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Now through Christmas: Wild Lights at The Teaching Zoo at Moorpark College Experience thousands of dazzling holiday lights, festive displays, and family fun after dark, including Santa photo nights and cookie decorating activities. Dates: November 26th, 28th, & 29th, December 5th, 6th, 12th, 13th, 19th-23rd. Santa will be visiting November 29, December 6th, & December 13th. Santa hours: 6pm - 7:30pm Visit with Santa and snap a memory that will last forever. No photos offered for purchase. 6:00–8:30 PM at America’s Teaching Zoo, Moorpark College, 7075 Campus Rd, Moorpark. Tickets: Adults $17, kids/seniors $14, members $10, ages 2 & under free. Info/tix: click here Thu, Dec 11: Thousand Oaks Certified Farmers’ Market Enjoy a wonderful outdoor shopping experience with California farmers bringing you the freshest, vine and tree ripened fruits and vegetables. Other California agricultural items include fresh meat products, herbs, honey, eggs, whole and shelled nuts, fruit juices, jams, jellies, cut flowers, potted plants, and wine. 11 AM TO 4 PM at THE OAKS SHOPPING CENTER in the EAST END PARKING LOT, Wilbur Road & Oaks Mall Drive, Thousand Oaks. Info: 805-529-6266 or click here Fri, Dec 12: Simi Valley Farmers Market Shop for locally grown farm products such as fruits, flowers, veggies, eggs, nuts and honey! Enjoy fresh-baked bread, assorted live plants and jewelry. 11 am to 3:30 pm at Tapo Canyon and Alamo Street (TGIF/Regal lot). Info: click here Fri, Dec 12: The Dirty Lowdownome out for a night of 70’s & 80’s classics! Songs that make you dance, pump your fist, and remember the best times of your life! 8:30pm, no cover charge, at Harley’s Valley Bowl, 5255 Cochran St, Simi Valley. Info: click here Fri, Dec 12: Ariel Pink – With You Every Night Tour 2025 Dive into Ariel Pink’s surreal, neon-soaked pop as he brings his offbeat hooks and lo-fi dreamscapes to Ventura Music Hall with a full-band set. All ages, doors 7 PM, show 8 PM at Ventura Music Hall, 1888 E Thompson Blvd, Ventura. GA standing room, limited seating. Info/tix: click here Fri, Dec 12: Freaky Friday Dance Party at Breakers Sports Bar & Grill Thousand Oaks’ new party spot kicks off a weekly bash with DJ live at 7:30 PM, then two electrifying party bands starting at 8:00 PM. Dance to 80s flashback bangers and the hottest party hits from Superfreak and The M-80’s, plus DJ sets in between. 398 N Moorpark Rd, Thousand Oaks. Great music, good vibes, and a new place for the 805 to party—see you on the dance floor! Info: click here Fri, Dec 12: A Flock of Seagulls with CHOWBOYCOW (Darren Block) and Virtual Nobodies English new wave and synth-pop hitmakers perform classics like “I Ran (So Far Away),” “Space Age Love Song,” and more in a night of 80s nostalgia. Doors 6 PM, headliner 9 PM at The Canyon, Agoura Hills. Info/tix: click here Fri–Sat, Dec 12–13: Ventura Harbor Parade of Lights “Let It Glow” Ventura Harbor’s biggest event of the year returns with glowing, decorated boats cruising the harbor, carnival rides, kids games, faux snowfall, roaming performers, and a fireworks finale (weather permitting). Festivities start at 4 PM, boat parade at 6:30 PM, fireworks around 8 PM at Ventura Harbor Village, 1583 Spinnaker Dr, Ventura. Parking is a mix of paid harbor/beach lots and free overflow lots with free shuttles 4–10 PM; carpool or rideshare recommended. Info: click here Fri–Sat, Dec 12–13: Reign of Terror – Ho-Ho-HORROR The award-winning haunted house returns for two nights of twisted holiday cheer, with its massive maze reimagined in festive lights, creepy carols, swirling snow, and sinister seasonal scares around every corner. Info: click here Fri–Sun, Dec 12–14: Little House on the Prairie Cast Reunion Step into