Events in and around Ventura County and surrounding areas, including Thousand Oaks, Westlake Village, Newbury Park, Agoura Hills, Calabasas, Malibu, Simi Valley, Moorpark, Somis, Fillmore, Santa Paula, Ojai, Camarillo, Ventura, Oxnard, Santa Barbara and Port Hueneme.
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The Channel Islands Harbor 4th of July Family Parade is back on Thursday, July 4, 2024! The parade begins at 10:30 a.m. at Albacore Way, travels north up Harbor Blvd. and ends at Cabezone Circle, home to Marine Emporium Landing. You must have a 4th of July Children’s Parade form filled out and submitted prior to participating. More information at www.channelislandsharbor.org/event/4th-of-july-family-parade-2024.
The City of Calabasas will not be hosting 4th of July fireworks in 2024 due to construction at the school.
OTHER 4TH OF JULY ACTIVITIES
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.
Summer Splash Party at the Tennis & Swim Center, 2300 Park Sorrento, on July 4th from noon–5:30 pm. Spend the day poolside. BBQ for sale at site. There will be games, prizes, music and more. Admission $5. Ages 2 and under free.
More information at www.cityofcalabasas.com/government/community-services-parks-recreation/special-events
The public is invited to the best FREE Conejo Valley July 4th community celebration and fireworks viewing at Janss Marketplace. The event, which begins at 5 p.m., features live music, children’s entertainment, and food booths. The patriotic holiday celebration finale fireworks at 9 p.m. are presented by Conejo Recreation and Park District and City of Thousand Oaks.
Entry is free to the July 4th event activities and fireworks viewing area on the rooftop at Janss Marketplace, located at 275 North Moorpark Road East in Thousand Oaks. Bring folding chairs and arrive early to ensure access to the shopping center’s rooftop event area.
THREE NEW TICKET OPTIONS THIS YEAR in addition to free general admission:
Free Admission (as in prior years) - wristband and rooftop access at 5pm; wristband pickup at fountain area
$10 Early Bird Access - wristband access at 3pm at the fountain area, 4pm access to rooftop deck, kids four and under are free
$30 Reserved Ticket - wristband access at 3pm in the fountain area, 4pm access to rooftop deck, $10 food voucher per ticket at participating restaurants, access to reserved area, high-top tables, space for lawn chairs and blankets; kids 4 and under free
$120 Reserved Bundle Four-Pack + Parking - receive 4 wristbands, pickup at 3pm, access to rooftop at 4pm, 4 $10 food vouchers, reserved parking on Level 3 of parking garage, access to reserved area, high-top tables, space for lawn chairs and blankets; kids 4 and under free
Visit janssmarketplace.com/events/4th-of-july-fireworks-spectacular to RSVP
The Rotary Club of Santa Paula Rotary is sponsoring this year’s first ever Fourth of July drone show in partnership with the City of Santa Paula. This innovative and environmentally conscious alternative will allow the community to celebrate this Fourth of July holiday with a spectacular visual experience with increased safety for both people and animals, since drones do not produce loud noises that can distress pets and wildlife. It will also reduce the risk of accidents and fire hazards providing a safer celebration for everyone.
The drone show, featuring 150 drones, promises to illuminate the sky with 12 to 15 minutes of stunning displays synchronized to music and will take place at Harding Park (1300 E. Harvard Blvd) between 9pm and 9:30pm on July 4th; however, spectators are welcome to start entering the fields around 5pm for an evening packed with family fun including lawn games, a jolly jump, a wagon train, delicious food trucks and unique vendors. Parking is limited to street options, so plan please ahead. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy the show from our three grassy viewing areas. www.spcity.org
The Thanksgiving Day 5K takes place at Rancho Simi Community Park, 1765 Royal Avenue, Simi Valley on Thursday, November 28, 2024.
Run along the Arroyo bike path, lined with beautiful trees for shade through the center of Simi Valley and along the Arroyo Creek. Aid stations every 1.5 miles. Race starts at 8am. This is a rain or shine event.
