura Blvd.. This is a rain or shine event.

Learn more at www.camarillomerchant.org. Tickets are required for entry.

3rd Annual Festival de los Muertos Event at Borchard Community Center in Newbury Park on Saturday, November 1, 2025

Scene from inaugural event in 2023.

Conejo Recreation & Park District (CRPD) announces its 3rd Annual Festival de los Muertos event, a vibrant celebration of the cherished Mexican tradition, will be taking place on Saturday, November 1, 2025, from 4-8PM at the Borchard Community Center, located at 190 N. Reino Rd, Newbury Park.

Enjoy crafts, live music, vendors, food vendors and more. The event will be open to the public, and admission is free. Families and individuals of all ages are encouraged to attend and join in the festivities.

For more information and event updates, visit www.crpd.org/muertos

Inaugural Fall Arts, Crafts & Antiques Festival at the Stagecoach Inn Museum Newbury Park on October 18, 2025

The Stagecoach Inn Museum in Newbury Park presents its inaugural Fall Arts, Crafts & Antiques Festival on Saturday, October 18, 2025 from 10am to 4pm. Entrance is free, 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). There will be live music and plenty of artisans on the beautiful museum grounds.

The Museum is located at 51 S. Ventu Park Rd. in Newbury Park. www.stagecoachinnmuseum.com

Halloween Haunted Trail, Costume Contest and Trick-or-Treat Street in Thousand Oaks on Saturday, October 18, 2025

The Conejo Recreation & Park District will be offering a night full of Halloween fun specifically for young children on Saturday, October 18, 2025 from 6:00-9:00pm at the Thousand Oaks Community Center, located at 2525 N. Moorpark Road.

The annual Haunted Trail is a short Halloween hike appropriate for kids of all ages and packed full of fun. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.  At the end of the trail there will be a hayride that returns “hikers” to the “haunted trailhead.” Tickets are $5 per person (ages 2+) and MUST be purchased in advance at crpd.org.  The “Trail” will be open from 7:15-9:00pm and tickets are sold by 5 minute time slot.  (There will also be a standby line at the event; $5 per person; cash only) EVENT WILL SELL OUT, SO BUY TICKETS EARLY!

Those dressed in costume may participate in the costume contest.  Age groups range from two and under through adults.  Great prizes will be awarded for each category!  Contest starts at 6:00pm. Registration is free and takes place onsite 20 minutes prior to contest.

The popular Trick-or-Treat Street features Halloween-themed houses created by local organizations who will be ready to hand out treats from 6-8:30pm. Admission to Trick-or-Treat Street is free.

A free live reptile show will take place after the costume contest at 7:00pm.

The event takes place on the soccer fields behind the community center. For more information, visit www.crpd.org/2025-10-18-haunted-trail-costume-contest

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.

St. Paschal Baylon Presents Conejo Fall Fest in Thousand Oaks October 17-19, 2025

The annual St. Paschal Baylon Catholic Church Fall Fest is planned for Friday through Sunday, October 17-19, 2025 at 155. E. Janss Road, Thousand Oaks.

There will be numerous carnival rides, games, free live entertainment, a variety of food options, boutique, beer garden, “Sweet Shop,” raffle, and more!

Hours of operation are 5 pm - 10 pm on Friday, 2 pm - 10 pm on Saturday and 1 - 9 pm on Sunday. All are welcome and admission and parking are free! For more information and to purchase discounted ride tickets and festival dollars in September, visit www.spbfestival.com.

City of Oxnard Veterans Day Parade and Ceremony on Tuesday, November 11, 2025

The City of Oxnard invites the community to attend this year’s Veterans Day Ceremony in downtown Oxnard at Plaza Park, 500 S. C St., to honor all who have served our country, including those who are currently serving at home and abroad. It starts at 11 a.m. next to the Veterans Memorial

www.oxnard.gov/event/veterans-day-ceremony-2025

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

Rotary Club of Westlake Village Sunrise "Cottontail Crawl" on November 15, 2025

The Rotary Club of Westlake Village Sunrise presents the “Cottontail Crawl” charity pub event on Saturday, November 15th, from noon to 4pm. Tickets get you unlimited rides to event venues - Crawford’s Social, West Tasting Room, Pedals & Pints Brewing Company, The Mighty Axe, Sunland Vintage Winery, and Shrimp vs Chef and food and drinks at each stop.

Every sip, bite, and laugh helps fund Rotary projects — from local scholarships and food programs to disaster relief efforts. Learn more and register at www.cottontailcrawl.com. Early bird pricing $60 through October 17th, then $70.

Halloween Haunt in the Park in Oxnard on Saturday, October 25, 2025

On Saturday, October 25, 2025, The Downtown Oxnard Improvement Association will present “Halloween Haunt in the Park.” The kid-friendly thrills occur all evening from 4:00pm-7:00pm at Plaza Park in Downtown Oxnard. Event will feature Trick-or-Treat Village, with booths created by local organizations, bounce houses, face painting, crafts, games, music and more. Costume contest starts at 5:30pm.

More details at www.facebook.com/events/1443595630053028