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Maoli at the Majestic Ventura Theater

Majestic Ventura Theater 26 South Chestnut Street, Ventura, CA, United States

See Maoli with special guest Lindsey James at the Majestic Ventura Theater on Saturday, April 20. Grab your tickets now!

Sunday Plant Club: Kokedama Workshop

Ventura Coast Brewing Company 76 S. Oak Street, Ventura, CA, United States

Join us (Unpotted Plants & Co) at Ventura Coast Brewing Company (VCBC) for our monthly Sunday Plant Club workshop! This April we are learning how to wrap a traditional Japanese Kokedama (moss ball). All materials, including your choice of plant, and your first beer from VCBC, are included in this $40 sign-up fee. Purchase your … Continued

A Night of Unforgettable Music with Burch Studios’ Teen Record Collective

Namba Performance Arts Space 47 Oak Street, Ventura, CA, United States

Experience a Night of Unforgettable Music with Burch Studios' Teen Record Collective! Get ready to rock out at NAMBA on April 17 at 7PM, where the stage will be alive with the vibrant energy of rising stars and powerful performances. This isn't just a concert—it's a celebration of young talent and passion in the world … Continued

Festival ’24 at Museum of Ventura County

Museum of Ventura County 100 East Main Street, Ventura, CA, United States

Welcome to Festival '24 - the New Art City Theatre inaugural festival of new plays, April 25-28 at the Museum of Ventura County. Four brand-new plays, four jam-packed days, all for free! Sally Struthers stars in the Saturday performances. Two staged readings each day (think readers theatre): April 25th, 26th and 27th at 1pm and … Continued

Bar Takeovers at The Good Lion and Bank of Italy Cocktail Trust

Bank of Italy Cocktail Trust 394 E Main St, Ventura, CA, United States

The Good Lion Hospitality team will execute two exciting bar takeovers with its flagship bar, The Good Lion in Santa Barbara and Bank of Italy Cocktail Trust in Ventura, on April 28th! Join the bars for a night of delicious cocktails featuring bar favorites and some friendly competition! During the event, two bartenders from each … Continued

Eli Cook Live at NAMBA

Namba Performance Arts Space 47 Oak Street, Ventura, CA, United States

What do you do when you can play straight blues or Hendrix style hard rock with equal ease and finesse? A Virginia native, Eli was raised on a strict diet of blues, rock and with a slice of grunge. His guitar work and powerful vocals are moody but very dynamic in delivery that will cause … Continued

Candle Making Workshop

Smitten 365 E Main St, Ventura, CA, United States

Join our Candle Making Workshop with Golden Arrow Goods this Saturday, May 4th from 4-6 pm! This hands-on workshop will teach you everything you need to know about the candle-making process - how to create your own fragrance, candle care, and more. Wine and light bites are also included. Time is running out so grab … Continued

Strings of Harmony: Chris Newman & Máire Ní Chathasaigh Live at NAMBA

Namba Performance Arts Space 47 Oak Street, Ventura, CA, United States

Join NAMBA for a night where music transcends, and be part of a globally celebrated experience right here in Ventura on May 5! The celebrated partnership of “one of the UK’s greatest guitarists” (BBC RADIO 2) with “the doyenne of Irish harpers” (SCOTLAND ON SUNDAY) and recipient of Irish music’s most prestigious award, Traditional Musician … Continued

Bar Takeover Strange Beast x Test Pilot

Strange Beast 394 E Main St #B, Ventura, United States

The Good Lion Hospitality team will execute an exciting bar takeover at Strange Beast on Thursday, May 9th from 4pm-10pm with its Santa Baraba-based tropical and nautical-inspired cocktail bar, Test Pilot to showcase 6 of their best-selling cocktails. Enjoy cocktails like the Passionfruit Mule, Purple Mai Tai, Oaxacan Dead and more. $1 from every cocktail … Continued

Vinyl Gypsies Perform at The Six

The Six Social House 419 E Main St, Ventura, CA, United States

Classic Rock tribute band Vinyl Gypsies will perform at The Six on Thursday, May 9 starting at 6pm!

