Upcoming Events
in Downtown Ventura

Saturday, November 23, 5-7:30pm Teaching Artist: Maria Adela Diaz with Wren Stepan Are you ready to unleash your inner artist and dive into a world of colorful creativity? Join Vita for their FREE monthly LGBTQ+ art workshops, specially designed for teens aged 13-19!

Rooted in tradition, Whole Hog pushes the boundaries of bluegrass, Irish, Western Swing and old time music. Lush vocal harmonies, instrumental mastery, fresh arrangements and original songwriting are at the forefront of their unique sound. From blazing bluegrass banjo tunes and toe-tapping Western Swing numbers to gorgeous Irish fiddle tunes and virtuosic cowboy yodeling, the … Continued

Discover unique finds: Shop one-of-a-kind makers and merchants! The Findings Market Holiday Fair is back in Downtown Ventura on Small Business Saturday, November 30th ~ 10am-5pm! Join us on S. Oak St. for a fun-filled day featuring over 100 makers, creatives, and merchants. Enjoy live music, delicious food and drinks, and fun activities for all … Continued

Details for Smitten's Nonfiction & Beyond Book Club December meeting! They'd love to have you, even if you haven't attended a meetup yet. Just read the book of the month and join them - no RSVP is required!

Discover your artistic side at our Ceramics Workshop, open to ages 8 and up. Led by renowned ceramicist and InnoVision Artist Marianne McGrath—Chair and Associate Professor of the Art Department at CSUCI—and her daughter Marlowe, this class welcomes participants of all skill levels to design one-of-a-kind pottery. Don’t miss out on this special chance to … Continued

Smitten's Fantasy Book Club December meetup is coming up! All are welcome - no RSVP required. Just make sure to read the book of the month before the meeting!

Don't miss the fun! Everyone's favorite - Ventura Winter Wine Walk & Holiday Street Fair - returns to Downtown Ventura on Saturday, December 7! The Ventura Winter Wine Walk showcases wineries and breweries in your favorite Downtown businesses. With a Wine Walk ticket, each guest will receive a tasting cup and a map of the … Continued

The 12th Annual Interactive Holiday Sing-a-Long is fun for the whole family!

December meeting details for Smitten's Queer Book Club! Read the book and join them for the meeting - no RSVP required. All are welcome!

One night only! Join the Ventura Improv Company as they create a heartwarming holiday tale, in the style of your favorite made-for cable movie! Directed by Mike McCafferty. Buy your tickets online in advance or $15 at the door.

Join Mae and co-host Falon Ballard for Smitten's first-ever book trivia night! How it’ll work - bring yourself and all the friends your heart desires, but don’t worry about having a team. Smitten will create teams at the time of the event! Questions will be based around holiday pop culture - holiday book questions as … Continued

December meeting details for Smitten's Dark Book Club! If you haven't attended a meeting yet, Smitten would love to have you! Just read the book of the month and join the meeting - no RSVP necessary.

Summon the Holiday Spirits at Merry Gothmas! 90 vendors, creepy special guests, spooky holiday photo ops - including Photos with Krampus! Plus, a Special Performance by Zombie Christmas Carolers - The Scarolers! All ages welcome! Kids 10 and under a free with Paid adult admission.

‘Tis the season for some gift-giving fun! Join Smitten for a book white elephant for adults! Please bring a wrapped new romance book in any genre to play white elephant with your romance book community. White elephant starts promptly at 5:30 pm. No RSVP is necessary and all are welcome! Limited space is available - … Continued

Willie Porter is a masterful guitarist and storyteller whose performances leave audiences mesmerized. Known for his evocative songwriting and engaging stage presence, Porter’s blend of folk, rock, and blues resonates deeply with fans worldwide. Don’t miss this chance to experience Willie Porter live as he takes you on a journey through heartfelt melodies and intricate … Continued

Ensemble Sangineto is an eclectic band which blends skillfully ancient harmonies and sonorities with modern rhythms. The wide-ranging musical experiences of the individual members converge to create fresh arrangements of traditional Irish, Scottish, Breton & Italian tunes and original compositions that display influences from many varied musical genres ranging from classical to folk, from Gregorian … Continued

The Lounge will be open for all of the writing community to enjoy the space! Join Smitten for two dates in December to hang, work on your writing works, meet other writers, and have some fun! If you’d like constructive feedback on any of your work, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to share … Continued

This Friday, the Ventucky Stompers are hosting their year-end Holiday Line Dance Bash! They have partnered with local country western businesses to bring you over $1,000 in raffles including brand new boots from Oxnard Boot Barn & a custom cowboy hat! All ages til 10pm, 1st lesson’s at 6:30. Beginners encouraged! We hope to see … Continued

Ventura's favorite street market — Downtown Social Club — celebrates its one-year anniversary on December 21st! There will be performances and music at the Main/California stage, gift card giveaways, and over 45 vendors, artists, and creatives selling their locally-made and crafted last-minute gifts! Shop Small. Shop Local. Be Social. See you there!

Smitten has two Book Swaps for you in December! Like always, bring your gently loved books to swap with fellow romance lovers. Please only bring books to swap that have been published in the last 4 years. You'll receive one pink ticket for every eligible book you bring (only books in the genres Smitten sells). … Continued