Community Chanukah Festival in Moorpark on Sunday, December 10, 2023

The Chabad of Moorpark Jewish Center invites the community to celebrate the Festival of Lights at its annual Chanukah Festival on Sunday, December 10, 2023 from 4:30-6PM at the Mission Bell Plaza, 455 Los Angeles Avenue (near Michael D’s and Auto Zone).

Event to include a glowing menorah, free hot latkes and donuts, music, crafts and games, entertainment, including comedy illusionist Rob Rasner, hot coffee and drinks and more. Event is free of charge.

For more information, visit www.JewishMoorpark.com or call 805-CHABAD-2 (242-2232)

Additional event on the 14th. RSVP at dlh@JewishMoorpark.com

Chanukah Celebration and Chocolate Gelt Menorah Lighting in Camarillo on Thursday, December 7, 2023

Chabad of Camarillo hosts its annual Chanukah Celebration on Thursday, December 7, 2023 from 5:30-7:30PM at Constitution Park in Camarillo. Free admission. RSVP at chabadcamarillo/chanukah. Event to include a lighting of the menorah, free donuts and latkes, music, Chanukah gelt for the kids and more.

Chanukah Celebration in Newbury Park on Thursday, December 7, 2023

Chabad of Newbury Park's annual Chanukah Celebration with the theme "Unite to Light-Am Yisrael Chai" will take place Thursday, December 7th, at the Village at Dos Vientos, 350 Via Las Brisas, Newbury Park, from 5:30- 7:00 p.m.

Giant graffiti Menorah Lighting, live musical performance, latkes and donuts, Chanukah crafts, and the great Gelt drop. Free admission, all are welcome. For more information, visit chabadnewburypark.org

Jingle Bell Jump at Janss Marketplace Thousand Oaks on Friday, November 24, 2023

Santa Claus will jump from the sky for a spectacular parachute landing at Janss Marketplace at noon on Friday, November 24, 2023.

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.

Visit Santa for a Free Photo. November 24-26, 1-4 pm only!

Get a free 4”x6” printed photo of your visit with Santa when you present $25 in Janss Marketplace store receipts* or three packaged food items for Food Share Ventura County. Visits with Santa are Free. Santa’s Village is near Buca di Beppo and the Main Fountain.

*Receipts must be dated November 1-26, 2023 from Janss Marketplace stores.

janssmarketplace.com/events/jingle-bell-jump-santa-arrival

37th Annual Spring Art & Crafts Festival in Newbury Park on March 2, 2024

The Conejo Recreation & Park District is announcing the 37th Annual Art & Crafts Festival, taking place on March 2, 2024 at the Borchard Community Center, 190 Reino Road, Newbury Park. The free event runs from 10:00am to 4:00pm and will take place rain or shine.

More than 30 artisans and craft persons present their unique artistry at the event. 

For further information about becoming a vendor, call 805-381-2791 or email boc@crpd.org.

www.crpd.org/events/spring-art-crafts-festival

47th Annual Ventura Harbor Holiday Parade of Lights and Fireworks on December 15-16, 2023

Ventura Harbor celebrates the season with its 47th Annual Holiday Parade of Lights and Fireworks on Friday, December 15th and Saturday, December 16th, 2023, starting at 6:30 pm. This year's theme is “Hula Holiday.”

The two-day fun filled event includes a carnival, seaside shopping and dining followed by the lighted boat parade at 6:30 pm. Parking and admission are free. Fireworks at 8pm! (weather permitting)

Carnival rides on the Harbor Village main lawn available starting at 4 pm. Faux snowfall and LED performers on the Harbor Village promenade at 5:30 pm.

Visit venturaharborvillage.com for more information.

www.venturaharborvillage.com/event/ventura-harbor-parade-of-lights-2023/2023-12-15/

Floatfest: A Rose Parade Showcase in Pasadena January 1-2, 2024

Looking for something fun to do after the Rose Parade in Pasadena? Check out the Floatfest: A Rose Parade Showcase on Monday, January 1, 2024 from 1:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. (4 p.m. last entry) and Tuesday, January 2 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (4 p.m. last entry) to get an up close view of the beautiful floats appearing in the Rose Parade.

Senior citizens and disabled visitors welcome for an early viewing on January 2nd from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m.

Rose Parade floats are required to be completely covered by flowers or other natural materials, such as leaves, seeds or bark. You will enjoy seeing this incredible work up close and with your camera handy!

The Post Parade Showcase is extremely popular, so be sure to get there early!

Wear comfortable walking shoes! Viewing all the floats will require walking a distance of approximately 2.5 miles and will take at least two hours.

For more information and parking/shuttle options, visit tournamentofroses.com/events-calendar/floatfest.

Location: End of Parade route on Sierra Madre Blvd

Admission: $20 (free for ages 5 and under). Ticket sales end between 2:30-3PM daily. Buy tickets in advance at tickets.sharpseating.com/p/tickets/events/floatfest-a-rose-parade-showcase.

Christmas at the Ranch with Santa at the Camarillo Ranch House on December 5-6, 2023

The Camarillo Ranch presents its annual Christmas at the Ranch on December 5 and 6, 2023 - hours 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

4th Annual Camarillo Old Town Glow on Saturday, December 9, 2023

The 4th Annual Camarillo Old Town Glow is planned for Saturday, December 9, 2023 from 4-9pm. There will be a Holiday Village at the rear of Studio Channel Islands Art Center, 2222 Ventura Blvd. Gain entry with your Glow tickets. Enjoy snow fun, a train ride, light displays, holiday food and drink and more. Tickets are $10 in advance, $15 at the door. Children under 2 years old are free. Learn more and buy tickets at www.camarillooldtown.org/camarillo-old-town-glow.

Night in Bethlehem Event in Thousand Oaks on December 8 to 10, 2023

Night in Bethlehem is a live nativity event to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ at 1600 Erbes Road, Thousand Oaks on Friday, December 8th through Sunday, December 10th, 2023. Shows every 30 minutes from 5:45 PM to 8 PM.

The town is an outdoor interactive Town of Bethlehem to learn about the culture. The show is an outdoor live musical nativity. The reception is an indoor area with live music and refreshments.

Bring your friends and family to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. A free outdoor community event. Please bring canned food donations for Manna and Pantry Plus.

To learn more and reserve tickets, visit nightinbethlehem.org