2024 Sounds of Conejo Marching Band Celebration at Thousand Oaks High School on Saturday, September 23rd

The 16th Annual Sounds of Conejo marching band field show exhibition will feature the performances of the Thousand Oaks, Simi Valley, Oxnard, Ventura, Buena, Oak Park, Moorpark, El Camino Real, Camarillo and Westlake high school marching bands. The event will be held at the Thousand Oaks High School Football Stadium on Saturday, September 28, 2024 at 7PM (gates open at 6PM).
 
The event will conclude with a grand finale, combining all high school marching bands playing together on one field, a sight you will not see at any other band show this season.

(Additionally, the Colina Middle School and Los Cerritos Middle School bands will combine to perform the national anthem.)
 
Tickets will be $20 for adults and $10 for student, seniors and military. Pay with cash or credit card at the field box office.
 
The Thousand Oaks High School Football Stadium is located at 2323 N. Moorpark Road.

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Inaugural Simi Valley Apricot Festival on Saturday, September 21, 2024

The Simi Valley Apricot Festival takes place at Strathearn Historical Park, 137 Strathearn Place, on Saturday, September 21, 2024. There will be entertainment, food, games, vendors, crafts, historical presentations, makers’ market, car show and a plant sale. Apricot infused drinks and food items will be available for purchase. Admission is only $5.00 (ages 4 and up). Children under 3 are free. Active and retired military with ID will receive free admission. Hours 11am to 5pm. Learn more at www.facebook.com/Strathearnpark.

27th Annual Oxnard Multicultural Festival on Saturday, October 5, 2024

The 27th Annual Oxnard Multicultural Festival is presented by the City of Oxnard's Community Relations Commission.

The festival is held annually on the first Saturday of October. The festival celebrates the rich cultural diversity of its residents and the city’s history. People of every culture come together to learn and discover their shared values in an atmosphere that honors all.

The festival offers a variety of performing groups, live music, food trucks, exhibitors, demonstrations and hands-on activities for the entire family. Admission is always free.   The 2024 event is Saturday, October 5th from 10am to 4pm at Plaza Park, 500 South C Street in Oxnard.

More information at www.oxnard.gov/event/multicultural-festival.

12th Annual Ventura County Farm Day on Saturday, November 2, 2024

More than 15 Ventura County farms, ranches and agricultural organizations will open their doors to the public to experience a day of free agricultural activities and tours during the 11th Annual Ventura County Farm Day, Saturday, November 2, 2024 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The day includes behind-the-scenes tours, tractor-with-trailer rides, tastings, giveaways and kid-friendly activities. Farm Day allows the public to meet local farmers who grow the food we eat.

Check the Farm Day Trail Map at venturacountyfarmday.com/map for the latest list of participants. Some locations require reservations.

The nonprofit 501(c)(3) Students for Eco-Education and Agriculture (SEEAG) organizes Ventura County Farm Day. SEEAG’s mission is to educate students and the greater community about the farm origins of our food and agriculture's contribution to our nutritional well-being. For more information about Ventura County Farm Day and a list of participating farms, visit www.VenturaCountyFarmDay.com, email seeag.education@seeag.org or call 805-892-8155.

Dia De Los Muertos Event at Conejo Mountain Memorial Park on Saturday, October 26, 2024

The 43rd Annual Dia De Los Muertos festival will take place on Saturday, October 26, 2024 from 10am to 5pm at the Conejo Mountain Funeral Home, Memorial Park and Crematory, 2052 Howard Road in Camarillo.

Free event will include face painting, build your own altar, art exhibit, local food and craft vendors, vintage car show, ceremonial procession, performances, drawings and more. www.conejomountain.com

2024 Halloween Carnival in Oak Park on Thursday, October 31st

The Rancho Simi Park District is hosting its annual Halloween Carnival on Thursday, October 31, 2024 from 3:30-6:30 pm at the Oak Park Community Center, 1000 N. Kanan Road. For ages 12 and under - inflatables, game booths, face painting, balloon artist, food and more.

