2024 Annual Community Holiday Dinner in Thousand Oaks on December 25th

Local community members in need are invited to join Temple Adat Elohim in the congregation’s festively decorated social hall, located at 2420 E. Hillcrest Drive, Thousand Oaks, for a delicious hot turkey meal with all the fixings. Guests will also enjoy listening to holiday music. Gifts will be available for children.

The Annual Community Holiday Dinner takes place on Wednesday, December 25, 2024, from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM at 2420 E. Hillcrest Dr., Thousand Oaks. Event is free and open to everyone - nonsectarian - all are welcome.

More information at www.adatelohim.org/connect/social-action/holiday-dinner.

3rd Annual Holidays in the Village, A European Marketplace in Thousand Oaks on Saturday, December 7, 2024

The 3rd Annual Holidays in the Village, A European Marketplace, which celebrates the warmth and joy of the holiday season--all with a European flair, will take place Saturday, December 7 from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at The Oaks parking lot (W. Wilbur Rd. and W. Thousand Oaks Blvd.) in Thousand Oaks. Visitors can shop for unique holiday gifts from 60 vendors in a festive, family atmosphere. The Marketplace features traditional European foods and beverages including bratwurst, soft pretzels, Aebleskiver and other pastries, warm mulled wine, apple cider and hot cocoa. A Kris Kringle children's village with Kris Kringle himself includes face-painting, Art Trek specialty crafts, a holiday train and a teddy bear scavenger hunt sponsored by the Southeast Ventura County YMCA. Carolers and live music will entertain visitors throughout the day. Admission and parking are free. The Marketplace is hosted by the two Rotary Clubs of Westlake Village. Proceeds support local nonprofits.

For more information, visit www.HolidaysInTheVillage.org or email info@holidaysinthevillage.org.

2024 "Wild Lights" at The Teaching Zoo at Moorpark College Nov 22 to Dec 23

The Teaching Zoo at Moorpark College shines bright this holiday season during the “Wild Lights” holiday glow event. Take a self-guided 45 minute stroll throughout the zoo that will be filled with dynamic lights, immersive interactive experiences, photo opps and seasonal enchantment.

Dates: November 22, 23, 27, 29, 30 and December 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 22, 23

Times: 6pm to 8:30pm - Last entry is at 7:45pm

This is a rain or shine event. This is not an animal-centered event; some animals will enjoy the lights, while others will be asleep.

Pricing: Adult (13+) $15, Children (3-12) $12, Seniors $12 Members $10. Children 2 and under are free.

The Teaching Zoo at Moorpark College is located at 7075 Campus Road, Moorpark.

Learn more and purchase tickets at zoo.moorparkcollege.edu/holiday-lights.

Winter Wonderland & Holiday Marketplace at Ventura Harbor Village on Saturday, December 21, 2024

Winter Wonderland and Holiday Marketplace planned at Ventura Harbor Village from noon to 4pm on Saturday, December 21, 2024. Festivities include faux snowfall, a variety of live musicians, holiday characters, Santa & Mrs. Claus, live reindeer, face painting, crafts and more. 

www.venturaharborvillage.com/event/winter-wonderland-and-holiday-marketplace-2024

Annual Tree Lighting Celebration at The Collection at RiverPark on Wednesday, November 20, 2024

The Collection at RiverPark in Oxnard is hosting its annual Tree Lighting Celebration on Wednesday, November 20, 2024 from 7-8PM. The Collection's 40 foot holiday tree is a beautiful sight!

Event to include live music, dance performance and an appearance by Santa, followed by the tree lighting and spectacular fireworks show around 8PM.

(Weather permitting. Inclement weather, such as strong winds or heavy rain, could postpone or cancel the event.)

More info at thecollectionrp.com/directory/tree-lighting-celebration

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

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.

58th Annual Holiday Parade of Lights at Channel Islands Harbor on December 14, 2024

Channel Islands Harbor kicks off the holidays with its 58th Annual Holiday Parade of Lights beginning at 7pm on Saturday, December 14, 2024. This year’s theme is “Sleigh Bells & Spurs: A Rockin’ Rodeo Boat Parade.”

Festivities at the Harbor begin at noon at Harbor View Park just south Marine Emporium Landing (3600 Harbor Boulevard Oxnard). Take your family and enjoy a variety of food options, a holiday artists’ market, live music, and children’s activities. Santa will be there to take pictures, free of charge, with your children from noon to 4 p.m.

For more information, visit www.channelislandsharbor.org/events.

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

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

Jingle Bell Jump at Janss Marketplace Thousand Oaks on Friday, November 29, 2024

Santa Claus will jump from the sky for a spectacular parachute landing at Janss Marketplace at noon on Friday, November 29, 2024.

Santa’s targeted landing location is in front of Sharky's, facing Moorpark Road. There is plenty of parking in the parking garage accessible from Hillcrest Drive or Brazil. The best viewing area is around the main fountain, near Buca di Beppo and Sharky's.

The free holiday celebration continues until 3 p.m. with face painters, magic show, kids’ crafts, story time with Mrs. Claus, live seasonal music, and photos with Santa.

https://janssmarketplace.com/events/jingle-bell-jump-2

Holiday Roundup at the Leonis Adobe in Calabasas on Saturday, December 7, 2024

Holiday Roundup at the Leonis Adobe will take place on Saturday, December 7, 2024 from 1-4PM. Located at 23537 Calabasas Road, Calabasas. Enjoy meeting the farm animals, partake in holiday crafts, enjoy holiday music, take photos with Santa, and more. Admission is $8. Under two free. www.leonisadobemuseum.org