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.

End of Summer Carnival and Live Music at the Simi Valley Town Center September 6-8, 2024

The Simi Valley Town Center is hosting a carnival and live concerts the weekend of September 6-8, 2024. Carnival hours 5-10pm on Friday, September 6th, 5-11pm on Saturday, September 7th and 4-10pm on Sunday, September 8th. (SAT/SUN HOURS UPDATED DUE TO THE HEATWAVE.)

Concerts to include:

  • September 6th @6pm: Justin Honsinger

  • September 7th @6pm: Ticket to Ride (Beatles tribute band)

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Spooky Swim at Pleasant Valley Aquatic Center in Camarillo on Friday, October 25, 2024

Pleasant Valley Recreation and Park District presents the annual Spooky Swim event at the Pleasant Valley Aquatic Center, 1030 Temple Avenue, Camarillo on Friday, October 25, 2024 from 5:30-8PM. Registration is $10 for all activities or $4 to swim only. Event to feature swimming, pumpkin painting, goodie bags and games. Learn more and register at www.pvrpd.org/2024-10-25-spooky-swim.

Haunted High Street Event in Moorpark on Thursday, October 31, 2024

Join the City of Moorpark on Halloween night for some spooky family fun on historic High Street! Admission is free, and there is a nominal fee for games and some attractions. Activities will include a trunk-or-treat, Halloween carnival (suitable for ages 3-10) and attractions (carnival tickets $5 advance purchase until October 30th online); $10 at the gate, cash only), a costume contest, haunted house, DJ music, food trucks and more! Event hours are 4-7pm and will e held in the north Metrolink parking lot. Event parking will be at the south Metrolink parking lot.

www.moorparkca.gov/765/Haunted-High-Street

3rd Annual Spook-Tacular Celebration in Port Hueneme on Wednesday, October 23, 2024

The City of Port Hueneme’s Annual Spook-Tacular Celebration is planned for Wednesday, October 23, 2024 from 5-8pm at Moranda Park, 200 Moranda Pkwy. Free event to include music, hay maze, treats, pumpkin patch, photo booth, face painting, carnival games, and more. For ages 0 to 12. www.ci.port-hueneme.ca.us/1386/Spook-Tacular

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

Channel Islands Harbor Parade of Frights on Saturday, October 26, 2024

The 3rd Annual Parade of Frights at the Channel Islands Harbor is a non-competitive, Halloween-themed boat parade scheduled for 7 p.m. on Saturday, October 26, 2024.

Prior to the Parade of Frights, a variety of organizations and businesses will be offering Halloween-related events and activities starting at 3 p.m.

Learn more at www.channelislandsharbor.org/event/2024-parade-of-frights.

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

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.