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# Ventura County Coast: Visitor Information and Events Guide

Jump In and Buckle Up Itineraries Good Vibes Ahead Find Your Vibe Outdoor Adventures Get Outside Sunshine and Smiles Make Memories Road Trips Good Vibes Outdoor Lover Family Fun Find Your Vibe Book Your Stay WELCOME TO VENTURA COUNTY COAST For travelers craving sunshine, good vibes, outdoor adventure and family fun, Ventura County Coast has it all.  The region encompasses four unique city destinations with surf-town vibes and small-town charm. Camarillo, Oxnard, Ventura and Port Hueneme each convey the quintessential “California State of Mind” without breaking the bank. Additionally, just a short distance off the coast you can also explore and discover Channel Islands National Park, one of North America’s magical treasures. THINGS TO DO Family Fun Family fun with coastal vibes. We have everything from family friendly outdoor activities to fun and free things to do while visiting Ventura County Coast. Be inspired and have fun. View now Outdoor Experiences If you love the outdoors, then you’ll love Ventura County Coast. Outdoor adventure is what we’re all about, from land, sea, and air with year round great weather. View now Road Trips Ventura County Coast is a great destination to see on your California road-trip. Explore road trip itineraries by season, activity, or vibe. Start planning your ultimate road-trip. View now Leisure Seeking good vibes only? Explore our endless supply of leisurely activities to relax and recharge in a coastal paradise. Sunglasses optional. View now Eat and Drink Ventura County Coast is home to a wide selection of restaurants, breweries, and wineries. Whether your looking for quintessential California cuisine or international fare, the coast offers up savory options to choose from. View now For Music Lovers From festivals to venues, the coast’s music scene offers up lively performances by today’s top artists, past and present. Start planning your getaway now. View now Upcoming Events Upcoming Events September 2, 2026 Katchafire 2026 World Tour Experience the uniquely smooth sound of world-renowned roots-reggae band: Katchafire. Read more chevron-right September 5 – 6, 2026 C Street Classic Surf Contest Bring your camera and witness some of the best surfers on the coast show off their amazing skills. Read more chevron-right September 5 – 6, 2026 Aloha Beach Festival The Aloha Beach Festival hosts a fun aloha-style surfing event, paddle-board race, outrigger canoes, along with local Hawaiian dancers, local surf, reggae, and really cool vibes. Read more chevron-right September 12 – 13, 2026 Ventura Art & Chalk Festival Celebrate street art, crafts, and live music at Ventura Harbor Village. Read more chevron-right September 11 – 13, 2026 Ventura Harvest Festival Spend the day, seaside for original art, crafts, live entertainment, and a special appearance with Lilo and Stitch. Read more chevron-right September 19, 2026 Chowderfest Sip, savor, and celebrate artisan chowders from the region’s top eateries while sipping craft brews and wines. Read more chevron-right September 19, 2026 Seaside Movie Nights: Shrek More Information For more event information, please visit the official event website by clicking the button below. About Ventura A place that embodies a casual soul and unexpected allure, Ventura is a vibrant town that checks stress and pretense at the door. Its artistic culture, enduring history and privileged locale is inviting, very much alive,… Read more chevron-right September 20, 2026 Boots & Brews Country Music Festival 2026 2026 Boots and Brews Country Music Festival is back in Ventura with Bailey Zimmerman and Rodney Atkins. Read more chevron-right September 26, 2026 Banana Festival Go Bananas at the Port with tasty banana treats, local bands, and the cool ocean breezes! Read more chevron-right September 26 – 27, 2026 ArtWalk Ventura Celebrate the region’s visual and performing arts at ArtWalk Ventura with live music, popup art displays, dance, and theater. Read more