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

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

13th Annual Taste of Conejo Event in Westlake Village on Thursday, October 24, 2024

The thirteenth annual Taste of Conejo, presented by the Greater Conejo Valley Chamber of Commerce, returns on Thursday, October 24th from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. (VIP Hour: 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. (General Admission: 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm), at the Hyatt Regency Westlake.

Food and wine enthusiasts will enjoy an all-inclusive evening of exceptional food, wine, beer and spirit tastings from a wide range of local restaurants, breweries and wineries. New local establishments “tasting” at the event this year include: Crawford’s Social, Baxter Ridge Vineyards, Selvin’s Restaurant & Lounge, Fogo de Chao and Café Ficelle.

After guests have their wine glass in hand, they will be greeted with a step-n-repeat selfie photo booth, custom wine glass engraving and interactive entertainment in Hyatt’s Grand Plaza Ballroom. 

Tasting participants scheduled to date include: Aramark Refreshments Specialty Barista Coffees, atost Aperitif, Baxter Ridge Vineyards, Boisset Collection Wines, Café Ficelle, California Fish Grill, Crawford’s Social, Dusty Nabor Wines, El Sancho Loco Cantina, Ficelle Artisan Bakers, Fogo de Chao, Fork and Thyme Catering, Giessinger Winery and Cidery, grabbagreen, Harvest Kitchen & Bar, Heaven’s Hill Estate Vineyard, Hyatt Regency Westlake, Kaufman Wine, Lion’s Peak Winery and Tasting Room, M on High Restaurant, Made In Italy, Magnavino Cellars, Mizel Estate Wines, Mouthful Eatery, Nectar of the Dogs Wins, Neighborly, Newberry Candy, Opolo Wines, Pinstripes, Selvin’s Restaurant & Lounge, Shake Shack, Smokin Steve's BBQ Catering, Sub Zero Nitrogen Ice Cream, Sunland Vintage Winery Tasting Room,  Tarantula Hill Brewing Company, Ubatuba Acai and more.

Tickets are available online at TasteofConejo.com through October 24th.  Tickets for Chamber Members:  General Admission - $50 per person and VIP tickets - $75 per person (VIP ticket includes complimentary valet parking and 1-hour early entry into the event from 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 pm). Tickets for Non-Members: General Admission - $75 per person and VIP tickets - $100 per person (VIP ticket includes complimentary valet parking and 1-hour early entry into the event from 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 pm). Only guests over the age of 21 will be allowed admittance.

10th Annual Camarillo Old Town Wine Walk on Saturday, October 5, 2024

Sign up for the 10th Annual Camarillo Old Town Wine Walk from 1-4pm on Saturday, October 5, 2024. Experience the charm of over 20 local businesses lining Ventura Blvd, offering live music and tastings from our region's finest wineries and craft breweries. Advance purchase tickets are $55 ($65 at the event, subject to availability), or $75 for the VIP option. Sign up at www.camarillooldtown.org/10th-annual-wine-walk.

Attendees must be 21 years or older and show valid identification at Check-In and throughout the walk at the discretion of participating locations.

All proceeds benefit the Camarillo Old Town Association. This event along with the Wine Walk, Camarillo Old Town Glow and Heritage Days proceeds go to fund family friendly events held in the Camarillo Old Town area to benefit our community and support the small local retailers.

Simi Valley Oktoberfest Event on Saturday, October 5, 2024

The Rotary Club of Simi Sunrise presents the Simi Valley Oktoberfest event on Saturday, October 5, 2024 from noon to 5pm. Located at Lemon Park (Rancho Tapo Community Park), 3700 Avenida Simi. Tickets prices are $40 general admission and $100 for the VIP experience. Ages 21+ only. Admission includes access to the beer tent, Oktoberfest music and concert viewing area, food trucks and more. All your beer is included with your ticket.

Learn more and get your tickets at simioktoberfest.com.

2024 Pier Under the Stars Food & Wine Tasting Benefit in Ventura on October 5th

Since its original construction in 1872, the Ventura Pier has stood as a symbol of the region's rich history and natural resources. Once the cornerstone of Ventura County's agricultural, construction and oil trade, today the Ventura Pier is a favorite attraction for fishing, picnics, sunset strolls and beautiful views of Ventura County's coastline and the Channel Islands.

