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Whether you need to know local public holidays or highlights through the seasons, we hope you will find the facts gathered below useful tools for your travel planning. Please feel free to contact us if we can assist you further.

General information

A unique planned community, Westlake Village nestles among the rolling hills and arroyos of Conejo Valley, 38 miles (61 kilometres) northwest of downtown Los Angeles. Located 15 miles (24 kilometres) inland from Malibu and the Pacific Ocean, the city is built around a man-made lake straddling the Los Angeles-Ventura county line, framed by the Simi Hills to the north and Santa Monica Mountains to the south.

As a result of measures taken to preserve and enhance the surrounding natural environment, Westlake Village has enjoyed consistent growth, contributing to high-quality community services and a low crime rate. Today, 30,000 residents live on both sides of the city, which is recognised as one of the most desirable communities to live and work in the United States. Miles of equestrian and hiking trails, sports, cultural and entertainment activities are available for all ages.

Westlake Village is located on a 26-mile (42-kilometre) corridor on Highway 101, where some of the world's leading aerospace, electronic, computer, insurance and pharmaceutical companies are headquartered. Amongst some of the internationally known names that have called Westlake Village home are the world headquarters of Countrywide, Amgen and Dole Food Company, Inc. On 20 acres (8 hectares) of beautifully landscaped gardens, a new 750,000-square-foot (70,000-square-metre) complex contains an innovative wellness centre, television production studio, full-service spa – and the distinguished 270-room Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village.

Time zone

GMT -8 hours
Pacific Standard Time

Language(s) spoken

English

Electrical system

Local voltage is 110 to 120 volts AC. Adapters are available; please request through the Concierge.

Shopping hours

Daily 9:00 am to 10:00 pm

Working hours

Monday to Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Time and distance to city centre

5 minutes/3 miles/5 kilometres

Time and distance to shopping

• The Promenade at Westlake Village: 5 minutes/3 miles/5 kilometres
• The Lakes at Thousand Oaks: 10 minutes/6 miles/10 kilometres
• The Oaks Mall: 15 minutes/10 miles/16 kilometres
• Camarillo Premium Outlet Mall: 15 miles/24 kilometres
• Rodeo Drive: 40 miles/64 kilometres

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Seasonal highlights

March - May

• The Malibu Wine Classic features food and wine from the best wineries and restaurants in the area.
• Mailbu Film Festival showcases independent films from around the world.
• Enjoy shopping and free outdoor concerts at the Westlake Village Promenade.
• The Point Mugu Air Show, a three-day event, is one of the more popular attractions in Ventura County. More than 300,000 people attended the 2001 Air Show featuring the U.S. Air Force "Thunderbirds".
• The California Strawberry Festival in Oxnard offers dishes made from locally grown strawberries, and entertainment for the entire family.
• Cinco de Mayo celebrates Mexico's victory over the French army at the Battle of Puebla, with plenty of south-of-the-border-style festivities.

June-August

• Opening Night at the Hollywood Bowl celebrates stars of the past and the present as they are inducted into the Hollywood Bowl Hall of Fame.
• The Summer Pops Festival runs from July through September at the Hollywood Bowl.
• The Malibu Arts Festival features local art and a seaside setting.
• The Getty Museum offers outdoor concerts and garden concerts for children during the summer months.
• The Camarillo Greek Festival is held each year at the Camarillo Airport.  The Festival includes Greek delicacies such as hand-made baklava, live Greek music, dancing and prizes.
• Camarillo Air Show takes off each year at the Camarillo Airport, a former Air Force Base, with demonstrations of historic aircraft.
• Enjoy the many beautiful beaches in the area, including Zuma Beach, El Matador State Beach and Paradise Cove.
• Take in the Summer Concert Series, or stroll through the lush gardens at the Huntington Library Art Collections and Botanical Gardens in Pasadena.

September - November

• Visit the Ventura County Fair, an annual 12-day event, at Seaside Park. The Fair features an array of entertainment, exhibits and culinary treats.
• Take in a baseball game at Dodger Stadium and treat yourself to a world-famous Dodger Dog.
• The Malibu Celebration of Film takes place each October and showcases the "best of" films from the Sundance, Toronto and Berlin film festivals.
• During the month of October, Knott's Berry Farm becomes Knotts Scary Farm, featuring haunted mazes, rides and a Halloween treasure hunt for kids.
• Runners and spectators alike will enjoy Westlake Village's annual Pumpkin Run and Health Fair, which features three races in varied lengths.
• Celebrate Reyes Adobe Days in Agoura Hills, a citywide festival that features cultural events, entertainment, concerts and a parade.
• The Westlake Village Auto Show takes place annually on the first Sunday of October.

December - February

• The Rose Bowl football game and Tournament of Roses Parade are hosted each January in Pasadena.
• The Hollywood Christmas Parade draws thousands of spectators to Hollywood Boulevard each year.
• A Christmas Parade and Holiday Festival is held each year in Camarillo's Old Town.
• Enjoy whale-watching off the Malibu coast.