Press Releases
Boater Registration is Open for 57th Annual Parade of Lights
Registration is open for boaters interested in participating in the Channel Islands Harbor’s 57th Annual Parade of Lights. “Santa’s Workshop Creates a Spark of Love” will be the title for this year’s parade. The title of the parade is meant to pay tribute to the “Spark of Love Toy Drive,” which provided toys to more…
Parade of Lights and Channel Islands Harbor Food & Toy Drive Unite for Spectacular Holiday Extravaganza
The 57th Annual Parade of Lights is joining forces with the 4th Annual Channel Islands Harbor Food & Toy Drive to create a festive spectacle like never before. On Saturday, December 9th, the enchanting lights of the parade will twinkle alongside the warmth of holiday giving, making it a day to remember for the entire…
57th Annual Parade of Lights to Honor Spark of Love Toy Drive
“Santa’s Workshop Creates a Spark of Love” will be the title of the 57th Annual Parade of Lights at the Channel Islands Harbor. Boater’s are encouraged to decorate their entries with a “Santa’s Workshop” theme. Ventura County Harbor Department Director Michael Tripp said the theme of the Parade of Lights is meant to pay tribute…
Boater Registration is Open for 2nd Annual Parade of Frights
Registration is open for boaters interested in participating in the Channel Islands Harbor’s 2nd Annual Parade of Frights, a non-competitive Halloween-themed boat parade. The boat parade is scheduled to start at 7 p.m. on Saturday, October 28, 2023. Interested boaters can register by downloading this form. The deadline to submit registration documents is 3 p.m. on…
Ventura County Harbor Department Seeks Feedback About New Playground at Channel Islands Harbor
A draft concept for a new .25-acre playground at Harbor View Park at the Channel Islands Harbor is complete. Ventura County residents and visitors are encouraged to provide feedback about the design and features of the playground. Ventura County Harbor Department Director Michael Tripp said he and staff will be available to take in-person comments…
Boater Safety Checklist in Advance of Hurricane Hilary
With Hurricane Hilary working towards arrival in Southern California Sunday night and early Monday morning, the U.S. National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard has issued warnings about potential significant marine issues that include: High surf Strong winds Dangerous rip currents Coastal flooding/beach erosion from San Pedro to Seal Beach, Catalina and Long Beach Harbors. Dangerous conditions…