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From the national award winning California Strawberry Festival in May to the spicy Salsa Festival in July, Oxnard sure knows how to celebrate!  Every season brings its own calendar of events and programs!

Whale watching season runs from late December through mid-April with the Celebration of Whales in March. Summer-time brings outdoor summer concerts, air shows, car shows and festivals of every flavor. The Autumn home tour arrives in September, and then in December ... it's all about lights! The Parade of Lights at the harbor, Christmas Tree Lane in Oxnard's historic district, and the Winter Fantasy & Light Show in downtown Oxnard.

See a list of events for the week that you will be visiting by clicking the white arrows on the calendar on the right.

Week of: Jul. 07/25/2010 - 07/31/2010
Oxnard P.A.L. Community Cinema
Film Festival
June 19, 2010 - September 10, 2010 Recurring weekly on Friday, Saturday
Dusk
Oxnard Public Parks
Various Parks in Oxnard
Oxnard, CA


Phone: (805) 385-8230
Admission: FREE
Handicap Accessible
Children Welcome
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Gather your friends, family and neighbors for a "walk-in" movie experience in the park at dusk.  The giant inflatable movie screen and incredible speakers make for great viewing and movie watching pleasure.  Bring a blanket or lawn chair to sit on.  Popcorn and other treats will be sold at each park.

View the movie schedule

Movies play either on a Friday OR Saturday, not both.  See schedule for details.  Movies are subject to change. 

For a map of the parks, google "Oxnard, CA" and if you zoom in you can see them listed in the green areas.  East Park is north of the 101 freeway and west of Vineyard in the RiverPark neighborhood (not shown as neighborhood is new).

Citrus Classic Balloon Festival
Citrus Classic Balloon Festival
Festival/ Fair
July 30, 2010 - July 31, 2010 Recurring daily
FRIDAY July 30 - 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m., SATURDAY July 31 - 5:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.

18249 East Telegraph Rd
Santa Paula, CA 93060


Phone: (805) 988-0717
Admission: Advance tickets are $7 per adult ($10 at gate), $3 per youth ages 5 to 14 ($5 at gate). Kids under five are free. Buy tickets in advance at the California Welcome Center in Oxnard.
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Festival goers will be in for an "uplifting" experience during the Second Annual Citrus Classic Balloon Festival Friday and Saturday July 30 & 31 in Santa Paula. They'll see hot air balloons illuminate at sunset, ascend in the early morning hours to compete in races over avocado and citrus groves toward the Pacific Ocean. The festival will also feature live music, wine and beer garden, a youth soccer clinic, car show, kids' activities, tethered balloon rides, art and craft vendors and food and souvenir booths.

Tickets can be purchased at the gate or in advance through the California Welcome Center in Oxnard (805) 988-0717.  Proceeds go to the Santa Paula Community Fund.

McNish Classic Wooden Boat Race
Sporting Event
July 31, 2010
Race starts at 12noon Saturday
Pacific Corinthian Yacht Club
2600 South Harbor Blvd.
Oxnard , CA 93035


Phone: (805) 985-7292
Admission: FREE
Handicap Accessible
Children Welcome
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The annual California McNish Classic Yacht Race will sail into Channel Islands Harbor.

The boats will be anchored at the guest docks of the Pacific Corinthian Yacht Club, open to the public for viewing on Friday.

The race starts on Saturday, from Oil Island "Gina," up the coast to a marker outside of Ventura harbor and proceeds down the coast to another marker off of the Mandalay Generating Station and back to Channel Islands Harbor, outside of the breakwater. The slower vessels will depart first followed by the faster boats, with the last boat departing at approximately 1:30 p.m.

The public can observe the race's finish at the end of the Harbor Boulevard jetty entrance or at Hollywood Beach.

Ongoing Events
Whale and Wildlife Viewing & Kayaking Adventures
Whale and Wildlife Viewing & Kayaking Adventures
Tour
December 05, 2009 (No End Date) Recurring daily
Varies by concessionaire
Channel Islands Harbor
3900 Pelican Way
Oxnard, CA 93035


Children Welcome
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Oxnard is blessed to have the Channel Islands National Park and Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary just off our coast.  Year-round there are boat trips that take you out to the island of your choice or on a wildlife sighting adventure.  There are even docent led tours available.

At the top of the page, click Visitors and then Beaches/ Harbor or Recreation to find a company that can take you out there.

Call for more details including departure times, seasonal schedule and rates.

Wine, Chocolate and Cheese Tour
Wine, Chocolate and Cheese Tour
Tour
December 05, 2009 (No End Date) Recurring weekly on Saturday, Sunday
11:00 a.m.
California Welcome Center
Pick up at 1000 Town Center Drive, Suite 135
Oxnard, CA 93036


Phone: (805) 988-0717
Admission: $75.00 per person

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New taste bud tickling tours presented by the Oxnard Convention & Visitors Bureau! Enjoy delicious wines, delectable chocolate, and delightful cheeses!  Some of the wineries on the tours are members of the Ventura County Wine Trail.

Text WINETOURS to 69852 for updates and specials!

Tours are EVERY weekend, Saturday and Sunday 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.  $75.00 per person.
24-hour advance reservations required.  Call (805) 988-0717.  Departs the California Welcome Center, Oxnard.