Bingo After Dark @ Happy Accidents

Happy Accidents Wine Co. 607 E Main St Unit D, California

Join us every Thursday night starting at 6:30pm for Bingo After Dark at Happy Accidents Wine Co.! It's FREE with cash prizes, gift cards, surprise performances, and themed nights. Get ready to roll with laughter as Bear Cave Productions presents a unique twist on the classic bingo night. Comedy Bingo Night is not your average … Continued

Tarot Basics with Allie

Smitten 365 E Main St, Ventura, CA, United States

Join Smitten and their host, Allie, for a free Tarot Lecture! If you've ever been interested in tarot, this is the perfect class to learn about the basics. RSVP at: https://www.smittenbookstore.com/

Ventura Improv Company at NAMBA

Namba Performance Arts Space 47 Oak Street, Ventura, CA, United States

Join us at NAMBA on May 10, every second Friday of the month at 7:00 PM, for an evening with the Ventura Improv Company! Get ready for a night filled with endless laughter and impromptu fun! Prepare yourselves for an uproarious night of non-stop laughter and spontaneous entertainment! Ventura Improv Company proudly presents a high-octane … Continued

Plum Gifts Yard Sale

Plum Gifts 466 East Main Street, Ventura, CA, United States

Don't miss Plum Gifts' Yard Sale on Saturday, May 11 in front of 8am. Get up to 90% off items! Venmo & cash only!

Findings Market Spring Fair

S. Oak St. Ventura, CA, United States

Findings Market Spring Fair is returning to S. Oak St. on Saturday, May 11th from 10am-4pm. Shop more than 100 makers, creatives, and merchants. Indulge in live music while savoring delicious food and beverages, and partake in fun activities suitable for all ages. This event is family-friendly and pet-friendly.

VC Art Market

California & Main 494 E Main St, Ventura, CA, United States

VC Art Market returns to Main St. on Saturday, May 11th - just in time for Mother’s Day! They’ve got a fantastic group of local artists & makers for you to shop and support! - Saturday, May 11th from 11am-5pm - Located on Main St. & California St. - Free event, everyone is welcome! We … Continued

Dark Book Club

Smitten 365 E Main St, Ventura, CA, United States

Dark book lovers, join our May Book Club! All are welcome. No RSVP is necessary just read the book selection of the month and come discuss with us. Hope to see you there!

Strange Beast Parklet Party

Strange Beast 394 E Main St #B, Ventura, United States

Join Strange Beast's Findings Market Parklet Party this Saturday, May 11th. Strange Beast, Bank of Italy and new popup, Backdoor Bento, are joining forces to bring you fun spring vibes this weekend! - DJ will be spinning from 3 pm to 7 pm. - Food, bottles of wine, sake, and beer available at 12 - … Continued

Fluid State’s 7th Anniversary Party

Fluid State Beer Garden 692 E Main St, Ventura, CA, United States

Enjoy live music all day and a Recreational Vehicle IPA release at Fluid State's 7th anniversary party Saturday from noon-11pm! There will be food & drink specials, bottle Merman Hot Sauce release, & more!

Queer Romance Book Club

Smitten 365 E Main St, Ventura, CA, United States

Join us for our next Queer Romance Book Club! No RSVP is necessary - all you need to do is read the book of the month and show up for the meeting. Easy peasy! Hope to see you there

Mother’s Day Brunch at Rocks & Drams

Rocks & Drams 14 S. California St, Ventura, CA, United States

Treat yourself, treat your Momma, or come in her honor! Celebrate Mother’s Day with us at Rocks & Drams with a delicious brunch buffet. Family friendly. We will have lawn games and more set up to entertain the kids and families in the tent. Reservations strongly recommended. You can make a reservation here. Seating times … Continued

Terrarium Workshop at Ventura Coast Brewing Co.

Ventura Coast Brewing Company 76 S. Oak Street, Ventura, CA, United States

Join Unpotted Plants & Co. at Ventura Coast Brewing Co. (VCBC) for their monthly Sunday Plant Club workshop! For May, they are meeting on Mother's Day to make glass jar terrariums. All materials, including glass jars, soils and substrates, your choice of plant, and your first beer from VCBC, are included in the $45 sign-up … Continued

From Brooklyn to Broadway: Lillias White Performs

Rubicon Theatre 1006 East Main Street, Ventura, CA, United States

Celebrate Mother’s Day in style and get ready to be dazzled by divine diva Lillias White! Star of 16 (count ‘em, 16!) Broadway shows, including her recent triumph in Hadestown on Broadway, Lillias brings her special blend of charisma and star-power to the Rubicon stage for a one-of-a-kind concert, where she'll perform some of Broadway’s … Continued

Candlelight Spring: A Tribute to Adele

Majestic Ventura Theater 26 South Chestnut Street, Ventura, CA, United States

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Ventura County!