In 1993 a dedicated group of community leaders created Pier into the Future, a non-profit organization, to establish a $1 million endowment fund to preserve and maintain the Ventura Pier for future generations to enjoy. This committed group is continually seeking volunteers to help Pier into the Future reach its goal through community outreach efforts at events such as the Ventura County Fair, the City of Ventura's Street Fairs and the ever-popular food and wine tasting event Pier Under the Stars, a gathering of restaurants, wineries, and breweries all in support of Ventura's treasured Pier. Festivities will be held on Saturday, October 5, 2024 from 4:30-7pm at the Ventura Promenade overlooking the beautiful Pacific Ocean and Ventura Pier. 21+ only.

Visit www.pierintothefuture.org to learn more and purchase tickets.

22nd Annual Margarita MixOff & More in Thousand Oaks on Thursday, September 26, 2024

The 22nd Annual Margarita MixOff and More presented by Soroptimist International of the Conejo is planned for Thursday, September 26, 2024 at The Gardens at Los Robles Greens in Thousand Oaks from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.  Tickets are $50 in advance and $60 at the event. Admission gets you tickets to taste margaritas and appetizers. Beer, wine and soft drinks included. Ages 21+ only.

Soroptimist International of the Conejo is a non-profit 501(c)(3) volunteer organization that raises funds to help provide services for women and girls in the Conejo Valley and around the world.  The Soroptimist mission is “improving the lives of women and girls in the local community and throughout the world enabling them to take control of their lives and live their dreams.”

Visit www.siconejo.org for more information or to purchase tickets directly at www.siconejo.org/margarita-mixoff-is-back.

Los Robles Greens is located at 299 South Moorpark Road, Thousand Oaks.

23rd Annual Thousand Oaks Rotary Wine & Beer Festival on Sunday, August 25, 2024

The Thousand Oaks Rotary Foundation will celebrate the 23rd Annual Thousand Oaks Rotary Wine & Beer Festival on Sunday, August 25, 2024, from 1-4PM at the Westlake Yacht Club, 32119 Lindero Canyon Road, Westlake Village. Since its inception, the event, for adults ages 21 and up, has raised over $575,000 to benefit the Ventura County Special Olympics and the Thousand Oaks Rotary Foundation which supports many local charities and provides student educational scholarships.

Purchase advance sale event tickets for the special price of $95 per person! ($125 at the door). Go to www.ThousandOaksRotaryWineFestival.com.

Sample acclaimed California limited-production handcrafted wines, microbrews and hors d’oeuvres while perusing fabulous auction items donated by local businesses and residents. Meet Special Olympics athletes.

Special Olympics Ventura County offers free year-round sports training and athletic competition to over 700 children and adults with intellectual disabilities in 10 Olympic style sports at over 20 county sites.

The Thousand Oaks Rotary Foundation has been a major supporter of the Special Olympics and has enabled over 10,000 athletes to compete. The club also donates more than $175,000 each year to many local and international charities to foster social, cultural, economic, and environmental progress.

2024 Tequila & Taco Music Festival in Ventura on Saturday, July 13th

The Tequila & Taco Music Festival is planned for Saturday, July 13, 2024 from 1-9PM at the Ventura County Fairgrounds. Get delicious Mexican cuisine from some of the best local food vendors and trucks, try tequila samples from more than 20 top-shelf tequila brands, sip on ice-cold margaritas beachside, and enjoy live performances by Ozomatli, the Ying Yang Twins, Outlaw Mariachi, and more. Tickets are on sale now at: www.tequilaandtacomusicfestival.com

Conejo Food & Wine Festival in Thousand Oaks on Sunday, June 23, 2024

The Conejo Food & Wine Fest is planned for Sunday, June 23, 2024 from 1:30-5:30pm on the grounds of St. Paschal Baylon School, 155 East Janss Road, Thousand Oaks. Open to everyone 21 years and older! Enjoy gourmet food from local restaurants and the finest selections from participating wineries.

Visit www.conejofoodandwine.com to learn more and to purchase tickets.

Charity partners are Food Share of Ventura County and Many Mansions.

37th Annual A Taste of Camarillo Wine, Brew and Food Festival on July 28, 2024

A Taste of Camarillo - Wine, Brew & Food Festival will take place on Sunday, July 28, 2024 at the Camarillo Ranch, 201 Camarillo Ranch Road, Camarillo, from noon to 4:30 pm.

This is perhaps the longest running wine, brew and food festival in Ventura County. Guests spend an afternoon sampling fine wines, craft beers and gourmet foods on the grounds of the historic Camarillo Ranch. Sample fine and wines and local restaurants, live music and dancing, boutique shopping and more. 21+ only event. No children or pets allowed.

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit tasteofcamarillo.com.