Join us for Martin McDonagh's HANGMEN, a dark comedy set in England 1965 – What is Britain’s (second most) famous executioner to do now that hanging has been abolished? The simple answer is a lot more than he bargained for. In his small pub in the northern English town of Oldham, Harry is something of a local celebrity and the cub reporters and pub regulars are dying to hear Harry’s reaction to the news, while his old assistant Syd and the mysterious Mooney lurk with very different motives for their visit.
April 12 - May 12
Fridays and Saturdays 8pm
Sundays 2:30pm more info...
Did you know? The City of Santa Paula and Chamber of Commerce partner with the House of Magic for a weekly podcast all about what’s happening in Santa Paula! Listen in for community events and news and even hear from special guests such as council members, and community and city leaders.
New episodes air every Wednesday and are available on Spreaker (https://www.spreaker.com/show/listen-up-santa-paula) and Spotify (tinyurl.com/ListenUpSP). more info...
Join us for Martin McDonagh's HANGMEN, a dark comedy set in England 1965 – What is Britain’s (second most) famous executioner to do now that hanging has been abolished? The simple answer is a lot more than he bargained for. In his small pub in the northern English town of Oldham, Harry is something of a local celebrity and the cub reporters and pub regulars are dying to hear Harry’s reaction to the news, while his old assistant Syd and the mysterious Mooney lurk with very different motives for their visit.
April 12 - May 12
Fridays and Saturdays 8pm
Sundays 2:30pm more info...
Did you know? The City of Santa Paula and Chamber of Commerce partner with the House of Magic for a weekly podcast all about what’s happening in Santa Paula! Listen in for community events and news and even hear from special guests such as council members, and community and city leaders.
New episodes air every Wednesday and are available on Spreaker (https://www.spreaker.com/show/listen-up-santa-paula) and Spotify (tinyurl.com/ListenUpSP). more info...
You're Invited!
We're thrilled to announce the Grand Opening Sales Event at Bobcat of Ventura! Join us for a day filled with excitement, exclusive equipment specials, amazing raffle giveaways, and a ribbon cutting ceremony at 11:15 am. Don't miss out on the fun!
Date: May 16th Time: 11 am - 2 pm. Location: 104 N Palm Ave, Santa Paula
Come enjoy a delicious lunch, meet their friendly team, and explore the powerful Bobcat equipment that can take your projects to the next level. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just curious about what they offer, there's something for everyone.
Let's celebrate together! Can't wait to see you there! #BobcatOfVentura#GrandOpening#YoureInvited more info...
Enjoy a cup of coffee and bring your questions regarding legislative issues to Coffee & Conversation with Assemblymember Steve Bennett.
Saturday, May 18, 2024
9 - 10:30 a.m.
Museum of Ventura County's Agriculture Museum
926 Railroad Ave.
Santa Paula, CA 93060
Did you know? The City of Santa Paula and Chamber of Commerce partner with the House of Magic for a weekly podcast all about what’s happening in Santa Paula! Listen in for community events and news and even hear from special guests such as council members, and community and city leaders.
New episodes air every Wednesday and are available on Spreaker (https://www.spreaker.com/show/listen-up-santa-paula) and Spotify (tinyurl.com/ListenUpSP). more info...
ALL businesses are WELCOME to join the bi-monthly Business Roundtable Discussions
A collaboration between the City of Santa Paula and the Santa Paula Chamber of Commerce, these business roundtables provide opportunities to learn about issues and events impacting our local business community, stay updated on what is happening in and around Santa Paula, network with fellow local businesses, learn new skills and resources available to the business community.
Did you know? The City of Santa Paula and Chamber of Commerce partner with the House of Magic for a weekly podcast all about what’s happening in Santa Paula! Listen in for community events and news and even hear from special guests such as council members, and community and city leaders.
New episodes air every Wednesday and are available on Spreaker (https://www.spreaker.com/show/listen-up-santa-paula) and Spotify (tinyurl.com/ListenUpSP). more info...
Explore Ventura County's history with us! Join "Ventura County Chronicles: Unveiling the Archives," a virtual Zoom program on Saturday, June 1 from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm.
