13th Annual Autism Society of Ventura County Aut2Run Event on Sunday, April 27, 2025

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The Autism Society of Ventura County hosts its 12th Annual charity “Aut2Run!” race at California State University Channel Islands on Sunday, April 27, 2025.

The event features a 10K trail run, 5K Run/Walk, 15K "Hero Run" (10K and 5K combined), 1 mile walk/run and a Fun-K. Open to competitive runners, casual walkers, families & the community. Learn more and register at www.aut2run.org.

Proceeds benefit the Autism Society of Ventura County. ASVC is a local chapter of the national Autism Society, a 501c3 not-for-profit organization whose mission is to improve the lives of all affected by Autism. ASVC was founded in 1994 by local parents and educators to provide support groups, community events, information and resources to families and individuals on the Autism Spectrum.

Free Comic Book Day Planned for Saturday, May 3, 2025

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Free Comic Book Day takes place annually on the first Saturday in May, which is May 3, 2025 this year. On Free Comic Book Day, participating comic book stores around the world give away designated comic books to anyone visiting their stores.

Visit www.freecomicbookday.com to learn more. Participating stores in the local Ventura County area this year include:

Easter Eggstravaganza Event in Camarillo on Saturday, April 19, 2025

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Pleasant Valley Recreation and Park District presents its Easter Eggstravaganza event on Saturday, April 19, 2025 from 10am to 1pm at Community Center Park, 1605 E. Burnley Street, Camarillo.

Free event is open to the public, featuring crafts, Easter bunny visits, food trucks, live music, craft vendors and more.

www.pvrpd.org/2025-04-19-easter-eggstravaganza

Chanukah Celebration and Chocolate Gelt Menorah Lighting in Camarillo on Thursday, December 26, 2024

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Chabad of Camarillo hosts its annual Chanukah Celebration on Thursday, December 26, 2024 from 4-6PM at Constitution Park in Camarillo. Free admission. RSVP at chabadcamarillo/chanukah. Event to include a lighting of the menorah, free donuts and latkes, music, Chanukah gelt drop for the kids and more.

Chanukah Celebration at the Camarillo Premium Outlets on Monday, December 30, 2024

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Chabad of Camarillo invites you to its Chanukah Celebration on Wednesday, December 30, 2024, 6pm at the Camarillo Premium Outlets, near the Brooks Brothers store. Join the celebration for the lighting of the 10 foot menorah, hot latkes and donuts, dreidels, gelt. live music and raffles! Everyone is welcome. More info at chabadcamarillo.com or (805) 383-7882.

We Crawl This Town - So Cal 5K and Beer Mile Relay in Camarillo on August 23, 2025

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We Crawl This Town- So Cal 5k and Beer Mile Relay is planned for August 23, 2025 at 3841 Mission Oaks Boulevard, Camarillo at 8 a.m.

Starting with the widely popular beer send off toast (21+ runners only), you will embark on a fast and flat course starting and finishing from Institution Ale Company in Camarillo. Along the way you will run a significant portion of your race on the beautiful bike path over looking the Calleguas Creek before ultimately finishing back at the brewery and joining a beer sampling event and live music.

If running the 5K, be sure to stick around for the beer 1 mile relays where teams go head to head in a one of a kind race format.

Learn more and sign up at runsignup.com/Race/CA/Camarillo/WeCrawlthisTown

5th Annual Camarillo Old Town Glow Holiday Walk on Friday, December 6, 2024

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The 5th Annual Camarillo Old Town Glow Holiday Walk is Friday, December 6, 2024 from 5-9pm. Kick off the holiday season with a festive stroll through Old Town Camarillo! Start at one of our two convenient Check-In Locations, where you'll receive a map, wristband, glass for Holiday Drink Tastings, and 10 Giveaway Tickets.

As you explore the boulevard, enjoy Holiday Drink Tastings from local businesses and admire the dazzling decorations competing in our Holiday Lighting Contest—be sure to vote for your favorite!

Don’t forget to show off your festive spirit in our Ugly Christmas Sweater Contest, where you can compete for the title of Best Ugly Sweater! Plus, families can capture the magic with photos with Santa.

Throughout the evening, Christmas carolers will fill the air with holiday cheer, and you'll have the chance to win themed holiday giveaway baskets from participating businesses.

Tickets are $30 in advance for adults, $40 at the door. Children under 18 years old accompanied by a paid adult are free. Ticket price includes glass for drink tastings and 10 giveaway tickets. Learn more and buy tickets at www.camarillooldtown.org/camarillo-old-town-glow.

Christmas at the Ranch with Santa at the Camarillo Ranch House on December 3-4, 2024

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The Camarillo Ranch presents its annual Christmas at the Ranch on December 3 and 4, 2024 from 5-8pm.

Give your family the gift of a beautifully unique Christmas experience by visiting Camarillo’s very-own historic landmark, magically transformed for the holiday season. Join the Camarillo Ranch Foundation for a special historic home tour of Adolfo Camarillo’s 1892 Queen Anne Victorian Mansion plus the 1905 Red Barn transformed into Santa’s Workshop. Learn about Camarillo family Christmas traditions as you step back in time with visions of bygone eras.

This year’s event features:

  • Photos with Santa by a professional photographer ($20)

  • Tours of the holiday-dressed Camarillo Ranch House (free; donations appreciated)

  • Visit Santa’s Workshop in the Red Barn

  • Victorian carolers

  • Local craft vendors

  • Festive beverages and treats for purchase

camarilloranchfoundation.com/christmas-with-santa

2024 Holiday Art Market at Studio Channel Islands in Camarillo December 6-8

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Studio Channel Islands presents its annual Holiday Art Market on Friday through Sunday, December 6-8, 2024. Hours are 6-9pm Friday, 11am-5pm Saturday and noon to 4pm on Sunday. Enjoy unique gift shopping this holiday season for your family and friends while browsing through 40 professional artists’ studios and additional guest vendors. There will be free activities for kids, delicious food and treats available for purchase, and craft beer and wine. Free admission and plenty of free parking. Located at 2222 E. Ventura Blvd in Camarillo.

studiochannelislands.org/holiday-market