Free Clinic of Simi Valley Fredrick Michael Gibson 5K/10K & Half Marathon Walk/Run on Sunday, October 13, 2024

The Free Clinic of Simi Valley, in partnership with Simi Valley Hospital, presents the Fredrick Michael Gibson 5K/10K & Half Marathon Walk/Run for Depression Awareness and Kids’ 1K Fun Run at Rancho Simi Community Park, 1765 Royal Avenue, Simi Valley (near the tennis courts at Erringer and Royal). Event will take place on Sunday, October 13, 2024 at 7 am (Half Marathon), 8:15 am (5K/10K) and 9:30 am (Kids’ Run).

Funds raised from this event will benefit the Free Clinic of Simi Valley's Counseling Programs. Everyday, the Free Clinic is saving lives, improving the health of the community, and reducing health care costs for residents of Simi Valley. The Clinic does this through preventing visits to hospital emergency departments, which are costly and provide no continuity of care.

Learn more and register at www.freeclinicsv.com/fmgrun.html.

2024 Ventura Rotary Fireworks Show and Family Picnic on Thursday, July 4th

Ventura Rotary is hosting the annual Fireworks Show and Family Picnic on Thursday, July 4th at the beautiful Ventura College athletic fields.

Gates open at 5 pm with a spectacular fireworks show at 9 pm. The evening also includes live music, food trucks, and a Kids Fun Zone with bounce houses, inflatable attractions and organized games.

Tickets $10 for ages 13+, $5 ages 4-12. Tickets can also be purchased in advance online or at the gate. $30 for a family of four (pre-sale only).

Visit venturafireworks.com for updates and for the link to purchase tickets in advance.

Guests may bring a picnic, including food, coolers, non alcoholic drinks (in plastic or aluminum), blankets and soft folding chairs. Small umbrellas are allowed, however pop-ups and large umbrellas are not allowed.  Please, no pets and no BBQs/stoves. 

2024 City of Camarillo 4th of July Fireworks at the Camarillo Premium Outlets

The City of Camarillo proudly presents the annual Fourth of July Fireworks Show hosted at the Camarillo Premium Outlet parking lots. This FREE community event is open to the public and provides a safe and fun filled evening to enjoy the fireworks display from the comfort of your vehicle. The show is set to promptly begin at 9:00 p.m.

Fireworks are best viewed from the Camarillo Premium Outlet parking lots and immediate surrounding areas. Tune in live to FM radio station 95.1 KBBY to listen to the fireworks soundtrack while you watch the show.

Please note the following:

  •     Plan to arrive early to park. Spaces are first-come, first-serve, and cannot be reserved.

  •     Road closures will go into effect at 8:45 p.m. with no vehicle entry access to the parking lots after that time.

  •     This is a smoke-free event, and no alcohol or illegal substances is permitted under any circumstance.

  •     For your safety and protection, please refrain from bringing large picnic setups.

ILLEGAL FIREWORKS

Personal fireworks are prohibited at the event & illegal throughout the City. To report the use of illegal fireworks in Camarillo, call the Camarillo Police Department Non-Emergency Line at (805) 654-9511.

Updates at www.cityofcamarillo.org/fireworks.

2024 Fireworks Spectacular in Westlake Village on Thursday, July 4th

The annual 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular hosted by the City of Westlake Village is planned for Thursday, July 4, 2024.

Fireworks will be launched from the Westlake Village Golf Course at approximately 9:10pm.

Gates open at 5pm. No outside alcohol allowed - beer and wine will be available for purchase. Event to also include inflatable jumpers for the kids, putting contest, live music, various food trucks and more.

Offiste parking available at Townsgate and Lakeview Canyon Roads.

The event is free and open to the public. Additional information at www.wlv.org/fireworks

Viewing locations are available at Westlake Village Golf Course or Calvary Community Church and surrounding areas.

