City of Thousand Oaks Pop-Up Arts & Music Festival Every Friday/Saturday, May 31 to June 29

The City of Thousand Oaks brings its annual Pop-Up Arts & Music Festival to the city every Friday and Saturday starting May 31 and running through the month of June.

The festival features “pop-up” public performances at various locations throughout Thousand Oaks. The goal of the festival is to provide residents with an opportunity to actively participate in and enjoy the arts without having to come to the theatre. People are encouraged to bring their own chair/blanket, food and drink and come enjoy great entertainment on a summer evening.

The festival this year will feature ten free events over five weekends from May 31- June 29, 2024. In partnership with local arts organizations, the festival will include local and regional artistic talent, in addition to nationally recognized performing artists.

Events are free and open to all. More details at bapacthousandoaks.com/show-details/pop-up-arts-music-festival-2024.

June 21, 7pm

Stagecoach Inn Museum Lawn

Brogden Bay presents Vonda Shepard

Acclaimed singer/songwriter Vonda Shepard and her band will bring songs from her new album “Red Light, Green Light” as well as her classic originals.

June 22, 7:00pm

Spring Meadow Park

TOArts presents Changüí Majadero

Changüí Majadero is an adventurous ensemble which is reintroducing Cuban Changüí to a new generation of fans. Their music takes influences from Cuba to California and adds their own blend of syncopated flavors.

June 28, 7pm

Northwood Park

Archertown

Pop/Country trio Archertown will make their California debut featuring original music that is a blend of country, pop and americana.

June 29, 7pm

Kimber Park

TOArts presents Scythian

Rousing and raucous, Scythian (sith-ee-yin) plays roots music from Celtic, Eastern European and Appalachian traditions with thunderous energy, technical prowess, and storytelling songwriting, beckoning crowds into a barn-dance, rock concert experience.

Community partners include TOArts Presents, Conejo Recreation and Parks District, 5-Star Theatricals, Brogden Bay Presents, New West Symphony

Previous Dates

May 31, 7:00pm

Conejo Creek North

Ron Artis II & The Truth

Ron Artis is an electrifying guitar player and soul artist hailing from Hawaii. The band performs all original music which includes funk, soul, R & B and blues. His powerful and positive lyrics have resonated with audiences from coast to coast.

June 1, 7:00pm

North Ranch Neighborhood Park

New West Symphony Presents Movies and the Masters

Join New West Symphony violinist Lisa Dondlinger in her mashup program of combining classical melodies and blockbuster films. Singer B. Valentine, accompanied by a live band, will add a blend of Jazz, R&B, Soul, and Funk to this genre-bending concert.

June 7, 7:00pm

Canada Park

5-Star Theatricals presents Queens of the Pop Age: Madonna, Whitney, Gaga and Taylor

Kick off the summer right when 5-Star Summer Lovin brings all your favorite songs from the biggest pop Queens of the last 25 years. This live concert will feature some of 5-Star's most popular performers as well as some new faces.

June 8, 7:00pm

Triunfo Community Park

The Lao Tizer Band

A DownBeat “Jazz Group of the Year” nominee, pianist and composer Lao Tizer leads a stellar lineup including Grammy- Award winning drum phenom Gene Coye, American Idol star Elliott Yamin on vocals and Rolling Stones 2022 “bassist of the Year” nominee Anthony Crawford.

June 14, 7pm

Wildwood Neighborhood Park

Adrian + Meredith

Back by popular demand!

Rogue folk duo Adrian + Meredith’s music combines the heart of folk, with the flavor of Polka, a bit of swing and taste of punk that will have you on your feet dancing, clapping, and stomping along.

June 15, 7pm

Suburbia Park

My Son the Hurricane

The multi-horn, multi-drummer, multi-singer brass funk beast! Mixing New Orleans style grooves with funk, jazz and hip hop, this band features trumpets, saxophones, trombones, drums, guitar, percussion and two wild front people that will dare you not to dance!

Conejo Uncorked Charity Wine & Food Festival on Thursday, October 10, 2024

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Conejo Uncorked - A Wine Festival by The Kiwanis Club of Thousand Oaks will be held on Thursday, October 10, 2024, at The Gardens at Los Robles Greens from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM.

Join us for a special evening as we celebrate the best in food and wine that Conejo Valley has to offer. Enjoy live entertainment, a silent auction, and a variety of local restaurant and wine vendors. Attendees will receive a limited edition tasting wine glass (while supplies last). Whether you’re into sweet or savory, red or white wine, we’ve got you covered!

Early-bird, general admission pricing is $45 until August 10th, and $55 thereafter. There's also reserved seating for 10 people for $400 (limited to ten tables). Tickets must be purchased in advance.

Tickets are available now for purchase at www.conejouncorked.com.

Conejo Food & Wine Festival in Thousand Oaks on Sunday, June 23, 2024

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The Conejo Food & Wine Fest is planned for Sunday, June 23, 2024 from 1:30-5:30pm on the grounds of St. Paschal Baylon School, 155 East Janss Road, Thousand Oaks. Open to everyone 21 years and older! Enjoy gourmet food from local restaurants and the finest selections from participating wineries.

Visit www.conejofoodandwine.com to learn more and to purchase tickets.

Charity partners are Food Share of Ventura County and Many Mansions.

Summer Car Show in Downtown Oxnard on Sunday, July 21, 2024

The Summer Classic Car Show, co-hosted by the Downtown Oxnard Improvement Association and the All-for-One Car Club, is planned for Sunday, July 21, 2024 in Downtown Oxnard. Over 400 classic and specialty autos from all eras will be on display along a four-block stretch of Historic “A” Street in Downtown Oxnard. The event is free to the viewing public.

