Memorial Day Weekend in Simi Valley 2026: Your Local Guide

Frame the weekend warmly, three days of family time, music, and the unofficial start of summer in Simi. Mention the team's 20+ years rooted in this community. No sales pitch.

Happy Face Music Festival, Saturday, May 23

Cover the basics: 10:30 a.m. to 7 p.m., Rancho Santa Susana Community Park, 5005 E. Los Angeles Avenue. Mention the tribute lineup (Bee Gees Fever, fABBA Show, Dog 'N' Butterfly, YachtSoul Groove). General admission $25, VIP $125. Why it matters: hosted by Rotary Club of Simi Sunrise, this has become one of the area's signature spring community events.

Simi Summer Days Carnival, Friday May 22 to Monday May 25

Located at Simi Valley Town Center. Free admission, free parking. Carnival hours: Fri 5–10 p.m., Sat & Sun 2–10 p.m., Mon 2–9 p.m. Family-friendly rides, Super Shot Drop Tower, Yo Yo Swing, Cliffhanger Fun House, Tea Cups, Super Slide. Note the 36-inch height minimum for many kids' rides.

Memorial Day Ceremonies in Ventura County

Quietly point to local Memorial Day services (Conejo Mountain Memorial Park in Camarillo; Pierce Brothers Westlake Village's 35th Annual Memorial Day Ceremony). Brief, respectful tone. No CTA in this section.

Where Locals Go for the Long Weekend

A personal-voice section. Debbie's picks for a low-key Memorial Day at home:

  • Morning hike at Corriganville Park or Rocky Peak
  • Coffee at Stone Hearth Coffee or French Press
  • Quick stop at the Simi Valley Farmers Market (Sunday morning)
  • Late afternoon backyard BBQ, touch on simple ways to make a backyard guest-ready for summer (clean grill, string lights, easy seating)


A Few Quiet Things to Remember


A short closing reflection on Memorial Day's meaning. No real estate language. Just acknowledgment of what the holiday is for.


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