Embark on a journey through the pages of Ventura County's past with a librarian guide. Discover the stories housed in the Research Library and gain practical skills to:
Access Digital Collections & Resources Navigate Finding Aids to the Collections Prepare for Research Appointments
Whether you're a seasoned historian or just starting out, this session is tailored to enrich your connection to our regional history.
Did you know? The City of Santa Paula and Chamber of Commerce partner with the House of Magic for a weekly podcast all about what’s happening in Santa Paula! Listen in for community events and news and even hear from special guests such as council members, and community and city leaders.
New episodes air every Wednesday and are available on Spreaker (https://www.spreaker.com/show/listen-up-santa-paula) and Spotify (tinyurl.com/ListenUpSP). more info...
SANTA PAULA CRUISE NIGHT!
FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH
APRIL THRU OCTOBER
Experience the thrill of classic cars, live music, local shops and food!
As we want everyone to enjoy the event, if you are bringing a car or attending, please be aware of the following safety restrictions: Due to the event impacting local businesses, no event parking before 2pm. Parking violations will be enforced. If bringing a vehicle, please arrive before 4pm. No cars will be allowed entry after 4pm. No vehicle movement inside the event during event hours. Cars on display must remain parked until 7pm. Consumption of alcohol in public is a violation of the City of Santa Paula Municipal Code. Restaurants are not allowed to distribute alcohol beyond the provisions of their State Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC) license. Musical bands on sidewalks or streets are not allowed without a permit.
The City of Santa Paula thanks Santa Paula Together, the Chamber of Commerce, and the Property Business Improvement District (PBID) for keeping this exciting tradition safe and family friendly! Feel free to share this event with your friends and family.
For questions, please contact: info@santapaulachamber.com.
Did you know? The City of Santa Paula and Chamber of Commerce partner with the House of Magic for a weekly podcast all about what’s happening in Santa Paula! Listen in for community events and news and even hear from special guests such as council members, and community and city leaders.
New episodes air every Wednesday and are available on Spreaker (https://www.spreaker.com/show/listen-up-santa-paula) and Spotify (tinyurl.com/ListenUpSP). more info...
Did you know? The City of Santa Paula and Chamber of Commerce partner with the House of Magic for a weekly podcast all about what’s happening in Santa Paula! Listen in for community events and news and even hear from special guests such as council members, and community and city leaders.
New episodes air every Wednesday and are available on Spreaker (https://www.spreaker.com/show/listen-up-santa-paula) and Spotify (tinyurl.com/ListenUpSP). more info...
Did you know? The City of Santa Paula and Chamber of Commerce partner with the House of Magic for a weekly podcast all about what’s happening in Santa Paula! Listen in for community events and news and even hear from special guests such as council members, and community and city leaders.
New episodes air every Wednesday and are available on Spreaker (https://www.spreaker.com/show/listen-up-santa-paula) and Spotify (tinyurl.com/ListenUpSP). more info...
SANTA PAULA CRUISE NIGHT!
FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH
APRIL THRU OCTOBER
Experience the thrill of classic cars, live music, local shops and food!
As we want everyone to enjoy the event, if you are bringing a car or attending, please be aware of the following safety restrictions: Due to the event impacting local businesses, no event parking before 2pm. Parking violations will be enforced. If bringing a vehicle, please arrive before 4pm. No cars will be allowed entry after 4pm. No vehicle movement inside the event during event hours. Cars on display must remain parked until 7pm. Consumption of alcohol in public is a violation of the City of Santa Paula Municipal Code. Restaurants are not allowed to distribute alcohol beyond the provisions of their State Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC) license. Musical bands on sidewalks or streets are not allowed without a permit.
The City of Santa Paula thanks Santa Paula Together, the Chamber of Commerce, and the Property Business Improvement District (PBID) for keeping this exciting tradition safe and family friendly! Feel free to share this event with your friends and family.
For questions, please contact: info@santapaulachamber.com.
Did you know? The City of Santa Paula and Chamber of Commerce partner with the House of Magic for a weekly podcast all about what’s happening in Santa Paula! Listen in for community events and news and even hear from special guests such as council members, and community and city leaders.
