Lights. Camera. Coastline! Evenings on California’s Central Coast at Ventura Harbor Village just got a lot more fun, as the waterfront destination unveils its highly anticipated 2025 Seaside Movie Nights – a cinematic experience that fuses beloved throwback films with coastal charm. This free movie series spans from Summer to Fall  2025 at Ventura Harbor Village. www.VenturaHarborVillage.com

Taking place on three unforgettable Saturdays – August 9, September 6, and October 11 at sunset – this free outdoor movie series invites guests to gather outdoors on the scenic Ventura  Harbor Village Main Lawn, steps from the scenic marina. With cult 

classics, such as E.T. The Extra- Terrestrial, JAWS, and Hocus Pocus, complimented by preshow fun, and plenty of seaside flavor, it’s a can’t-miss community tradition for locals and travelers alike!

This year’s theme is “Nostalgia on the Big Screen, “a tribute to the epic films of the ‘70s, ‘80s, and ‘90s that continue to capture the hearts of film lovers.

2025 SEASIDE MOVIE LINE-UP:

Saturday, August 9 – E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial
“Phone home” for this unforgettable journey from director Steven Spielberg that redefined movie magic.
• Preshow kicks off at 7:00 PM with glow crafts & giveaways
• Movie begins just after sunset around 8:00 PM

Saturday, September 6 – JAWS (50th Anniversary Screening)
Celebrate five decades of Spielberg’s thrilling masterpiece that changed summer cinema forever.
• Preshow at 6:30 PM with thrilling surprises & interactive fun
• Movie begins just after sunset around 7:30 PM

Saturday, October 11 – Hocus Pocus
Get spellbound by this Halloween cult favorite—costumes highly encouraged!
• Preshow at 5:30 PM includes a costume contest & spooky fun
• Movie begins at approximately 6:30 PM

Moviegoers are encouraged to arrive early to soak in the coastal ambiance. Dine waterside, enjoy DJ tunes, costume contests, and giveaways before the show. Bring low-back chairs and 

cozy blankets—then settle in with fresh popped kettle corn, coffee, or tasty takeout from Village restaurants.

Need a cozy hoodie or soft blanket? Harbor Village shops have you covered! Prime viewing spots go fast—arrive at least an hour before sundown for the full experience.

Seaside Movie Nights will be hosted on the Ventura Harbor Village Main Lawn by Ventura Port District and sponsors at1583 Spinnaker Drive. Admission to the movies is FREE. Find more 

details: www.VenturaHarborVillage.com

Parking: On-site paid parking now in effect on Saturdays with evenings free after 8 PM.  Free parking options remain along Spinnaker Drive and at the Dolphin Lot (Safe Harbor Ventura Isle).

Accessibility: Wheelchair viewing is available along the promenade and near the stage.

Special thanks to Spotlight Sponsors: Brophy Bros. Clam Bar & Restaurant and On the Alley, with Community Contributors: Creative Coast Productions and Sunbelt Rentals.

Located along California’s stunning Central Coast, Ventura Harbor Village is a vibrant, family-friendly destination offering seaside dining, unique boutiques, live entertainment, and outdoor 

adventure. Just minutes from Highway 101, and home to the Channel Islands National Park Visitor Center—it’s where coastal culture meets cinematic magic.

Follow & tag: @VenturaHarbor #SeasideMovieNights

Credit: Ventura Harbor Village.

TICKETS ON SALE FRIDAY, JULY 25 AT CIRQUEMUSICA.COM  

 TCG Entertainment, the leading producer of live entertainment, announces its all-new Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland tour to more than 80 cities across the U.S. and Canada.  A must-see holiday event and beloved tradition for families everywhere, Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland launches with two tours on Nov. 19 in Ottumwa, Iowa and Nov. 25 in Rochester, Minnesota before traveling to more than 80 cities across the U. S. and Canada, including Seattle, Phoenix, Los Angeles, Tampa and Dallas/Fort-Worth. Tickets for all markets go on-sale  Friday, July 25, 2025 at www.CirqueMusica.com.

Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland 2025 will have all-new costumes, new music and even more spectacular cirque acts, making this year’s show the most ethereal and breathtaking in its 16 years of inspiring holiday joy.  Popular V.I.P. experience tickets are available in select markets for guests to go behind the scenes to meet cast members, pose for photos with props and more.

“This year, Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland has even more cirque acts to captivate and inspire awe in our audiences. We are proud to say it’s one of our most beautiful shows in all our years of holiday magic making,” said Stephen Cook, President of TCG Entertainment, Producer of Cirque Musica. “We are so excited to announce we have two Cirque Musica tours stopping in more than 80 cities this year. We look forward to working with our partners, venues and talented cast to bring our spectacular show to families everywhere.”

Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland blends the spellbinding grace and daredevil athleticism of today’s greatest circus performers with a musical mix of timeless seasonal music. With some of the best cirque performers from around the world, audiences can expect a night of inspiring holiday entertainment accompanied by breath-taking acrobatic feats of strength and skill.

2025 Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland Tour Dates – Additional markets in the U.S. and Canada will be announced later this summer.

11/20/25         Mason City      IA         NIACC    

11/21/25         Green Bay       WI        Weidner Center                                                                                                                                                           

11/22/25         Wausau            WI        Grand Theater                                                                                                                                                             

11/23/25         Burnsville         MN      Ames Center                                                                                                                                                                

11/25/25         Sioux Falls        SD        Washington Pavilion                                                                                                                                                                                                                           

11/25/25         Evansville         IN         Victory Theater

11/26/25         Ames   IA         Stephens Auditorium                                                                                                                                                               

11/26/25         Joliet   IL           Rialto Square Theater           

11/28/25         Davenport       IA         Adler Theatre                                                                                                                                                               

11/28/25         Clarksville        TN        F&M Bank Arena                                                                                                                                                                     

11/29/25         Bloomington   IL          Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts                                                                                                                                                        

11/29/25         Rockford          IL          Coronado Theatre                                                                                                                                                                   

11/30/25         Cedar Rapids   IA         Paramount Theater                                                                                                                                                                

11/30/25         Grand Forks    ND       Alerus Center                                                                                                                                                               

12/2/25           St. Louis           MO      The Factory                                                                                                                                                                  

12/2/25           Edmonton       AB        River Cree Resort and Casino                                                                                                                                                            

12/3/25           Greenville        PA        Palace Theatre                                                                                                                                                                         

12/3/25           Grand Prairie  AB        Bonnetts Energy Centre                                                                                                                                                                     

12/4/25           Springfield       MA      MGM Springfield                                                                                                                                                                     

12/4/25           Prince George BC        CN Centre                                                                                                                                                                     

12/5/25           Easton PA        State Theater Center for the Arts                                                     

12/5/25           Abbotsford      BC        Abbotsford Centre                                                                                                                                                                  

12/6/25           Cherokee         NC        Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort                                                                                                                                                                                                     

12/6/25           Spokane           WA      First Interstate Center

12/7/25           Wilkes-Barre   PA        FM Kirby Center                                                                                                                                                                      

12/7/25           Seattle              WA      Angel Of The Winds                                                                                                                                                                

12/9/25           Albany              NY        The Palace Theatre                                                                                                                                                                                                                             

12/10/25         Lowell               MA      Lowell Memorial Auditorium                                                                                                                                                                                                            

12/11/25         Syracuse          NY        The Oncenter Crouse Hinds Theater

12/11/25         San Jose           CA        San Jose Civic

12/12/25         Louisville          KY        Louisville Palace Theatre                                                                                                                                                                    

12/12/25         Riverside          CA        Fox Theater                                                                                                                                                               

12/13/25         Rochester        NY        Kodak Center

12/13/25         Laughlin           NV       Fiesta Showroom at Harrah’s Laughlin                                                                                                                                                                                            

