67TH ANNUAL DOWNTOWN SANTA BARBARA HOLIDAY PARADE: A TROPICAL HOLIDAY
Friday, December 6, 2019
State & Sola Streets, Downtown Santa Barbara
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
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More than 65,000 spectators will line State Street in anticipation of Santa Barbara’s only nighttime parade, the 67th Annual Downtown Santa Barbara Holiday Parade, Presented by Consumer Fire Products, Inc.! Officially kicking off the holiday season, this signature Downtown Santa Barbara event brings a colossal contingent of high-stepping marching bands, fabulous holiday-themed floats, spectacular performance groups, and local personalities. This year's theme is A TROPICAL HOLIDAY - we’re celebrating all things TROPICAL! So break out those Hawaiian shirts, grass skirts and leis and help us show off the sunny, laid back attitude of Santa Barbara!
12TH ANNUAL OXNARD TAMALE FESTIVAL
Saturday, December 7, 2019
Plaza Park. 500 S C St, Oxnard
9:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
The City of Oxnard's Recreation and Community Services Division is thrilled to present the 12th Annual Oxnard Tamale Festival. The festival will feature a selection of family-friendly activities, tamales and other delectable dishes, and live music. Join us as we ring in the holiday season
PIERCE BROTHERS CANDLELIGHT SERVICE
Sunday, December 8, 2019
5600 Lindero Cyn. Rd., Westlake Village
6:00 p.m.
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Local clergy will lead the service, accompanied by The Village Voices Chorale. Refreshments will be served. Encouraged to bring a photo to hang on the Tree of Remembrance. Plus “Toys for Tots" drive thru 12/18.
12TH ANNUAL SANTA TO THE SEA HALF MARATHON
Sunday, December 8, 2019
2801 Ventura Blvd, Oxnard
7:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
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Come Join us December 8th 2019 for Santa to the Sea's 12th Annual Half Marathon & 5K. Serving Oxnard's underprivileged kids and families this Holiday Season. Sign up and bring an unwrapped toy to brighten a child's holiday this December.
HOLIDAY LUNCH AND TOUR
Thursday, December 12, 2019
Ronald Reagan Library
12:30 - 4:30 p.m.
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Holiday Lunch and Tour Including our Egypt's Lost Cities and Christmas Around the World Exhibits. Join us for our festive Holiday Lunch and Tour. Enjoy an elegant served meal and a savory dessert prepared by our chef, followed by a docent-led tour of the Ronald Reagan Presidential Museum and the spectacular Air Force One Pavilion. Self-guide our wonderful holiday tree exhibit, Christmas Around the World, featuring trees decorated to represent the 26 countries that President Reagan visited while in office. This holiday lunch and tour will include a holiday atmosphere with wonderful music. Reservations are required, and seating is limited. Festive holiday attire is suggested. This all-inclusive offer is only $64.00 per person and reservations must be made by Monday, December 9.
JAZZ COLLECTIVE
Friday, December 13, 2019
CLU Preus-Brandt Forum, 135 Chapel Lane, Thousand Oaks
7:30 p.m.
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Student performers in the jazz ensemble play standards and modern classics. Admission is free. For information, call the Music Department at 805-493-3306 or visit CalLutheran.edu/music.
FREE PHOTOS WITH SANTA AND TOY DRIVE
Saturday, December 14, 2019 - Sunday, December 15, 2019
3425 Old Conejo Road, Newbury Park
10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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Come visit Santa Claus and get your photo taken, free of charge, when he visits Hollywood Storage Center. This annual community event doubles as a toy drive to benefit Play Conejo. Bring your pets for a Christmas portrait to remember!
PARADE OF LIGHTS
Saturday, December 14, 2019
Channel Islands Harbor. 3600 Harbor Blvd
12:00 - 8:00 p.m.
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Everyone is invited to enjoy a full day of holiday activities. Families can play in 36 tons of snow near Marine Emporium Landing and take pictures with Santa. The boat parade starts at 7:00 p.m.
SANTA'S VILLAGE AND CHRISTMAS PARADE
Saturday, December 14, 2019
Community Center Park. 1605 E. Burnley St, Camarillo
9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
The parade, with the theme of 'A Cosmic Christmas' starts at 10:00 and travels along Las Posas Rd., starting at Temple Ave., turning left onto Carmen Dr. and ending at the Community Center. Enjoy watching hundreds of parade entries like bands, floats, autos, horses and Santa himself riding in his sleigh. Santa's Village is open from 9:00 - 2:00. With Holiday Shopping, Food, Live Music, Inflatable Attractions, Visits With Santa all for FREE.
2ND ANNUAL 805 STRONG 5K
Sunday, December 15, 2019
Thousand Oaks Community Park. 2525 N. Moorpark Road, Thousand Oaks
7:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
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The 805 Strong 5K was created to bring together Thousand Oaks residents and support those who need it most following the recent tragic events in our community. Proceeds from the 2019 event will benefit the Ventura County Community Foundation’s Hill Fire/Woolsey Fire Sudden and Urgent Needs Effort Fund.
A MAGICAL CIRQUE CHRISTMAS
Sunday, December 29, 2019
Civic Arts Plaza, Fred Kavli Theatre. 2100 Thousand Oaks Boulevard, Thousand Oaks
7:00 p.m.
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The producers of Broadway’s smash hit “The Illusionists” have brought together the world’s greatest entertainers for a spell-binding and incredible holiday production A Magical Cirque Christmas! Experience the magic of Christmas with dazzling performers and breathtaking cirque artists from all corners of the world, accompanied by your favorite holiday music performed live. Get into the spirit of the season with this merry treat that’s perfect for the entire family. Tickets starting at $46