MARCH 2023
Ventura County Calendar of Events
Mermaid Month March
The 8th annual Mermaid Month returns to Ventura Harbor for the duration of March with ocean-spired specials throughout the Village! Mark your calendars for our fin-tastic special events (featuring a real live mermaid) on both Saturday, March 4th and Sunday, March 19th from 12-3pm, for a mermaid DJ dance party, mermaid kid’s crafts, face painting, photo opps, tropical birds, chalk painting, live music, and more! Encouraged to dress in your best mermaid style!
Ventura Harbor Village www.venturaharborvillage.com
Santa Susana Depot 120 Year Celebration Mar. 4
The Santa Susana Depot will be celebrating it’s 120 birthday celebration. History of the Southern Pacific Railroad on the ‘Coast Line’. Depot tours. Demonstration of period attire. Model railroad open house.
11am-4pm / 6503 Katherine Rd, Simi Valley www.santasusannadepot.org
Singletrack Stampede 10K and 22K Runs Mar. 4
This fast and furious, cross-country course offers 10K and 22k distances for all levels of runners. Weave your way along the twists and turns, climb the crazy switchbacks and fly along the hillsides on the Millennium Loop Trail. We’ll be taking care of your post-race calories with delicious breakfast tacos, sore muscles with the VFE massage team and entertainment with live MC announcements, age-group awards ceremonies and festival photography.
7:30-10:30am / Millennium Loop Trail, Calabasas www.ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=97293
H20 Art Show Mar. 4
Working in various mediums, artists will feature water in its contemporary format, including its beauty, power, scarcity, conservation and hope for more water in our future. There will be a showcase featuring paintings exclusively of OVLC (Ojai Valley Land Conservancy) vistas and animals that have returned to the Ojai Valley because of their efforts. Meet the artists and support OVLC in the silent auction at the reception.
5-8pm / The Ojai Art Center www.pastelsocietyofthegoldcoast.org
Ventura Gem, Mineral, Fossil & Lapidary Show Mar. 4-5 Gems, minerals, rocks, fossils, jewelry, exhibits, displays, prizes, dealers, silent auction, kids’ activities, plant sale and more. FREE admission (parking at Seaside Park is usually $5). Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 10am-4pm
Seaside Park, Ventura County Fairgrounds www.vgms.org
Economic Forecast 2023 Mar. 10
The event will include a keynote address by Dr. Matthew Fienup from California Lutheran University and a panel of industry leaders highlighting significant regional economic investments.
8-10:30am / Hyatt Regency Westlake 805-370-0035
www.conejochamber.org
Simi Valley Youth Summit Mar. 10
The Simi Valley Youth Council encourages all high school students in Simi Valley to attend the 20th Annual Youth Summit, Reconnect to Reality! This free event is designed to inspire youth to set goals, enhance leadership abilities, and become involved in their community. It is sponsored by the City of Simi Valley’s Youth Council, Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District, and the Simi Valley Unified School District.
8am-2:30pm / Rancho Simi Rec. & Park District Activity Center www.simivalley.org/YouthSummit
Silver Spur Celebration Mar. 11
The annual College of the Canyons Silver Spur Celebration is considered to be one of the community’s most popular and elegant evening events. This year’s event honors Randy Moberg and Mitzi Like Moberg for their considerable contributions to College of the Canyons and the community.
6-10pm / Zachari Dunes on Mandalay Beach, Oxnard
www.cocfoundation.com
Live Steel Drum Series Mar. 11, 18 & 25
Enjoy the sounds of seaside live music. Listen from the scenic seaside promenade or while dining on a nearby waterfront restaurant patio. SEA you there!
12-3pm / Ventura Harbor Village, Oxnard805-477-0470 www.venturaharborvillage.com
Camarillo Old Town Association Beer March Mar. 18
March through Old Town Camarillo to get a taste of local brews and craft cocktails at the 8th Annual Beer March. The Blvd will be graced with live music from local bands and musicians. VIP food and beer tasting packages are available at registration so be sure to bring an appetite for delightful treats and eats.
