Approximately 71% of our planet is covered in water. Of that, oceans make up almost 97%. Our oceans help regulate the climate, sustains thousands of species of marine life (that we know of), and provides half of the planet's oxygen supply. Yet, between 1970 and 2012, almost 50% of all known marine life died. Learn more about our symbiotic relationship with the sea by coming to World Oceans Day Ventura 2019 this weekend.What: World Oceans Day Ventura 2019Where: Harbor Cove Beach (1850 Spinnaker)When: Friday, June 7th, 2 pm to 6 pmAdmission: FREEContact: Paso Pacifico (805) 643-7044 or via emailWorld Oceans Day Ventura 2019Paso Pacifico hosts World Oceans Day Ventura 2019 at Harbor Cove Beach this Friday, June 7th. To prove that learning can be fun, organizers created several games and ha... 06/03/2019

We only have one Mother Earth.  We need to treat her well so that our children's children can enjoy all she has to offer.  We need to lessen the stress we put on her.  The Ventura Earth Day Eco Fest 2016 will teach you what you can do to help our planet thrive for years to come.What: Ventura Earth Day Eco Fest 2016 Where: Promenade Park/Surfer's Point, Shoreline Dr, Ventura When: Saturday, April 23rd, 10am to 5pm Cost: FREEVentura Earth Day Eco Fest 2016Officially, Earth Day is tomorrow, April 22nd.  However, Ventura Earth Day Eco Fest 2016 will celebrate all things "eco-friendly" this Saturday in Promenade Park.  And you're invited.This popular Ventura County event brings in more than 5000 visitors every year.  Over 90 eco-centric exhibits will be on display along the beachfront.  Visi... 04/21/2016

The Ventura Seaside Half Marathon 2016 hits the beach this weekend.  OK, maybe not on the beach itself.  But every participant will have a beautiful view of the ocean as they make their way through the course.What: Ventura Seaside Half Marathon 2016 Where: Promenade Park (Shoreline Dr & Figueroa St) When: Sunday, February 21st, 8am to 8pm Cost: $55 for 5K, $65 for 10K, $85 for Half Marathon Contact: Bill Escobar, Race Director for Elite Sports of CA (805) 258-3779 or via emailVentura Seaside Half Marathon 2016The Ventura Seaside Half Marathon 2016 is actually split up into three separate courses: a 5K, a 10K and a half marathon (approximately 21K).  This mostly flat course is walker-friendly.  Even the half marathon can be walked if you want to give it a try.  Keep in mind, however, tha... 02/18/2016

Just because the kids are back in school does not mean that summer is over, especially in Ventura County.  We still have a couple of weeks left before Autumn takes over.  Celebrate the waning days of summer at the Ventura Beach Party 2014 this weekend, September 6 and 7 at the Ventura Promenade. What: Ventura Beach Party 2014Where: Ventura Promenade (North of the Pier, on C St Plaza)When: September 6 & 7Admission: FREEContact: Ventura Beach Party (805) 827-1095 or via email The Ventura Beach Party 2014 is a free two-day event for all Ventura residents and visitors to enjoy.  Get your groove thing on with plenty of live music from some amazingly talented local bands.  Join in on some of the beach game fun.  Eat to your heart's content courtesy of food for sale from local food trucks and... 09/04/2014

Ventura Coastal Cleanup Day 2013 Everyone associates Southern California living with the beach lifestyle.  That's certainly true with Ventura County residents.  With the influx of people spending time on our gorgeous beaches, there is a wave of litter left in their wake.  The City of Ventura is still looking for volunteers to help them solve this issue at Ventura Coastal Cleanup Day 2013. What: Ventura Coastal Cleanup Day 2013Where: Ventura County Parks and BeachesWhen: Saturday, September 21st, 9am to 12pm Volunteers are needed for five separate Ventura County areas on Ventura Coastal Cleanup Day 2013: Marina Park Promenade Beach San Buenaventura State Beach Seaward Beach Ventura Harbor Beaches If you're interested in volunteering at one of these beaches/parks, please click on their na... 09/19/2013

Ventura Beach Party 2013 The calendar may say that summer is over but, in Southern California, the party's just getting started!  You're invited to the Ventura Beach Party 2013 this Saturday and Sunday, September 7th and 8th.  This two day party at the pier will be full of fun, food, live music and so much more! What: Ventura Beach Party 2013Where: Ventura Promenade (north of the pier)When: September 7th, 10am to 5pm and September 8th, 10am to 4pmAdmission: FREE When you come to the Ventura Beach Party 2013 this weekend, you're going to be too busy to realize that it's the end of summer.  Local Ventura area musicians such as Big Tweed, Unusual Suspects, Lauren Hulbert and The Art Rockers will be performing throughout the weekend.  The kids will be given the opportunity to make their own... 09/05/2013

Although Earth Day is officially Monday, April 22nd, Ventura will be celebrating it on Saturday, April 20th.  And they are inviting you to join in on the fun.  For it's sixth year, the Ventura Earth Day Eco-Fest brings environmental awareness to the masses in a fun, creative way.  One visit and you'll see why they've won awards for this celebration. From 10am to 6pm, Promenade Park in downtown Ventura will be host a party for 6000+ people.  As part of the festivities, there will be live music, face painting, low waste food choices, green project exhibits, arts and crafts, games and scavenger hunts.  A free bike valet is available for those who arrive via pedal-power.  For just $1 per ticket, you can enter into the Eco-Fest raffle, with more than $6000 worth of goods and services up for ... 04/18/2013