BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ventura Harbor Village - ECPv6.18.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.venturaharborvillage.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Ventura Harbor Village REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20270314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20271107T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261129T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261129T150000 DTSTAMP:20261015T204947Z CREATED:20261015T204947Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T204947Z UID:10051146-1795953600-1795964400@www.venturaharborvillage.com SUMMARY:Live Music with Mark Masson Band DESCRIPTION:Free to Attend | Family-Friendly | Waterfront Ambiance\nPerforming live on the Promenade Stage from 12–3PM. Check the event page for the latest schedule and updates. \nWho is Mark Masson Band?\nMark Masson is a Ventura-based singer\, songwriter and guitarist best known as the frontman of Shaky Feelin’. His high-energy sound blends rock\, funk\, reggae and bluegrass\, backed by a catalog spanning five full-length albums and years of live performances. \nSEA More of Mark Masson on Facebook > \nShop\, Sip\, and Stroll in the Village\nBefore or after the show\, stroll the promenade and explore waterfront restaurants\, boutiques & galleries\, boat rentals\, and harbor attractions. With ocean breezes\, great music\, and plenty to discover\, it’s a lively way to spend the long weekend. URL:https://www.venturaharborvillage.com/event/live-music-with-mark-masson-band/ CATEGORIES:Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.venturaharborvillage.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/mark-masson-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261201 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261202 DTSTAMP:20261009T173837Z CREATED:20261009T173410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T173837Z UID:10051062-1796083200-1796169599@www.venturaharborvillage.com SUMMARY:Holiday Caroling Cruise with Island Packers DESCRIPTION:Take your holiday sing-along to the sea. Gather family and friends for an Island Packers Caroling Cruise through Ventura Harbor and the main channel of the Ventura Keys during select dates in Decemeber. Sing along to holiday favorites—or settle in and enjoy the music as you cruise. \nCruise Details\n\nDuration: Approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes\nDeparture location: Island Packers at Ventura Harbor Village\, 1691 Spinnaker Drive\nDates\, times & tickets: Visit Island Packers for the current schedule and pricing.\nOnboard refreshments: Snacks and beverages available for purchase; cash and credit cards accepted.\n\nBefore You Board\nDress warmly and wear comfortable shoes; no high heels. Bring a flashlight to help read the caroling book outside the cabin\, and contact Island Packers in advance if you have special boarding needs. The cruise travels through the main channel of the Ventura Keys; it does not enter the narrow waterways due to boat traffic. \nMake an evening of it with dinner at a Village restaurant before or after your cruise. \nView Cruise Dates & Book Tickets\nQuestions? Call Island Packers at (805) 642-1393. URL:https://www.venturaharborvillage.com/event/holiday-caroling-cruise-with-island-packers/2026-12-01/ CATEGORIES:Activities & Sales,Featured Activities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.venturaharborvillage.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/e9e5aa5e-c746-4602-965a-68eb0626c10c.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261204 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261205 DTSTAMP:20261017T164310Z CREATED:20261016T203504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261017T164310Z UID:10051629-1796342400-1796428799@www.venturaharborvillage.com SUMMARY:Holiday Caroling Cruises with Island Packers DESCRIPTION:See Ventura Harbor dressed in holiday lights—from the water! Join Island Packers for a one-hour evening cruise through the harbor’s main marina channels\, where decorated boats and waterfront lights set the scene. Sing along to seasonal favorites or simply settle in and enjoy the music and views. \n2026 Cruise Dates\nDecember 4\, 5\, 9\, 10\, 11\, 12\, 13\, 16\, 17\, 20\, 21\, 22 & 23 \nTime: 6:30–7:45 PM\nLocation: Ventura Harbor \nTickets \n\nAdults: $25\nSeniors (55+): $23\nChildren: $19\n\nGather your friends and family for a little holiday cheer on the harbor. \nBook your Holiday Caroling Cruise with Island Packers > URL:https://www.venturaharborvillage.com/event/holiday-caroling-cruises-with-island-packers-4/2026-12-04/ CATEGORIES:Activities & Sales,Featured,Featured Activities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.venturaharborvillage.