12/14/25         Atlantic City    NJ         Ocean City Casino Resort                                                                                                                                                                   

12/15/25         Richmond        VA        Altria Theater                                                                                                                                                              

12/16/25         Roanoke          VA        Berglund Performing Arts Theatre                                                                                                                                                               

12/16/25         Folsom             CA        Harris Center                                                                                                                                                                

12/17/25         Augusta           GA       Miller Theater                                                                                                                                                              

12/17/25         Los Angeles     CA        Youtube Theater                                                                                                                                                                     

12/18/25         The Villages     FL         Savannah Center                                                                                                                                                                     

12/18/25         Friant               CA        Table Mountain Casino                                                                                                                                                                      

12/19/25         Clearwater      FL         Ruth Eckard Hall                                                                                                                                                          

12/19/25         Friant               CA        Table Mountain Casino                                                                                                                                                                      

12/20/25         Melbourne      FL         King Center                                                                                                                                                                   

12/20/25         Mesa                AZ        Mesa Arts Center                                                                                                                                                                    

12/21/25         Sarasota           FL         Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall                                                                                                                                                                   

12/21/25         Prescott           AZ        Findlay Toyota Center                                                                                                                                                            

12/22/25         Jacksonville     FL         Florida Theater                                                                                                                                                                        

12/22/25         Grand Junction            CO        The Avalon Theatre                                                                                                                                                               

12/23/25         Baton Rouge   LA         Raising Cane’s River Center                                                                                                                                                   

12/23/25         Loveland          CO        Blue Arena                                                                                                                                                                    

12/24/25         Cedar Park       TX        H-E-B Center at Cedar Park                                                                                                                                                               

12/26/25         Frisco               TX        Comerica Center                                                                                                                                                                     

12/26/25         Amarillo           TX        Civic Auditorium                                                                                                                                                                      

12/27/25         Fort Worth      TX        Will Rogers Auditorium                                                                                                                                                          

12/27/25         Santa Fe           NM      Buffalo Thunder Casino                                                                                                                                                                      

12/28/25         San Antonio    TX        Tobin Center     

Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland is an unforgettable experience for the entire family to enjoy – a world-class circus experience infused with the holiday classics we all love. For more information on ticketing, visit www.CirqueMusica.com.

Credit: TCG Entertainment.

Looking for an unforgettable summer activity in Los Angeles? Titanic: A Voyage Through Time is a breathtaking virtual reality experience now open at Beverly Center, offering visitors the rare chance to step aboard history’s most legendary ship and journey to the ocean’s depths.

Presented by Fever, the leading entertainment discovery platform, and developed with Musealia’s historical experts, this immersive, interactive VR experience transports guests through time and space:

• Descend 3.8km beneath the ocean to explore the Titanic’s wreckage as it rests today.
• Travel back to 1912 and step aboard as a passenger.
• Wander through iconic spaces like the Grand Staircase, elegant dining rooms and bustling decks.
• Encounter the people who shaped its story and witness history unfold around you.

Whether you’re a history enthusiast, adventure seeker or simply looking for a unique way to spend a summer day, Titanic: A Voyage Through Time is an unforgettable experience for individuals, friends and families.

WHERE:

Beverly Center

8500 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048

MORE INFORMATION:

For more information about the event and to purchase tickets, please visit titanicexperiencevr.com/los-angeles/.

Credit: Fever.

Community Day on Tuesday, May 27 Offers Free Admission for Locals to Explore the Ship’s Expansive Art and Museum Offerings.

Named the top Specialty Museum in Long Beach by TripAdvisor, the Queen Mary is a living testament to elegance, history, and artistry. Moored in Long Beach, this historic ocean liner offers guests an immersive experience where art, architecture, and the ship’s storied past come to life. With its newly restored art deco masterpiece, captivating exhibits, and curated art gallery, the Queen Mary remains a cornerstone of Southern California’s cultural landscape. On Tuesday, May 27, from 10AM to 5PM, the ship will host a Queen Mary Community Day, offering free admission for visitors to experience The Queen Mary’s artistic and historical treasures up close.

