Oxnard · Ventura County, CA
Live music in Oxnard
Scout analyzed 72 Oxnard places and surfaced the ones that actually fit live music.
Places analyzed
72
Matches
24
Typical spend
$40
Typical visit
1.5 hr
Scout-verified spots
Via Marina
Via Marina Park
Via Marina Park is good for a free, relaxed outdoor visit, perhaps for an hour or two. It pairs well with other nearby outdoor activities or as a place to unwind after exploring the area.
Outdoors
Marina Park
Marina Park is a good free stop for families or solo adventurers, offering ocean views and a playground. Plan for an hour or two of outdoor activity, easily combined with a nearby meal.
Outdoors
Hollywood Beach
Hollywood Beach is a great spot for a relaxed few hours by the ocean, perfect for families or solo reflection. It's free to enter, though parking or snacks might add a small cost, and it pairs well with a picnic or a post-beach meal nearby.
Downtown Ventura
Palermo
Palermo is a good stop for a casual coffee or gelato break during a downtown outing, offering a quick refreshment and browsing. Expect to spend 30 minutes and around $5-15 per person.
Hollywood
Hollywood Beach Cafe®
This diner is good for a casual breakfast or lunch, especially on a weekend. Expect to spend about an hour and $15-30 per person.
Food & Drink
Cafe Amri
Cafe Amri is a good spot for a casual breakfast or lunch, offering classic diner fare with creative twists. Expect to spend 45-60 minutes and $10-25 per person, making it suitable for a relaxed meal as part of a shopping trip or a family outing.
Wilson
Xielo Artisan Desserts
A stop for artisan desserts and coffee, good for a sweet treat after a meal or as a casual outing. Expect to spend 30 minutes and under $15 per person.
Oxnard Shores
Ox & Ocean
Ox & Ocean is a restaurant suitable for a nice dinner or special occasion, offering views of the beach. Expect to spend $35-80 per person for a meal and drinks over 1.5 hours.
Rio Lindo
Vineyard cafe
Vineyard Cafe is suitable for a casual brunch or lunch, ideal for a solo meal, family outing, or a relaxed weekend meet-up. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and about $15-$30 per person.
Rio Lindo
Rio Lindo Park
Rio Lindo Park is a free community park suitable for a quick stop during a family outing or a solo walk. Expect to spend about an hour here, with plenty of free parking available.
Nightlife
Harbor Cove Cafe
Harbor Cove Cafe is a relaxed, casual waterside spot ideal for a family meal or a cheap outing, especially for breakfast or lunch. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $15-30 per person for a meal with views.
Hobson Park East
Cabo Seafood Grill And Cantina
This casual seafood and Mexican restaurant is good for an easy weeknight dinner or a happy hour stop. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and around $15-35 per person for food and drinks.
Hollywood
Sea Fresh Channel Islands
This harborside seafood restaurant is good for a relaxed meal with views, especially on weekends. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $35-75 per person.
Wilson
Plaza Park
Plaza Park is a free outdoor space suitable for a casual stroll or a short break. It's good for an hour-long, no-cost family outing or solo relaxation, especially on weekends.
Kamala Park
Durley Park
Durley Park is a free outdoor space suitable for a 1-2 hour visit with kids, offering a relaxed environment for a family outing or solo stroll. It's a good standalone activity or can precede a meal nearby.
Riverpark
Larsen's Grill -- Oxnard
Larsen's Grill is a classic steakhouse best for a romantic evening or special occasion, featuring dinner and live piano music. Plan for a 1.5-2 hour visit, with an expected cost of $75-$150 per person.
Riverpark
Red Door Escape Room
Red Door Escape Room offers an hour-long, immersive puzzle-solving experience. It's a good activity for groups to kick off a birthday celebration or as part of a family weekend outing, costing around $35-45 per person.
Riverpark
Settebello Pizzeria Napoletana
Settebello is a casual Neapolitan pizza spot, good for a relaxed family meal or a simple date night, lasting about an hour. Expect to spend $15-30 per person.
Riverpark
Activate Oxnard
Activate Oxnard is an indoor adventure sports center suitable for an active family outing or a group event, expecting to spend 1-2 hours and around $30-50 per person on activities. It pairs well with a meal before or after.
Food & Drink
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf is suitable for a quick, casual stop for beverages and light snacks, often pairing well with shopping or errands. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for about 30 minutes.
Oxnard Shores
Oxnard State Beach Park
Oxnard State Beach Park is a good spot for a few hours of outdoor family fun, offering a beach, playground, and space for activities. It pairs well with a picnic or local takeout, with minimal cost unless you opt for a barbecue.
Food & Drink
Sunset Terrace Restaurant | Bar | Lounge
This is a good spot for an evening meal with eclectic American fare, drinks, and entertainment like a DJ or sports TV. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and $30-70 per person, making it suitable for a casual date night or a fun outing with friends.
Nightlife
Q Club Oxnard
Q Club is a casual sports bar and pool hall good for an evening of relaxed fun and affordable pub food. Expect to spend 1-2 hours here, costing around $15-35 per person for food and drinks.
Channel Islands
Fishermen's Catch
This is a good spot for a casual seafood meal, especially if you're looking for fresh fish to take home or want a quick, unfussy lunch or dinner. Expect to spend 1-2 hours here and between $15-40 per person.
Under $35
Cheap dates and low-spend afternoons.
Worth the splurge
When the night needs to land.
Outdoors
Patio, trail, or open-air.
No reservation needed
Walk in tonight.
What Scout found
- 48 of the 72 analyzed Oxnard places fit live music.
- 23% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
- 67% have easy parking.
- Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Playful, Scenic, Adventurous, Quiet.
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