29th Annual Fall Harvest Festival at Underwood Family Farms September 26 to October 31, 2026

The 29th Annual Fall Harvest Festival returns at Underwood Family Farms, 3370 Sunset Valley Road in Moorpark, starting Saturday, September 26 to Saturday, October 31, 2026. The farm will transform into a giant Pumpkin Patch, Pick Your Own & Fall Harvest experience filled with games, rides, photo opportunities, live entertainment, themed weekends, bands and more. Festival hours are 9am to 6pm.

Admission: Weekday admission is $16.00, available at the gate only.

Weekend admission tickets are sold online only. (Walk-ins subject to availability.) Pricing for themed weekends as follows:

  • $25 Pre-sale online from 8/26-9/23 for the weekends of 9/26-9/27 and 10/3-10/4 only ($30 after 9/23) $34 day of admission (if spots available)

  • $34 Online admission for the weekends of 10/10-10/11, 10/17-10/18, 10/24-10/25, and 10/31 ($38 day of admission, if spots available)

Children UNDER 2 and parking are FREE. Seniors (65+), Military, Veterans, & Emergency First Responders receive $2 discount daily (w/ valid ID) at the gate.

Included with Admission: Wagon rides, corn maze, chicken show, pumpkin patch, pumpkin house, corn stalk labyrinth (Oct 3rd), giant tractor display, giant spiders, misting tunnel, hay pyramids, animal center, play equipment, cotton harvester and combine slides, wooden train and school bus and more, Plus on weekends, there will be animal shows, pig races, live music, demonstrations, roaming entertainment and more.

Themed weekends are as follows:

Sept 26-27 - Friends of the Farm Weekend (Public Safety Weekend)

October 3-4 - Farm Country Weekend

October 10-11 - Antique Tractor Weekend

October 17-18 - Wild West Weekend

October 24-25 - All About Pumpkins Weekend

October 31: Halloween Day

Visit underwoodfamilyfarms.com/fall-harvest for all the details and to purchase tickets.

2026 ArtWalk Ventura on Saturday and Sunday, September 26-27

ArtWalk Ventura, returns on Saturday and Sunday, September 26 and 27, 2026. Hours are 10am to 5pm on Saturday and 11am to 4pm on Sunday.

More than 200 artists, dozens of venues, top local performers, poets and filmmakers will participate in ArtWalk Ventura.

This free, family-friendly celebration of the creative spirit will feature the work of area artists in local galleries, businesses, restaurants and on the grounds of Mission Park. The route starts on Main Street and goes along Ventura Avenue, encompassing the Vita Arts complex at Garden & Main and the Bell Arts Factory. In between are numerous galleries, businesses and restaurants featuring local artists and musicians. Maps and signage will guide visitors.

Two stages, one at the Albinger Archeological Museum across from Mission Park, and another at California and Main, will feature popular local bands, theater groups and dancers. A cinema festival and poetry readings will be held in the Knights of Columbus Hall.

Street painting, a children’s area, large art installations, performers from Santa Barbara's Solstice Parade, live painting and pottery demonstrations will also be featured.

To learn more, visit www.artwalkventura.org.

2026 Seaside Movie Nights at Ventura Harbor Village on August 22 and September 19

Save the date for Summer Seaside Movie Nights, August 22 and September 19, 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 22: Ferris Bueller’s Day Off - Preshow entertainment at 7pm. Movie begins at 7:45pm.

Saturday, September 19: Shrek - Preshow entertainment at 6:30pm. Movie begins at 7:15pm.

5th Annual Nathaniel's Hope Make 'm SMILE Party for Kids with Special Needs in Moorpark on Saturday, September 19, 2026

The 5th Annual Nathaniel’s Hope Make ‘m Smile event will take place on Saturday, September 19, 2026 from 10:30am to 2:30pm at The Teaching Zoo at Moorpark College. It is a celebration for kids and adults with all types of disabilities of all ages! This free event is filled with family entertainment, games, characters, animals, food, helpful resources from the community, and tons of smiles.