New episodes air every Wednesday and are available on Spreaker (https://www.spreaker.com/show/listen-up-santa-paula) and Spotify (tinyurl.com/ListenUpSP). more info...
Did you know? The City of Santa Paula and Chamber of Commerce partner with the House of Magic for a weekly podcast all about what’s happening in Santa Paula! Listen in for community events and news and even hear from special guests such as council members, and community and city leaders.
New episodes air every Wednesday and are available on Spreaker (https://www.spreaker.com/show/listen-up-santa-paula) and Spotify (tinyurl.com/ListenUpSP). more info...
Did you know? The City of Santa Paula and Chamber of Commerce partner with the House of Magic for a weekly podcast all about what’s happening in Santa Paula! Listen in for community events and news and even hear from special guests such as council members, and community and city leaders.
New episodes air every Wednesday and are available on Spreaker (https://www.spreaker.com/show/listen-up-santa-paula) and Spotify (tinyurl.com/ListenUpSP). more info...
Welcome to the 2024 Santa Paula Film Festival, where creativity knows no bounds and storytelling takes center stage! As a celebration of cinematic ingenuity, we proudly champion the diverse voices of independent filmmakers, both from Ventura County and beyond. Nestled in the heart of Santa Paula and the Heritage Valley, our festival serves as a vibrant platform for emerging talents, offering a spotlight to local artists while fostering a community that embraces the art of indie filmmaking. From thought-provoking narratives to captivating documentaries, we believe that indie films enrich our cultural landscape, sparking conversations, and forging connections that resonate far beyond the silver screen. Join us as we embark on a cinematic journey filled with inspiration, imagination, and the boundless spirit of independent storytelling. Awards & Prizes
- Best Overall Film
- Best Overall Short
- Best Actor
- Best Actress
- Best Documentary
- Best Horror
- Best Comedy
- Best Cinematography
- Best Director
- Best Writer
- People’s Choice Award
Rules & Terms
The Santa Paula Film Festival is a trademark of The House of MAGIC Foundations for the Arts, Inc. A 501(c)3 Charitable Organization registered in Santa Paula, California.
Submissions Rules for Santa Paula Film Festival are as follows:
Films that are publicly streaming or broadcasted in the United States are not eligible. (we don’t want films that people can already see online)
Finished projects that have been completed in 2024 or 2023 are eligible for the Fall 2024 festival.
Indie filmmakers may submit more than one entry, but each entry must be submitted separately, and not all entries may be selected.
We do not accept music videos or commercials.
Films not produced in English must have English subtitles. We do have a special category for Spanish speaking films, but request that they have English subtitles.
Not all submitted films will be selected. If your film is not selected, registration fees are not refundable.
If your film contains, extreme violence, language, or nudity, you must disclose this during submission. This will not make you ineligible, but it may limit your ability for viewing.
Not all films may be eligible for competition.
The selection committee’s and judges’ decisions are final.
We reserve the right to make changes to festival rules without prior notice.
If selected, you will be required to provide:
- Digital pictures from the film and a large format digital copy of the film’s poster
- The film’s synopsis and a short bio of the film’s creator
- A movie trailer for the film
- An HD version of the film that can be played in digital format
- You may be required to provide a DCP copy of the film
Filmmaker assumes all costs associated with delivering said film
ALL businesses are WELCOME to join the bi-monthly Business Roundtable Discussions
A collaboration between the City of Santa Paula and the Santa Paula Chamber of Commerce, these business roundtables provide opportunities to learn about issues and events impacting our local business community, stay updated on what is happening in and around Santa Paula, network with fellow local businesses, learn new skills and resources available to the business community.
Did you know? The City of Santa Paula and Chamber of Commerce partner with the House of Magic for a weekly podcast all about what’s happening in Santa Paula! Listen in for community events and news and even hear from special guests such as council members, and community and city leaders.
New episodes air every Wednesday and are available on Spreaker (https://www.spreaker.com/show/listen-up-santa-paula) and Spotify (tinyurl.com/ListenUpSP). more info...
SANTA PAULA CRUISE NIGHT!
FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH
APRIL THRU OCTOBER
Experience the thrill of classic cars, live music, local shops and food!
