Good morning, Simi Valley!

From all of us here at the Simi Scoop, we want to wish you a Happy Thanksgiving! We are so grateful for all of you and your support. There is plenty happening around town this extra-long weekend!

Let’s jump in:

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PS…our Black Friday sale is also in effect November 24th to December 1st - 15% off on ALL services! 

Main Scoops

🦃 Thanksgiving Day 5K

Kick off Thanksgiving with a fun & festive 5K at Rancho Simi Park. It’s flat, fast, family-friendly, stroller-friendly, and the perfect excuse to eat everything in sight later.

Runners, walkers, kids, grandparents, and dogs all hit the Arroyo bike path at 8 AM sharp for one of Simi’s most beloved holiday traditions. No race-day registration, so plan ahead.

Start your day with sweat → finish it with pie. That’s the balance we like.

👉 Thanksgiving Day 5K – Details & Registration

🎄Christmas on the Farm

Underwood Family Farms turns into a full holiday wonderland starting Nov 28, and it’s one of the most wholesome, can’t-miss traditions in Ventura County. Wagon rides, farm animals, holiday photo ops, Santa visits, festive activities, and enough Christmas charm to make even the Grinchiest dad smile, present company included.

Kids can slide down tractors, write letters to Santa, explore the farm, and catch animal shows. Weekends bring even more fun, holiday trains, crafts, reindeer cameos, and “California sleigh rides.”

If you want a family holiday day trip that feels magical (and gets the best photos of the season), this is it. One of my favorite Christmas traditions!

👉 Christmas on the Farm – Learn More

The Weekly Crave

😋 Thanksgiving at The Junkyard Café

If cooking isn’t in the cards this year, The Junkyard Café has Simi covered with one of the most welcoming Thanksgiving spreads in town. They open bright and early at 7 AM, but the real feast begins at noon, when their scratch-made holiday plates start rolling out.

Expect the full traditional lineup: roast turkey with giblet gravy, homemade stuffing, candied yams, green bean casserole, real mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, and a warm roll with creamery butter. Dessert is a battle between pumpkin pie and their famous bread pudding with “yum sauce.” So if you’re looking for the traditional Turkey Day meal without the hassle and mess, head over to Junkyard!

Quick Details:
• Open 7 AM – 8 PM
• Thanksgiving dinner starts 12 PM
• Reservations for large parties only
• Takeout/delivery: 805-520-5865

The Local Topping

🏈 Cleats for Kids — FREE Sports Gear Giveaway

Nov 30 & Dec 1 • Simi Valley Town Center (Suite 240)

If you’ve got a young athlete in the house, this is one event you don’t want to sleep on. Cleats for Kids, hosted by Simi’s own Dawson Armstrong in partnership with NFL Flag Ventura County, is giving away gently used cleats, pads, helmets, gloves, and other essential sports gear — completely FREE.

Think of it as holiday shopping… without the holiday spending.

The pop-up runs two days only inside Suite 240 at the Simi Valley Town Center — right between Tilly’s and the Skateboard Hall of Fame, just a short walk from Santa’s photo area.

Event Times:
• Nov 30: 2 PM – 6 PM
• Dec 1: 4 PM – 8 PM

Gear is first-come, first-served, with limits per athlete so everyone gets a shot. Teams in need may even qualify for extra equipment.

Perfect for families gearing up for winter and spring sports without blowing the budget.

✨ Extra Sprinkles for Nov. 27th - 30th, 2025 Music, Events, Food, & Fun This weekend in Simi Valley
All times local | Events subject to change

PRESENTED BY: CRUNCH FITNESS- SIMI VALLEY

^{Thursday, November 27th}

Thanksgiving Day 5K
Kick off Turkey Day with a scenic 5K starting at Rancho Simi Park. Flat course, Arroyo bike path, chill family vibe.

On Track Running Turkey Trot 5K
Chip-timed Thanksgiving morning 5K with a fast, flat course. First 200 runners get a shirt and medal — fun way to kick off the holiday.

^{Friday, November 28th}

SIMI VALLEY FARMERS MARKET - CLOSED

Black Friday Wine Sale – Nectar of the Dogs Wine
1 PM - 6 PM 10% off select bottles when you mention “TGIF.” Perfect stop for post-shopping wine runs.

Tom & The Refugees – Tom Petty Tribute
8:30 PM - 11:30 PM A full-energy Petty tribute at Rock & Roll Pizza Bar. Expect the classics. 18+.

Photos with Santa – Simi Valley Town Center
Santa returns! Photos from 11 AM–7 PM (break 3–4 PM).

Zaremba at Grill on the Green
6PM - 9PM Gritty guitar riffs, bluesy rock ’n’ roll, and killer energy from Dave & Howie. The Band Zaremba fires up the patio with a feel-good set that’ll have you singing along and grabbing another round.

The Arena – Bands hit the stage around 8 PM.

^{Saturday, November 29th}

Left of the Dial + Pizza – Nectar of the Dogs Wine
6 PM - 9 PM 80s/alt rock covers + wood-fired pizza from Rivers Pizza House. Relaxed outdoor vibes.

Fair Warning & Rock N Roses + Toy Drive
7:30 PM - 11:30 PM Van Halen + Guns N' Roses tributes, plus a Toys-for-Tots drive. Great show for a great cause.

Christmas on the Farm Opens – Underwood Family Farms
9 AM - 5 PM Holiday photo ops, wagon rides, animals, and farm activities. Very family-friendly.

Photos with Santa – Simi Valley Town Center
11 AM–7 PM (break 3PM- 4PM)

^{Sunday, November 30th}

Reggae Sunday w/ King Sol & The Vibes
3 PM-5PM Sunday reggae at Rock & Roll Pizza Bar. Chill, family-friendly, free.

Photos with Santa – Simi Valley Town Center
11 AM–7 PM (break 3PM- 4PM)

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