🍂 Ojai Day! 🍂 Save the Date!
Join Spunky Seniors for one of Southern California's most charming small-town festivals! Ojai Day is a wonderful opportunity to stroll through beautiful downtown Ojai, browse local artisan booths, enjoy live music, discover unique crafts, sample delicious food, and experience the welcoming spirit of the Ojai community.
First celebrated in 1917, Ojai Day honors the town's rich history and has become one of its most anticipated annual traditions. The festival fills downtown Ojai and Libbey Park with artists, musicians, community organizations, local businesses, and great food—making it the perfect autumn day trip with friends.
📅 Event Details:
Saturday, October 17, 2026
Festival Hours: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Spunky Senior Hours: 10:15 AM - 2:30 PM
Location: Downtown Ojai & Libbey Park
205 East Ojai Avenue, Ojai, CA
ojaiday.com – not much is posted yet on this City of Ojai website so check back for updates
🚗 Our Plan for the Day:
9:30 AM – Carpools depart from Santa Barbara (details to follow).
10:15 AM – Meet just inside Libbey Park off Ojai Avenue.
Look for Diane holding a balloon to check in.
You'll receive a flower sticker or other sticker to wear so it's easy to recognize fellow Spunky Seniors as you explore the festival. Feel free to wander with us as a group or with friends or explore on your own, knowing you'll be able to spot familiar faces throughout the day.
12:30 PM – We'll gather and walk together to Agave Maria's Mexican Restaurant for lunch, which is close to the festival.
- 106 S. Montgomery Street, Ojai, CA 93023
- https://agavemarias.com
After lunch, you're welcome to continue exploring the festival with the group or stay as long as you'd like.
🚙 Parking:
If you're driving separately, we recommend arriving by 9:45–10:00 AM and parking in one of the free public parking lots or on nearby side streets around Libbey Park.
As we get closer to the event, we'll organize carpools from Santa Barbara for anyone who would like to ride together.
🎵 Festival Highlights:
• Local artisan and craft vendors
• Live music and entertainment
• Delicious food and treats
• Community organizations and exhibits
• Historic downtown Ojai
• Beautiful fall atmosphere
Registration:
RSVP required at luma.com/spunkyseniors.
Whether you've visited Ojai many times or this is your first trip, Ojai Day is a wonderful way to celebrate the season, discover something new, and enjoy a beautiful fall day with fellow Spunky Seniors.