Westlake High School Instrumental Music Food Truck Festival on Sunday, October 13, 2024

Westlake High School Instrumental Music Boosters presents its annual Food Truck Festival on Sunday, October 13, 2024 from 11am to 4pm at Conejo Creek Park North, adjacent to the Thousand Oaks Library at 1379 E. Janss Road.

Enjoy a beautiful day, with great music, delicious food from gourmet food trucks, kids activities, silent auction and raffle.

Ticket prices $8 presale and $10 at the event. Food sold separately. Buy tickets and learn more at whsband.org/foodtruckfestival.

Proceeds support WHS Instrumental Music programs.

Pumpkin Party at the Leonis Adobe Museum in Calabasas on Saturday, October 26, 2024

The annual "Pumpkin Party" at the Leonis Adobe Museum is planned for Saturday, October 26, 2024 from 1:00 - 4:00 PM. Enjoy live music, demonstrations, hands on crafts and more! Costumes admired but not required.

Admission is $8 per person; children under 2,free of charge.

Located at 23537 Calabasas Road, Calabasas (next to the Sagebrush Cantina).

leonisadobemuseum.org  |  818-222-6511

Celebrate Adolfo Camarillo's Birthday at the Camarillo Ranch on Sunday, October 27, 2024

The Camarillo Ranch Foundation will celebrate the City’s namesake’s birthday with a free birthday celebration that will be held from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 27, 2024. The birthday celebration is a tradition that honors Don Adolfo’s love for community.

The free event is open to the public and will feature:

• The famous Camarillo White Horses

• Performances by Mariachi Camarillo and Ballet Folklorico Mexico

• Docent guided tours of Adolfo Camarillo’s 1892 Queen Anne Victorian Mansion

• Interactive crafts and games for children

• Free cake to guests (as supplies last)

• Food truck and Mister Softee Ice Cream truck will be on hand.

camarilloranchfoundation.com/event/adolfo-camarillos-birthday-celebration

Located at 201 Camarillo Ranch Rd., Camarillo.

Dia de los Muertos Festival at Strathearn Park in Simi Valley on Sunday, October 27, 2024

The Simi Valley Historical Society invites you to their 10th Annual Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) festival on Sunday, October 27, 2024 from 11AM to 5PM at Strathearn Historical Park & Museum.

Event to include music, entertainment, craft vendors, crafts for kids, face painting, food and more. Costumes encouraged.

Día de los Muertos is traditionally a three day celebration running from October 31st to November 2nd.  This is an event that explores the beautiful symbols, traditions, and imagery of the holiday with activities that represent something significant and special in the remembrance of loved ones. Part of the celebration is the altars (ofrendas) in the Wood Ranch Barn. Individuals, families and businesses are encouraged to construct altars for the celebration to honor loved ones who have passed on.

Visit simihistory.com for the altar form link, or directly at https://forms.gle/dBWVw1ewMybhJEYc7 for the altar form.

Strathearn Park is at 137 Strathearn Place (behind the Madera Target store)

Tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for kids ages 5-12 online at simihistory.com. (Tickets at the gate will be $10 for adults and $5 for kids.)

38th Annual California Avocado Festival in Carpinteria, October 5-6, 2024

The 38th Annual California Avocado Festival takes place October 5 and 6, 2024. Festival hours 10am to 10pm Saturday and 10am to 6pm Sunday.

One of the largest free festivals in California with over 60 music acts on three stages.

The AvoEXPO TENT is home to Avocado agricultural photos, historical photos, lessons in avocado grafting, FFA restored antique tractors, and the Largest Avocado Contest.

The FOOD VENUE will have plenty of avocado dishes so come hungry, and enjoy some avocado creations!!!

There will also be merchant booths with local vendors, a ferris wheel, guacamole contest and much more.

The events are located in downtown Carpinteria on Linden Avenue

Visit www.avofest.com for more information.

2024 Seaside Highland Games at Ventura County Fairgrounds, October 12-13

The weekend of October 12-13, 2024 will see Scotland in all its color and pageantry come alive on the Fairgrounds as the Seaside Highland Games return to Ventura. The pipes—the Great Highland Bagpipes of Scotland—will signal the call to gather on that one special weekend when all are invited to join in the fun!

Hundreds of pipers and drummers along with all sorts of Scottish/Celtic entertainment will descend on the Ventura County Fairgrounds and the gates are open to the public from 9 am to 5 pm.

A wonderfully entertaining weekend of music, dance, athletics, children’s events, shopping, food and drink! Something for everyone! Seaside is known for bringing tradition to the field—with a twist! The ageless Celtic pastimes are honored but with a big nod to today. The pipes will play the tunes handed down through the ages—but don’t be surprised when you hear new and modern sounds emerging from those ancient reeds!