“The Queen Mary has always stood as a marvel of design and engineering, but she’s also one of the most unique cultural and art destinations on the West Coast,” said Steve Caloca, Managing Director of the Queen Mary. “The Community Day coming up in May is an opportunity for our neighbors to step aboard and truly explore the ship as a living museum; to see the art, the preservation efforts, and the exhibits that continue to tell her magnificent story.”

From bow to stern, the Queen Mary herself is an architectural time capsule. Her original decks, staterooms, and grand salons are adorned with rare woods, etched glass, and decorative metalwork that define the ship’s famed Art Deco style. One of the most treasured pieces is the recently restored “Unicorns in Battle,” a breathtaking 16-foot mural located in the Queen’s Salon. Originally created by Alfred J. Oakley and Gilbert Bayes, the carved gesso panel is the second-largest artwork aboard the ship and once served as the dramatic focal point above the 1st Class Main Lounge fireplace. Thanks to restoration supported by QMI Restore, the mural’s gilded silver and gold leaf detailing has been returned to its original brilliance. The ship also recently launched a Restoration & Preservation webpage, where the public can learn more about ongoing efforts to safeguard and showcase the Queen Mary’s historic assets.

Daily, guests are invited to chart their own course through the ship’s many exhibits via 20+ “Experience Points, now available in 5 different languages. These immersive experiences reveal the inner workings of the ship, from the wheel house to the propeller box, with stops at the Commodore’s office, the radio room, the engine room, and more. Using a mobile phone, guests can access experience points located throughout the ship to listen and learn more about key areas. A complimentary Experience Point postcard, featuring a map of all locations, is available at Passenger Information which is open daily from 10a.m. to 6p.m. Larger onboard exhibits include “Their Finest Hours: Winston Churchill and The Queen Mary,” and “The Cunard Story,” which explores the legacy of the legendary company behind more than 150 ocean liners spanning 175 years. 

New to the Queen Mary’s art offerings are three can’t-miss additions: newly installed museum placards, the Queen Mary Archives Museum, and the onboard Queen Mary Art Gallery. The museum placards, located throughout the ship, provide historical context and fascinating insights into select artworks and iconic spaces, enhancing the self-guided experience for visitors. The Archives Museum, accessible exclusively to guests who book the VIP tour, houses rarely seen furniture, artwork, and artifacts from the ship’s days of transatlantic luxury travel. Guests exploring the Queen Mary’s newly curated Art Gallery can view a variety of remarkable works that speak directly to the ship’s legacy including: Madonna of the Tall Ships by Kenneth Shoesmith and The Mills Circus by Dame Laura Knight. Madonna of the Tall Ships was one of several original works commissioned by Cunard to decorate the Queen Mary’s first-class public rooms, capturing the romance and grandeur of ocean travel. Knight’s vibrant The Mills Circus celebrates performance and theatricality, echoing the ship’s legacy as a lively social and cultural hub. Both works offer a glimpse into the artistry that once adorned Cunard’s most elegant spaces and now continue to inspire onboard.

To celebrate all of these offerings, visitors are invited to enjoy complimentary admission to the Queen Mary on Tuesday, May 27 during the Queen Mary’s Community Day. From the grand design elements to newly curated exhibits, guests can experience firsthand why the Queen Mary continues to enchant and inspire nearly 90 years after her maiden voyage.

For more information, upcoming events, programming, and more visit www.queenmary.com/seasonal-events.htm and queenmary.com/whatsondeck, or connect with us on social @TheQueenMary.

Credit: The Queen Mary.

Rubio’s is launching a new and improved mobile app on September 27. The new app better reflects the Rubio’s brand and Baja roots, with an emphasis on an improved guest ordering experience.

