2026 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular and Other Fun Events in Thousand Oaks

The 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular, coordinated by the Conejo Recreation and Park District, The City of Thousand Oaks and other local sponsors, takes place on the hill behind the Hillcrest Center of the Arts in Thousand Oaks. Fireworks start at 9 p.m., with a great view from Janss Marketplace and The Oaks mall parking lots and surrounding areas!  Patriotic music simulcast by KHAY 100.7 FM.

Other 4th of July activities in Thousand Oaks include the following:

Pancake Breakfast $5.00/person at Borchard Community Center, 190 Reino Road, Newbury Park, from 8:00-11:00am, Pancakes, sausage, coffee and orange juice will be served.

Home Run Derby
Borchard Community Park – Field #2 8-11am
Test your skill with a bat for only $5! Divisions: Men’s Open 16+, Women’s Open 16+, Men’s Masters 40+. Information/rules: 805-495-4674

Senior Home Run Derby - 9:00am-11:00am
Borchard Community Park – Field #1
Men’s and women’s divisions plus age group categories. $5/person. Information: 805-381-2744

Community Pools at CLU & NPHS

Open Swim Afternoon! - FREE Noon-4:00pm  
Free open swim at the Community Pool at CLU and the Newbury Park High School pool from noon to 4pm!

Concert in the Park at Conejo Community Park, 1175 Hendrix Avenue at 5pm - Features The New West Symphony

www.crpd.org/fourth

Easter Sunrise Service at Pierce Brothers Westlake Village on Sunday, April 5, 2026

Easter sunrise services are offered to the general public by Pierce Brothers Valley Oaks-Griffin Memorial Park on April 5, 2026 beginning at 6:00 a.m. The service takes place in the parking lot of the main building at 5600 Lindero Canyon Road in Westlake Village. This is a nondenominational service and is sponsored by the Conejo Valley Interfaith Association.

There will be live music, light refreshments, and a dove release.

The Easter Sunrise Service is free and open to the public. For more information and directions, call Pierce Brothers Valley Oaks Memorial Park at (818) 889-0902.

Donations will be collected to support the Manna Conejo Valley Food Bank. Contributions may be made in the form of non-perishable food items

www.dignitymemorial.com/funeral-homes/california/westlake-village/pierce-brothers-valley-oaks-griffin-memorial-park-mortuary-crematory/4800

Rancho Simi Earth Day and Arbor Day Event on Friday, April 24, 2026 in Simi Valley

Rancho Simi Recreation & Park District hosts an Earth Day event on Friday, April, 24, 2026 from 3:30-5:30pm at Atherwood Park, 2271 Alamo St, Simi Valley. Event to include park beautification planting, a take home flower project, vendors and other activities.

An Arbor Day event featuring a tree planting ceremony will take place that same day from 1-2pm at Citrus Grove Park, 2100 N. Marvel St.

More info at rsrpd.org/recreation/events/spring_(march_-_may)/earth_day.php

City of Port Hueneme Egg-Stravaganza on Saturday, March 28, 2026

The City of Port Hueneme Dept of Recreation & Community Services invites you to its Annual Spring Egg-Stravaganza at Bubbling Springs Park, 250 Bard Road, on Saturday, March 28, 2026 from 9:00am-11:00am. Check-in will begin at 8:30am. The egg hunt will begin promptly at 9:30am No reservations are needed, but you must check in upon arrival.

This event is FREE FOR AGES 0-12 YEARS OLD! There will also be other children’s activities, a petting zoo, and pictures with the Bunny! Cal 805-986-6542 with any questions.

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2026 Happy Face Music Festival in Simi Valley on Saturday, May 23rd

The 5th Annual Happy Face Music Festival in Simi Valley takes place on Saturday, May 23, 2026 from 10:30am to 7pm at Rancho Santa Susana Community Park, 5005 E. Los Angeles Avenue in Simi Valley.

A spectacular day of live music and entertainment in the community known for its famous happy face.

Grab your blankets and lawn chairs and get ready to bask in the sun, surrounded by breathtaking hilltop views at the Happy Face Festival in Simi Valley. Satisfy your hunger cravings with delicious eats from the area’s best food truck vendors and quench your thirst with a cold beverage in hand. Music lineup (as of March) includes Bee Gees Fever, The fABBA Show, Dog “N” Butterfly, and YachtSoul Groove.

General Admission: $25 (25% Early Discount Tickets)
VIP Admission: $125

Free for children 11 and under

Tickets at happyfacemusicfest.com.

This Memorial Day weekend concert is presented by The Rotary Club of Simi Sunrise - A charitable organization. 100% of festival proceeds benefit dozens of local charities and international causes.

2026 Ventura 4th of July Street Fair and Children's Pushem-Pullem Parade

The City of Ventura 4th of July Street Fair will be back on Saturday, July 4, 2026 along Main Street from Fir Street to Ventura Avenue as well as side streets Chestnut, Oak and California.

