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Simi Scoop – May 29– June 1 | Cronies turns 20!
Your guide to live music, local events, and where to be this weekend in Simi.
Where Simi Valley Locals stay in the know. No fluff.
Good morning, Simi Valley!
Simi Fest takes over Cronies this weekend — 3 days, live bands, outdoor bar, zero excuses to miss it.
The city’s finally updating its bike plan. (Last one came out when flip phones were still a thing.)
And yeah, all those dump trucks headed to the landfill? The city addressed it — sort of, relief is on the horizon.
Let’s jump in.
Main Scoop
Simi Fest 2025 at Cronies
📍 Cronies Sports Grill – 2752 Cochran St, Simi Valley
📅 May 30, May 31 & June 1
🎟️ Free Entry | 🍺 Outdoor Bar | 🎶 Live Music All Weekend
It’s Cronies' 20th birthday — and the whole town’s invited.
Simi Fest 2025 is a full weekend of music, food, drinks, DJs, and great people. The outdoor bar will be flowing, the stage will be rocking, and the grill will be sizzling. Whether you’re a tri tip fan, a local music head, or just in it for the good vibes, there’s something here for you.
🎤 Lineup Highlights
Friday, May 30
• Bad Habit
• DJ Kasanova (all weekend)
Saturday, May 31
• Phillip Anthony
• The Outpatients
• The Way
Sunday, June 1
• Mylee Dream
• Justin Honsinger
• DNA
🧢 Expect: Live music, DJ sets, custom merch, and community energy that screams Simi Summer.
👉 Follow @croniessportsgrill for event updates and behind-the-scenes peeks.
Civic News
📹 Fire Debris & Landfill Presentation Now Available
A recording of the May 19 City Council meeting is now available, featuring a joint presentation by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and Waste Management on fire debris cleanup and increased waste deliveries to the Simi Valley Landfill.
The good news? Officials say the uptick in dump truck traffic should significantly decrease by mid-summer as fire debris removal efforts begin to wind down.
🚲 Simi Valley Bicycle Master Plan: 2025 Update Underway
The City of Simi Valley is updating its Bicycle Master Plan for the first time since 2008 — and they want your input.
The plan includes improvements to safety, connectivity, and rider experience across town, with key features like:
Key Focus Areas:
Buffered Bike Lanes: Implementing bike lanes with physical buffers to separate cyclists from vehicular traffic, enhancing safety.
Arroyo Simi Greenway Enhancements: Upgrading the Arroyo Simi Bike Path with improved trail entries, signage, and amenities to encourage more usage.
Educational Programs: Introducing biking safety and awareness programs in coordination with local schools to promote cycling among students.
Whether you’re a weekend rider, student commuter, or just bike-friendly, this is your chance to speak up and help build a more bike-friendly Simi. Help shape the future of biking in Simi:
🗓️ What’s Happening This Weekend in Simi Valley
May 30 – June 1, 2025
✨ All times local | Events subject to change
Friday, May 30
🍅 Simi Valley Certified Farmers' Market
📍 Civic Center Plaza – 2757 Tapo Canyon Rd
🕚 11:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Shop local produce, baked goods, and handmade items — rain or shine.
👉 Market Info
🎶 Live Entertainment at The Arena
📍 The Arena – 999 Enchanted Way
🕓 8:00 PM
Live music and good vibes all night. Band TBA
👉 Event Info
🎶 Simi Fest 2025 – Day 1
📍 Cronies Sports Grill – 2752 Cochran St
Kick off the weekend with Bad Habit and DJ Kasanova at Cronies' 20th-anniversary celebration. Great food, live music, and summer energy.
👉 Event Info
🎭 Hairspray
📍 Simi Valley Cultural Arts Center – 3050 E Los Angeles Ave
🕗 8:00 PM
The weekend kickoff performance of this final weekend run!
👉 Tickets
🎶 The Mixxers at Rock & Roll Pizza Bar
📍 Rock & Roll Pizza Bar – 5255 Cochran St
🕣 8:30 PM – 11:30 PM
High-energy dance hits. No cover. 18+ event.
👉 Event Info
Saturday, May 31
🎶 Live Entertainment at The Arena
📍 The Arena – 999 Enchanted Way
🕓 8:00 PM
Live music continues at The Arena. Lineup TBA
👉 Event Info
🎶 Spring Wine Club Pickup Party feat. The Grizwalds
📍 Nectar of the Dogs Wine – 791 Chambers Ln, Suite 110
🕔 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Includes a glass of new Rosé, charcuterie apps, taco dinner, and dance music from The Grizwalds.
👉 More Info & Tickets
🎶 Simi Fest 2025 – Day 2
📍 Cronies Sports Grill – 2752 Cochran St
🕗 All day (no specific start time listed)
Enjoy performances by Phillip Anthony, The Outpatients, The Way, and DJ Kasanova all day long.
👉 Event Info
🎶 Operation 90s
📍 Chuys Baja Grill —1397 E Los Angeles Ave
🕖 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Live throwback set from one of SoCal’s favorite ‘90s tribute bands.
👉 Event Info
🎤 Don’t Tell Comedy
📍 Secret Indoor Location in Simi (announced day-of)
🕗 Saturday, May 31 | 8:00 PM (Doors at 7:30 PM)
BYOB and 21+ only — this underground comedy show delivers major laughs in a unique Simi Valley setting.
👉 Get Tickets
🎭 Hairspray – The Musical
📍 Simi Valley Cultural Arts Center – 3050 E Los Angeles Ave
🕗 8:00 PM
Can’t get enough? Catch the penultimate performance before it closes.
👉 Tickets
🎶 Whisky Kick at Rock & Roll Pizza Bar
📍 Rock & Roll Pizza Bar – 5255 Cochran St
🕣 8:30 PM – 11:30 PM
Crank up the ‘80s and ‘90s rock classics with Whisky Kick. No cover. 18+
👉 Event Info
Sunday, June 1
🎭 Hairspray – Final Performance
📍 Simi Valley Cultural Arts Center – 3050 E Los Angeles Ave
🕑 2:00 PM
Last chance to catch the cast bringing big hair and big heart to the stage.
👉 Tickets
🎶 Reggae Sunday feat. Chris Murray at Rock & Roll Pizza Bar
📍 Rock & Roll Pizza Bar – 5255 Cochran St
🕒 3:00 PM
Reggae rhythms, relaxed vibes, and delicious food to close your weekend.
👉 Event Info
🎶 Simi Fest 2025 – Day 3
📍 Cronies Sports Grill – 2752 Cochran St
🕗 No time listed
Wrap up the weekend with Mylee Dream, Justin Honsinger, DNA, and DJ Kasanova.
👉 Event Info
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☀️Simi Valley Weather Forecast (May 29–June 1)
Day | High | Low | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
Thursday | 82°F | 57°F | Partly Sunny 🌤️ |
Friday | 92°F | 57°F | Sunny & Hot ☀️🔥 |
Saturday | 88°F | 61°F | Mix of Sun & Clouds ⛅ |
Sunday | 82°F | 56°F | Partly Sunny 🌤️ |
A sun-soaked weekend is on the way — with Friday bringing the heat. Don’t forget sunscreen and water if you’re heading to outdoor events!
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Did You Know?
Simi Valley is home to one of the longest-running film locations in the country.
Corriganville Park, once a working movie ranch owned by cowboy actor Ray "Crash" Corrigan, was used in countless Westerns, TV shows, and even Robin Hood films from the 1930s to the 1960s.
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