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Adventure-with-Lights-2017.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261213T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261213T120000 DTSTAMP:20260930T221701Z CREATED:20260930T210737Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T221701Z UID:10050662-1797159600-1797163200@www.venturaharborvillage.com SUMMARY:Santa Paddle DESCRIPTION:Time to trade in your sleigh for a paddle! Join Santa and friends for this cheerful holiday tradition on the water in Ventura Harbor.  Starts at Ventura Boat Rentals (C Dock) at 11:00 AM. Rent a kayak\, stand-up paddleboard\, or festive pedal boat (or launch your own) and paddle alongside St. Nick through the marina.\n\n\n \nBest-Dressed Contest – Dress as Santa\, elves\, reindeer\, or anything merry.\nJudged at the finish by Ventura Boat Rentals. \nMerry Paddle Route – Group photo on the water\, then follow Santa to Harbor Cove Cafe and back. \nHoliday Cheer – Costumes\, smiles\, and sparkling harbor views. \nRentals: Available at Ventura Boat Rentals — arrive early at 10:30am to gear up. \n \nWaivers are mandatory for anyone launching their own vessel. Click below to RSVP & sign your waiver. \nLife jackets required for all participants per California boating regulations (if its not on you\, it should be on your vessel!) \nPlease follow all on-water safety guidance from staff and Harbor Patrol. URL:https://www.venturaharborvillage.com/event/santa-paddle-4/ CATEGORIES:Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.venturaharborvillage.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Website-Event-Featured-Photo-Pics-2026-09-30T140655.276.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261213T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261213T160000 DTSTAMP:20261008T174714Z CREATED:20260109T223510Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T174714Z UID:10049336-1797163200-1797177600@www.venturaharborvillage.com SUMMARY:Winter Wonderland DESCRIPTION:Bundle up and head to the harbor for this beloved family-friendly holiday tradition. Winter Wonderland transforms the waterfront into a festive coastal village filled with Santa sightings\, live reindeer\, snowfall\, entertainment\, shopping\, dining\, and feel-good ways to give back. \n \n  \nThis festive\, family-friendly holiday celebration transforms the Village into a joyful winter escape\, featuring Santa and Mrs. Claus by their classic red sleigh\, live reindeer encounters\, faux snowfall near twinkling holiday trees\, roaming holiday characters\, live entertainment\, and music. Shop seaside at local boutiques\, cozy waterfront dining\, and meaningful opportunities to give back—all with free admission and easy parking options for a full day of holiday magic by the harbor. Stay tuned for more details to come. URL:https://www.venturaharborvillage.com/event/winter-wonderland-2026/ CATEGORIES:Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.venturaharborvillage.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Wordpress-Event-Listing-Pictures-2026-01-09T143400.844.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261218 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261219 DTSTAMP:20261016T204032Z CREATED:20261016T204032Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261016T204032Z UID:10052014-1797552000-1797638399@www.venturaharborvillage.com SUMMARY:Parade of Lights & Fireworks Cruises with Island Packers DESCRIPTION:Cruise through the harbor’s main marina channels before settling into position to watch the 50th Annual Ventura Harbor Parade of Lights. The evening wraps up with a fireworks display\, weather permitting. \nDates: Friday\, December 18 & Saturday\, December 19\, 2026\nDepartures: 6:00 PM & 6:30 PM\nApproximate Return: 8:30 PM\nLocation: Ventura Harbor \nTickets \n\nAdults: $48\nSeniors: $44\nChildren under 12: $35\n\nGroup rates are available. \nBook your Parade of Lights & Fireworks Cruise with Island Packers > URL:https://www.venturaharborvillage.com/event/parade-of-lights-fireworks-cruises-with-island-packers/2026-12-18/ CATEGORIES:Activities & Sales,Featured Activities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.venturaharborvillage.