Oxnard Events
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. Annually Oxnard hosts International Restaurant Week in January. Summer-time brings free outdoor summer concerts, air shows, car shows and festivals of every flavor. The Autumn Historic Home Tour arrives in September, and then in December ... it's all about lights! The Parade of Lights in the harbor, Christmas Tree Lane in Oxnard's historic district, and the Winter Fantasy & Light Show in downtown Oxnard.
*To see a list of events for the week that you will be visiting, click the white arrows on the calendar week on the right.
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Naturalist Led Hike
Tour
February 23, 2013 — June 22, 2013 Recurring monthly on the 4th Saturday10AM-2PM
Ormond Beach and Santa Clara River
Admission: FREE
Hikes are FREE and open to the public. Please meet on site at 10 AM. Please carpool if possible. A professional from Naturalist For You will be leading the hike. Rules will be presented at the beginning of each hike. Participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Hikes will end at noon and the hiking difficulty will be easy except at Santa Clara River West. Santa Clara River West is a more difficult hike that includes river crossing, elevation gain, and will end at 2... PM. Hikes are dependent upon the weather.
SCHEDULE
02/23/2013 - Ormond Beach West
03/23/2013 - Santa Clara River East
04/27/2013 - Ormond Beach East
05/25/2013 - Santa Clara River West
06/22/2013 - Ormond Beach West
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
Santa Clara River East (east Santa Paula)
From CA-126 in Santa Paula
Turn south onto Hallock Dr.
Continue to dead-end and park near gate
Santa Clara River West (west Santa Paula)
From CA-126 in Santa Paula
Exit at Briggs Rd. and drive south
Turn Right on Pinkerton Rd.
Turn Left on Mission Rock Rd.
Continue to dead-end and park near gate
Ormond Beach East (south Oxnard)
From US-101 in Oxnard
Exit at Oxnard Blvd. and drive south
Continue straight onto Saviers Rd.
Turn Left on Hueneme Rd.
Turn Right on Arnold Rd.
Continue to parking lot near gate
Ormond Beach West (south Oxnard)
From US-101 in Oxnard
Exit at Oxnard Blvd. and drive south
Continue straight onto Saviers Rd.
Turn Left on Hueneme Rd.
Turn Right on Arcturus Ave.
Turn Right on McWane Blvd.
Continue to dead-end and park near gate
MORE INFO
To find out more about The Nature Conservancy's LA/Ventura Project please visit:
http://www.nature.org/california
The Nature Conservancy
LA/Ventura Project
Land Manager
Cell: 805-535-5533
To find out more about Naturalist For You please visit:
http://www.naturalist-for-you.org/
Naturalist For You
Director/Lead Naturalist
714-649-9084
NAUTICA 2013
Art Exhibit
May 03, 2013 — July 01, 2013 Recurring dailyDaily 11:00 - 5:00
Channel Islands Maritime Museum
3900 Blue Fin Circle
Oxnard, CA 93035
Contact: Jackie Cavish
Phone: (805) 984-6260
Admission: $0.00-$5.00
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NAUTICA 2013 PRESENTED BY CHANNEL ISLANDS MARITIME MUSEUM CONTEMPORARY MARINE ART EXHIBIT - See art by Ventura County’s outstanding artists presented in our newly opened 2nd deck gallery. Exhibit runs from May 3 to July 1, 2013 Awards Reception: 4-6 pm, Saturday, May 11, 2013. Come and meet the artists, and enjoy some refreshments. The awards will be presented at 5:00 pm. Entry is free to the Awards Reception. Admission: $5 Adults, $4 Seniors (62+), $2 Children (6-17). Entrance is free with membership. Admission is free the third Thursday of every month.
Wet Wednesdays Gourmet Food Trucks
Cultural/ Culinary/ Wine
(No End Date) Recurring monthly on the 3rd Wednesday5-9:30PM
Marine Emporium Landing
3600 S. Harbor Blvd.
Oxnard, CA 93035
Phone: (805) 985-5828
Admission: FREE
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Children Welcome
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Gourmet food trucks, live entertainment, and all happening waterside in the Channel Islands Harbor! For a list of confirmed trucks, Like Marine Emporium Landing on facebook and check their website.
