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By Dave and Patricia Zumbrun
(The "Z" Team 4 RE, Inc.)
Southern California is known for its car culture. Classic cars and the beach go hand in hand. Social Club Ventura celebrates love and classic car culture in February with their Ventura Car Show: Lovers and Friends.What: Ventura Car Show: Lovers and FriendsWhere: California & Main (494 E Main St, Ventura, CA)When: Saturday, February 7th, 2026, from 11 am to 6 pmContact: Social Club Ventura InstagramVentura Car Show: Lovers and FriendsClassic car lovers of all ages will enjoy this car show! Social Club Ventura shuts down the Downtown Ventura area the Saturday before Valentine's Day. Come and see all makes and models of muscle cars, hot rods, custom classics, buckets, chop-tops, lowriders, and more. Plus, a DJ spins the best of all music. You will hear everything from oldies up to the hits...
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By Dave and Patricia Zumbrun
(The "Z" Team 4 RE, Inc.)
Welcome to the new year. Exercising more is the #1 New Year's resolution. The Ventura Marathon 2026 takes place next month. It's the perfect reason to work on adding more exercise into your daily routine.What: Ventura Marathon 2026Where: Ojai to VenturaWhen: Sunday, February 22nd, starting at 6:30 amVentura Marathon 2026If running 26.2 miles feels a little overwhelming, you might want to choose the half-marathon option. It offers a nice compromise for anyone that has never run a full marathon before. All runners take off at 6:30 am on Sunday, February 22nd. The starting point is at Grand and McNell Avenues in Ojai. It ends in downtown Ventura. The primarily downhill race course also provides an easier entrance into endurance racing. That can be helpful for those who have never done this...
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By Dave and Patricia Zumbrun
(The "Z" Team 4 RE, Inc.)
Who says it can't snow in Southern California? It happens at the Ventura Harbor Winter Wonderland and Marketplace. Santa and Mrs. Claus promise to bring the snow with them.What: Ventura Harbor Winter Wonderland 2025Where: Ventura Harbor VillageWhen: Saturday, December 20th, 2025, from 12 pm to 4 pmAdmission: FREEVentura Harbor Winter Wonderland and Holiday MarketplaceThe Winter Wonderland and Holiday Marketplace at Ventura Harbor Village includes many family-friendly activities. Santa and Mrs. Claus hold court over Winter Wonderland. Mrs. Claus welcomes all the boys and girls to come let Santa know what they want for Christmas. Also, don't be surprised if you see snowmen, raindeer, and penguins roaming around. (Not the real ones. But cute nonetheless.) However, there will be actual live...
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By Dave and Patricia Zumbrun
(The "Z" Team 4 RE, Inc.)
We hope everyone enjoyed a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday with their friends and/or families. We certainly did. Now that that is over, it's time to focus on Christmas! And here in Ventura County, that means the Ventura Harbor Parade of Lights 2025!What: Ventura Harbor Parade of Lights 2025Where: Ventura Harbor VillageWhen: December 12th & 13th, from 4 pm to 8 pmAdmission: FREEVentura Harbor Parade of Lights 2025Beginning at 4 pm on both December 12th and the 13th, organizers of the annual Parade of Lights in Ventura set up rides for the kids and carnival games for all ages. Food vendors set up their trucks around the lawn area as well to ensure that everyone keeps their strength up. At 5:30 pm, live performers entertain with twinkling LED lights while the SB Bubble Guy also performs. Do...
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By Dave and Patricia Zumbrun
(The "Z" Team 4 RE, Inc.)
Halloween is literally just days away. After that, we celebrate Thanksgiving. This year, Thanksgiving falls on November 27th. This holiday in particular is synonymous with food. So it makes sense that the Ventura Pottery Bowl of Thanks event also brings food to the forefront.What: Ventura Pottery Bowl of ThanksWhere: Ventura Harbor VillageWhen: November 8th & 9th from 10 am to 5 pmAdmission: FREEVentura Pottery Bowl of Thanks 2025The Ventura County Potter's Guild hosts their annual Bowl of Thanks event on November 8th and 9th at Ventura Harbor Village. Local artists created hundreds of unique bowls especially for this event. Additionally, they created several other art pieces out of pottery that will be available for sale. This provides the perfect opportunity to start tackling those it...