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/dd8258a9-bb03-4c33-b2da-b7165121fc60.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261218T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261218T200000 DTSTAMP:20261014T202057Z CREATED:20260422T220432Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T202057Z UID:10046248-1797618600-1797624000@www.venturaharborvillage.com SUMMARY:50th Annual Parade of Lights & Fireworks DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars for Ventura Harbor Village’s 50th Annual Parade of Lights & Fireworks\, a dazzling holiday tradition that lights up the coast on Friday\, December 18\, and Saturday\, December 19\, 2026! This year invites you to immerse yourself in a spectacular display of illuminated boats\, glowing holiday décor\, and festive cheer all in honor of the parade’s 50th anniversary. \nEvent Highlights:\n\nBoat Parade: Watch as creatively decorated boats cruise through the harbor\, competing for top prizes while showcasing a luminous array of lights and holiday spirit.\nCarnival on the Main Lawn: Enjoy festive carnival rides and classic games for all ages—perfect for families and friends looking to extend the fun before and after the parade.\nFireworks Show: Don’t miss the breathtaking fireworks finale that lights up the night sky after the parade each evening.\nFamily Fun: Stroll through the Village to enjoy live entertainment\, seaside dining\, boutique shopping\, and special seasonal activities. Don’t miss seaside DJ spinning the holiday tunes and faux snowfall for all to enjoy a CA wintery experience.\n\nWhen:\n\nFriday\, December 18 & Saturday\, December 19\, 2026\nFestivities begin at 4 PM\, and the parade starts at 6:30 PM each evening.\n\nBoaters: Sign Up Early for 50th Anniversary Perks\nHelp make the 50th anniversary our brightest parade yet! Boater applications starting Wednesday\, October 14\, and the first 25 boats to sign up receive extra\, exclusive incentives for this milestone year. Gather your crew\, start planning your decorations and mark your calendar to apply early! Fill out the form below to sign up: \n\n\n\n \n \n Parade of Lights - Boater Application 2026\n 50th Anniversary - This Year's Theme: Golden Era \n \n Nights of Participation (check all that apply)*\n \n Friday\, December 18\, 2026\n \n \n Saturday\, December 19\, 2026\n \n \n Both Nights (Friday\, Dec 18 - Saturday\, Dec 19)\n You are strongly encouraged to participate BOTH nights! Participate both nights and be entered to win $100 in Ventura Harbor Village Restaurant Gift Certificates\n** Participation on Friday = 20 additional participation points toward Saturday’s judging.\n** 5 additional points for attending the mandatory Skippers Meeting Friday\, December 18th at 4PM\n\nJudging is Saturday night\, December 19th. Extra points for participating Friday\, December 18th.\n Required Skippers Meeting for all participating boaters on Friday\, December 18th at 4PM at the Holiday Inn Express Ventura in the Wind Jammer Meeting Room\n\nBoater InformationBoat Owner*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Address* \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n \n State\n \n \n ZIP / Postal Code\n \n \n Skipper*Phone*Email*\n \n Marina/Yacht Club Affiliation (if any)Boat Information / CategoryBoat Name*Make*Model*Length*Primary Boat Category*\n \n Power 25' & Under\n \n \n Power 26' & Over\n \n \n Sail 29' & Under\n \n \n Sail 30' & Over\n * requiredSecondary Boat Category*\n \n Dingy/Duffy\n \n \n Human Powered\n \n \n Commercial\n \n \n Private\n \n \n Non-Profit\n * requiredPlease write at least 3 fun facts about your boat\, decorations\, and/or passengers for the Parade Announcer to share with the crowd:*Promotional Approval*\n \n Yes\, I approve.\n I approve photos\, video\, & online promotions from the 2026 Parade of Lights can be used by Ventura Port District's Ventura Harbor Marketing Department.Important Parade Info\n\nThe parade will start with power boats followed by sail boats\, dinghies\, human powered\, etc. \nNo commercialization\, advertising\, or political statements as part of boat decoration will be allowed.\nTo preserve the safety of sea life\, releasing of balloons will not be allowed nor any other substance that could be harmful. \nPost your Parade of Lights images on social media and be sure to tag us @VenturaHarbor.