Welcome to the 2026 Port Hueneme Banana Festival

Join us Saturday September 26th 2026 from 10:00am-5:oopm on the waterfront for one of Ventura County’s most vibrant community celebrations. The Port Hueneme Banana Festival brings together live music, local food, family activities, and a rare behind‑the‑scenes look at Southern California’s only deep‑water commercial port. It’s a full day of culture, entertainment, and coastal fun — all with free admission.

Come celebrate the community, explore the port, and enjoy a day filled with flavor, music, and sunshine. We’ll see you at the Banana Festival.

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Reasonable fees!

Enjoy the day portside!

Arts & crafts vendors!

Banana merchandise!

10,000 + attendees!

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🔥 GABRIELITO Y LA VERDAD | 12:45–1:45 PM 🎶 Get ready for some Latin flavor at the #BananaFestival! 🍌🔥 Gabrielito y La Verdad is taking the stage at the 2026 Port Hueneme Banana Festival with a dynamic mix of Latin rhythms, soulful vocals, heartfelt storytelling, and high-energy musicianship. Whether you already know their music or you’re discovering them for the first time, you won’t want to miss this performance! 📍13th Annaul #Banana Festival 📆Saturday, September 26th 🕧 10am-5pm 🎤 Gabrielito y La Verdad 📲 Follow them at @thereallaverdad & @cantante101 on Instagram and visit laverdadband.com for more. 🍌 Bring your family, bring your friends, and get ready to enjoy the music! #805 #VenturaCounty
Thank you to Admiral Sponsor @pegasustransit for your generous support, transporting our #BananaFestival goers in comfort & style. Can’t wait to see you at @theportofhueneme 13th Annual #Banana Festival on Saturday, September 26th. Free Admission, Parking & transport to and from entry! More info at www.BananaPortFest.com #805 #venturacounty #gobananas
🎸 TWISTED GYPSY | HEADLINING ACT | 2–3:30 PM Our 2026 headlining act, Twisted Gypsy, is bringing an electrifying #FleetwoodMac Tribute with a twist to the Port of Hueneme Banana Festival! With powerful vocals, incredible musicianship, classic-rock energy, and a bold stage presence, Twisted Gypsy turns every performance into an experience. Expect big sound. Big energy. And the kind of live show that keeps the crowd singing, moving, and wanting more. 🤘🏽 🎸 TWISTED GYPSY ⭐ 2026 #BananaFestival Headliner 🕑 2:00–3:30 PM If you’ve seen them before, you already know. If you haven’t — this is your chance. 📲 Follow @twistedgypsyband on Instagram and TikTok, find Twisted Gypsy on Facebook and YouTube, and visit twistedgypsyband.com. 🍌 Get ready for one of the biggest performances of the day! #805 #venturacounty #gobananas
Squishy / fidget / sensory toy shop @veessquishies will have your stress relief sensory toys at the 13th Annual #BananaFestival! Get your super cute #Banana jumbo squishies at @theportofhueneme Saturday, September 26, 2026 10 AM - 5 PM FREE ADMISSION & PARKING! Come enjoy live bands, tasty eats, the kids zone, port tours, a classic car show & MORE! #805 #VenturaCounty #PortofHueneme
Thank you to our Admiral Sponsor Dole for your generous support of the 13th Annual Banana Festival! Nothing better than a hug from a 7 foot #Banana! 🍌 Can’t wait to see you Saturday, September 26th at @theportofhueneme 13th Annual #BananaFestival. Free admission & parking and big Banana fun! For more info visit www.BananaPortFest.com #porthueneme #805 #VenturaCounty
🎺 The 13th Annual Banana Festival entertainment starts with the sounds of mariachi! 🎺🍌 🎺 OCHO ESTRELLAS MARIACHI | 11 AM–12 PM Mariachi Ocho Estrellas is a student mariachi ensemble comprised from the Oxnard Union High School District @ouhsdmariachi bringing the vibrant heart of traditional Mexican music to @theportofhueneme #Oxnard Harbor District’s Banana Festival! Known throughout #VenturaCounty for their rich harmonies, powerful vocals, and lively performances, Ocho Estrellas brings together music, culture, tradition, and celebration in a way the whole family can enjoy. Come early, find your spot, and help us kick off a great day on the waterfront! 🎶 The 13th Annual Banana Festival Saturday, September 26, 2026 10 AM - 5 PM FREE ADMISSION! Come enjoy live bands, tasty eats, the kids zone, free port tours, a classic car show & MORE! #805 #bananafestival #gobananas
Ready to taste this classic Banana treat? @tikizventuracounty will be serving Delicious Chocolate Frozen Bananas with Nuts, sprinkles or just plain chocolate! Yum yum! 😋🍌 Grabs yours and Go at the 13th Annual #BananaFestival Saturday, September 26, 2026 Held on site at @theportofhueneme 10 AM - 5 PM FREE ADMISSION! Come enjoy live bands, tasty eats, the kids zone, port tours, a classic car show & MORE! #805 #Venturacounty #banana #PortHueneme
Need something Sweet, cool & refreshing on #BananaFestival day? Head over to @riceballsoffire for a #Banana Slushie. 🍌😋 The 13th Annual Banana Festival Saturday, September 26th @theportofhueneme 10 AM - 5 PM FREE Parking & ADMISSION! Come enjoy live bands, tasty eats, the kids zone, FREE port tours, a classic car show & MORE! #805 #VenturaCounty #porthueneme
Happy Labor Day to our hard working community. Enjoy your day! We’ll see you #BananaFestival Day at @theportofhueneme #Oxnard Harbor District Saturday, September 26 10am-5pm FREE ADMISSION! Come enjoy live bands, tasty eats, the kids zone, port tours, a classic car show & MORE!
#Local favorite @oraliasbakery will be joining the #BananaPortFest this year bringing BIG #BANANA FLAVOR with their #BananaPudding Cinnamon Rolls. Oralia’s Bakery is a family-owned Mexican bakery and café in #Oxnard at 942 W Wooley Rd, known for pan dulce, tamales, and coffee drinks like the banana matcha and more. Enjoy the 🍌 flavor & support local at the Port of Hueneme 13th Annual Banana Festival 📍Port of Hueneme @theportofhueneme 📅 Saturday, September 26, 2026 ⌚️10 AM - 5 PM 🎟️ FREE ADMISSION Live bands, tasty eats, a kids zone, free port tours, the classic car show & MORE!
Celebrate the delicious dessert #BananaPudding 🍌💚🍌💚🍌💚🍌 Always a hit and sells out quick so get over to @elaines_bread_pudding first thing on festival day! The 13th Annual #PortofHueneme Banana Festival Saturday, September 26, 2026 - 10am-5pm Held on site at @theportofhueneme FREE ADMISSION, PORT TOURS & PARKING! #BananaFestival #bananaportfest #805
Today is #Banana Lover’s Day! We celebrate the World’s most fabulous and famous fruit every year on August 27th. 🍌🍌 Fun Banana Facts: ~ Bananas are actually classified as berries. 🫐 ~ A single banana is called a “finger” ☝🏼 ~ A bunch of bananas is known as a “hand”✋🏼 ~ Banana “trees” are not trees but giant perennial herbs. 😯 How to Celebrate Banana Lover’s Day: • Bake or blend up your favorite banana recipe. • Share a vitamin packed banana with a friend • Make plans to joins us on September 26 for @theportofhueneme’s 13th Annual Banana Festival! FREE ADMISSION, PARKING & PORT TOURS! The 13th Annual #BananaFestival Saturday, September 26, 2026 Held on-site at the #PortofHueneme 10am-5pm www.BananaPortFest.com
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