Halloween Haunt in the Park in Oxnard on Saturday, October 26, 2024

On Saturday, October 26th, 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/509171358772047/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[]%7D

2024 Camarillo Christmas Parade and Santa's Village on Saturday, December 14th

Pleasant Valley Recreation & Park District presents the annual Camarillo Christmas Parade and Santa’s Village on Saturday, December 14, 2024

Bring the family to cheer on local bands, equestrian groups, floats, and Santa! The parade starts at Las Posas and Temple Ave. and ends at the Community Center. The parade begins at 10 a.m. and lasts 1 1/2 to 2 hours.

Check out Santa's Village! 10am- 2pm at the Community Center, 1605 Burnley St. There will be shopping, food trucks, live music, photos with Santa, and other free activities.

www.pvrpd.org/2024-12-14-camarillo-christmas-parade-santa-s-village

Celebrate Adolfo Camarillo's Birthday at the Camarillo Ranch on Sunday, October 27, 2024

The Camarillo Ranch Foundation will celebrate the City’s namesake’s birthday with a free birthday celebration that will be held from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 27, 2024. The birthday celebration is a tradition that honors Don Adolfo’s love for community.

The free event is open to the public and will feature:

• The famous Camarillo White Horses

• Performances by Mariachi Camarillo and Ballet Folklorico Mexico

• Docent guided tours of Adolfo Camarillo’s 1892 Queen Anne Victorian Mansion

• Interactive crafts and games for children

• Free cake to guests (as supplies last)

• Food truck and Mister Softee Ice Cream truck will be on hand.

camarilloranchfoundation.com/event/adolfo-camarillos-birthday-celebration

Located at 201 Camarillo Ranch Rd., Camarillo.

38th Annual California Avocado Festival in Carpinteria, October 5-6, 2024

The 38th Annual California Avocado Festival takes place October 5 and 6, 2024. Festival hours 10am to 10pm Saturday and 10am to 6pm Sunday.

One of the largest free festivals in California with over 60 music acts on three stages.

The AvoEXPO TENT is home to Avocado agricultural photos, historical photos, lessons in avocado grafting, FFA restored antique tractors, and the Largest Avocado Contest.

The FOOD VENUE will have plenty of avocado dishes so come hungry, and enjoy some avocado creations!!!

There will also be merchant booths with local vendors, a ferris wheel, guacamole contest and much more.

The events are located in downtown Carpinteria on Linden Avenue

Visit www.avofest.com for more information.

Camarillo Police Department "Trunk or Treat" Event on Monday, October 28, 2024

The Camarillo Police Department announces its second annual Trunk or Treat event for Halloween at the Camarillo Police Station. This year’s event will be held on Monday, 10/28/2024, from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM.

Several community partners will adorn their cars in Halloween decorations and pass out candy to kids as they walk by. This is a free, family friendly event that is appropriate for all ages.

First responders will be present to hand out candy and stickers. There will be several police resources and vehicles on display including an armored vehicle, police car, police motorcycle, sheriff’s K9, sheriff’s off-road vehicle, an ambulance and a Ventura County Fire Engine.

local.nixle.com/alert/11246611

20th Annual Reyes Adobe Days Festival in Agoura Hills October 4-6, 2024

The City of Agoura Hills presents the 20th Annual Reyes Adobe Days October 4-6, 2024 at Reyes Adobe Park & Historical Site, 30400 Rainbow Crest Drive, Agoura Hills.

The event lineup includes:

RAD Seniors Fiesta on Thursday, September 26 from 11am to 1pm at the Agoura Hills Recreation and Event Center. $15 Register at www.reyesadobedays.org/blank-5 (SOLD OUT)

Night at the Adobe (21+ event) on Friday, October 4 from 6-9pm at the Reyes Adobe, featuring artisan vendors, beer and wine, hors d’oeuvres, live music and site tours. Tickets $15 pre-sale, $20 at the door (includes 1 drink and food). www.reyesadobedays.org/blank-1

Reyes Adobe Days Festival on Saturday/Sunday, October 5-6 from 11am to 4pm to feature artisan vendors, beer and wine, children’s activities and entertainment, food trucks, live music and site tours. Entertainment lineup:

• Sat, Oct 5: 11:15am-12:45pm Brandon Ragan Project, 12:45pm-1:45pm Interactive Drum Circle, 2:30-4pm Coffis Brothers

• Sun, Oct 6: 11-11:45am Kids Imagine Nation, 12-1:30pm Tokens (60s Hits), 2:30-4pm Wanted: Tribute to Bon Jovi

Reyes Adobe Days Parade on Saturday, October 5 at 10am. The parade begins at the intersection of Reyes Adobe Road and Lake Lindero Road and ends at the Reyes Adobe Historical Site & Park. This year’s Grand Marshall will be actor Jerry O’Connell.

Reyes Adobe Days RAD 5K is on Saturday, October 5. CLICK HERE

Reyes Adobe Days Ride: Register to bike 4 miles, 40 miles, or 40 kilometers. All levels are encouraged. Rides begin at 9 a.m. on Sunday, October 6. www.bikereg.com/rad-ride-2024

More info at www.reyesadobedays.org.

Downtown Ventura Costume Contest and Trick-or-Treating on Saturday, October 26, 2024

Downtown Ventura’s Costume Contest & Trick-or-Treating is planned for Saturday, October 26, 2024 from 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm on Main Street in Downtown Ventura. Free event to include a costume contest (with prizes) at 3pm on the Main Street Stage followed by trick-or-treating at downtown businesses on Main Street starting at 4pm.

downtownventura.org/event/downtown-ventura-spooktacular-costume-contest-trick-or-treating

2024 Port of Hueneme Banana Festival Planned for Saturday, September 28th

The 11th Annual Port of Hueneme Banana Festival will be back on Saturday, September 28, 2024 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Come celebrate our diverse working port and explore its amazing contribution to our community focusing on one of its primary imports….bananas. Enjoy a family-focused day with music, food, entertainers, vendors, arts and crafts, kids activities, and banana-themed attractions.

The festival is located at 105 E. Port Hueneme Road. Free admission and parking at the beach lots.

For festival information, visit www.BananaPortFest.com.

33rd Annual Central Coast British Car Club Show at Channel Islands Harbor on September 22, 2024

More than 120 British cars from the 1930s and up will be on display during the 33rd Annual Central Coast British Car Club Show to be held from 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, September 22, 2024 at Harbor View Park, Channel Islands Harbor, 3600 Harbor Blvd, Oxnard. There will also be food trucks, vendors, DJ and a raffle.

For more information, visit centralcoastbritishcarclub.com.

End of Summer Carnival and Live Music at the Simi Valley Town Center September 6-8, 2024

The Simi Valley Town Center is hosting a carnival and live concerts the weekend of September 6-8, 2024. Carnival hours 5-10pm on Friday, September 6th, 5-11pm on Saturday, September 7th and 4-10pm on Sunday, September 8th. (SAT/SUN HOURS UPDATED DUE TO THE HEATWAVE.)

Concerts to include:

• September 6th @6pm: Justin Honsinger

• September 7th @6pm: Ticket to Ride (Beatles tribute band)

simivalleytowncenter.com/user/event-detail/237