the warmth of Walnut Grove at this three-day holiday fan celebration with original cast and crew, held among the historic buildings of Strathearn Historical Park. Enjoy meet-and-greets, autographs, photo ops, screenings of classic Christmas episodes and the new documentary “Little House Homecoming,” plus Santa visits, tree decorating, caroling, crafts, vendors, and guided tours of the park. 11 AM–5:30 PM daily at Strathearn Historical Park, 137 Strathearn Pl, Simi Valley. Tickets/info: click here Sat, Dec 13:The Zeros, RAS-1 of Long Beach Dub Allstars (full band), and Gerbil Toys for Tots toy drive event Come down to Rock and Roll Pizza, Simi Valley’s best live music venue for a night of San Diego legends, The Zeros — pioneers of West Coast punk! RAS-1’s career took off as an original member of Long Beach Dub Allstars, a band that rose from the legacy of Sublime. He contributed his talents on guitar and lead vocals, co-writing hits like “Sunny Hours” and creating the classic “Trailer RAS”. Gerbil is the signature So Cal blend of Alt Rock, Ska and Funk. Food & drink specials, $15 cover (cash or Venmo), free parking. 8:30 pm @ Rock and Roll Pizza (harley's Bowl), 5255 Cochran St. Info: click here Sat, Dec 13: Valley Cultural Foundation Holiday Arts & Music Festival Celebrate the season with a fun-filled afternoon featuring holiday shopping from local vendors, free photos with Santa, snow play area, festive music, children’s arts & crafts, and performances by local artists. Plus, support small businesses and enjoy plenty of family-friendly activities. 1:00–4:30pm, Warner Ranch Park (Lou Bredlow Pavilion), 5800 Topanga Canyon Blvd, Woodland Hills. Info: valleycultural.org  Sat, Dec 13: Uncle Floyd's Band with special guest Scott Page (of Pink Floyd) Enjoy two sets of Grateful Dead and Pink Floyd music with renowned saxophonist Scott Page at Gibson’s Neighborhood Bar, 454 E Main St, Ventura. Show starts at 8:00 PM, free entry, all ages welcome. Don't miss a legendary night with music icons at Ventura’s favorite live venue. Info: click here Sat, Dec 13: Queen Nation with The Breakfast Club and Second Sight Experience a high-energy, note-for-note tribute to Queen’s 70s and 80s arena shows from one of the nation’s top Queen tribute acts, plus opening sets of retro hits. Doors 6 PM, headliner 9 PM at The Canyon, Agoura Hills. Info/tix: click here Sat, Dec 13: The Frights with Liily and Buddha Trixie Catch San Diego surf-punk faves The Frights bringing songs from Hypochondriac and more, joined by LA post-punk upstarts Liily and indie rockers Buddha Trixie. All ages, doors 7 PM, show 8 PM at Ventura Music Hall, 1888 E Thompson Blvd, Ventura. GA standing room, limited seating. Info/tix: click here Sun, Dec 14: Depeche Mode Convention with Richard Blade Celebrate all things Depeche Mode at The Avalon in Hollywood with live tribute bands Devotional (feat. Freddie Morales) and Faith & Devotion from San Francisco, plus DJs, DM karaoke, dancing, videos, prizes, and giveaways all night. 6 PM–midnight at Avalon Hollywood, 1735 N Vine St, Los Angeles. Tickets: click here Sun, Dec 14: Reggae Sunday Afternoon w/ Doralee @ Rock & Roll Pizza! Come down to Simi Valley’s best live music venue and enjoy some Reggae music! Of course there's delicious pizza, pasta, drinks, and more. No cover, All ages, 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. @ Harley's Valley Bowl, 5255 Cochran St, Simi Valley. Info: click here Sun, Dec 14: Raymond Michael as Elvis – Blue Christmas Concert Ring in the season with a family-friendly Elvis tribute packed with classics like “Hound Dog,” “Jailhouse Rock,” “Can’t Help Falling in Love,” and “Blue Suede Shoes,” plus holiday favorites in the spirit of “Blue Christmas.” 