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7 Things To Do In August With Kids

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August 6, 2022

Where is this summer going? It's hard to believe it's August already. We've rounded up a list of 7 things you can do in August with your kids in Camarillo-Ventura-Oxnard to make the most of the month! 


1. Take your family to Ventura County Fair. 

If your kids love the rides check the wristband dates in our calendar, is one price for unlimited rides before 6PM. 

2. Sneak some zucchini onto your neighbor’s porch

Did you know there's actually a "holiday" for this? Yep, Sneak Some Zucchini Onto Your Neighbor’s Porch Day is Aug. 8. Celebrate by ... well you know what to do. 



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3. Read a book

There's never a bad time to pick up a book, but if you're looking for an excuse, National Book Lovers Day is Aug. 9. Better yet, take your kids to the Bookworn in Camarillo and find a new read!

4. Go thrifting!

National Thrift Shop Day is Aug. 17. Stock up on school clothes and get something fun for yourself, all while supporting the locally owned: 

Oxnard Thrift Stores

Super Thrift Stores

Streets of Vintage 


Camarillo Thrift Store

Goodwill Retails Store & Donation Center 

Green Goddess Boutique 

Save a Life Thrift Stores 


Ventura Thrift Store:

SPARC Second Change Store

Boys and Girls Club Thrift Store 

Buffalo Exchange  

5. Enjoy a great movie under the stars at Seaside at Ventura Harbor Village.

Check all the details: HERE 

6. Ride a roller coaster

Kids never say no to a visit to Six Flags ! Surprise them with a trip to celebrate National Roller Coaster Day Aug. 16. How many times can they ride the X2 ride?


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7.Lets keep the summer going with a Beach Festival. 

Experience all the fun at this year's Hueneme Beach Festival on August 27-28, 2022! Free admission, $10 parking and tons of fun including:

๐ŸŽต Live Music!

๐ŸŽก Fair-style Carnival Rides!

๐Ÿ˜‹ Good Eats!

๐Ÿบ Cold Beer!

๐ŸŽจ Chalk Art Exhibition!

๐Ÿ–๏ธ Sand Sculpture Exhibition!

๐ŸŽ‡ Community Booths!

๐Ÿงถ Arts & Crafts Vendors!


8. Back to School is here!! Stay tune this week for our back-to-school guide!