Ventura County
Ventura
Where Main Street Meets Ocean Dreams
About Ventura
Ventura unfolds like a love letter to California's golden age, where palm-lined Main Street beckons with vintage shops and farm-to-table bistros just blocks from pristine beaches. The historic San Buenaventura Mission anchors this charming coastal city, while the Ventura Pier stretches into endless Pacific sunsets that paint the Channel Islands in ethereal light. Here, morning surf sessions give way to afternoon wine tastings, and every corner reveals another reason why locals never want to leave.
Upcoming Events
All eventsAugust 1 Free Music Class for Kids (Ventura, CA)
communityJeff Dean
Oxnard Levity Live
artsNick Guerra
Oxnard Levity Live
musicGrateful Shred
Libbey Bowl
WORK IT! 90/2000s Hip Hop and R&B Night at Ventura Music Hall
artsPacific Festival Ballet presents Charlotte's Web
Scherr Forum- B of A Performing Arts Center, Thousand Oaks
artsTrevor Noah
Santa Barbara Bowl
Jake Owen
Box Office Bombshells Burlesque
Jake Owen
Ventura County Fairgrounds
musicJake Owen
Ventura Fairgrounds
artsMarc Maron: Yammering into the Void Tour
Ojai Playhouse
Local Businesses
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department_storeTarget
4200, East Main Street, Ventura, CA, 93003
department_storeSears
3295, East Main Street, Ventura, CA, 93003
carpetRug Design Center
484, East Main Street, Ventura, CA, 93001
sportsBig 5 Sporting Goods
sportsRip Curl
petPetSmart
4840, Telephone Road, Ventura, CA, 93003
fuelValero
alcoholMidtown Wines
981, East Main Street, Ventura, CA, 93001
farmRodela Produce
4550, Olivas Park Drive, Ventura, CA, 93003
Latest News in Ventura
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VenturaA Summer of Hope and Wishes
This summer, Make-A-Wish Central Coast and Southern Central Valley is on a mission to grant 80 wishes for local children facing critical illnesses. From trips to Disneyland to meeting favorite characters, each wish brings a spark of joy and hope to families navigating unimaginable challenges. It’s a powerful reminder that even in the toughest moments, our community’s support can make dreams come true. As reported by the Ventura Breeze, this initiative touches lives right here in Ventura and across the 805 region. For families like the ones in our own neighborhoods, a wish isn’t just a gift—it’s a lifeline of strength and togetherness. Let’s rally behind these kids and help spread hope this summer.
VenturaCoates Appointed to Water Commission
Ventura's water future just got a thoughtful new voice at the table. Crawford Coates, a familiar face in West Ventura and a longtime community leader, has been appointed to the Ventura Water Commission as the representative for the general public. While the commission typically includes four professionals from water-related fields, Coates brings a different kind of expertise — years of writing, journalism, and local advocacy that give him a grounded understanding of what matters to everyday neighbors. As reported by the Ventura Breeze, Coates steps into a role that connects residents directly to decisions about our water supply, infrastructure, and conservation efforts. For a coastal city where water is always top of mind — from drought planning to ocean health — having a citizen's voice at the table is a quiet but meaningful win. It's the kind of local appointment that reminds us how much our community's character shapes how we tackle big challenges.
VenturaCMH Earns National Awards
Great news for Ventura! Community Memorial Healthcare has been recognized with four national awards from the American Heart Association, highlighting its dedication to top-notch care for heart attack, stroke, and diabetes patients. The honors include the prestigious Get With The Guidelines®-Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award and the Get With The Guidelines® – Coronary Artery Disease NSTEMI Bronze award, which reflect the hospital's commitment to evidence-based, research-driven treatment. This is a big deal for our community, as it means local residents can access high-quality care close to home without needing to travel far. As reported by the Ventura Breeze, these awards underscore CMH's role as a healthcare leader on the Central Coast. For anyone who has a loved one affected by heart disease or stroke—which touches so many families—this recognition brings peace of mind. It's a testament to the hard work of CMH's doctors, nurses, and staff, and a reminder that our local hospital is on the cutting edge of patient care. Congratulations to the entire CMH team for this well-deserved honor!