As we want everyone to enjoy the event, if you are bringing a car or attending, please be aware of the following safety restrictions: Due to the event impacting local businesses, no event parking before 2pm. Parking violations will be enforced. If bringing a vehicle, please arrive before 4pm. No cars will be allowed entry after 4pm. No vehicle movement inside the event during event hours. Cars on display must remain parked until 7pm. Consumption of alcohol in public is a violation of the City of Santa Paula Municipal Code. Restaurants are not allowed to distribute alcohol beyond the provisions of their State Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC) license. Musical bands on sidewalks or streets are not allowed without a permit.
The City of Santa Paula thanks Santa Paula Together, the Chamber of Commerce, and the Property Business Improvement District (PBID) for keeping this exciting tradition safe and family friendly! Feel free to share this event with your friends and family.
For questions, please contact: info@santapaulachamber.com.
SANTA PAULA CRUISE NIGHT!
FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH
APRIL THRU OCTOBER
Experience the thrill of classic cars, live music, local shops and food!
As we want everyone to enjoy the event, if you are bringing a car or attending, please be aware of the following safety restrictions: Due to the event impacting local businesses, no event parking before 2pm. Parking violations will be enforced. If bringing a vehicle, please arrive before 4pm. No cars will be allowed entry after 4pm. No vehicle movement inside the event during event hours. Cars on display must remain parked until 7pm. Consumption of alcohol in public is a violation of the City of Santa Paula Municipal Code. Restaurants are not allowed to distribute alcohol beyond the provisions of their State Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC) license. Musical bands on sidewalks or streets are not allowed without a permit.
The City of Santa Paula thanks Santa Paula Together, the Chamber of Commerce, and the Property Business Improvement District (PBID) for keeping this exciting tradition safe and family friendly! Feel free to share this event with your friends and family.
For questions, please contact: info@santapaulachamber.com.
ALL businesses are WELCOME to join the bi-monthly Business Roundtable Discussions
A collaboration between the City of Santa Paula and the Santa Paula Chamber of Commerce, these business roundtables provide opportunities to learn about issues and events impacting our local business community, stay updated on what is happening in and around Santa Paula, network with fellow local businesses, learn new skills and resources available to the business community.
SANTA PAULA CRUISE NIGHT!
FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH
APRIL THRU OCTOBER
Experience the thrill of classic cars, live music, local shops and food!
As we want everyone to enjoy the event, if you are bringing a car or attending, please be aware of the following safety restrictions: Due to the event impacting local businesses, no event parking before 2pm. Parking violations will be enforced. If bringing a vehicle, please arrive before 4pm. No cars will be allowed entry after 4pm. No vehicle movement inside the event during event hours. Cars on display must remain parked until 7pm. Consumption of alcohol in public is a violation of the City of Santa Paula Municipal Code. Restaurants are not allowed to distribute alcohol beyond the provisions of their State Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC) license. Musical bands on sidewalks or streets are not allowed without a permit.
The City of Santa Paula thanks Santa Paula Together, the Chamber of Commerce, and the Property Business Improvement District (PBID) for keeping this exciting tradition safe and family friendly! Feel free to share this event with your friends and family.
For questions, please contact: info@santapaulachamber.com.
You're Invited! 
Time: 11 am - 2 pm. Location: 104 N Palm Ave, Santa Paula
Explore Ventura County's history with us! 
Join "Ventura County Chronicles: Unveiling the Archives," a virtual Zoom program on Saturday, June 1 from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm.
Embark on a journey through the pages of Ventura County's past with a librarian guide. Discover the stories housed in the Research Library and gain practical skills to:
Access Digital Collections & Resources
Navigate Finding Aids to the Collections
Prepare for Research Appointments
Free event, registration required: 
Due to the event impacting local businesses, no event parking before 2pm. Parking violations will be enforced.
If bringing a vehicle, please arrive before 4pm. No cars will be allowed entry after 4pm.
No vehicle movement inside the event during event hours. Cars on display must remain parked until 7pm.
Consumption of alcohol in public is a violation of the City of Santa Paula Municipal Code.
Restaurants are not allowed to distribute alcohol beyond the provisions of their State Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC) license.
Musical bands on sidewalks or streets are not allowed without a permit.