7:30 PM at Simi Valley Cultural Arts Center, 3050 E Los Angeles Ave, Simi Valley. Info/tix: click here Sun, Dec 14: Holiday Dinner & Tour at the Reagan Library Celebrate the season with a gourmet three-course dinner served beneath Air Force One’s wings, live entertainment, and exclusive after-hours access to the Reagan Museum and “An American Christmas” exhibit. Museum tours available 5:30–7:30 PM. Festive attire suggested. Admission: $82 adults, $35 children (3–10), under 3 free. Reservations required by Dec 10. 40 Presidential Dr, Simi Valley. Info: click here Now through Dec 15: Letters to Santa Drop your holiday wishes in the North Pole Mailbox next to The Annex Food Hall. All children who include a return address get a note back from Santa and Mrs. Claus! Available daily at The Collection at RiverPark, Oxnard. Info: click here Tuesdays through Dec 16: Santa Paws Pet Photo Nights Bring your four-legged family for festive photos with Santa. Every Tuesday evening; reservations required. At The Collection at RiverPark, Oxnard. Info: click here Now thru Dec 24: Photos With Santa Capture the magic with keepsake Santa photos at Santa’s Workshop (between Larsen’s Grill & The Cheesecake Factory). Reservations required. Info/reservations: click here Now thru Dec 31: Gingerbread Scavenger Hunt Grab a map at Guest Services and embark on a gingerbread hunt for holiday prizes at The Collection. Completed entries will be entered into a prize drawing! During center hours at The Collection at RiverPark, Oxnard. Info: click here Holiday Events at Ventura Harbor Village: SEAson’s Greetings Holiday Décor, Shop Small Saturday Special Event, 49th Annual Ventura Harbor Parade of Lights & Fireworks “Let It Glow,” Santa Paddle, Ventura Harbor Village Winter Wonderland & Holiday Marketplace, Light Up The Harbor Chanukah Festival, and more! Info: click here Holiday Events in Lompoc: Lompoc Art Walk, Lompoc Valley Annual Children’s Christmas Season Parade, Breakfast with Santa, Winter Concert at La Purisima Mission, Cabrillo High School Aquarium Open House: SEAsons Greetings, Rock 12 Days of Christmas, Kids Christmas Tea Party at One Room, and Christmas Tea at One Room, and more! Info: click here Santa Rita Hills Lavender Farm A boutique family farm located in the beautiful Santa Rita Hills of California. Immerse yourself amongst a sea of purple. Stop by the family-owned farm store for hand-crafted lavender products like bath salts, balsamic vinegar, culinary sugar, and of course, a variety of fresh-cut flowers. The farm also hosts fun and educational events like their lavender wreath-making class. Now Open From 10am - 4pm; Closed Tuesdays For Farm Maintenance. Located at 1900 Tularosa Road, Lompoc, CA 93436. Info: Text Or Call 805-395-6568 or click here Tue, Dec 16: Rockstar Karaoke @ Rock & Roll Pizza! Come out for a night of karaoke rockin' fun! No cover, 18 +. 9pm-12pm at Rock and Roll Pizza (harley's Bowl) 5255 Cochran St. Info: click here Thu, Dec 18: Thousand Oaks Certified Farmers’ Market Enjoy a wonderful outdoor shopping experience with California farmers bringing you the freshest, vine and tree ripened fruits and vegetables. Other California agricultural items include fresh meat products, herbs, honey, eggs, whole and shelled nuts, fruit juices, jams, jellies, cut flowers, potted plants, and wine. 11 AM TO 4 PM at THE OAKS SHOPPING CENTER in the EAST END PARKING LOT, Wilbur Road & Oaks Mall Drive, Thousand Oaks. Info: 805-529-6266 or click here Thu, Dec 18: Holiday Lunch & Tour at the Reagan Library Indulge in a gourmet holiday lunch with dessert, enjoy “The Nutcracker” performed by Dance Creations, and explore the museum, Air Force One Pavilion, and An American Christmas exhibit. Perfect for friends, families, and company gatherings. Festive attire encouraged. $70/person, reserved seating for groups of ten or more. Reservations required by Dec 15. 