Ventura County Holiday Events

Welcome to the festive hub of our community, where the holiday spirit comes alive! As the air turns crisp and the streets twinkle with lights, our local area transforms into a winter wonderland, offering a plethora of enchanting holiday events that are sure to warm your heart. From dazzling light displays and lively parades to cozy markets and seasonal performances, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Join me on a journey through the magical happenings in our town, as we unwrap the joy and excitement of the holiday season together. Whether you’re a longtime resident or a first-time visitor, our community’s holiday events promise to create cherished memories for you and your loved ones:

Westlake Village, Agoura Hills, and Thousand Oaks

• December 1 & 2: Holidays on the Hill
  
  • The City of Agoura Hills is pleased to announce a new event: Holidays on the Hill – A Season of Celebration. Holidays on the Hill is a two-day event, and will be held on Friday, December 1, 2023 from 5:00-8:00pm, and on Saturday, December 2, 2023 from 11:00am-5:00pm. Admission to the event is free! Friday, December 1st will feature artisan vendors, the last weekend of mayor’s art show on display, entertainment, and light food and drinks available from 5:00-8:00pm. Saturday, December 2nd will run from 11:00am-5:00pm, and will feature Photos with Santa from 11:00am-2:00pm, kids’ crafts and activities, Artisan vendors selling unique holiday gifts and the Mayor’s Art Show available for viewing all day. Stop by and do some holiday gift shopping!
• December 2: Holiday Sing-Along
  • Join the City of Westlake Village and The Shoppes Westlake Village as they come together to celebrate the holidays at the annual Holiday Sing-Along! This event will be held in the Fountain Courtyard next to Tifa and Crumbl Cookies at The Shoppes at Westlake Village on Saturday, December 2, 2023, 12pm-3pm (30770 Russel Ranch Road, Westlake Village, 91361).  There will be caroling and live music, a food drive for Manna, arts and crafts, photo booth, and hot cocoa!
• December 3: Westlake Yacht Club Holiday Boat Parade of Lights
  • Join the Westlake Yacht Club for a dazzling display of holiday cheer at the Westlake Lake Yacht Club Parade of Lights boat parade on December 3, 2023! As twilight descends upon the serene waters of Westlake Lake, you’ll witness a magical procession of festively decorated boats adorned with brilliant lights, spreading joy and merriment. This cherished annual tradition promises to enchant visitors of all ages with its shimmering spectacle, and it’s the perfect way to kick off the holiday season. Don’t miss out on this picturesque evening of nautical holiday magic at Westlake Lake.
• December 11: Chanukah At The Shoppes – Grand Menorah Lighting
  • Save the date! Join the Chabad of Conejo at The Shoppes on Monday, December 11th for their annual Chanukah Festival. Enjoy special performances, live music, arts & crafts, festive sweets, and more from 5:30pm to 7pm around the fountain. Free and open to the community!

Simi Valley

• December 3: Strathearn Park Holiday Open House
  • The Simi Valley Historical Society & Museum at Strathearn Park will be hosting their annual Holiday Open House on Sunday, December 3 from 11am to 3pm. Admission is FREE! Festivities include pictures with Santa, live entertainment in the Wood Ranch Barn, an antique car and tractor display, as well as the option to tour the historic buildings at Strathearn Park.
• December 10: Ronald Reagan Presidential Library Christmas Trees Around the World Exhibit and Holiday Dinner
  • Celebrate this magical season with your family and friends at our Holiday Dinner and Tour Including our Christmas Trees Around the World exhibit on December 10 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. This spectacular evening of wonderful holiday performers, live magnificent music, and delectable gourmet food will be a perfect way to celebrate!
• December 16: Santa Claus’ Party
  • Celebrate the holiday season at Santa Claus’ party on December 16 from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.! There will be plenty of festive fun with over 17 tons of fresh snow delivered to the center court at the Simi Valley Town Center. There will also be snow shows throughout the day, holiday music, and the opportunity to meet Santa!
• December 16: A Frozen Story on Ice
  • Step into a winter wonderland with ‘A Frozen Story’ on ice! Join the Iceoplex Simi Valley for a magical Christmas production that will warm your heart and chill your senses. Don’t miss out on the enchantment—grab your tickets now at www.tcypc.tix.com!

Camarillo

• December 2: Cookies with the Clauses
  • Families are invited to join the Pleasant Valley Recreation & Park District for Cookies with the Clauses. Come dressed in your holiday best or spread Christmas cheer in your holiday pajamas for photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Enjoy crafts and decorate cookies while listening to Christmas music fill the air. Admission is $10 per person (adults are free unless participating in cookie decorating). The event will take place on Saturday, December 2, 2023 from 10:00am-1:00pm at the Community Center Auditorium (1605 E. Burnley St., Camarillo)
• December 5 & 6: Christmas at the Ranch with Santa
  • Give your family the gift of a beautifully unique Christmas experience by visiting Camarillo’s very-own historic landmark, magically transformed for the holiday season. Join the Camarillo Ranch Foundation for a special historic home tour of Adolfo Camarillo’s 1892 Queen Anne Victorian Mansion plus the 1905 Red Barn transformed into Santa’s Workshop on December 5 and 6 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Moorpark

• Christmas on the Underwood Family Farms
  • Join Underwood Family Farms for Christmas on the Farm at Underwood Family Farms in Moorpark! Included with admission: Animal Center, Holiday Photo Ops, Tractor-Drawn Wagon Rides, Holiday Store, Combine & Harvester Slides, Pick Your Own Fields (pickings an additional fee), Letters for Santa, Animal Shows, Reindeer, Visits with Santa (Santa visits are included with admission! Make sure to bring your camera!). Every day from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• November 22 to December 28: Wild Lights and Ocean Nights
  • Embark on a self-guided, 45-minute expedition throughout the Zoo, where you’ll encounter dynamic light displays, immersive interactive attractions, picture-perfect moments, and a touch of seasonal enchantment. Dive ‘Under the Sea’ at Rajah’s Retreat and venture into the ‘Illuminated Jungle,’ featuring a captivating ‘Glow in the Dark Garden.’ Your journey commences with a warm welcome from Santa’s Workshop and a magnificent 12-foot-tall Holiday Tree.