Saturday, December 20, 2025
Start the morning on the water with this festive Ventura Harbor tradition. Beginning at Ventura Boat Rentals (C Dock), paddlers of all ages can rent kayaks, stand-up paddle boards, or holiday-themed pedal boats and cruise alongside Santa himself. After a group photo, the cheerful fleet follows St. Nick through the marina in a merry paddle procession to the Channel Islands National Park Visitor Center and back. Festive costumes are encouraged — the best-dressed Santa wins a prize — and toy donations are welcome in support of the Local Love Project and Spark of Love.
Event is free; rentals available on-site.