Advance tickets are $5 for kids 2 to 12 (parents and children under 3 are free). Pre-registration ends October 30th at rsrpd.org. (Tickets should be available in October but call 818-865-9304 to confirm.) Tickets on the day of the event will be $10 per person.

More info at https://rsrpd.org/recreation/events/fall_(september_-_november)/op_halloween.php

Howl-O-Ween Event at Mission Oaks Dog Park in Camarillo on Saturday, October 26, 2024

Bring your dog in their scariest, funniest, most original costume – or even do matching costumes with your dog, to Howl-O-Ween at Mission Oaks Park, 5501 Mission Oaks Boulevard, Camarillo (in the off leash area) on Saturday, October 26, 2024 from 10am to 1pm. Free admission. No registration necessary. Dog costume contest, pet vendors, raffles and food trucks will be on hand (or paw).

Dogs are to be kept on a leash with a leash length not exceeding 6 feet. Owners must follow dog park rules and regulations.

Mission Oaks Dog Park is an off-leash dog park, but for special events such as Howl-O-Ween, leashes are required.

Dogs may be off-leash in the designated area to perform in the best trick contest and must be back on a leash immediately following their trick. 

www.pvrpd.org/2024-10-26-howl-o-ween

Halloween Events at Ventura Harbor Village in October 2024

Ventura Harbor Village at 1583 Spinnaker Drive in Ventura is hosting the following Halloween events and activities this October:

Howl-O-Ween Dog Costume Contest

Saturday, October 26, 2024

Enter the 12th Annual HOWL-O-WEEN Dog Costume Contest at Ventura Harbor Village on Saturday, October 26th at noon. Space is limited to the first 75 dogs. Pre-registration opens on Oct 19th. www.venturaharborvillage.com/event/howl-o-ween-dog-costume-contest-2024

Kids Seaside Trick or Treat 2024

Sunday, October 27, 2024 12PM-2PM

Dress up the kids and navigate through the waterfront village with over a dozen treat stops at participating Harbor boutiques and restaurants. There will also be face painting and fortune telling. Bring your own bag! www.venturaharborvillage.com/event/kids-seaside-trick-or-treat-2024

Thriller Zombie Dance 2024

Sunday, October 27, 2024 2:15-2:30PM

Watch zombies come to life in the iconic Thriller Zombie Dance, taking place around 2:15 PM on the Ventura Harbor Village’s Main Lawn. Sponsored by FitZone Ventura, this Halloween favorite is sure to delight die-hard Halloween fans. If you’d like to join the dance, visit www.venturaharborvillage.com/event/thriller-zombie-dance-2024 for updates.

2024 Hueneme Beach Festival Planned for September 7-8

The City of Port Hueneme presents the Hueneme Beach Festival the weekend of September 7-8, 2024. Hours are 11am to 7pm both days.

Event will feature live music on two stages, great food and drinks, children’s activities, carnival rides, vendors, the popular sand sculpture contest and more at Hueneme Beach Park, located at 550 E. Surfside Dr., Port Hueneme. Free admission and parking. Learn more at huenemebeachfestival.org.

2nd Annual Festival de los Muertos Event at Borchard Community Center in Newbury Park on Friday, November 1, 2024

Scene from inaugural event in 2023.

Conejo Recreation & Park District (CRPD) announces its 2nd Annual Festival de los Muertos event, a vibrant celebration of the cherished Mexican tradition, will be taking place on Friday, November 1, 2024, from 4-9PM at the Borchard Community Center, located at 190 N. Reino Rd, Newbury Park.

Enjoy crafts, live music, vendors, food vendors and more. The event will be open to the public, and admission is free. Families and individuals of all ages are encouraged to attend and join in the festivities.

For more information and event updates, visit www.crpd.org/muertos