1-4pm Camarillo Old Town Association Visitor Center American Legion www.camarillooldtown.org
Bark in the Park Mar. 18
Special activities include a dog costume contest, as well as a big and littlest dog contest; small dog races, dog entertainers, a dog agility course, a dog cool off zone-water area, vendor booths and more. Event free of charge and activities are free to participate in. Food available for purchase.
11am-3pm / Conejo Creek Park North, Thousand Oaks www.crpd.org
Point Mugu Air Show Mar. 18-19
The U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels, will be joined by the U.S. Air Force Demonstration Squadron, the Thunderbirds, as co-headliners. Parking, admission, and blanket seating are free. Upgraded preferred seating options are available. The Point Mugu Air Show will be hosting Gary Sinise and the Lt. Dan Band for a public concert on Saturday evening.
Naval Base Ventura County, NAS Point Mugu 805-989-7209 www.pointmuguairshow.com
805 Night Market Mar. 18-19
Indulge your taste buds at Ventura County’s largest foodie event. Festivities will include carnival games, music, and great food for the whole family to enjoy. There will be a large variety of cuisines to choose from so come with an appetite!
3-10pm / Ventura County Fairgrounds www.805nightmarket.com
Muscles & Mojo Morning Car Show Mar. 19
The Murphy Auto Museum, in conjunction with Fireball Tim, is pleased to bring you Muscles and Mojo! Every 3rd Sunday of every month come on over for some great cars, pipin’ hot coffee, donuts and Diecast! The Murphy holds a stunning 40+ car collection, tiki lounge, massive HO scale train and a diecast hot wheels collection! Admission to the Museum $10 (kids under 13 are FREE!) Annual Memberships $50/per person.
10am-4pm / Murphy Auto Museum, Oxnard 805-487-4333 www.murphyautomuseum.org
Punk in the Park Mar. 25
An epic lineup of punk rock icons will be performing at the Punk in the Park concert and beer festival. All ages welcome so bring the entire family! Beer tasting with over 80 breweries. There will be food trucks and vegan options available all day.
Ventura County Fairgrounds www.punkinthepark.com
Port
Hueneme
75th Anniversary Parade & Street Fair Mar.
25
The Port Hueneme 75th Anniversary celebration will be kicked off by a parade on Surfside Drive, starting at Market St. & ending at Ocean View Dr. Join us at the end of the parade route for a street fair located at the Hueneme Beach Park! Live entertainment, car show, pop-up museum, kid zone, beer garden, and food trucks.
10am-5pm / Surfside Drive & Hueneme Beach Park
www.cityofporthueneme.org/75
Celebration of the Whales Festival Mar. 26
Channel Islands Farmers Market, Marine Emporium Landing and the Channel Islands Maritime Museum, in conjunction with the Channel Islands Harbor, celebrates the migration of the Pacific Gray Whale. The event features an arts & crafts market, live music, chalk art, activities for children, educational games for families, BBQ and seafood booths, and a certified Farmers Market. Free event.
10am-2pm / Channel Islands Harbor, Oxnard
www.channelislandsharbor.org
Spring Break Live Music by Karen Eden Mar. 26
Enjoy the sounds of seaside live music. Listen from the scenic seaside promenade or while dining on a nearby waterfront restaurant patio. SEA you there!
12-3pm / Ventura Harbor Village, Oxnard 805-477-0470
www.venturaharborvillage.com
WVCBA Spring Business Expo & Mixer Mar. 30
Discover nearly 30 local businesses, enjoy networking in a casual, fun environment, and vie for door prize. The Expo is free to attend and open to the public.
4-6:30pm / Magnavino Cellars, Oxnard 805-738-9100
www.wvcba.org
Flashlight Egg Hunt Mar. 31
Features ongoing egg hunts, egg hunt hike, bouncers, crafts, glow zone and more. $5 admission for egg hunt and hike. No registration required. Pay at the gate.
7-9pm / Conejo Creek Playfield South, Thousand Oaks
www.crpd.org