12:30 PM at 40 Presidential Dr, Simi Valley. Info: click here Fri, Dec 19: Simi Valley Farmers Market Shop for locally grown farm products such as fruits, flowers, veggies, eggs, nuts and honey! Enjoy fresh-baked bread, assorted live plants and jewelry. 11 am to 3:30 pm at Tapo Canyon and Alamo Street (TGIF/Regal lot). Info: click here Fri, Dec 19: A Very Jerry Christmas #2 Celebrate the holidays with The Deal performing Jerry Garcia Band classics and deep cuts, plus opening set by The Bellotti Brothers. Mrs Olson’s, 115 Los Altos St, Oxnard. Show starts 8 PM, $10 cover, 18+. Vendors on site with unique Deadhead gifts. Don’t miss this epic night with Ashton Slater, Karina Dawn Line, Carolyn Werking, Michael Russek, Jeff Hiller, and Jeffrey Brown. Info: click here Fri-Sat, Dec 20–21: Grateful Weekend Holiday Party & Craft Market Enjoy a free, all-ages holiday gathering with live Grateful Dead and Jerry Garcia tunes from Shambala and an acoustic duo set by Dan Stein and Nate LaPointe, plus a shakedown-style craft market full of locally handmade gifts. Sat 6 PM–late and Sun daytime at Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach, 450 E Harbor Blvd, Ventura. Info: click here Sun, Dec 21: The Music of Jeff Lynne and Electric Light Orchestra @ Club Louie’s Celebrate the timeless songs of Jeff Lynne and ELO at this live concert event, featuring band alumni Marc Mann alongside a stellar lineup performing classics like “Mr. Blue Sky,” “Evil Woman,” and “Don’t Bring Me Down.” With over 27 Top-40 UK hits and enchanting harmonies, ELO’s catalog will be brought to life by David Blasucci, Trent Stroh, Bill Cinque, Chris Ralles, Mandy Williams, Steve Bauman, Marc Mann, Hope Easton, and Edgar Sandoval. 6pm @ Club Louie's, 32001 Agoura Rd, Westlake Village. Info/tix: click here Sun, Dec 21: Menorah Lighting Ceremony at Reagan Library Celebrate Hanukkah with a free outdoor community gathering featuring a ceremonial menorah lighting, crafts for children, live music, and doughnuts (while supplies last). All ages welcome; museum closes at 5 PM. 4:30 PM at 40 Presidential Dr, Simi Valley. Info: click here Wed, Dec 31: Grateful Dead New Year’s Eve Extravaganza Ring in 2026 Dead-style! Mason’s Children headlines with special guests Katie Skene Band and JAX Plays Dead, delivering beloved Grateful Dead classics and inspired jams all night. Celebrate at the Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach’s Top of the Harbor Ballroom with ocean views, a festive community, and midnight champagne toast. 8:00 PM at Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach, 450 E Harbor Blvd, Ventura. Don’t miss Ventura’s biggest New Year’s Dead party—tickets will sell out! Info/tix: click here Wed, Dec 31: New Year’s Eve Celebration at Reagan Library Ring in 2026 in style beneath Air Force One! Enjoy a gourmet dinner, midnight champagne toast, live music by The Platinum Groove (ballroom, disco, Motown, and more), party favors, and exclusive access to the American Christmas exhibit. Cocktail attire suggested. Early bird tickets: $185 general, $215 VIP (preferred seating, wine service); prices increase after Dec 15. 21+ only. 40 Presidential Dr, Simi Valley. Details: click here Sun, Jan 4: Legends of Soul- Every Woman – Harmony for Hunger Concert Celebrate the New Year and support Meals on Wheels with a soul revue featuring Freddie Pool, Hazel Payne, and Patryce "Choc'let" Banks. 