Things to Do in Ventura County
Fun Things to do in Ventura County
Strawberry Festival - May 21-22nd
FUN PLACES FOR EVERY WEEKEND
Recurring weekly on Sunday
Guided Kayaking Tour of Anacapa Island and Arch
Tours offered Saturday and Sundays from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Explore the Channel Islands on a kayak Guided tour
Tour departs from Channel Islands Harbor, Oxnard
72 hour advance reservations
For information call: (805) 204-0977 or visit www.blueoceankayaking.com
Admission: $130 per person includes Kayak and gear. Fun for ages 9 to adult
WINE, CHOCOLATE AND CHEESE TOURS
Tours offered Saturday and Sundays from 11 - 4 p.m.
Indulge in Oxnard's newest adventure and enjoy delicious wines, delectable chocolates, and delightful cheeses!
Tour departs from California Welcome Center
24 hour advance reservations
For information call: (805) 988-0717 or visit www.visitoxnard.com
Admission: $75 per person
Improvisational Comedy
The Ventura Improv Company
34 N. Palm, Ventura
For information call: (805) 643-5701 or visit Ventura Improv Company
Comedy Improv @ Ventura Harbor Comedy Club
Call for Times - Recurring weekly on Fridays & Saturdays
1559 Spinnaker Dr., Suite 205A , Ventura Harbor
Contact: Ventura Harbor Comedy Club
For information call: (805) 644-1500 or Visit Web Site
We are Ventura's hometown comedy club. Nestled in the beautiful Ventura Harbor, we bring you some of the best comedy shows touring the country every week. The perfect night out for couples, or for large celebrations. Come and see what all the laughing is about!
Ventura County Fairgrounds Swap Meet
Antiques and Collectibles
Every Wednesday 7 - 2 p.m.
10 West Harbor Boulevard
FREE Parking & Admission
*Vendor Space is available
For information call: Sue Adams (818) 590-5435 or visit www.snaauctions.com
10am-2pm
1050 Schooner Dr., Harbor
Contact: Alexander's at Four Points Sheraton
Phone: (805) 658-2000
Admission: Sundays 10am - 2pm $25.95 Adults, $22.95 Seniors, $16.95 Children (5-12)
Award Winning Brunch featuring a succulent seafood station, incredible omelette bar and a to die for dessert room...
Ventura County Wine Trail Tours
Now - December 25, 2011 from 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Reservations required at least 24 hours in advance.
Tour departs at 11:00 a.m. from the Ventura Visitors Center, 101 S. California Street
Contact: Ventura Visitors Center at (805) 648-2075 or Visit Web Site
Admission: $85 per person • Transportation, 4 Wineries and a Gourmet Lunch Included
Long known for its agricultural roots and history of winemaking, Ventura County is home to many world class wineries and sits at the gateway to the scenic California Central Coast. Sourcing grapes from top growers in Napa, Sonoma, Paso Robles, Santa Barbara, and Lodi, Ventura County vintners produce award-winning wines that deliver a memorable tasting experience. Spend a weekend touring the Ventura County Wine Trail and you'll enjoy a taste of the best of California. Relax in Real California Wine Country!
Whale Watching Cruises
Now - April 17, 2011 Recurring daily from 9:00 - 12:30 p.m. and 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Cruises depart from Ventura Harbor, 1691 Spinnaker Dr, Ste. 105B, Ventura Harbor
Contact: Island Packers (805) 642-1393 or Visit Web Site
Every year the Pacific Gray Whale migrates 6,000-10,000 miles to secluded lagoons in Mexico to breed and bear their young then journey back to their feeding grounds in the Bering Sea.
Island Packers invites you to observe these magnificent animals as they pass through the waters of the Santa Barbara Channel. Half-day and all-day Whale Watching tours available, call for details.
Supercar Sunday
Every Sunday from 7:00 - 10:00 a.m.