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By Dave and Patricia Zumbrun
(The "Z" Team 4 RE, Inc.)
Halloween is just 25 days away. Ventura Harbor Village knows how to do Halloween right. They will be hosting a Witches Paddle in the chilly harbor water. And they want all the good boils and ghouls to come to the party.What: Witches Paddle 2025Where: Ventura Harbor VillageWhen: Friday, October 24th, 4 pm to 5:30 pmAdmission: FREEWitches Paddle 2025Dress up in your witchy best. Grab your paddleboard or kayak. You might also want to wear a wetsuit. The water could be pretty cold. If you don't own a paddleboard or kayak, you can rent one at the village. Just make sure you arrive early. Supplies are limited and rent out quickly.If you want to be part of the group photo, make sure that you show up before 3:30 pm. The paddle out itself starts at 4 pm from C Dock, Harbor Cove Beach, and any pu...
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By Dave and Patricia Zumbrun
(The "Z" Team 4 RE, Inc.)
Millions of people visit our beaches every year. Unfortunately, that means that we also see a lot of trash build up on our shores. To help that out, Ventura Harbor Village organizes a Channel Islands Beach Cleanup each year.What: Channel Islands Beach Cleanup 2025Where: Channel Islands National Park Visitor Center (1901 Spinnaker Dr, Ventura)When: Saturday, September 20th, 9 am to 12 pmContact: Ventura Harbor Village (805-477-0470)Channel Islands Beach Cleanup 2025To participate in this year's beach clean up, you do not have to sign up ahead of time. All you have to do is show up at the Channel Islands National Park Visitor Center early on September 20th. A ranger will meet everyone at the visitor center to make sure that everyone gets geared up correctly and assigned a specific area to...
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By Dave and Patricia Zumbrun
(The "Z" Team 4 RE, Inc.)
Art can be created from many different mediums. We usually see it in paintings, pottery, and marble. Some consider fashion art. Art can be permanent. It can also be temporary. At the Ventura Art and Chalk Festival 2025, guests enjoy temporary masterpieces right at their feet.What: Ventura Art and Chalk Festival 2025Where: Ventura Harbor Village (1583 Spinnaker Dr)When: From 10 am to 5 pm, September 13th & 14thAdmission: FREEContact: Ventura Harbor Village (805-477-0470)Ventura Art and Chalk Festival 2025At this art festival, chalk is the medium of choice. Dozens of local artists lend their talents to create masterpieces right before you eyes on the sidewalks along Ventura Harbor Village. Additionally, these artists showcase their other artwork around the village to sell. Let the kiddos ...
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By Dave and Patricia Zumbrun
(The "Z" Team 4 RE, Inc.)
Did anyone make it to the Wings Over Camarillo Air Show last weekend? Looks like the crowds were enormous yet again. If you want something else fun to do before the summer ends, sign up for some Ventura Harbor Whale Watching.What: Ventura Harbor Whale Watching 2025Where: Ventura Harbor VillageWhen: Now through September 15thAdmission: $64 to $89Contact: Island Packers (805) 642-1393Ventura Harbor Whale Watching 2025Each year, thousands of whales migrate from Mexico to Alaska and back down. Along the way, of course, they pass through the waters off California's coast. Right now, anyone who books a whale watching cruise may see blue whales, humpback whales, or minke whales make their journey in the Pacific Ocean. For the best vantage point, we highly recommend booking a whale watching tou...
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By Dave and Patricia Zumbrun
(The "Z" Team 4 RE, Inc.)
It's almost time for one of the biggest events of the summer: the Ventura County Fair! Yes. Time for live entertainment, fun rides, and "interesting" food choices. What does this year entail? Glad you asked.What: Ventura County Fair 2025 Where: Ventura County Fairgrounds (10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura)When: July 30th to August 10th, from noon to 11 pm every day (opens at 11 am on Aug 5th)Cost: $15 to $20 per personContact: VC Fairgrounds (805) 648-3376Ventura County Fair 2025The fair includes all the regular fair activities: great food, exhibits, animals, carnival rides, etc. But this fair includes even more. For example, the line-up of live musical acts is impressive. Tone Loc. Fat Joe. Diplo. Flo Rida. Lee Brice. Scotty McCreery. Each concert starts at 7 pm and comes with the price of adm...