2:00 PM at Santa Susana Performing Arts Center, 3570 Cochran St, Simi Valley. Tickets: $45–$75. Info/Tix: click here Wed, Jan 7–Sat, Feb 7: Ventura Vegan Chef Challenge Explore a month of brand-new plant-based dishes as restaurants across Ventura roll out special vegan menus, inviting diners to taste, rate, and share their favorites on social media. Open to everyone (not just vegans), the challenge highlights creative local chefs, builds community, and offers volunteer opportunities for those who want to help with outreach and events. Info, participating restaurants, and volunteer sign-ups: click here Mon, Feb 2: Dark Star Orchestra The premier Grateful Dead tribute returns, recreating classic Dead setlists and deep cuts with the feel and energy of the original shows. All ages, doors 6 PM, show 7 PM at Ventura Music Hall, 1888 E Thompson Blvd. Info/tix: click here Fri, Feb 13: Shaky Feelin’ & Zoo People High-energy Ventura jam band Shaky Feelin’ teams up with Zoo People for a night of rock, funk, and improvisation at Ventura Music Hall. All ages, doors 7 PM, show 8 PM at 1888 E Thompson Blvd, Ventura. Info/tix: click here Fri, Feb 27: Johnny Cash Birthday Bash with Mighty Cash Cats Celebrate the Man in Black at Copper Blues in The Collection as California Music Hall of Fame band Mighty Cash Cats returns from their Asia tour to play decades of Johnny Cash hits and classic Johnny & June duets. The night honors former Ventura resident Johnny Cash with surprise guests, tributes, and plenty of 805 pride at 591 Collection Blvd, Oxnard, 7 PM.Info: click here Sun, Mar 15: California Young Artists Symphony – Mendelssohn’s Psalm 42, Sibelius 4, and Strauss’ Macbeth Experience the season’s capstone concert with CYAS musicians from premier Southern California music schools, joined by the Conejo Valley Choral Society. Maestro Alexander Tseitlin conducts an inspiring program at Rothenberg Hall, The Huntington, Pasadena. 6:00 PM. Tickets/info: cyasymphony.org Island Packer Cruises Excursions with regular trips for day visitors and campers to the Channel Islands National Park.  The boat departs from Ventura Harbor Village off of California Highway 101. Info: click here  Daily departures to the Channel Islands National Park from Ventura Harbor Village, including Winter Whale Watching Excursions through April 2025. Book your spot today to view these magnificent mammals at www.islandpackers.com. A variety of trips through the summer.  Special trips include a visit to the Painted Cave, one of the largest known sea caves in the world as well as multi-island day trips and inter-island camper shuttles to expose visitors to the great diversity of the Channel Islands.  Spring time is the best time of year to view wildflowers on all of the islands.  For camping rates, regular schedules, rates and special trips visit: www.islandpackers.com The Ultimate Escape Rooms are a fun, physical, adventurous way to challenge your mind. Each room has a different theme. There are up to ten people in each room depending on which room you book; when the door locks you have 60 minutes to solve a series of puzzles using the elements of the room. Can U Escape? Reservations recommended; gift certificates available. Sun-Thur 11am-9:45pm, Fri-Sat 11am-10pm Ventura Harbor Village, 1591 Spinnaker Drive #117 C, in Ventura. Info:​​ 805-256-6600 or click here Ongoing, Saturdays: The Camarillo Hospice Certified Farmers Market 8am until noon in the parking lot of the County of Ventura Senior Nutrition Center, at 2220 Ventura Blvd., on the south side of the Boulevard, between Elm Drive and Fir Street. Info: 389-6870 or visit the site Do you have an event you'd like to add to our site & list? Email your event details to: [email protected] 805CALENDAR.com is made possible by contributions from our fine sponsors. Please consider giving them your support when making your buying decisions, and please tell them you saw their ad here! Become a sponsor! Email [email protected] to to learn about advertising opportunities.

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