In addition to awesome autos on display, there will be live entertainment, and Downtown merchants will be offering food specials. Plenty of free parking will be available on adjacent streets, public lots and the 3rd Street Parking Structure.

$30 advance registration for show cars required. Professional judging with prizes in many categories. Proceeds benefit the Historic Downtown Oxnard Beautification Fund. 

downtownoxnard.org/car-show

37th Annual A Taste of Camarillo Wine, Brew and Food Festival on July 28, 2024

A Taste of Camarillo - Wine, Brew & Food Festival will take place on Sunday, July 28, 2024 at the Camarillo Ranch, 201 Camarillo Ranch Road, Camarillo, from noon to 4:30 pm.

This is perhaps the longest running wine, brew and food festival in Ventura County. Guests spend an afternoon sampling fine wines, craft beers and gourmet foods on the grounds of the historic Camarillo Ranch. Sample fine and wines and local restaurants, live music and dancing, boutique shopping and more. 21+ only event. No children or pets allowed.

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit tasteofcamarillo.com.

2024 Cool Breeze Century Ride in Ventura on Saturday, August 17th

COOL BREEZE CENTURY 2023

30, 60, 100 and 125 Miles

Saturday, August 17, 2024

Ventura

Sponsored by the Channel Islands Bike Club and the Kiwanis Club of Ventura, the Cool Breeze route follows the coast from Ventura to Santa Barbara. The weather is generally in the low 70's -- you can't ask for better summer cycling weather! There are lots of great rest stops along the way. Pre-race breakfast and post race lunch included.

Visit coolbreezecentury.com for more information and to register.

Santa to the Sea Half Marathon, Quarter Marathon and 5K in Oxnard on Sunday, December 8, 2024

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The Santa to the Sea Half Marathon, Quarter Marathon and 5K is planned for Sunday, December 8, 2024

The half marathon begins at the giant Santa located at 2801 Ventura Blvd., Oxnard and ends at Marine Emporium Landing in the Channel Islands Harbor. The half marathon and 5K start at 7:30am and the quarter marathon starts at 7:50am. There’s also a Kids 1K at 8:30am.

This point to point course starts at the historic Santa Claus, off the 101 freeway, runs through Oxnard’s famous strawberry fields, then through downtown Oxnard and beautiful Plaza Park. Next will be historic Candy Cane Lane, where the homes are decorated for the holidays. Finally, you’re off to the Pacific Ocean, the beach, and finishing at the Marine Emporium Landing in the Channel Islands Harbor.

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The 5K and kids 1K starts and finishes at the Marine Emporium Landing.

Santa to the Sea supports the Nyeland Acres community through food distributions, a toy giveaway, and scholarships to Oxnard College.

For more information or to register visit www.santatothesea.com.

Thanksgiving Day 5K in Simi Valley on Thursday, November 28, 2024

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The Thanksgiving Day 5K takes place at Rancho Simi Community Park, 1765 Royal Avenue, Simi Valley on Thursday, November 28, 2024.

Run along the Arroyo bike path, lined with beautiful trees for shade through the center of Simi Valley and along the Arroyo Creek. Aid stations every 1.5 miles. Race starts at 8am. This is a rain or shine event.

Visit www.ThanksgivingDay5k.com to learn more and sign up.

Sea Center Celebrates World Oceans Day with Free Admission in Santa Barbara on June 8, 2024

Sea Center Celebrates World Oceans Day with Free Admission

Sea Center on Stearns Wharf Celebrates World Oceans Day

Come celebrate World Oceans Day at the Sea Center on Stearns Wharf during a festival from 10:00 AM–3:00 PM on Saturday, June 8, 2024. Free admission from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM will be made possible with the generous support of the UCSB Associated Students Coastal Fund and the Stearns Wharf Merchants Association.

During the festival, guests can meet an array of community partners dedicated to ocean conservation and celebration, including Santa Barbara Channelkeeper, California State Parks, UCSB's Caselle Lab, The Fish Reef Project, Channel Islands Naturalist Corps, Channel Islands Marine and Wildlife Institute, Santa Barbara Channel Whale Heritage Area, Channel Islands Restoration, and Celebration Cruises, who will be raffling off a Lil’ Toot trip package at their table.

The Sea Center features life-size models of a Gray Whale mother and calf, touchpool habitats where guests can touch sea stars and sea anemones, a Wet Deck modeled after a scientific research vessel’s lab, and Shark Cove, where visitors can get up close with small local sharks. In addition to exploring the Sea Center’s interactive exhibits, guests can enjoy storytimes, meeting the Sea Center's very own Toothy the Shark, an announcement of the winners of a marine-themed student art contest, and a display by the Harbor Patrol’s fireboat.

Scheduled activities:

  • Storytimes and appearances by Toothy the Shark at 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM

  • Art contest winners announced at 1:00 PM

  • Harbor Patrol Fireboat Display at 3:00 PM

No reservations required. For more information and upcoming events, please visit sbnature.org/calendar

38th Annual Sespe Creek 4th of July Car Show in Fillmore on Thursday, July 4, 2024

The Sespe Creek 4th of July Car Show will take place in downtown Fillmore on Thursday, July 4, 2024 from 9 am to 4 pm.

In addition to cars, numerous food booths, craft vendors and local organizations will be on hand to share their goods and services with the community. More details at sespecreekevents.org.