chevron-right September 26 – October 31, 2026 28th Annual Fall Harvest Festival Official Event Information For more event information, please visit the official event website by clicking the button below. Read more chevron-right September 27, 2026 Adolfo Camarillo Birthday Celebration Celebrate history and culture at Camarillo Ranch with festive performances, birthday cake, and fun for all ages. Read more chevron-right October 2 – 4, 2026 Oktoberfest at Ventura County Fairgrounds Experience a weekend of craft brews, Bevarian fare, and live entertainment at Ventura County Fairground’s first Oktoberfest! Read more chevron-right October 3, 2026 29th Annual Multicultural Festival Join us in Downtown Oxnard to celebrate the city’s diverse culture and heritage. Read more chevron-right October 10 – 11, 2026 Seaside Highland Games Scottish Festival Celebrate Scottish heritage with festivities, folk dance, bag pipes, and highland games. Read more chevron-right October 14, 2026 Turnstile Live in Concert (with Pennywise & Die Spitz) Turnstile’s “The Never Ending Tour Pt. 2” comes to Ventura with the legendary Pennywise and the explosive sound of Die Spitz. Read more chevron-right October 15 – 18, 2026 Ventura Music Festival The mission of the Ventura Music Festival is to bring world-class music to the community, foster audience-artist relationships, and enhance the joy of music through diverse offerings for all ages. Read more chevron-right October 17, 2026 El Panteón – Celebrating Dia de los Muertos Journey through Mexican culture, community, and family ties with festivities, performing arts, and colorful displays! Read more chevron-right October 22, 2026 Black Flag Live in Concert Black Flag is one of the most important bands in American history with their hardcore sound that’s defined music genres for decades. Read more chevron-right October 23, 2026 WAR in Concert at Oxnard Performing Arts Center WAR is set to perform legendary hits such as Low Rider, The Cisco Kid, and more with Latin Jazz legend Poncho Sanchez in Oxnard. Read more chevron-right October 24, 2026 Bloodsuckers Ball at The Majestic Ventura Theater Enjoy an evening of “bloodlust and gothic elegance” with a bloodthirsty cast of performers, dark displays, cocktails, and photo ops. Read more chevron-right October 24, 2026 2026 Parade of Frights A spooky good event with a Halloween twist to our traditional Parade of Lights events. Bring the kiddos for scavenger hunts and activities! Read more chevron-right October 25, 2026 Dia de los Muertos Community Altar Celebrate the cycle of life at the OPAC Dia de Los Muertos Community Altar in Downtown Oxnard. Read more chevron-right October 24 – 25, 2026 Brick Convention Ventura: Lego Fan Event Calling all Lego lovers and collectors far and wide. “The Greatest Lego Event on Earth” is coming to Ventura! Read more chevron-right October 31, 2026 Camarillo Old Town Boo Fest Get your little ghouls and goblins and head on over to Camarillo Old Town’s 11th Annual Boo Fest! Read more chevron-right October 31 – November 1, 2026 Dia de los Muertos Downtown Ventura Celebrate Day of the Dead in Downtown Ventura with live performances, art exhibits, ofrendas and more! Read more chevron-right November 7, 2026 Glitter & Gold Gala Join us for an evening of elegance with live entertainment, performances, and dancing at Ventura Beach. Read more chevron-right November 27 – 28, 2026 85th Turkey Night Grand Prix Join us for one of the nation’s longest running Thanksgiving traditions, at the 84th Annual Turkey Night Grand Prix. Read more chevron-right December 5, 2026 Camarillo Old Town Glow Holiday Walk Savor, sip, and stroll through Camarillo Old Town decorated with spectacular holiday lights and displays. Read more chevron-right December 5, 2026 Winter Wine Walk California’s largest Wine Walk and Street Fair returns! Sip, sing, and shop your way through a Holiday spirit-filled Downtown Ventura! Snowfall transforms Main St. into a Winter Wonderland. Read more chevron-right December 6 – 26, 2026 Christmas Tree Lane in Historic Downtown