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By Dave and Patricia Zumbrun
(The "Z" Team 4 RE, Inc.)
We hope all of the dads out there had a great Father's Day yesterday. Did you happen to catch the Harbor View Park Car Show yesterday? It was the perfect way to spend the day with any car enthusiast pop in the family. While Memorial Day weekend marks the start of summer for many people, summer officially begins this Friday, June 20th. Thursdays offer some Downtown Ventura summertime fun in the form of a summer concert series. Then we end the month with a some amazing chalk art.Downtown Ventura Summertime Fun 2025Summer Concert SeriesEvery Thursday between now and July 3rd offers a new summertime musical guest for your enjoyment at Ventura Harbor Village. Technically, last week was the first concert of the season. This week (June 19th), The Ooo Wee Ooo's, a Weezer tribute band, perform t...
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By Dave and Patricia Zumbrun
(The "Z" Team 4 RE, Inc.)
Millions of pounds of trash wash up on shorelines around the world each year. An Ocean Conservancy Report stated that 840,000 pounds ends up on California beaches alone. Not only is that excessive, but it's absolutely avoidable. Unfortunately, we cannot control what other people do. What we can do is help keep our beaches clean. To do so, please consider participating in the Channel Islands Beach Cleanup 2025.What: Channel Islands Beach Cleanup 2025Where: Channel Islands National Park Visitor Center (1901 Spinnaker Dr. Ventura)When: Sunday, June 8th, 9 am to 12:30 pmContact: Channel Islands Visitor's Center (805) 658-5730Channel Islands Beach Cleanup 2025Want to help? All you need to do to participate in the beach cleanup is to show up at the Channel Islands Visitor Center by 9 am. A ra...
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By Dave and Patricia Zumbrun
(The "Z" Team 4 RE, Inc.)
You know them. You love them. California produces the majority of strawberries in the United States each year. In fact, experts place this year's crop to come in around 1.8 billion pounds. To celebrate the impact of this berry on California's history, the fairgrounds play host to the annual Ventura Strawberry Festival which just so happens to take place later this month.What: Ventura Strawberry Festival 2025Where: Ventura County Fairgrounds (10 W Harbor Blvd)When: May 17th & 18thAdmission: $8 to $15, Kids ages 4 & under are freeContact: CA Strawberry Festival contact formVentura Strawberry Festival 2025The festival includes tons of strawberry-related activities. These include delicious food such as the usual sweet treats like strawberry shortcake, chocolate-dipped strawberries, and stra...
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By Dave and Patricia Zumbrun
(The "Z" Team 4 RE, Inc.)
Where is the year going? We're already more than midway through April .Summer will be here before you know it. With that comes summertime activities like boating. If you want a new boat or need to update your safety gear, then you definitely need to attend the Ventura Boat Specialists Boat Show.What: Ventura Boat Specialists Boat Show 2025Where: Boat Specialists Showroom (2900 Golf Course Dr, Ventura)When: Saturday, April 26th, from noon to 4 pmAdmission: FREEContact: Boat Specialists (805) 644-6290Ventura Boat Specialists Boat Show 2025Boat Specialists offers the best boats for any surfing or fishing adventure you find yourself planning off the California shoreline. Manufacturers range from Yamaha, Mercury, and Honda to Boston Whaler, Zodiac, and (new this year) Grady-White. To celebra...
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By Dave and Patricia Zumbrun
(The "Z" Team 4 RE, Inc.)
This year, Easter Sunday takes place on April 20th. And just two days later, we celebrate Earth Day. Fortunately, if you live in the area, you can celebrate both Ventura Earth Day and Easter over the same weekend!Ventura Earth Day and Easter Celebrations 2025Ventura Earth Day CelebrationSo, technically, Earth Day takes place on Tuesday, April 22nd. However, since many people work or go to school that day, organizers in Ventura put together a great Earth Day celebration on Saturday, April 19th. Come to Plaza Park (Santa Clara & Chestnut) between 11 am and 4 pm to learn more about the environment and our impact on it. Don't worry. You will not be bored. Several environmental groups set up informational booths to help educate you on the changes, both big and small, that we can make to prot...