Westfield Promenade Shopping Mall: Topanga Canyon & Erwin St. in Woodland Hills
For more information contact Dustin Troyan at (818) 516-5053
Supercar Sunday is a weekly event whereby auto enthusiasts gather to share their amazing vehicles and camaraderie. Supercar Sunday is presented and sponsored by THE AUTO GALLERY (www.theautogallery.com). Supercar Sunday is an event that brings every type of person and vehicle together to share the passion of the automobile and motorsports. You will often find the world’s rarest and most expensive cars parked right next to a rusty old 68 Camaro. Supercar Sunday is a wonderful community event where celebrities and fabricators walk around and bench race with us “normal guys”, kick tires and take pictures with fellow enthusiasts. It is often the case that tourists from all over the world visit SCS and are blown away with variety and vast numbers of vehicles and people attending.
Now - December 25, 2011 from 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Reservations required at least 24 hours in advance.
Tour departs at 11:00 a.m. from the Ventura Visitors Center, 101 S. California Street
Contact: Ventura Visitors Center at (805) 648-2075 or Visit Web Site
Admission: $85 per person • Transportation, 4 Wineries and a Gourmet Lunch Included
Long known for its agricultural roots and history of winemaking, Ventura County is home to many world class wineries and sits at the gateway to the scenic California Central Coast. Sourcing grapes from top growers in Napa, Sonoma, Paso Robles, Santa Barbara, and Lodi, Ventura County vintners produce award-winning wines that deliver a memorable tasting experience. Spend a weekend touring the Ventura County Wine Trail and you'll enjoy a taste of the best of California. Relax in Real California Wine Country!
Whale Watching Cruises
Now - April 17, 2011 Recurring daily from 9:00 - 12:30 p.m. and 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Cruises depart from Ventura Harbor, 1691 Spinnaker Dr, Ste. 105B, Ventura Harbor
Contact: Island Packers (805) 642-1393 or Visit Web Site
Every year the Pacific Gray Whale migrates 6,000-10,000 miles to secluded lagoons in Mexico to breed and bear their young then journey back to their feeding grounds in the Bering Sea.
Island Packers invites you to observe these magnificent animals as they pass through the waters of the Santa Barbara Channel. Half-day and all-day Whale Watching tours available, call for details.
Supercar Sunday
Every Sunday from 7:00 - 10:00 a.m.
Westfield Promenade Shopping Mall: Topanga Canyon & Erwin St. in Woodland Hills
For more information contact Dustin Troyan at (818) 516-5053
Supercar Sunday is a weekly event whereby auto enthusiasts gather to share their amazing vehicles and camaraderie. Supercar Sunday is presented and sponsored by THE AUTO GALLERY (www.theautogallery.com). Supercar Sunday is an event that brings every type of person and vehicle together to share the passion of the automobile and motorsports. You will often find the world’s rarest and most expensive cars parked right next to a rusty old 68 Camaro. Supercar Sunday is a wonderful community event where celebrities and fabricators walk around and bench race with us “normal guys”, kick tires and take pictures with fellow enthusiasts. It is often the case that tourists from all over the world visit SCS and are blown away with variety and vast numbers of vehicles and people attending.
Guided Kayaking Tour of Anacapa Island and Arch
Tours offered Saturday and Sundays from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Explore the Channel Islands on a kayak Guided tour
Tour departs from Channel Islands Harbor, Oxnard
72 hour advance reservations
For information call: (805) 204-0977 or visit www.blueoceankayaking.com
Admission: $130 per person includes Kayak and gear. Fun for ages 9 to adult
WINE, CHOCOLATE AND CHEESE TOURS
Tours offered Saturday and Sundays from 11 - 4 p.m.
Indulge in Oxnard's newest adventure and enjoy delicious wines, delectable chocolates, and delightful cheeses!