Massed pipe bands, large men throwing things, Scottish entertainers, clan tents, children's den, British food, Highland dancing, reenactments, darts, Scottish Fiddling Competition, all sorts of stuff!

Admission prices at the gate are $25 for ages 13 to 61 for 1 day; $40 for both days and $20/$35 for 62+ seniors and military. Ages 6 to 12 are $5. Five and under are free.

For more details, admission prices, etc., visit www.seasidehighlandgames.org.

10th Annual Camarillo Old Town Wine Walk on Saturday, October 5, 2024

Sign up for the 10th Annual Camarillo Old Town Wine Walk from 1-4pm on Saturday, October 5, 2024. Experience the charm of over 20 local businesses lining Ventura Blvd, offering live music and tastings from our region's finest wineries and craft breweries. Advance purchase tickets are $55 ($65 at the event, subject to availability), or $75 for the VIP option. Sign up at www.camarillooldtown.org/10th-annual-wine-walk.

Attendees must be 21 years or older and show valid identification at Check-In and throughout the walk at the discretion of participating locations.

All proceeds benefit the Camarillo Old Town Association. This event along with the Wine Walk, Camarillo Old Town Glow and Heritage Days proceeds go to fund family friendly events held in the Camarillo Old Town area to benefit our community and support the small local retailers.

Camarillo Police Department "Trunk or Treat" Event on Monday, October 28, 2024

The Camarillo Police Department announces its second annual Trunk or Treat event for Halloween at the Camarillo Police Station. This year’s event will be held on Monday, 10/28/2024, from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM.

Several community partners will adorn their cars in Halloween decorations and pass out candy to kids as they walk by. This is a free, family friendly event that is appropriate for all ages.

First responders will be present to hand out candy and stickers. There will be several police resources and vehicles on display including an armored vehicle, police car, police motorcycle, sheriff’s K9, sheriff’s off-road vehicle, an ambulance and a Ventura County Fire Engine.

local.nixle.com/alert/11246611

20th Annual Reyes Adobe Days Festival in Agoura Hills October 4-6, 2024

The City of Agoura Hills presents the 20th Annual Reyes Adobe Days October 4-6, 2024 at Reyes Adobe Park & Historical Site, 30400 Rainbow Crest Drive, Agoura Hills.

The event lineup includes:

RAD Seniors Fiesta on Thursday, September 26 from 11am to 1pm at the Agoura Hills Recreation and Event Center. $15 Register at www.reyesadobedays.org/blank-5 (SOLD OUT)

Night at the Adobe (21+ event) on Friday, October 4 from 6-9pm at the Reyes Adobe, featuring artisan vendors, beer and wine, hors d’oeuvres, live music and site tours. Tickets $15 pre-sale, $20 at the door (includes 1 drink and food). www.reyesadobedays.org/blank-1

Reyes Adobe Days Festival on Saturday/Sunday, October 5-6 from 11am to 4pm to feature artisan vendors, beer and wine, children’s activities and entertainment, food trucks, live music and site tours. Entertainment lineup:

• Sat, Oct 5: 11:15am-12:45pm Brandon Ragan Project, 12:45pm-1:45pm Interactive Drum Circle, 2:30-4pm Coffis Brothers

• Sun, Oct 6: 11-11:45am Kids Imagine Nation, 12-1:30pm Tokens (60s Hits), 2:30-4pm Wanted: Tribute to Bon Jovi

Reyes Adobe Days Parade on Saturday, October 5 at 10am. The parade begins at the intersection of Reyes Adobe Road and Lake Lindero Road and ends at the Reyes Adobe Historical Site & Park. This year’s Grand Marshall will be actor Jerry O’Connell.

Reyes Adobe Days RAD 5K is on Saturday, October 5. CLICK HERE

Reyes Adobe Days Ride: Register to bike 4 miles, 40 miles, or 40 kilometers. All levels are encouraged. Rides begin at 9 a.m. on Sunday, October 6. www.bikereg.com/rad-ride-2024

More info at www.reyesadobedays.org.

Ventura Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving Morning, Thursday, November 28, 2024

Before you gobble, gobble, get out and run Ventura County’s fastest 5K on Thanksgiving morning!

Head to the Ventura Auto Center, 6451 Auto Center Drive, Ventura, on Thursday, November 28, 2024 for the annual Ventura Turkey Trot.

This fast and fun 5K starts at 8 a.m. For the 14 and under crowd, there’s the Kids 1K which starts at 9:15 a.m. Registration includes finisher’s shirt, electronic chip timing and post-race food.

For more information or to sign up, visit runsignup.com/Race/CA/Ventura/VenturaTurkeyTrot.