VIPs are individuals of all ages with any type of disability who have Value and Incredible Purpose. This is a day to celebrate life and the unique abilities of every VIP!

If you have a VIP or you know families who have kids or adults with special needs, invite them to join the fun!

Learn more and register at nathanielshope.org/our-programs/make-m-smile/socal

2026 Camarillo Community Band Summer Concerts in the Park on Thursdays, July 9 to July 30

The Camarillo Community Band's 2026 Summer Concert Series is planned at Constitution Park, Carmen Drive at Paseo Camarillo on July 9, 16, 23, and 30.

Performances start at 7:00pm (and end at approximately 8:30 pm). Free admission. Bring chairs, blankets and picnic dinners while enjoying the show. The band will be conducted by:

  • Bob Hackett, Music Director at Agoura High School (July 9). 

  • Zach Borquez, Oak Park High School director (July 16),

  • Tommy Militello, Agoura High School and Wright Middle School music director (July 23)

  • John McQuilkin, retired instrumental music teacher from Quartz Hill High School (July 30). 

Presented by the Pleasant Valley Recreation and Park District.

camarillocommunityband.com

2026 Hueneme Beach Festival Planned for July 11-12

The City of Port Hueneme presents the Hueneme Beach Festival the weekend of July 11-12, 2026. Hours are 10am to 8pm both days.

Event will feature live music on two stages, great food and drinks, children’s activities, carnival rides, vendors, , and more.

Hueneme Beach Park is located at 550 E. Surfside Dr., Port Hueneme. Free admission and parking. Learn more at huenemebeachfestival.org/1422/Hueneme-Beach-Festival

2026 Concerts at the Plaza at the Simi Valley Civic Center Plaza July 11 to September 5

Concerts at the Plaza is a free Saturday evening concert series at the Simi Civic Center Plaza on Tapo Canyon Road off the 118 in Simi Valley, in the Regal Cinema Plaza Food Court. Concerts run from 6-9pm. Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy the show.

2026 Lineup:

7/11: Soul Jukebox & The Funky Divas (Dance Soul)

7/18: Sonic Kiss (Duran Duran Tribute)

7/25: The Way (80s/90s Hits)

8/1: Pre-Existing Condition (Classic Rock) and Pretty Boy Floyd (Hollywood glam band - not a tribute band!

8/15: American Made (Toby Keith Tribute)

8/22: JACK’D (Dance Band)

9/5: Ticket to Ride (Beatles Tribute)

More info at www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576638880865

About Event Organizer, The East Coast Pizza Company

Located in the heart of Simi Valley’s Civic Center Plaza, The East Coast Pizza Company is a family-owned restaurant serving up authentic, handcrafted pies in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Proud supporter of local events and community connections.

2026 City of Ventura Fireworks Show on Friday, July 3rd

Ventura Rotary’s annual event at Ventura College will not be held in 2026, but will be back on July 4, 2027.

INSTEAD, the City of Ventura is hosting a free community fireworks show on Friday, July 3, 2026 in Downtown Ventura. The fireworks will be launched from the top of the parking garage on Santa Clara Street, with viewing throughout downtown, including Plaza Park. There will be live music from 7-9PM, with fireworks starting at 9PM.

Ventura Rotary is sponsoring the musical simulcast for the fireworks show on KBBY 95.1 or www.951KBBY.com.

Learn more at www.cityofventura.ca.gov/2791/250-Anniversary-Events

2026 Rock the Collection Summer and Fall Concert Series in Oxnard in July, August, September

The Collection at Riverpark in Oxnard is hosting its Rock the Collection Free Concert Series this year on designated Thursday nights, 6:30-8PM at Collection Park. The series will feature everyone’s favorite rock and pop classics performed by popular tribute bands.

Save the dates:

  • July 29: The K-Tel All Stars (70s Tribute)

  • August 12: DSB (Journey Tribute)

  • August 26: Twisted Gypsy (Fleetwood Mac Tribute)

  • September 9: That’s What I Like (Bruno Mars Tribute)

Updates at https://thecollectionrp.com/portfolio/rock-the-collection-2026