16th Annual Camarillo YMCA Run For Holiday Fun 5K/10K on December 6, 2025

The 16th Annual Camarillo YMCA Run for Holiday Fun 5K/10K, will take place in the Village at the Park community in beautiful Camarillo at 8 a.m. on Saturday, December 6, 2025.

The course takes you through a scenic walking path and is a friendly course for both novice and experienced runners. There will also be a Kids Fun Run 1K.

100% of all proceeds will go towards the Camarillo YMCA Open Doors Scholarship Fund that allows children, youth, families, and seniors to participate in the programs the YMCA so uniquely provides.

Located at 3111 Village at the Park Dr, Camarillo, CA, Camarillo.

Learn more and sign up at www.ciymca.org/Camarillo5K

Annual Tree Lighting Celebration at The Collection at RiverPark on Wednesday, November 19, 2025

The Collection at RiverPark in Oxnard is hosting its annual Tree Lighting Celebration on Wednesday, November 19, 2025 from 7-8PM. The Collection's 40 foot holiday tree is a beautiful sight!

Event to include live music, dance performance and an appearance by Santa, followed by the tree lighting and spectacular fireworks show around 8PM.

(Weather permitting. Inclement weather, such as strong winds or heavy rain, could postpone or cancel the event.)

More info at thecollectionrp.com/directory/tree-lighting-celebration

2026 Camarillo Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K/5K on Sunday, August 2nd

The Camarillo Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K and 10K are planned for Sunday, August 2, 2026. The event, which will start/finish at the Pleasant Valley Fields, will run largely along the Camarillo Bike Path and nearby roads. The day also features a half marathon, 10K and 5K.

Learn more and sign up at www.camarillomarathon.com.

2026 She.Is.Beautiful 5K and 10K in Santa Barbara on Saturday, September 12th

The 2026 She.Is.Beautiful 5K and 10K will take place in Santa Barbara on Saturday, September 12th.

This women's only race is known for it's sass, inspirational quotes, fun, and course flair. She.is.beautiful welcomes women of all ages and encourages everyone to strut their sassiest pinkest outfits! In addition to promoting self-esteem, camaraderie and health among women, our proceeds benefit Girls Incorporated in Santa Barbara.

Visit runsheisbeautiful.com to learn more and to register.

26th Annual Malibu Veterans Day Public Ceremony on Tuesday, November 11, 2025

26th Annual Malibu Veterans Day Ceremony

Tuesday, November 11, 2025

The community is invited to join in celebrating veterans and current members of the military who have served our country and our community at the 26th Annual Malibu Veteran’s Day Public Ceremony, Tuesday, November 11, 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM at Malibu City Hall

This year’s theme, “Veterans: Stronger Together, United We Stand,” celebrates the strength, unity, and sacrifice of veterans and their families. The program includes a color guard, guest speaker, and musical performances by the Pepperdine University Choir, along with stories shared by local veterans.

Following the ceremony, attendees are invited to enjoy refreshments from 12:30 to 1:30 PM at City Hall.

Event is hosted by the City of Malibu in partnership with the Malibu Navy League, Pepperdine University, and the Malibu Association of Realtors.

Malibu City Hall is located at 23825 Stuart Ranch Road, Malibu. 

www.malibu.org/events/details/veterans-day-public-ceremony-16301

2025 "Wild Lights" at The Teaching Zoo at Moorpark College November 26 to December 23

The Teaching Zoo at Moorpark College shines bright this holiday season during the “Wild Lights” holiday glow event. Take a self-guided 45 minute stroll throughout the zoo that will be filled with dynamic lights, immersive interactive experiences, photo opps and seasonal enchantment.

2025 Dates: November 26, 28, 29 and December 5, 6, 12, 13, 19-23

Times: 6pm to 8:30pm - Last entry is at 7:45pm

Santa will be visiting from 6-7:30pm on Nov 29, Dec 6, and Dec 13. Take your own pic!

This is a rain or shine event. This is not an animal-centered event; some animals will enjoy the lights, while others will be asleep.

Pricing: Adult (13+) $17, Children (3-12) $14, Seniors $14 Members $10. Children 2 and under are free.

The Teaching Zoo at Moorpark College is located at 7075 Campus Road, Moorpark.

Learn more and purchase tickets at zoo.moorparkcollege.edu/holiday-lights.

2026 Ventura Marathon and Half Marathon on Sunday, February 22nd

The 2026 Ventura Marathon and Half Marathon are planned for Sunday, February 22, 2026. The marathon and half marathon are point to point races, starting in Ojai and ending in downtown Ventura. The marathon starts at 6:30am.

Learn more and sign up at www.venturamarathon.com.

Seaside Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K and 10K in Ventura on Sunday, June 7, 2026

The 13th Annual Seaside Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K and 10K is planned for Sunday, June 7, 2026

Start at Solimar Beach, 2808 Pacific Coast Highway, Ventura, along the Rincon and head towards Santa Barbara (north) to the turnaround and back to the start line to complete your first loop. Full marathon is three loops.

Start time: 7am full marathon, 7:15am half marathon, 7:30am 10K, 7:45am 5K

To learn more and register, visit www.seasidemarathon.com.

Simi Valley Police Department Touch A Truck Event on Sunday, December 14, 2025

The Simi Valley Police Department is hosting its annual Touch A Truck event on Sunday, December 14, 2025 from 9am to 2pm at the Simi Valley City Hall front parking lot, 2929 Tapo Canyon Road. In lieu of admission, please bring new, unwrapped toys to be donated to Operation Blue Christmas.

There will be trucks and equipment on display from the Simi Valley Police Department, Ventura County Fire, Public Works, and various other public and private organizations. Everyone, especially kids will be allowed access to these vehicles and adults will be able to interact with those persons that use the vehicles and equipment.

The purpose of this event is to raise funds to not only support the Holiday Toy Drive, but also to support unfunded programs, services and technology for the Simi Valley Police Department. These include support for the K9 program, "Save a Life" AED program, Police Explores, SWAT, Bicycle Patrol, Every 15 Minutes program, Crime Prevention, Parenting Project, and many other worthy programs.

Learn more at svpf.org/touch-a-truck.

Nature Made Great Race of Agoura Hills Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, 1 Mile Runs on Saturday, April 11, 2026

A perennial favorite of the greater Los Angeles area since 1986, the Nature Made Great Race is planned for a return on Saturday, April 11, 2026 in Agoura Hills. The event is an exciting and family-friendly event featuring many race options: Cheseboro Half Marathon, Old Agoura 10K, Deena Kastor 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run.

To learn more and to register, visit greatrace.run.