2024 Summer Concerts in the Park in Moorpark - June to September

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The City of Moorpark is hosting Summer Concerts in the Park at Arroyo Vista Park, 4550 Tierra Rejada Road. Free admission! Concerts start at 6 p.m. (except the 9/28 show, which begins at 5pm). Gates open an hour prior.

The Lineup:

  • June 22: The Smokin’ Cobras (Rockin’ Oldies)

  • July 27: Smith (Country/Pop/Rock)

  • Aug 24: The Kings of 88 (Classic Piano Rock)

  • Sept 28: Moorpark Symphony Orchestra (5PM)

Bring lawn chairs or blankets to sit in the grass and enjoy the music.  Food vendors will be onsite, but you are welcome to bring outside food and beverages (beer and wine okay, no hard alcohol). No canopies or umbrellas will be allowed within 100 feet of the stage. No animals allowed in the event space except service animals.

www.moorparkca.gov/849/Concert-in-the-Park

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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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