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By Dave and Patricia Zumbrun
(The "Z" Team 4 RE, Inc.)
There are few places around the world where you can start the day in the mountains and end the day at the beach. Even fewer where this can happen in the space of a few hours on foot. Ventura County happens to be one of those place and the Mountains 2 Beach Marathon 2025 is the event that allows this to happen.What: Mountains 2 Beach Marathon 2025Where: Ojai to VenturaWhen: April 12th & 13thContact: M2B Marathon Organizers via emailMountains 2 Beach Marathon 2025This unique marathon begins in the mountainous area of downtown Ojai (around 700 feet ASL) and hits sea level in just 22 miles, ending near the Ventura Pier. It also counts as a Boston Marathon qualifier (if you know, you know). But if a full marathon feels a little out of your league, you might want to opt for the half-marathon ...
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By Dave and Patricia Zumbrun
(The "Z" Team 4 RE, Inc.)
It's officially March. For basketball lovers, this month is full of some phenomenal amazing college games. But in our town, it means something else: Ventura Mermaid Month.What: Ventura Mermaid Month 2025Where: Ventura Harbor Village (1583 Spinnaker Dr)When: March 1st to March 31stContact: Ventura Harbor Village (805) 477-0470Ventura Mermaid Month 2025The entire month of March is dedicated to mermaids at Ventura Harbor Village. Some activities and specials take place all month long. However, there are two specific weekends you might want to note on your calendar: March 8th and 22nd. Organizers planned some very special events that any mermaid enthusiast needs to attend.March 8th EventsPirates sometimes reported seeing mermaids or sirens as far back as before Christopher Columbus. Nowaday...
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By Dave and Patricia Zumbrun
(The "Z" Team 4 RE, Inc.)
Thinking about updating or renovating your Ventura County home? Looking for ways to make that happen? Then you might want to make plans to attend the Ventura Home Improvement Expo 2025 this weekend!What: Ventura Home Improvement Expo 2025Where: Ventura Fairgrounds (10 W Harbor Blvd)When: February 21st to 23rd (10 am to 5 pm Fri/Sat, 10 am to 4 pm Sun)Admission: $10 per person at the gateVentura Home Improvement Expo 2025At this amazing three-day event, you will meet dozens of companies that specialize in all things home improvement and more. Find out about the latest trends in home design. Learn about organic gardening. Turn your outdoor space into extended living space by adding a seating area and BBQ. Or really go upscale and create an entire outdoor kitchen. Interested in tiny house ...
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By Dave and Patricia Zumbrun
(The "Z" Team 4 RE, Inc.)
Running offers many health benefits. It reduces your risk of cancer. It helps you improve the quality of your sleep. Running even boosts your memory. If you enjoy running and want to push yourself a bit, sign up for the Ventura Marathon. Not only does it offer a gorgeous view of some of the best scenery in Southern California, but it also acts as a qualifier for the Boston Marathon.What: Ventura Marathon 2025Where: From the Ojai Valley to Downtown VenturaWhen: Sunday, February 23, 2025 from 7:30 am to 2 pmAdmission: $160 for half-marathon, $180 for full marathonVentura Marathon 2025The race starts in beautiful Ojai Valley. Its primarily downhill course provides a great opportunity for participants to run at a faster pace. In turn, this helps lower your qualifying time for larger races l...
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By Dave and Patricia Zumbrun
(The "Z" Team 4 RE, Inc.)
For the better part of the last two weeks, Southern California has been under siege. So far, fire destroyed thousands of homes, displacing hundreds of thousands of people and their pets. It has been heartbreaking to see so many people affected by this. With more wind expected this week, firefighters will have their hands full trying to contain the wildfires as much as possible. If you want to help the victims of the Southern California wildfires, there are some ways that are more helpful than others. Please read on to find out more.Southern California Wildfires: How You Can HelpMany people donate food and clothing right away when a disaster strikes. While the thought behind that is sound, the reality is that this may not be your best course of action. Unfortunately, it can be difficult ...
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