Posted Mar 23, 2022 | By Alejandra Cerball

The Best Things To Do This Spring in Oxnard

The Ultimate Guide to Spring Events in Oxnard

2023 Celebration of the Whales Festival | Channel Islands Harbor


The 23rd Annual Celebration of the Whales Festival is a family event featuring activities for kids, chalk art and fabulous prizes. Check out the Channel Islands Maritime Museum activities, the Channel Islands Harbor Farmers Market, and a "Gray Whale Migration Trail" along the marina path that connects the two activity centers.

Spring Scavenger Hunt | The Collection at RiverPark

April 1 - 30

Celebrate the arrival of Spring with fun family activities at The Collection at RiverPark. The Spring bunny has placed pictures of some of his favorite Spring items all over The Collection and would love your help to find them! Hop Hop Hop around The Collection at RiverPark to help search for the items. Visit Guest Services starting April 1st through April 30th to pick up your spring map. Once you've completed your hunt, show your completed map to the bunny helpers at Guest Services to enter to win an egg-tastic prize!

Follow The Collection on Instagram to learn about the Spring Basket Giveaway held April 3-6th!

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Spring Kids Club | Collection Park


Join us for a morning of fun creating colorful artwork and interactive playing at the Spring Kids Club event from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Collection Park. This family-friendly event offers a range of activities and crafts that are sure to put a spring in your little bunny’s step. There’s something for everyone to enjoy. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to celebrate the season with The Collection.

Oxnard Spring Festival | Downtown oxnard


Visit Downtown Oxnard for the Spring Festival, a free, family-friendly event with free basket giveaways, an egg hunt, breakfast and photos with bunny and so much more.

Photos with The Bunny | The Collection at RiverPark


Bring the whole family for your spring photos! There are no reservations; photos are on a first-come, first-served basis. Pets are welcome. Bunny Photos will be next to The Annex Food Hall at 546 Collection Blvd.

Check out the price list here.

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Heritage Square

Spring Tea 2023| Heritage Square


Treat mom to a unique experience at the annual Spring Tea at Heritage Square on Mother's Day weekend. Enjoy savory tea sandwiches, scones, fresh fruit, and desserts catered by The 1901 Restaurant. The 2022 theme is the Golden Age of Hollywood, and guests are encouraged to wear their "Glitz and Glam" from the '20s, '30s or 40s and participate in a Red Carpet Fashion Parade. Registration starts at 1:30.

There will also be a no-host bar featuring champagne and signature cocktails. All proceeds benefit The Heritage Square educational programming.

Price: $40 per guest; $25 per guest 12 yrs & under.

Looking for more family friends events and things to do in Oxnard, check out our guide to the best things to do in Oxnard.


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Alejandra Cerball (Journalist | Travel Writer)

Alejandra Cerball is an award-winning journalist, writer, and editor of alexcerball.com, a Travel + Lifestyle online destination filled with compelling and honest travel tips + resources. On her blog, Alex shares inspiration for your bucket list, family travel + adventure itineraries, and style guides to help you pack for your next trip.

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