Thousand Oaks

Things to Do

There’s never a dull moment in Thousand Oaks! From all the shopping, dining, and entertainment of Downtown, centered around West Thousand Oaks Boulevard and the Janss Marketplace and The Oaks Mall, to the national touring acts of the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Center.

You can take a class at the Hillcrest Center for the Performing Arts. Spend a quiet afternoon exploring the Thousand Oaks Library, ranked among the best libraries in California. You can explore the wonders of the Conejo Valley Botanical Garden, enjoy some of the finest golf in the area at Sherwood Country Club, or join a local sports league. Want to get away? Hop on the Summer Beach Bus and head to Zuma Beach worry-free! There are also activities and programs for all ages, from fitness classes to organized hikes, as well as outstanding events—like Summer Concerts in the Park, Fourth of July Celebration, or the Spring Art & Crafts Festival.

Outdoor Exploration

Get outside and explore! You don’t have to go far; Thousand Oaks is home to numerous community parks that feature amazing amenities—like picnic and barbecue areas, sports fields and courts, fitness trails, walking and biking paths, horse arenas, disc golf, dog parks, and even a skate park.

Want to escape to the natural beauty and tranquil wilderness that surrounds Thousand Oaks? Head to Wildwood Regional Park to discover trails like the breathtaking Paradise Falls hike. Find the perfect hike on the Los Robles Trails System, which wind through 2,000 acres of open spaces, parks, and preserves. Start on the Lang Ranch & Woodbridge Trail System… to connect with over 8,000 acres in the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area. Or explore the Dos Vientos Open Sapce & Trail System, where you can hike, bike, or horseback ride and connect to other trail systems that spread across over 16,000 acres of open space.

Shopping & Dining

Shopping, dining, services, businesses, conveniences, and so much more… Thousand Oaks has it all! You’ll find numerous plazas and commercial centers throughout the community that provide everything you need, from delicious local eateries to big-box retailers to favorite grocery stores. Find it all at The Oaks Shopping Center, Civic Arts Plaza, Evergreens Shopping Center, Sun Plaza Shopping Center, Conejo Valley Plaza, Oakbrook Plaza, The Oaks Mall, Janss Marketplace, and more.

Employment & Transportation

Though the border of Los Angeles is just 15 miles away, Thousand Oaks is home to many major companies and employment centers. In fact, it is home to the headquarters of Amgen, Teledyne Tech, SAGE Publications, Skyworks Solutions, JD Power and Associates, as well as regional offices for Bank of America, Baxter Bio Science, General Dynamics, Verizon, and Anthem Blue Cross. Other top employers include Los Robles Hospital & Medical Center, California Lutheran University, Silver Star Automotive Group, and Teradyne.

For those seeking an easier commute to Los Angeles, there are several methods of public transportation within the city. LADOT Commuter Express runs two routes, and the Metrolink Commuter Shuttle provides transportation to the Moorpark Metrolink Train Station.

Public Education

Thousand Oaks public school students are served by the highly-acclaimed Conejo Valley Unified School District. The district was awarded an A+ rating by school-rater Niche.com, is ranked as the #29 Best School District in California, and offers many Blue Ribbon schools. Thousand Oaks is home to several elementary schools, as well as Colina Middle School, Redwood Middle School, Los Cerritos Middle School, Thousand Oaks High School, Newbury Park High School, and Westlake High School.