\nFriday boaters have the opportunity to win People’s Choice Award. Encourage friends and family to vote on Facebook on Saturday\, Dec. 19. \nWaiver\, Release and IndemnityIn consideration of being allowed to participate in the Parade of Lights\, related events and activities\, Entrant agrees to follow the instructions of the Parade Committee and hereby waives and releases as well as indemnifies and holds harmless Ventura Port District dba Ventura Harbor Village and Ventura Harbor\, its officers\, directors\, employees\, agents\, and the Parade of Lights Committee and its members (hereinafter “Indemnities”) from and against any and all claims\, demands\, costs\, expenses\, losses\, or liabilities in law or in equity\, including\, but not limited to\, injury to or death of any person\, and damages to or destruction of property of any person\, arising out of any of the following:\n\n1. The willful misconduct or negligent acts\, errors or omissions of Entrant\, its officers\, agents\, employees\, contractors\, subcontractors\, and agents\, so long as such claims\, demands\, costs\, expenses\, losses or liabilities do not result from the sole negligence or willful misconduct of the Indemnities\, or any of them\, provided that if such claims\, demands\, costs\, expenses\, losses\, or liabilities arise from the negligence of the Indemnities\, or any of them (other than its or their sole negligence)\, then Entrant’s obligation hereunder shall be allocated in accordance with comparative negligence principles under California law;\n\n2. The violation of governmental laws or regulations\, compliance with which is the responsibility of Entrant and its agents.\n\nI agree to conform to and comply with all rules and regulations governing this event as well as the directions\, safety requirements\, instructions and regulations of the United States Coast Guard\, the Harbor Patrol\, and the Parade committed vessels.Waiver\, Release\, and Indemnity Acknowledgement*\n \n Yes\, I acknowledge that by submitting this application I consent to the statement above.\n \n Submit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nBoat Awards: A Golden Year to Shine\nFrom glowing kayaks to decked-out sailboats\, participating boaters will compete for awards—and this year’s 50th anniversary brings bigger grand prizes and the return of classic favorites! \n\nGrand Prizes: Sweepstakes awards of $550 each for qualifying sail and power boats\, plus Showstopper awards of $350 each for qualifying smaller boats.\nFirst & Second Place: Winners in the catagories Human Powered\, Dinghy/Duffy\, Non-Profit\, Commercial\, Power 25 Feet & Under\, Power 26 Feet & Over\, Sail 29 Feet & Under\, and Sail 30 Feet & Over.\nPeople’s Choice—Friday Only: Vote online through the Ventura Harbor Facebook page for your favorite Friday-night boat! The winner receives $250\, a golden cleat\, a harbor plaque and plenty of bragging rights.\nClassic Favorite Awards Return: Best Creative Use of Lights and Best Animation each earn $250\, while the NEW Golden Nugget Award honors the brightest boat in the parade.\n\nAdmission & Parking:\n\nAdmission is free.\nPaid parking is available or take a complimentary shuttle service to the Village.\nComplimentary Shuttle pick up at Harbor & Schooner Drive parking lot and Portside Ventura. Free parking is available on Spinnaker Drive\, the Dolphin Parking lot at Safe Harbors Marina (a 5 min walk back to Andria’s and the Village)\, along Spinnaker Drive and at the dirt lot at the end of Spinnaker Drive for Parade of Lights.\n\nStay Connected:\nDon’t miss this unforgettable coastal celebration that blends holiday magic with oceanfront beauty. Whether you’re enjoying the parade from a waterfront restaurant or joining in the fun along the promenade\, the 2026 Parade of Lights & Fireworks is sure to shine bright in your holiday memories! Visit VenturaHarborVillage.com for updates\, tips\, and more event details. \nStart your holiday season aglow with the Parade of Lights at Ventura Harbor! URL:https://www.venturaharborvillage.com/event/50th-annual-parade-of-lights-fireworks-3-2/2026-12-18/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.venturaharborvillage.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Wordpress-Event-Listing-Pictures-2026-01-09T142318.845.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR