by Blake Mashburn | Apr 5, 2018 | News
Enjoy a weekend full of music in beautiful Ventura! Head to Discovery Ventura (1888 East Thompson Boulevard, Ventura) on Saturday and Sunday for not one but TWO incredible music festivals! Whether you want to chill out to some reggae or sing along to some classic rock, there is a band for you to enjoy. Both events are open to all ages!
Backyard Bash
Date: Saturday, April 7, 2018
Time: 11:30 am – 7:00 pm (Backyard Bash) | 7:00 pm – 1:00 am (After Party)
Cost: $35 General Admission | $45 General Admission + After Party | $85 VIP
Purchase tickets HERE!
Entertainment Lineup
West Beach Main Stage
Bashment Stage
- 1:00 PM | RITAL MOVEMENT
- 2:00 PM | AFTER THE SMOKE
- 3:00 PM | DIEGO’S UMBRELLA
- 4:30 PM | KROOKED TREEZ
After Party
TRIBOO Music Festival
Date: Sunday, April 8, 2018
Time: 11:30 am – 8:00 pm (Music Festival) | 8:00 pm – 1:00 am (After Party)
Cost: $25 General Admission | $35 General Admission + After Party | $75 VIP
Purchase tickets HERE!
Entertainment Lineup
Main Stage
Indoor Stage
- 1:45 PM | SGT PEPPER (A Tribute to the Beatles)
- 3:30 PM | HOLLYWOOD STONES (A Tribute to the Rolling Stones)
- 5:15 PM | HIGH VOLTAGE (A Tribute to ACDC)
After Party
Both of these events will be held indoors and outdoors at Discovery Ventura. Parking is not available on site. Please utilize the free shuttle from 125 Hartman Drive. The shuttle will run throughout the day and drop off and pick up right in front of the festival gates.
Images Credit: Discovery Ventura
by Blake Mashburn | Mar 26, 2018 | News
Easter is here! Celebrate the holiday all weekend long throughout Ventura County! Check out these fantastic community events that the whole family will enjoy!
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Photos with the Bunny
Dates: Thursday, March 29th – Saturday, March 31st
Times: 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm (Thursday & Friday) | 10:00 am – 7:00 pm (Saturday)
Location: The Collection at RiverPark (2751 Park View Court, Oxnard)
Cost: Varies based on desired photo size and quantity
Have your photo taken with the Easter Bunny in the Annex. Afterwards, search for the coveted golden egg that has been hidden at The Collection. The egg can be redeemed for incredible prizes, including gift cards, movie passes, and passes to the Santa Barbara zoo.
Spring Fair
Dates: Friday, March 30th – Sunday, April 1st
Times: 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm (Friday) | 12:00 pm – 9:00 pm (Saturday) | 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm (Sunday)
Location: Ventura County Fairgrounds (10 West Harbor Boulevard, Ventura)
Cost: $6 for admission
It’s “a County Fair with Springtime Flair”! Have a fun filled Easter weekend at the fair. Enjoy carnival rides and games, arts and crafts, egg hunts, petting zoo, face painting, Kids zone, live entertainment, and delicious fair food.
Easter Egg Hunt
Date: Saturday, March 31st
Time: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Location: Arroyo Vista Community Park (4550 Tierra Rejada Road, Moorpark)
Cost: $5 for general admission | $10 all access (includes unlimited attractions & games)
This great event features an egg hunt, fun attractions and carnival games, food trucks, and photo opportunities with the Easter Bunny.
Easter EGGstravaganza & Spring Craft Fair
Date: Saturday, March 31st
Time: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Location: Community Center Park (1605 East Burnley Street, Camarillo)
Cost: FREE!
Find 20,000 eggs filled with toys or candy. Afterwards, enjoy visits with the Easter Bunny, entertainment, carnival games, petting zoo, craft and food vendors, and so much more!
Family Spring Fling
Date: Saturday, March 31st
Time: 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Location: Museum of Ventura County (100 East Main Street, Ventura)
Cost: FREE!
Head to the Museum for some fun family activities. Come create some beautiful springtime crafts. Decorate a bag to use at the egg hunt in Mission Park. Make a bouquet of tissue paper flowers and a mosaic card.
The Hunt!
Date: Saturday, March 31st
Time: 11:30 am – 2:00 pm
Location: Mission Park (185 East Santa Clara Street, Ventura)
Cost: FREE!
Come to Ventura’s biggest holiday egg hunt! Join the Easter Bunny as this hunt kicks off the spring street fair. Enjoy live entertainment while you shop from local art and craft vendors.
Easter Lunch Train
Date: Sunday, April 1st
Time: 12:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Location: Fillmore & Western Railway Co. (364 Main Street, Fillmore)
Cost: $50 per adult | $29 per youth (ages 4-12) | $25 per child (2-3)
On Easter Sunday, enjoy a relaxing ride through the beautiful Heritage Valley. Dine on a delicious lunch and receive treats from the Easter Bunny himself! Register HERE.
The Blake Mashburn Group wishes you and your family a very happy Easter!
by Blake Mashburn | Mar 19, 2018 | News
Fill your bellies with mouthwatering food during Ventura Restaurant Week!!! From Sunday, March 25th through Sunday, April 1st, check out 20 restaurants in beautiful downtown Ventura for some deliciously spicy good deals! This year’s Restaurant Week is honoring Ventura’s rich history by featuring the fire roasted Ortega Chili. Learn more about the Ortega Family and their delicious chili HERE. We wish you happy dining throughout Ventura for this great annual event!
Participating Ventura Restaurants
Aloha Steakhouse | 364 South California Street
Busy Bee Cafe | 478 East Main Street
Dargan’s Irish Pub & Restaurant | 593 East Main Street
Jimmy’s Slice | 585 East Main Street
Limon Y Sal | 598 East Main Street
Paradise Pantry | 222 East Main Street
Rookees | 419 East Main Street
Snapper Jack’s Taco Shack | 533 East Main Street
Sub Zero Ice Cream & Yogurt | 607 East Main Street
VenTiki | 701 East Main Street
Winchester’s Grill & Saloon | 632 East Main Street
AND MORE!!!
With Easter right around the corner, this year’s Restaurant Week features a fun, adult Easter Egg hunt. There will be an Easter Egg hidden within each of the participating restaurants listed above that contains a gift certificate to another participating restaurant. Begin your search on Wednesday, March 21st, to find one of these lucky eggs. Please note, you must be a customer at the restaurant in order to search for the egg. Hoppy searching!
Image Credit: Downtown Ventura
by Blake Mashburn | Mar 5, 2018 | News
Lá Fhéile Pádraig Sona Daoibh! St. Patrick’s Day is right around the corner! Celebrate your Irish pride throughout Ventura County for the holiday! You do not even need to wait until Saturday, March 17th, to begin the celebration! There are great events going on all weekend long for you to enjoy!
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St. Paddy’s Day Celebration
Dates: Monday, March 12th – Saturday, March 17th
Time: Full Schedule
Location: Brendan’s Irish Pub & Restaurant (1755 East Daily Drive, Camarillo)
Celebrate the holiday all week long at Brendan’s Irish Pub! Enjoy traditional Irish music, Claddagh dance performances, trivia, Irish whiskey and beer tastings, and so much more! Do not miss out on these fun festivities throughout the week that culminate in a spectacular St. Paddy’s Day event on Saturday!
Ventura St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Date: Saturday, March 17th
Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location: Downtown Ventura (East Main Street from the San Buenaventura Mission to North Ann Street)
Come see the 30th annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade presented by the Ventura Elks Lodge #1430. This year’s theme is Ventura Strong: Honoring Thomas Fire First Responders. Wear your best green outfits and find the perfect spot along the route to see the festive floats, fun marching bands, and so much more!