Oxnard Get ready for an evening of holiday enchantment and dazzling displays in Historic Downtown Oxnard’s Christmas Tree Lane. Read more chevron-right December 11 – 14, 2026 Zoppe, an Italian Family Circus Get ready for high flying acrobatics, dramatic story telling with a family tradition that spans two centuries and two continents. Read more chevron-right December 13, 2026 Santa to the Sea Half Marathon Get into Christmas Spirit at the Santa to the Sea Half Marathon in Oxnard. Read more chevron-right December 19, 2026 Who’s Bad: The Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience The ultimate Michael Jackson experience comes to Ventura for one night. Read more chevron-right January 22, 2027 E-40 With DJ Quik & Mack 10 Experience the genius of three hip hop legends at the Oxnard Performing Arts Center. Read more chevron-right January 30, 2027 Lisa Lisa & Trinere Lisa Lisa and Trinere are coming to Oxnard for an evening of epic hits and music that defined a generation. Read more chevron-right February 20, 2027 George Lopez at the Majestic Ventura Theater Comedy legend George Lopez returns to Ventura for an evening of roaring laughter and good vibes. Read more chevron-right February 21, 2027 2027 Ventura Marathon Qualify for the Boston Marathon on a fast, mostly downhill course running from the Ojai Valley down to the Ventura Coast. Read more chevron-right April 30 – May 1, 2027 JACKALOPE BLOCK PARTY Ventura Watch world class skaters compete at the JACKALOPE Block Party in Downtown Ventura. Read more chevron-right May 2027 (TBA) California Strawberry Festival The California Strawberry Festival is back in 2026 at the Ventura County Fairgrounds. Read more chevron-right June 6, 2027 Casa Pacifica Angels Wine, Food, & Brew Festival Indulge in flavorful delicacies and sweet treats at Ventura County’s premier Food, Wine, and Brew Festivals located at Cal State University Channel Islands. Read more chevron-right July 2027 (TBA) Dallas Cowboys Training Camp Dallas Cowboys Training Camp is back for the summer. Get ready for some football! Read more chevron-right August 2027 (TBA) Wings Over Camarillo Watch spectacular aviation performances and more! Wings Over Camarillo Air Show returns to Camarillo Airport with more G’s than ever before. Read more chevron-right View More Events PLACES TO STAY Find over 60 accommodations ranging from hotels, motels, inns, and RV parks in the region. Book Your Stay Four Cities. Endless Fun. Camarillo map-dot Oxnard map-dot Ventura map-dot Port Hueneme map-dot Channel Islands National Park map-dot Getting Here arrow-right Highlights Camarillo To-Do Camarillo Vibe » Things To Do in Camarillo » Food and Drink » Oxnard To-Do Oxnard Vibe » Things To Do in Oxnard » Food and Drink » Ventura To-Do Ventura Vibe » Things To Do in Ventura » Food and Drink » Port Hueneme To-Do Port Hueneme Vibe » Things To Do in Port Hueneme » Food and Drink » Channel Islands To-Do Channel Islands National Park, one of North America’s Magical Treasures » How to Get Here! » Scuba Dive Channel Islands' Kelp Forest » Must-do Water Activities in Ventura County Coast » Hiking in Ventura County Coast » Enter to win a 3 night stay at the hotel of your choice of 60+ overnight accommodations in Ventura County Coast! Enter to Win Find Your Vibe Not exactly sure what you’re looking for? No problem! Take our Find Your Vibe Quiz and we’ll guide you through activities and destinations tailored to you. search Find Your Vibe Quiz arrow-right forest Outdoor Lover arrow-right family Family Adventure arrow-right drink Good Vibe Seeker arrow-right Outdoor Lover Family Adventure Good Vibe Seeker Local Vibes Local Vibes Christian Brock Surf Instructor “Each day I continue to share the stoke with local youth and everyone that comes along my path. Blessed to have such an amazing family, beautiful place to live and supportive community, we truly are so grateful for it all.” Read More Meet the Island Scrub Jay I love how wild and diverse the landscape is—from coastal cliffs to oak woodlands. It’s the perfect place for acorn gathering