Channel Islands Harbor
Where ADVENTURE Flows
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Discover it for Yourself...
Hop on a jet ski. Catch a glimpse of a whale. Watch the sunset over the ocean. Whether you live around the corner or you're unplugging for a weekend adventure, the scenic Channel Islands Harbor is worth the trip. Just about an hour's drive from Los Angeles, our beach-lined parks and picnic-worthy coastline await you.
If you're into surfing uncrowded beaches, strolling in for a museum exhibition, then rounding out the day with some mouth-watering local cuisine, bring the whole family for an adventure. We have something for everyone!
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Upcoming Events
Events
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Viva Las Vegas Aboard Starlight
Featured Viva Las Vegas Aboard StarlightReady to ditch the usual Friday night routine for a high-stakes, on-the-water adventure? Every Friday night through the Summer of 2026, Starlight is bringing the glitz and glamour of Vegas…
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2026 Concerts by the Sea – 80s Invasion
FeaturedHarbor View Park 3850 Harbor Blvd, Oxnard, CA, United StatesWe are excited to have 80s Invasion close of the free Concerts by the Sea summer series. The music, the movies, the fashions, the dancing, the video games, and of…
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September 2026 Speaker Series at the Channel Islands Maritime Museum
FeaturedChannel Islands Maritime Museum 3900 Bluefin Circle, Oxnard, CAJoin USCG LT Brandon Collins for an engaging presentation on how the events of September 11, 2001, transformed the U.S. Coast Guard’s maritime response. The program will explore the Coast…
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2026 Concert on the Sea
FeaturedBoaters, kayakers, and paddleboarders – get ready to drop anchor, launch your craft, and enjoy live music right on harbor waters! The Channel Islands Harbor is thrilled to announce its…
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7th Annual Chowderfest
FeaturedChannel Islands Maritime Museum 3900 Bluefin Circle, Oxnard, CAGet ready for a flavorful coastal celebration at the 7th Annual Chowderfest at the Channel Islands Maritime Museum! Spend your afternoon indulging in rich, savory chowders crafted by top local…
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2026 Central Coast British Car Club Show
FeaturedHarbor View Park 3850 Harbor Blvd, Oxnard, CA, United StatesMark your calendars for Sunday, September 27, 2026, as the 35th Annual British Car Club Show returns to Channel Islands Harbor! This beloved event brings together an impressive display of…
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2026 Ponies by the Sea Car Show at Channel Islands Harbor
FeaturedHarbor View Park 3850 Harbor Blvd, Oxnard, CA, United StatesMark your calendars for Sunday, October 11, 2026, as the Tri-County Mustang Club hosts the annual Ponies by the Sea Car Show at the scenic Channel Islands Harbor! This beloved event…
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2nd Annual Pumpkin Paddle
FeaturedThe Channel Islands Harbor will host its inaugural Pumpkin Paddle at 10 a.m. on Saturday, October 24, 2026 inviting kayakers and paddleboarders to dress up in costume and celebrate Halloween…
News from the Harbor
Dredging will take place at Channel Islands Harbor this year as the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Los Angeles District, in coordination with the County of Ventura, returns to complete…
There has never been a more exciting time to be at Channel Islands Harbor. As we move into September, I want to reflect on an incredible summer it has been…
The Oxnard Performing Arts Center Nonprofit (OPAC), in partnership with Channel Islands Harbor, is inviting Ventura County artists to apply for Creative Tides, a four-month artist-in-residence program exploring the connection…