The street fair features over 100 arts and crafts booths, live entertainment, food trucks, a car exhibit, and family-friendly activities. Open 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. The event is free to the public.

The 48th Annual Children’s Pushem - Pullem Parade is at 10 a.m.  Assemble at Cemetery Park at Main and Crimea Streets at 9:30 a.m.  The parade proceeds down Main Street to Fir Street at 10 a.m.

www.cityofventura.ca.gov/1737/4th-of-July-Street-Fair-Pushem-Pullem-Pa

2026 Moorpark Field of Valor Event on Monday, May 25th

Moorpark Field of Valor Event

Memorial Day, Monday, May 25, 2026

Flag viewing 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.

Opening Ceremony 1 p.m.

Closing Ceremony 4 p.m.

Tierra Rejada Park

11900 Mountain Trail Street, Moorpark (located on the northeast corner of Tierra Rejada Rd. and Mountain Trail St., next to the Von’s shopping center)

FREE Admission

The Moorpark Field of Valor is a patriotic tribute honoring all Veterans and Active Duty Military personnel for their dedication and service to our nation, preserving our security, our independence, and our freedom. Flags will be proudly be displayed, each dedicated in honor of a friend or family member.

The proceeds from the Moorpark Morning Rotary’s Field of Valor event will go to various non-profit organizations that provide direct support to local veterans and the families of our deployed military.

A company or individual can sponsor or purchase flag(s) (3ft x 4ft) honoring a deceased veteran friend or family member.

The Moorpark Field of Valor event on Memorial Day will include color guards, bagpipes and a moving tribute to our community’s latest fallen hero. Throughout the event various guest speakers, concerts and singers will provide an exciting and magnificent tribute to our deceased veterans.

Bring the entire family along with your blanket, picnic basket, and personal tributes to this FREE event.

More information at moorparkmorningrotary.com/page/moorpark-field-of-valor

Flashlight Egg Hunt at Multiple Park Locations in Thousand Oaks on Friday, March 27, 2026

The Conejo Recreation and Park District Annual Flashlight Egg Hunt will take place at multiple neighborhood park locations in the Conejo Valley on Friday, March 27, 2026 from 6-9PM at:

• Old Meadows Park - 1600 Marview Drive, Thousand Oaks

• Borchard Community Park - 190 N. Reino Road, Newbury Park

• Conejo Community Park - 1175 Hendrix Avenue, Thousand Oaks

• Dos Vientos Community Park - 4801 Borchard Road, Newbury Park

• Thousand Oaks Community Park - 2525 N. Moorpark Road, Thousand Oaks

This event is FREE and open to all!

Children are invited to bring their flashlights and baskets as they search under the stars for eggs filled with fun prizes. Adding to the excitement, special golden ticket eggs will be hidden at each location for special prizes. New egg hunts will happen approximately every 20 minutes.

In addition to the thrilling egg hunts, families can enjoy food and dessert trucks, jolly jump bouncers, crafts, a special scavenger hunt, and a visit from the always-popular CRPD Rec Van, which will be at Borchard Community Center. If you have a Parker plushie, take it to any of the sites for a special Parker basket!

For more information, call 805-381-2791 or visit www.crpd.org/flashlight

Spring Spectacular at America's Teaching Zoo in Moorpark March 21-22, 28-29, 2026

Spring Spectacular is The Teaching Zoo at Moorpark College’s largest fundraising event of the year, with entertaining animal meet and greets all day.

Spring Spectacular 2026 will take place the weekends of March 21-22 and 28-29 from 10 am to 5 pm. Event to feature two new scripted shows, discovery stations, Rajah’s Retreat, Ira’s Kingdom, and more.

Admission is $12 for adults and $10 for kids and seniors. Ages 2 and under free of charge.

For directions and questions, visit zoo.moorparkcollege.edu/spring-spectacular. The Teaching Zoo at Moorpark College is located at 7075 Campus Road in Moorpark.

The Bunny Trail Junior Egg Hunt at De Anza Park in Calabasas on Saturday, March 28, 2026

The Bunny Trail Jr. Egg Hunt for kids 8 and under will take place on Saturday, March 28, 2026 from 9 am to noon at Juan Bautista de Anza Park, 3701 Lost Hills Road in Calabasas.

Travel the De Anza Park trail loop and stop to visit farm animals, hunt for eggs, enjoy craft activities and hop through a bunny obstacle course. Easter Bunny will be on hand for family photos.

Loop takes about 30 minutes. Maximum 15 children per time slot. Start times every 10 minutes from 9am to 11:50am.

$10.00 Per Child. Includes crafts, prizes and candy (stuffed toys available for children under 3)

No walk-ups on event day. Event usually sells out.

www.cityofcalabasas.com/government/community-services-parks-recreation/bunny-trail-junior-egg-hunt