Tour departs from California Welcome Center
24 hour advance reservations
For information call: (805) 988-0717 or visit www.visitoxnard.com
Admission: $75 per person
Improvisational Comedy
The Ventura Improv Company
34 N. Palm, Ventura
For information call: (805) 643-5701 or visit Ventura Improv Company
Comedy Improv @ Ventura Harbor Comedy Club
Call for Times - Recurring weekly on Fridays & Saturdays
1559 Spinnaker Dr., Suite 205A , Ventura Harbor
Contact: Ventura Harbor Comedy Club
For information call: (805) 644-1500 or Visit Web Site
We are Ventura's hometown comedy club. Nestled in the beautiful Ventura Harbor, we bring you some of the best comedy shows touring the country every week. The perfect night out for couples, or for large celebrations. Come and see what all the laughing is about!
Live Music @ Zoey's
Call for Times - Recurring weekly on Friday & Saturday
Zoey's Cafe: 185 E. Santa Clara St., Downtown Ventura
Contact: (805) 652-1137, or Visit Web Site
Admission: $5
Zoey's Cafe: 185 E. Santa Clara St., Downtown Ventura
Contact: (805) 652-1137, or Visit Web Site
Admission: $5
The Enchanted Castle
Nickel Plaza
20650 Ventura Blvd in Woodland Hills
6,000 sq foot indoor Party & Play center just for kids and family!! Features a kiddie car wash, fire station, super duper super market, stage for entertaining, tunnels, tents, mini roller coasters, bounce house and a 15' pirate ship!
For information call: (818) 227-3800
MENTION ALLGUARD AND GET A 10% DISCOUNT
Country Lovers
Western Dance Clubing Recurring Tuesdays starting at 6:30 p.m.
Family Center
10269 Telephone Road in Ventura
For information call: (805) 647-1893 or visit www.countrylovers.com
The club holds a weekly dance lesson and party.
Admission: $4 and FREE for first time guests and children under 12
Heritage Square
Guided tours on Saturdays from 10 - 4 p.m. and Sundays from 1 - 4 p.m.
715 South "A" Street, Oxnard.
For information call: (805) 483-7960 or visit Heritage Square
Features turn of the century homes, gift shop, tours, concerts, special events.
Gull Wings Children's Museum
Tuesdays - Sundays from 10 - 5 p.m.
Children can experience geology & fossils, bubbles, puppets, medical room & costumes.
418 W. Fourth Street, Oxnard
For information call: (805) 483-3005
Admission: $4, Children under 2 are free
Family Time at The Museum
Call for Times - Recurring monthly on the 3rd Sunday
1-3:00 p.m.
Contact: Museum of Ventura County, 89 S. California St.
Phone: (805) 653-0323, or Visit Web Site
Admission: Free
Enjoy hands-on activities. Arts and Crafts Projects for the Whole Family
Gardens of the World
Tuesdays - Sundays from 9 - 5 p.m.
2001 Thousand Oaks Blvd., Thousand Oaks
For information call: (805) 557-1135 or visit Gardens of the World
A community park with a variety of plants, flowers and water features.
Coastal Adventure Sail
Departs Sundays from 1 - 4 p.m.
Channel Islands Island Packers
For information visit: Islandpackers.com
$45 adult, $40 senior, $34 child and group rates available
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT
Nickel Plaza
20650 Ventura Blvd in Woodland Hills
6,000 sq foot indoor Party & Play center just for kids and family!! Features a kiddie car wash, fire station, super duper super market, stage for entertaining, tunnels, tents, mini roller coasters, bounce house and a 15' pirate ship!
For information call: (818) 227-3800
MENTION ALLGUARD AND GET A 10% DISCOUNT
Country Lovers
Western Dance Clubing Recurring Tuesdays starting at 6:30 p.m.
Family Center
10269 Telephone Road in Ventura
For information call: (805) 647-1893 or visit www.countrylovers.com
The club holds a weekly dance lesson and party.
Admission: $4 and FREE for first time guests and children under 12
Heritage Square
Guided tours on Saturdays from 10 - 4 p.m. and Sundays from 1 - 4 p.m.
715 South "A" Street, Oxnard.
For information call: (805) 483-7960 or visit Heritage Square
Features turn of the century homes, gift shop, tours, concerts, special events.
Gull Wings Children's Museum
Tuesdays - Sundays from 10 - 5 p.m.