2024 Independence Day Fireworks Display in Santa Barbara on Thursday, July 4th

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The City of Santa Barbara is hosting its annual Independence Day fireworks display beginning at 9pm on Thursday, July 4, 2024 off West Beach.

From noon to 8:50pm there will be live music at the West Beach bandstand. Free face painting 2pm on Stearns Wharf.

Radio simulcast on 92.9 KjEE or watch a livestream of the fireworks show at KEYT.com. The show is about 20 minutes long.

More details at www.santabarbaraca.gov/gov/depts/waterfront/events/july4.asp.

Lil' Ranchers Summer Roundup at Leonis Adobe Museum in Calabasas on Tuesdays, July 9 to August 6, 2024

Mark your calendars for "Lil' Ranchers Days" at the Leonis Adobe Museum in Calabasas on Tuesdays, July 9th through August 6th, 2024 from 9:30am to 11:30am. Fun for the entire family with activities & live kids music, feeding the ranch animals and more! 

Admission:
- Members free
- Non-members: $8/person (2 y/o & up)
- Under 2 free

www.leonisadobemuseum.org

2024 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 Thursday, July 4, 2024 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 47th 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

Star Spangled Rock & Country Jam & Fireworks Extravaganza in Simi Valley on Thursday, July 4th

The Kiwanis Club of Simi Valley presents the Star-Spangled Rock & Country Jam and Fireworks Celebration on Thursday, July 4, 2024 at Rancho Santa Susana Community Park, 5005 E. Los Angeles Avenue. Gates open at 3pm. There will be live music, food and craft vendors, silent auction, beer and wine, a free kids’ zone (courtesy of Adventist Health Simi Valley) and, of course, fireworks at 9 pm (simulcast to music on 99.1 The Ranch).

Stage Lineup:

  • 3:15PM: Silver Lining

  • 5PM: FamDamly

  • 7PM: Forever Rod (Rod Stewart tribute)

Admission is FREE or you can opt for the VIP Experience for an extra special afternoon and evening that includes delicious BBQ, drinks, shaded seating for the concert and a special viewing area for the fireworks. Visit www.starspangledsimi.com for more information and tickets.

Limited onsite parking for $25. Parking and shuttle service will run from the Simi Valley Metrolink Station (5050 E. Los Angeles Ave.) and Simi Valley High School (5400 Cochran St.).

2024 4th of July Celebration at the Reagan Library in Simi Valley

To celebrate our nation’s 248th birthday, the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library is hosting a day full of family-fun activities. This year’s celebration includes patriotic concerts, family entertainment, games, crafts, and more. All 4th of July activities are free; admission rates apply to view the Reagan Museum, Air Force One Pavilion and the Library’s current temporary exhibit, Defending America and the Galazy: Star Wars and SDI.

Once the main parking lot is full, guests will be directed to park on Presidential Drive or in one of the Library’s offsite lots. Complimentary shuttles will be running to bring guests to the Reagan Library.

SCHEDULE:

Main Courtyard

  • 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Have Your Face Painted!

  • 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. JB & The Big Circle Riders

  • 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Los Angeles Sheriff Band Performs on Stage

  • 1:30 p.m. - Jelly Belly Winner Announced!

  • 3:00 p.m. - Event Concludes

Gipper's Grove – 12 p.m. – 1 p.m.

Unveiling of our Charters of Freedom Monument, these are life-size replicas of the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights. This is the first one in the state of California.

Ruwe Terrace – 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

  • Crafts

  • Photo Opportunity with Presidents Retail Kiosk

  • Food and Beverage Available for Purchase

South Lawn – 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

  • Carnival games and so many lawn family games!

  • PLC Stage – 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

  • Re-enactors perform

Roosevelt Room – 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Bingo (prizes are included)

Rose Garden – 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Bounce Jumper – Featuring Patriotic Bouncer

Located at 40 Presidential Drive in Simi Valley, the Reagan Library is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. every day except Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day. For museum information, ticket prices and events, visit www.reaganlibrary.com