• Easier to earn and redeem rewards for free food, customize menu items and receive special challenges to earn points even faster.
• Faster reordering, and the ability to quickly add-to-bag and make salsa bar selections.

Plus, app users can participate in the “Back to Baja” Sweepstakes for the chance to win a trip to Cabo San Lucas. Rubio’s Rewards members earn an entry with every app order, through October, for a chance to win. The Grand Prize is a three night and four-day trip to Baja for two, including a Cabo San Lucas luxury resort, transportation to and from the airport and flights. Ten second place prizes include $100 Rubio’s gift cards, good for anything on the menu.

Credit: Rubio’s.

The Los Angeles Zoo comes to life in the evenings this summer starting Friday, July 7 with all-ages Zoo Friday Nights Presented by L.A. Care, where guests where can discover what their favorite animals get up to during the cooler twilight hours. Families can roam the entire zoo until 8 p.m., while enjoying music, a Family Dance Party by GEC Entertainment, games, interactive education stations, and more. Full bars (21+), food truck fare, and carousel rides are available for an additional fee. Each evening will feature a different band along with DJ Johnny Hawkes, who will be spinning genre-blending mashups from the past few decades. The first evening will feature nine-member Masanga Marimba Ensemble, who will be playing high-energy, family-oriented traditional and popular music from Africa and Latin America. Other performances in the series include all-female Pulp Vixen; ‘80s cover bands Flashback Heart Attack and Pop Gun Rerun; and Reggae, Soca, and Caribbean band Upstream, among others.

JULY 7

Music: Masanga Marimba Ensemble, DJ Johnny Hawkes  
Food Trucks: Baby’s Badass Burgers, Cousin’s Maine Lobster, Burnt to a Crisp Texas Smokehouse, After’s Ice Cream, Border Grill, Rice Balls of Fire

JULY 14

Music: Pulp Vixen, DJ Johnny Hawkes  
Food Trucks: Baby’s Badass Burgers, Cousin’s Maine Lobster, Burnt to a Crisp Texas Smokehouse, Van Leeuwen Ice Cream, Jay’z Tacos

JULY 21

Music: The All the Vibes Band, DJ Johnny Hawkes  
Food Trucks: Baby’s Badass Burgers, Cousin’s Maine Lobster, Burnt to a Crisp Texas Smokehouse, Kona Ice, Border Grill, Rice Balls of Fire

JULY 28

Music: Flashback Heart Attack, DJ Johnny Hawkes  
Food Trucks: Baby’s Badass Burgers, Cousin’s Maine Lobster, Burnt to a Crisp Texas Smokehouse, After’s Ice Cream, Van Leeuwen Ice Cream, Jay’z Tacos

AUGUST 4

Music: Pop Gun Rerun, DJ Johnny Hawkes 
Food Trucks: Baby’s Badass Burgers, Cousin’s Maine Lobster, Burnt to a Crisp Texas Smokehouse, Kona Ice, Border Grill

AUGUST 11

Music: Upstream, DJ Johnny Hawkes  
Food Trucks: Baby’s Badass Burgers, Cousin’s Maine Lobster, Burnt to a Crisp Texas Smokehouse, After’s Ice Cream, Jay’z Tacos, Rice Balls of Fire

AUGUST 18

Music: Shades of Blue, DJ Johnny Hawkes  
Food Trucks: Baby’s Badass Burgers, Cousin’s Maine Lobster, Burnt to a Crisp Texas Smokehouse, Kona Ice, Jay’z Tacos

This seven-week series runs until Friday, Aug. 18 from 6–9 p.m. $25 per adult (18+); $20 per child (2-17); and $15 for GLAZA members. For more information on this nighttime series and to purchase tickets, visit https://lazoo.org/plan-your-visit/special-experiences/zoo-friday-nights/.  

Credit: The Los Angeles Zoo.