2026 Bulldog 50K and 25K Runs in Malibu Creek State Park on Saturday, August 15th

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The challenging and popular Bulldog runs consist of two races - the 25K Bulldog Trail Run and the 50K Bulldog Ultra Run, which are conducted simultaneously (though the 50K starts an hour earlier - at 7 am.). This year’s event is on Saturday, August 15, 2026.

Run in the beautiful scenic Santa Monica Mountains Recreational Area beginning at base camp in Malibu Creek State Park.

The course offers inspirational vistas of untamed terrain and sweeping ocean views. The challenging trail weaves through the mountains on single track and fire roads.

Visit https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=132423 for more information and to register for these challenging events.

2026 City of Calabasas 4th of July Activities

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The City of Calabasas is hosting the following activities on Saturday, July 4, 2026:

The Lakeside Fun Run is presented by the Calabasas Park Homeowners Association at the Calabasas Tennis & Swim Center. Events begin at 7:45 am and include 4 and 2 mile runs, 2 mile walk and 1/4 mile races for youth 12 and under. Register at calabasasrec.org.

Summer Splash Party at the Tennis & Swim Center, 2300 Park Sorrento, on July 4th from noon–5:30 pm. Spend the day poolside. There will be games, prizes, music and more. Outside food is permitted - coolers, ice chests, glass bottles, alcohol are prohibited. Free admission.

More information at www.cityofcalabasas.com/government/community-services-parks-recreation/special-events

2026 City of Westlake Village 4th of July Parade and Party in the Park

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The 2026 City of Westlake Village 4th of July Parade on Saturday, July 4th will line up at 9:30 AM and proceed down the decorated four block route soon thereafter.

Participants are encouraged to decorate their bike, scooter, skateboard, or wagon in patriotic colors and join the City of Westlake Village for this wonderful patriotic celebration! Residents are also welcome to cheer participants on from the side of the parade route.

The event begins at the corner of Lakeview Canyon Road and Agoura Road and marches down the four-block Agoura Road route to Berniece Bennett Park.

The LA Donut Truck will be serving donuts and coffee before the parade. There will be food trucks at Berniece Bennett Park, along with inflatable jumpers, face painting, activity booths and more.

Visit wlv.org/254/Fourth-of-July-Parade or call 818.706.1613 for more information.

Star Spangled Rock & Country Jam & Fireworks Extravaganza in Simi Valley on Saturday, July 4th

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The Kiwanis Club of Simi Valley presents the Star-Spangled Rock & Country Jam and Fireworks Celebration on Saturday, July 4, 2026 at Rancho Santa Susana Community Park, 5005 E. Los Angeles Avenue. Gates open at 3pm. There will be live music, food and craft vendors, silent auction, beer and wine, a free kids’ zone (courtesy of Adventist Health Simi Valley) and, of course, fireworks at 9 pm (simulcast to music on 99.1 The Ranch).

Admission is FREE or you can opt for the VIP Experience for an extra special afternoon and evening that includes delicious BBQ, drinks, shaded seating for the concert and a special viewing area for the fireworks. Visit www.starspangledsimi.com for more information and tickets.

Limited onsite parking for $25. Parking and shuttle service will run from the Simi Valley Metrolink Station (5050 E. Los Angeles Ave.) and Simi Valley High School (5400 Cochran St.).

2026 Fireworks Spectacular in Santa Paula on Saturday, July 4th

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The City of Santa Paula invites the community to a day of celebration capped by a spectacular Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular at Santa Paula Creek Sports Park at Harvest at Limoneira. Festivities kick off in the afternoon from 4-8:30PM and include live music at the amphitheater, food trucks, face painting, lawn games, inflatable jumpers, and the City Corps wagon train. The fireworks show begins at 9:00 PM. Admission and parking are free.

This community celebration is made possible through a partnership between the City and the Santa Paula Rotary Club, which raises funds for the fireworks display. Donations are still needed to support the show and can be mailed to SP Rotary-Fireworks, P.O. Box 809, Santa Paula, CA 93061.

www.spcity.org

Ojai 4th of July Celebration and Fireworks on Saturday, July 4, 2026

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Ojai 4th of July Celebration and fireworks show will take place on Saturday, July 4, 2026 at the Nordhoff High School Stadium, 1401 Maricopa Highway, starting at 6 pm (gates open at 5:30 pm). Fireworks will begin at 9:15 pm. Presale tickets for the nighttime event will be available at www.4thofjulyinojai.com.

Free concert on Friday, July 3, 2026, 6 pm at Libbey Bowl.

Also:

Pancake breakfast at Chaparral Auditorium, 414 East Ojai Ave from 7am to 10am on July 4th hosted by the Ojai Lions Club. Cost is $7 for adults and $5 for kids.

Youth Freedom Run at 9am at Libbey Park.Register at 8:45am.

4th of July Parade at 10am along Ojai Avenue, starting at Country Club Drive. 2026 parade theme “Happy 250th Birthday, USA.”

CineMalibu Outdoor Movie Nights on July 11 and August 22, 2026

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CINEMALIBU - Summer movies hosted by the City of Malibu

Family movies under the stars! Activities prior to the movies include food trucks, special guests, raffles, an activity and more. Free admission. Movies take place at Malibu Bluffs Park, 24250 Pacific Coast Highway. Movies begin at sunset; activities take place an hour before sunset. Brings chairs and blankets. No alcohol allowed.

Sat, July 11: Kicking & Screaming

Sat, Aug 22: The Sandlot

www.malibucity.org/500/Special-Events

AMC Dine-In Thousand Oaks 14 Hosts Summer Movie Camp June through August 2026

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AMC Dine-In Thousand Oaks 14 and other AMC theatres are hosting $3 movies on Mondays and Wednesdays at 11am and 2pm for its Summer Movie Camp, June 22 to August 12, 2026. The lineup is as follows:

  • June 22 and 24: Paddington in Peru

  • June 29 and July 1: David

  • July 6 and 8: How to Train Your Dragon

  • July 13 and 15: The LEGO Movie

  • July 20 and 22: Sonic the Hedgehog 3

  • July 27 and 29: The Bad Guys 2

  • August 3 and 5: The Spongebob Movie: Search for Squarepants

  • August 10 and 12: Muppet Treasure Island

More info at www.amctheatres.com/events/summer-movie-camp.

2026 Oxnard Insect Festival at Plaza Park on Saturday, June 6th

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The City of Oxnard Recreation and Community Services Division hosts its 6th Annual Oxnard Insect Festival at Plaza Park, 500 S. C Street on Saturday, June 6, 2026 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Experience the world of insects through educational exhibits and enriching experiences. There will also be insects to touch, insects to taste, photo opps, bounce houses, live music and more. Free admission.

More information at www.oxnardrecevents.com/insect-festival.html

2026 Boogie Nights Summer Run Series in Ventura May 20 to July 22

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The Boogie Nights Summer Run Series is back for a 10 week run in 2026 on Wednesday nights from May 20th through July 22nd, starting at 6:20 pm. 5K start/finish is at the Ventura Promenade in front of Aloha Steakhouse and The Crowne Plaza. Free kids fun run starts at 6 pm.

Chip timing and a t-shirt for those that register for the series and flat course along the Ventura Promenade. Cost is less than $20 per race or $139 for the entire 10 week series, including t-shirt. Drinks and a light meal from Aloha Steakhouse can be added to your registration.

Learn more and sign up at runsignup.com/Race/Events/CA/Ventura/BoogieNightsSummerRunSeriesVentura.