Free Local Event & Activity Guide
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Free Local Event & Activity Guide

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BrightStar Care of West Ventura County
Published On
July 25, 2025
Free Local Event & Activity Guide

We would like to present a resource for exploring all that our county has to offer, created especially for the clients, patients, and families of BrightStar Care in West Ventura County.

Whether you are caring for a loved one, supporting a family member, or simply seeking new ways to stay active and connected, this guide is designed to help you explore Ventura’s vibrant outdoor and cultural scene. Below you will find an array of free local events and activities perfect for all ages and interests. This handpicked selection suggests opportunities for you to spend more time outdoors, connect with the local community, and enjoy meaningful moments together.
 

Gather + Play - Board Game Cafe

The Magic of Childhood is Alive & Well!

Date/Time:  now until end of Dec 2025   
1 free table up to 4 people, Wednesdays 6-7PM or Saturdays 11AM-Noon
Location:  925 East Main Street, Santa Paula

There will be games to play and a place for the community to be together across generations. We invite you to come play chess every Wednesday! All levels welcome. We have 10 club board set-ups awaiting your arrival.

There are games for all ages - 2 years to 102 years! Call 805-229-7161 to for RSVP. For more information visit instagram.com/gatherandplaycafe
 

Summer Concert Series 2025

Date/Time:  Saturdays in June through August, from 7PM - 9PM
Location:  Constitution Park at 601 Carmen Drive in Camarillo 

Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, and picnics, then sit back and relax too the  sounds of summer! A variety of food trucks will be on-site and available for purchases at all concerts. Enjoy live bands, food and drink, and a night under the stars.

For more information, visit pvrpd.org/summer-concert-series-2025
 

Art Walk @ The Collection Riverpark

Date/Time:  every day anytime
Location:  2751 Park View Court, Oxnard

Inspired by the beauty of the California Coast, this unique private art collection was installed to create an art environment unlike any other and solely for the enrichment of the community. Nationally and internationally recognized artists were commissioned to create an inspired grouping of art pieces that is carefully placed throughout the center. From playful fountains and benches to colorful ceramic tile murals, metal sculptures and more, all are guaranteed to make you stop and smell the proverbial roses.

For more information visit thecollectionrp.com
 

Miniature Garden & Rock Painting

Date/Time:  August 22, 2025, from 2PM - 3PM
Location:  2775 N. Ventura Road, Suite 203, Oxnard, CA93036
     
Join us for a free, hands-on class where you can learn to make your own miniature garden and experiment with rock painting. This relaxed, creative workshop is perfect for anyone looking to enjoy an afternoon of art and craft in a friendly setting. At the end of the class, you’ll take home your unique creations, ready to brighten your kitchen table or add a splash of color to your windowsill.

Call for reservation at 805-585-2273 – ask for Zack      
 

Art Walk Ventura 2025

48 hours of art, music & dance

Date/Time:  September 27-28, from 12PM - 5PM
Location:  Downtown Ventura

Artwalk Ventura is a celebration of the area’s local artists and entertainers. Downtown and Westside Ventura will feature popup art displays and live performances including music, poetry, dance, and theatre. Enjoy workshops, live paintings, pottery demonstrations, and large art installations throughout downtown and Ventura Avenue.

For more information visit www.artwalkventura.org