Tallship Institute Kids Summer Camp
Other
June 10, 2013 — August 24, 2013 Recurring dailyAmerican Tall Ship Institute
3600 S. Harbor Blvd.
Docked behind Marine Emporium Landing
Oxnard, CA 93035
Contact: Donna Reed
Phone: (805) 901-0585
Children Welcome
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EXTREME Explorers 6 Day Camp: This exploratory and fun filled week starts with a full day sail transit aboard the tallship, Bill of Rights, to Santa Cruz Island in the Channel Islands National Park. Adventures included are at least 3 days of living aboard a tallship, 2 days of camping, night sailing, snorkeling ship wrecks, kayaking, and exploring the Island. Campers will learn sailing and marine sciences while on board the ship, and learn geology and archeology while exploring the Island. This is an opportunity learn about the wildlife that can only be found on this island, the effects of human habitation, the importance of conservation, and have a series of adventures that are likely to affect your child positively for life. Camps are $675 per child. There may be space for parents; feel free to inquire.
2013 Extreme Explorers 6 Day Camps
June 10-15; July 15-20; August 19-24
3 Day Explorer Camp
August 7-9 for only $375 * Note: This trip will be divided into 2 groups. One group will camp the island, and one will stay on board the tallship, Bill of Rights.
Whole Foods Market Oxnard Grand Opening
Cultural/ Culinary/ Wine
June 19, 20139:00am - 10:00pm
Whole Foods
650 Town Center Drive
Oxnard`, CA 93036
Phone: (512) 477-4455
Admission: FREE
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“Bread Breaking Ceremony” to celebrate the Grand Opening of the new Whole Foods Market Oxnard. The community’s newest specialty market, culinary destination and hang out will host a variety of events following the grand opening to give people an opportunity to sample the store’s offerings and take some goodies home. Be among the first 300 customers in line for the 9:00 a.m. “bread breaking ceremony” to receive a complimentary demi-baguette. There will also be delicious food & wine tastings throughout the day, local vendor demonstrations and Happy Hour specials in the Bar Rincon.
Ventura County Wine Trail Celebration
Cultural/ Culinary/ Wine
June 20, 20135:30-8:30pm
The Collection at RiverPark
2751 Park View Court
Oxnard, California 93036
Admission: $40 per person/ $50 at the door
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Indulge your senses at the Sixth Annual Ventura County Wine Trail Celebration, to be held at The Collection of RiverPark's Park View Court, adorned with the artwork of Michael Amesuca. Enjoy the latest releases from 17 of Ventura County's local boutique wineries and meet the wine makers behind them. Come hungry, because there also will be the best in local cuisine fresh from the area's finest restaurants, whose chefs will prepare their signature dishes onsite. Finally, such a celebration would not be complete without some good music - The Shoemakers Brothers are a local favorite who have gained a reputation as one of the best live performing bands around. This event is open to the public - ages 21 and up.
Stay at the Hilton Garden Inn Hotel for $119 and get FREE shuttle service to and fro the event!
Summer Concerts at Historic Heritage Square
Music
June 21, 2013 — August 30, 2013 Recurring weekly on Friday6PM - 8PM
Heritage Square
715 South A Street
Oxnard, CA 93030
Phone: (805) 483-7960
Admission: FREE Lawn Seating
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Enjoy a wide variety of Music from Latin to jazz to big bands at historic Heritage Square in downtown Oxnard on Friday evenings. Known as the "Hollywood Bowl of Oxnard." Heritage Square is comprised of a group of 1800's era Victorian houses.
Lawn seating is free, chairs $5, tables additional.
ROCK The Collection: Summer Concert Series
Music
June 22, 2013 — August 31, 2013 Recurring weekly on Saturday6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
The Collection at RiverPark
Town Center Park
Oxnard, ca 93036
Contact: The Collection at RiverPark
Phone: (858) 526-6650
Admission: FREE
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Children Welcome
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ROCK The Collection FREE Summer Concert Series Saturdays - 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. June 22 - August 31, 2013. ROCK The Collection is an 11 week concert series featuring fun, hip, lively music from Tribute bands, Reggae, Country to Soul and Rock. This concert series will make you get up and dance!