Beer March
Date: Saturday, March 17th
Time: 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Location: Camarillo Old Town | Check in at Studio Channel Islands Art Center (2222 Ventura Boulevard)
Cost: $35 in advance | $40 at door | Buy tickets HERE!
“Get Your Irish On” at 15+ stops. This 3rd annual event features delicious local craft breweries and fantastic live music.
The Blake Mashburn Group wishes everyone a very Happy St. Patrick’s Day throughout Ventura County!
by Blake Mashburn | Feb 12, 2018 | News
Get ready for the grand arrival of Tall Ships Ventura Harbor 2018! The spectacular Tall Ships, Hawaiian Chieftain and Lady Washington, will be sailing into Ventura Harbor at Noon on Tuesday, February 13th, and docking through Monday, March 5th, before commencing on their annual voyage up the beautiful California coast. Head to scenic Ventura Harbor Village (1583 Spinnaker Drive) to explore this magnificent ships and check out all the fun events being offered.
Dockside Tours
Get an authentic 18th century sailor’s view during this living history experience. Tall ship tours are available Tuesdays through Sundays (closed on Tuesday, February 20th). The tall ships are open for Dockside Tours from 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm (Tuesday – Friday) and 10:00 am – 1:00 pm (Saturday & Sunday). Although the Dockside Tours are FREE, a $3 donation to Grays Harbor Historical Seaport is recommended.
Presidents’ Day Festivities
Enjoy special activities and entertainment during the long weekend
Saturday & Sunday
- Tall Ship Dockside Tours | 10:00 am – 1:00 pm | $5 Suggested Donation
- Tall Ship Battle Sail | 2:00 pm (Saturday Only) | Tickets Required
- Live Music on Seaside Promenade Stage | 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
- Kids’ Scavenger Hunt | 10:00 am – 1:00 pm | FREE
- Pirates Roaming the Village | 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
- Tall Ship Visitor Booth | 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
- Parrot Photos (Saturday Only) & Henna Tattoos
Monday
- Special Tall Ship Dockside Tour | 10:00 am – 1:00 pm | $5 Suggested Donation
Sweethearts Valentine’s Day Sail
Enjoy a romantic sailing experience aboard the Lady Washington this Wednesday, February 14th, at 4:00 pm. Passengers must be at least 21 years of age. The cost is $55 per person or $100 per couple. Purchase Tickets HERE!
Adventure Sails
Have the ultimate seafaring adventure with your family aboard the Lady Washington. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. The cost is $49 per adult and $42 per child. Purchase Tickets HERE!
Dates
- Sunday, February 18th | 11:00 am
- Sunday, February 25th | 11:00 am
- Sunday, March 4th | 11:00 am
Battle Sails
Check out a battle on the high seas! These popular 3 hour sails allow passengers to experience a mock battle aboard the Lady Washington and Hawaiian Chieftain (vessel selection is first-come, first-served. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. The cost is $79 per adult, $69 per student/senior/military personnel, and $42 per child. Purchase Tickets HERE!
Dates
- Saturday, February 17th | 2:00 pm
- Sunday, February 18th | 2:00 pm
- Saturday, February 24th | 2:00 pm
- Sunday, February 25th | 2:00 pm
- Saturday, March 3rd | 2:00 pm
- Sunday, March 4th | 2:00 pm
Ventura Harbor Village Special Events
Children’s Art Activity
- Saturday, February 17th & Sunday, February 18th | 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
- The Courtyard at Building 1567 in Ventura Harbor Village
Sailor’s Tea
- Tuesday, February 20th | 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
- Harbor Village Gallery & Gifts
Plein Air Art Event
- Tuesday, February 27th | 10:00 am – 2:30 pm
- Docks at Ventura Harbor
The Blake Mashburn Group wishes everyone happy sailing in this month in beautiful Ventura!
Image Credit: Ventura Visitors & Convention Bureau
Backyard Bash
TRIBOO Music Festival
Participating Ventura Restaurants
Dockside Tours