Children can experience geology & fossils, bubbles, puppets, medical room & costumes.
418 W. Fourth Street, Oxnard
For information call: (805) 483-3005
Admission: $4, Children under 2 are free
Family Time at The Museum
Call for Times - Recurring monthly on the 3rd Sunday
1-3:00 p.m.
Contact: Museum of Ventura County, 89 S. California St.
Phone: (805) 653-0323, or Visit Web Site
Admission: Free
Enjoy hands-on activities. Arts and Crafts Projects for the Whole Family
Gardens of the World
Tuesdays - Sundays from 9 - 5 p.m.
2001 Thousand Oaks Blvd., Thousand Oaks
For information call: (805) 557-1135 or visit Gardens of the World
A community park with a variety of plants, flowers and water features.
Coastal Adventure Sail
Departs Sundays from 1 - 4 p.m.
Channel Islands Island Packers
For information visit: Islandpackers.com
$45 adult, $40 senior, $34 child and group rates available
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT
Bombay Bar & Grill
Info at: www.bombaybarandgrill.com
Nicholby's
Info at: www.nicholby's.biz
Borderline
Info at: www.borderlinebarandgrill.com
Canyon Club
Info at: www.canyonclub.net
Golden China Restaurant
Info at: www.goldenchinarestaurant.com/karoake
ENJOY A MOVIE
Info at: www.bombaybarandgrill.com
Nicholby's
Info at: www.nicholby's.biz
Borderline
Info at: www.borderlinebarandgrill.com
Canyon Club
Info at: www.canyonclub.net
Golden China Restaurant
Info at: www.goldenchinarestaurant.com/karoake
ENJOY A MOVIE
Edwards Cinema 12
860 Ventura Boulevard in Camarillo
Info at: www.regmovies.com
Century 10 Movies
555 East Main Street in Ventura
Info at: www.cinemark.com
Muvico Theaters
166 West Hillcrest Drive in Thousand Oaks
Info at: www.muvico.com
FARMERS MARKETS
860 Ventura Boulevard in Camarillo
Info at: www.regmovies.com
Century 10 Movies
555 East Main Street in Ventura
Info at: www.cinemark.com
Muvico Theaters
166 West Hillcrest Drive in Thousand Oaks
Info at: www.muvico.com
FARMERS MARKETS
Camarillo Farmer's Market
Every Saturday from 8 - Noon
2220 Ventura Blvd., Camarillo.
For information call: (805) 389-6870
Market Place at Ventura College
Every Sunday from 8 - 3 p.m.
Best little swap meet in town. New & used items, food, music.
4667 Telegraph Road in Ventura
For information call: (805) 648-8962
Ventura Farmer's Market
Every weekend from 8 - Noon
With live music, fresh produce, plants and flowers
At the corner of Palm & Santa Clara Streets in downtown Ventura
For information call: (805) 529-6266
For your own local Farmers Market click here: www.vccfarmersmarkets.com
Every Saturday from 8 - Noon
2220 Ventura Blvd., Camarillo.
For information call: (805) 389-6870
Market Place at Ventura College
Every Sunday from 8 - 3 p.m.
Best little swap meet in town. New & used items, food, music.
4667 Telegraph Road in Ventura
For information call: (805) 648-8962
Ventura Farmer's Market
Every weekend from 8 - Noon
With live music, fresh produce, plants and flowers
At the corner of Palm & Santa Clara Streets in downtown Ventura
For information call: (805) 529-6266
For your own local Farmers Market click here: www.vccfarmersmarkets.com
Ventura County Fairgrounds Swap Meet
Antiques and Collectibles
Every Wednesday 7 - 2 p.m.
10 West Harbor Boulevard
FREE Parking & Admission
*Vendor Space is available
For information call: Sue Adams (818) 590-5435 or visit www.snaauctions.com
Ventura College Swap Meet
Sunday, March 27
8:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. &n bsp; Market Place at Ventura College. Best little swap meet in town. New & used items, food, music. (805)648-8962.