June 22 -- King of Pop -- Michael Jackson Tribute
June 29 -- Dirty Rice (Reggae)
July 6 -- Paperback Writer -- The Beatles Experience
July 13 -- Captain Cardiac and the Coronaries (Old Time Rock 'n Roll)
July 20 - Ray Fresco (Rock and World Music)
July 27 -- The Mini Drive Band (Rock Retro Tribute)
Aug. 3 -- Jeff Hershey and the Heartbeats (Soul Music)
Aug. 10 -- Spencer the Gardener (Eclectic Pop & Rock)
Aug. 17 -- Carmen and the Renegade Vigilantes (Country Tribute)
Aug. 24 -- The DSB Band -- Journey Tribute
Aug. 31 -- L.A. Vation -- U2 Tribute
Vintage Trailer Show
Other
June 22, 201310AM-3PM
Murphy Auto Museum
2230 Statham Blvd.
Oxnard, CA 93030
Phone: (805) 487-4333
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A private collection of 10+ vintage travel trailers from Shasta, Airstream, Ranger, Fireball, Cardinal, Silver Streaks and more! Owners onsite providing tours. Contest too!
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Downtown Oxnard Farmers Market
Farmer's Market
(No End Date) Recurring weekly on Thursday9:30 am to 2:00 pm
Downtown Oxnard Farmers Market
5th & B Streets at Plaza Park
Oxnard, CA 93030
Phone: (805) 483-7960
Admission: Free
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Local fresh produce, flowers, baked goods and plants. Often live music too! Great lunch stop.
Channel Islands Harbor Farmers Market
Farmer's Market
(No End Date) Recurring weekly on SundayEvery 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
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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.
Monday Night Foreign Films
Cultural/ Culinary/ Wine
(No End Date) Recurring monthly on the 3rd Monday6:30 p.m.
Plaza Cinemas 14
255 W. 5th St.
Centennial Plaza
Oxnard, CA 93030
Phone: (805) 798-0830
Admission: General Admission $9.75, Seniors $6.25
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The Downtown Center for the Arts proudly presents the Monday Night Foreign Film Series. An ongoing showing of foreign films (subtitles included) on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month. Films are shown at Plaza Cinemas in Downtown Oxnard.
A list of upcoming shows can be found on their website.
OUR MISSION - Founded in November 2006, the mission of the nonprofit Oxnard Film Society is to develop programs that promote cross-cultural understanding through the universal language of the arts.
Cooking Classes at La Dolce Vita
Cultural/ Culinary/ Wine
(No End Date) Recurring monthly on the 4th SaturdayCall for hours.
La Dolce Vita Ristorante and Lounge
740 South B Street
Oxnard, CA 93030
Contact: La Dolce Vita
Phone: (805) 486-6878
Admission: $55 per person
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Don't miss an opportunity to learn culinary secrets at La Dolce Vita Restaurant taught by Owner and Executive Chef Michelle. Classes may also include guest chefs. Classes are scheduled from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. every 4th Saturday of the month and are very popular. Classes must be prepaid. The culinary experience includes your meal, a glass of wine, and hands on training (not just watching!). Call for menu details and reservations. We have had over 85 classes so far and everybody is raving about them!
The Dinner Detective
Cultural/ Culinary/ Wine
April 27, 2013 — December 28, 2013 Recurring weekly on Saturday6:15pm - 9:30pm
Hilton Garden Inn/ Adagio Bella Gardens
Contact: Box Office
Phone: (888) 963-9123
Admission: $59.95 and up
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The Dinner Detective® is America’s LARGEST murder mystery comedy dinner show! You’ll solve a hilarious murder case while you enjoy a fantastic four-course plated dinner. A tantalizing Prize Package awaits our Top Sleuth of the evening. But be careful! In this show, EVERYONE is a suspect, even YOU, and the killer might be at your table!