Saturday tours include:
-Heritage Square
-Rancho Ventavo Cellars
-La Dolce Vita Restaurant
-Wine Rack
-Bella Victorian Vineyard
-Consensio Cellars
 Sunday tours include:
-Heritage Square
-Rancho Ventavo Cellars
-La Dolce Vita Restaurant
-Herzog Wine Cellars
-Bella Victorian Vineyard
-Consensio Cellars

Must be 21 or older to take the tour.
Hotel packages available
Itinerary subject to change.

Channel Islands Harbor Farmers Market
Channel Islands Harbor Farmers Market
Farmer's Market
December 06, 2009 (No End Date) Recurring weekly on Sunday
Every Sunday, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Channel Islands Harbor Farmers Market
3600 S. Harbor Blvd.
Oxnard, CA 93035


Phone: (805) 643-6458
Admission: Free
Handicap Accessible
Children Welcome
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Local farm fresh produce, fruits, plants, flowers, fresh seafood, bakery, cheese, nuts, BBQ, arts and crafts, entertainment and more.

Pets not allowed.

Downtown Oxnard Farmers Market
Downtown Oxnard Farmers Market
Farmer's Market
January 07, 2010 (No End Date) Recurring weekly on Thursday
9:30 am to 1:00 pm
Downtown Oxnard Farmers Market
Plaza Park - Fifth & "B" Streets
Oxnard, CA 93030


Phone: (805) 483-7960
Admission: Free
Handicap Accessible
Children Welcome
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Fresh produce, flowers, baked goods and plants

Wine, Dine and Play
Play
April 30, 2010 (No End Date) Recurring weekly on Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Varies by show
Heritage Square
715 South A Street
Oxnard, CA 93030


Phone: (805) 486-6878
Admission: $49.00
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Experience a great evening or afternoon at Heritage Square with this special.Wine Tasting at Rancho Ventavo Wine Cellers,Dinner and dessert at La Dolce Vita Restaurant and a play at the Elite Theatre Company all for $49.00 per person

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Heritage Square Summer Concerts
Heritage Square Summer Concerts
Music
June 11, 2010 - August 20, 2010 Recurring weekly on Friday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Heritage Square
715 South A Street
Oxnard, CA 93030


Phone: (805) 483-7960
Admission: FREE Lawn Seating, $5/chair, $40-$60/table
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Children Welcome
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Get up and dance to a wide variety of music from latin, jazz, reggae, rock  to big bands at historic Heritage Square in downtown Oxnard.  Friday evening summertime concerts are fun for the whole family.   Refreshments are available.  Seating is by reservation for a table, and first come first served on lawn or chairs.

6/11 - Nuestro/ Latin Jazz
6/18 - House Arrest/ 60's-80's Dance Band
6/25 - Tony Ybarra/ Flamenco Latino
7/2 - Spice/ R&B Latin & Smooth Jazz
7/9 - "1969" A Woodstock Tribute
7/16 - Acadiana with Teresa Russell/ Cajun 'n Zydeco
7/23 - Chico/ Salsa to Swing
7/30 - Myst/ Classic Rock & Rock Espanol
8/6 - Cuppa Joe/ Eclectic Acoustic Music
8/13 - Soul City Survivors (tentative)/  Hot Buttered Soul
8/20 - Supper Club Concert

Concerts by the Sea
Music
July 03, 2010 - August 28, 2010 Recurring weekly on Saturday
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Channel Islands Harbor
3900 Pelican Way
Oxnard, CA 93035


Phone: (805) 985-4852
Admission: FREE
Handicap Accessible
Children Welcome
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Set against a summer sky with the sparking ocean water as the backdrop, visitors can enjoy a multitude of musical selections with the "Concerts by the Sea" Summer Concert Series. A wide array of musical entertainment is offered including Rock, R&B, Jazz, Blues, Cajun Zydeco and Swing. 

Arts 4 You - Youth Summer Program
Play
July 10, 2010 - September 02, 2010 Recurring weekly on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Varies per program
Elite Theatre Company
Heritage Square
730 South B Street
Oxnard, CA 93030


Admission: $40.00 per workshop
Children Welcome
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YOUTH ACTING (ages 8-12)
T, W, Th, Fri - 7/13 - 7/16 4 - 6 pm
T, W, Th,  Fri - 7/20 - 7/234 - 6 pm

IMPROV 4 KIDS (ages 8-18)
T & Th - 7/13 - 8/5  1 - 3 pm

ORGANIC ACTING (ages 8 - 18)
A.  How to Audition
B.  Scene Study
Wed  -  7/14 - 8/11 1 - 3 pm

PLAY WRITING I (ages 13 - 14)
Tu -  7/27 - 8/31  4 - 6 pm

PLAY WRITING II (ages 11 - 18)
Th - 7/29 - 9/2  4 - 6 pm

ADVANCED ACTING (ages 12-18)
A.  Advanced Scene Study
B.  Character Development
Fri -  7/16 - 8/13  1 - 3 pm

STAGE MAKEUP (ages 11 - 18)
Wed - 7/12 - 8/2  4 - 6 pm
(additional charge for supplies)

COSTUME MAKING (ages 11 - 18)
SAT -  7/10 - 8/7  2 - 5 pm
(additional cost for supplies)

For additional information and/or registration go to www.elitetheatre.org  and click on "Special Events" or call 805-256-4000

 
 
 
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