and a good view. Read More Clara Mari Artist and Outdoor Lover The perfect waves in the morning or in the evening, surfing with dolphins and sealions, driving with the window down on the PCH, watching the sky turn orange/pink at sunset and waking up with the laughing songs of seagulls. Read More Mary Osborne Loves surfing and enjoying the outdoors I love our gorgeous beaches and small town feeling. One of my favorite things is supporting local businesses where the owners are actually in their businesses working and greeting you by name. Read More Jill Leafstedt Outdoor Lover “Start the day with a cappuccino and English muffin at Café Ficelle followed by a long walk on the beach or a walk around CSU Channel Islands campus observing the transformation of the state hospital into a robust learning institution.” Read More The Island Fox Cutie There are so many things I love about the islands. But I’d also have to say the stunning natural beauty of the region. It makes me and my Channel Islands friends so happy when visitors are dedicated to protecting the natural beauty. Read More Mee Lee Loves working out and adventuring “I love to play outside, and whether I want to surf, hike, backpack, or camp …the coast has it all!” Read More Erik Abel Local Artist “…beautiful Ventura was whispering sweet nothings into my ear from across the Pacific.” Read More Mike Roberts Loves farming on Ventura County Coast “The coast is the perfect place to continue growing a food revolution!” Read More Lizzy East Loves spearfishing “Start your adventure today, grab your gear and dive into the unbound deep blue!” Read More Delaney Lawson Loves making people feel beautiful “My favorite thing to do is to pick up a breakfast burrito at Corrales and sit in the back of my Jeep at Surfer’s Point. I could spend all day at the beach!” Read More Alex Hong Loves ice cream and great views “My favorite thing about the coast is the geographic location. You can either go hiking or bike the hills of Ventura, head to the Ventura Harbor for views of the Channel Islands, and then enjoy the nightlife in Downtown Ventura. Where else can you go to the mountains, islands, and enjoy time in the city in one day?” Read More Mike E. Chicco Loves flying high “Imagine flying above waves and breeze of the Pacific Ocean or taking a scenic ride above the rolling hills in Camarillo while the sun sets behind you – the thrill you experience from an ultralight flight is unlike any other.” Read More Nathan Doud Loves Crossfit, seafood and snorkling “There are many great things about living here, from the year-round great weather to laid back vibe.” Read More Victor Dollar Loves golfing, fishing and fresh seafood “We have an opportunity to enjoy outdoor activities year-round in Ventura County Coast.” Read More Chantelle Marina Limón Loves hiking, biking and sunshiny days “My favorite thing about the region is the people – most everyone here is friendly, caring, and supportive of the community.” Read More Sabine Dodane Loves walking, biking and kayaking “My favorite part about living here is the fact that I can do so much on foot or on my bike. If I don’t want to use my car on the weekends, I really don’t have to! Whether it’s the Farmers Market, the beach, a hike, dining out, clothes shopping, it’s all within reach.” Read More Elizabeth Maxim Melgoza Loves farmers markets and sunsets “I feel like we have it all out here – beautiful beaches, awesome hikes, fun restaurants and breweries, and so much more.” Read More Carson Peterson Loves eating and cooking good food “The coast has the most supportive community ever.” Read More Christian Brock Meet the Island Scrub Jay Clara Mari Mary Osborne Jill Leafstedt The Island Fox Mee Lee Erik Abel Mike Roberts Lizzy East Delaney Lawson Alex Hong Mike E. Chicco Nathan Doud Victor Dollar Chantelle Marina Limón Sabine Dodane Elizabeth Maxim Melgoza Carson Peterson View More Local Vibes Sign up for email updates Email address: Leave this field empty if you're human: Tag your Ventura County Coast photos with #VCCVibes for a chance to be featured!