Visit www.ThanksgivingDay5k.com to learn more and sign up.
The Sespe Creek 4th of July Car Show will take place in downtown Fillmore on Thursday, July 4, 2024 from 9 am to 4 pm.
In addition to cars, numerous food booths, craft vendors and local organizations will be on hand to share their goods and services with the community. More details at sespecreekevents.org.
America's 248th birthday is Thursday, July 4, 2024, but the Stagecoach Inn invites you to a fun celebration with children’s old-time games, crafts, music, prizes and more on Wednesday, July 3rd from 1 to 4PM in celebration of Independence Day and the historical opening of the Grand Union Hotel (aka Stagecoach Inn) in July 1876!
Enjoy free ice cream (while supplies last), craft making and live music while cooling your heels exploring the museum complex both indoors and out.
Visit Timber School and recite the Pledge of Allegiance with children rewarded with a prize, and then follow the dusty trail to Pioneer House and children who can identify one or more traditional 4th of July foods will also win something to take home.
Costumed docents will be demonstrating tools, machinery, gadgets and various “modern conveniences” that households and businesses enjoyed in the mid-late 1800’s and early 1900’s. Some of the items that may be demonstrated include a sausage stuffer, butter churner, miniature sewing machine for travel, iron and laundry equipment, woodworking tools and working blacksmith forge.
“Can you Spot” items will be placed around the property for the kids to find!
Experience what life was like in the early days of the Conejo Valley. Several exhibits are augmented with QR code signage, offering “Virtual Tour” video enhancements via your smart phone.
The Stagecoach Inn Museum welcomes visitors on Wednesdays & Saturdays from 1:00-4:00 pm. Regular admission is $10 per person; $5 for children 5 to 12, children under 5 and Conejo Valley Historical Society Members (with Membership card) are free.
Central Coast Electric Boats and Channel Islands Yacht Club present their annual 4th of July Electric Boat Parade around the east and west channels of Channel Islands Harbor on Thursday, July 4, 2024 at 2PM. Sponsored by Central Coast Electric Boats and the Channel Islands Yacht Club. centralcoastelectricboats.com
Ventura Rotary is hosting the annual Fireworks Show and Family Picnic on Thursday, July 4th at the beautiful Ventura College athletic fields.
Gates open at 5 pm with a spectacular fireworks show at 9 pm. The evening also includes live music, food trucks, and a Kids Fun Zone with bounce houses, inflatable attractions and organized games.
Tickets $10 for ages 13+, $5 ages 4-12. Tickets can also be purchased in advance online or at the gate. $30 for a family of four (pre-sale only).
Visit venturafireworks.com for updates and for the link to purchase tickets in advance.
Guests may bring a picnic, including food, coolers, non alcoholic drinks (in plastic or aluminum), blankets and soft folding chairs. Small umbrellas are allowed, however pop-ups and large umbrellas are not allowed. Please, no pets and no BBQs/stoves.
The City of Camarillo proudly presents the annual Fourth of July Fireworks Show hosted at the Camarillo Premium Outlet parking lots. This FREE community event is open to the public and provides a safe and fun filled evening to enjoy the fireworks display from the comfort of your vehicle. The show is set to promptly begin at 9:00 p.m.
Fireworks are best viewed from the Camarillo Premium Outlet parking lots and immediate surrounding areas. Tune in live to FM radio station 95.1 KBBY to listen to the fireworks soundtrack while you watch the show.
Please note the following:
Plan to arrive early to park. Spaces are first-come, first-serve, and cannot be reserved.
Road closures will go into effect at 8:45 p.m. with no vehicle entry access to the parking lots after that time.
This is a smoke-free event, and no alcohol or illegal substances is permitted under any circumstance.
For your safety and protection, please refrain from bringing large picnic setups.
ILLEGAL FIREWORKS
Personal fireworks are prohibited at the event & illegal throughout the City. To report the use of illegal fireworks in Camarillo, call the Camarillo Police Department Non-Emergency Line at (805) 654-9511.
Updates at www.cityofcamarillo.org/fireworks.
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