Sunday, Aug. 14
Top Events!
(Look ahead!)
Humboldt Bay Marathon
Foot of C Street
/ 7 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
/ Free
/ $110 Marathon
/ $80 Half Marathon
/ $15 Fun Run
The 2nd Annual Wildberries Marketplace Humboldt Bay Marathon starts at 7 a.m., the half-marathon starts at 9 a.m. Both finish at C Street Market Square.
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Flynn Creek Circus
Newburg Park
/ 1-3 p.m.
/ $50 VIP front row
/ $30 adult door price
/ $25 adults advance
/ $22 Senior door price
/ $20 group ticket, minimum 15
/ $17 seniors 65 and over, students, veterens advance
/ $15 children 3-13 door price
/ $12 children 3-13 advance
“Acrobats, aerialists, and stunning daredevils promise to exceed expectations in this all human spectacle.”
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Phantom of the Country Opera
Van Duzer Theater
/ 2 p.m.
/ $19
“Humboldt Light Opera Co. goes a little bit country with its latest summer production. With a plot that may sound oddly familiar, this splashy, hilarious Country-Western send-up of the classic tale of horror, is filled with comedy and an unforgettable score. It’s toe-tapping family entertainment.”
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Flynn Creek Circus
Newburg Park
/ 4-6 p.m.
/ $50 VIP front row
/ $30 adult door price
/ $25 adults advance
/ $22 Senior door price
/ $20 group ticket, minimum 15
/ $17 seniors 65 and over, students, veterens advance
/ $15 children 3-13 door price
/ $12 children 3-13 advance
“Acrobats, aerialists, and stunning daredevils promise to exceed expectations in this all human spectacle.”
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Ben Sollee
Humboldt Brews
/ 8 p.m.
/ $15
/ 21+
“Over the 6 years following the release of his debut record, Learning to Bend, Sollee has told an unconventional story with his rugged cello playing.”
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Argentavis, FAMOUSxPERSON, Cross Contamination
The Siren’s Song Tavern
/ 8-11 p.m.
/ $5
/ 18+
A night of crust.
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Comedian Butch Escobar
The Jam
/ 9-11:59 p.m.
/ $5
/ 21+
Butch Escobar comes up for a rare Sunday comedy show at The Jam! Locals open and host.
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All Events!
Drag Racing
Samoa Drag Strip
/ 8:30 a.m.
For the first time the NHRA California State Championship Race sponsored by Humboldt Lodge #79, Six Rivers Masonic Lodge & the Widow Sons.
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Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) Fitness
Humboldt Bay Aquatic Center
/ 9:30-10:45 a.m.
/ $12
/ $10 HSU Students
Receive all of the benefits of cardio, core and balance training while you escape the walls of the gym for the fresh air of Humboldt Bay.
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Wildwood Days
Rio Dell Firemen’s Park
/ 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
/ Free
/ $15 Firemens BBQ
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Local Fiber and Hempcrete Building Workshop
Trinidad Rancheria
/ 11-3 a.m.
/ $75
Join Australian hemp ambassador, Klara Marosszeky (KLAH-rah mah-ruh-ZEE-kee) as she leads our community in a three-day industrial hemp masonry workshop.
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Yoga in the Round
Morris Graves Museum of Art
/ noon-1 p.m.
/ $5
/ $5 adults
/ $2 students/seniors
/ Free HAC members and kids 17 and under
Relax, rejuvenate and find yourself renewed through this all-levels yoga class taught by Melanie Bright.
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Natural Histories of North Coast Insects
Humboldt Coastal Nature Center
/ 1-3 p.m.
/ Free
Ever wonder what causes the “trails” or tunnels just under the surface of the sand? Find out what, and learn about the the natural histories of selected north coast insects with local insect expert and author Peter Haggard.
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Humboldt Hard Court Bike Polo
Highland Park
/ 1 p.m.
/ Free
Like horse polo minus the stable fees.
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Beyond Meditation: Next Steps in Spiritual Exploration
Adorni Center
/ 2:30-3:30 p.m.
/ Free
ECKANKAR of Eureka/Arcata warmly invites you to a spiritual discussion.
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iPhone Skills
Verizon Wireless Store: Eureka
/ 3-4 p.m.
/ Free
You’ve decided to purchase an Apple iPhone, and now it’s time to truly learn how to operate your new device. The Apple iPhone Getting Started workshop is for you to learn the basics, so you can stay connected to all that matters.
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Science Fiction Club of Humboldt
Old Town Coffee And Chocolates (Old Town)
/ 5-7 p.m.
/ Free
General discussion of all things Science Fictional. Suggestions for next book club novel.
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Adult Skate
Blue Lake Roller Rink
/ 6:30 p.m.
Sorry, kiddos. Sometimes you get in the way.
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Cuban Salsa (Rueda de Casino)
Redwood Raks World Dance Studio
/ 7-9 p.m.
/ $7
/ $40 6 week series
Salsa rueda is a circle of couples dancing changing partners to patterns called out in Spanish or shown with hand signals. Sponsored by Humboldt Folk Dancers.
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Karaoke w/ Chris Clay
Cher-Ae Heights Casino
/ 8 p.m.
Your Lowdown will go on the record as saying that Chris Clay is Humboldt’s most pro karaoke jockey. We know this stuff.
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Karaoke w/ KJ Leonard
Blue Lake Casino Hotel
/ 8 p.m.
When selecting your song, please keep in mind your audience would like to dance.
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Movie Showtimes
Broadway Cinema
- BAD MOMS: 1:45, 4:15, 6:55, 9:25
- FLORENCE FOSTER JENKINS: 12:20, 3:05, 5:50, 8:35
- GHOSTBUSTERS 2D: 4:55, 7:45
- HUNT FOR THE WILDERPEOPLE: 3:10, 8:00
- ICE AGE: COLLISION COURSE 2D: 12:45, 5:40
- JASON BOURNE: 12:00, 2:55, 5:55, 8:50
- NINE LIVES: 11:50, 2:00, 4:10, 6:20, 8:25
- PETES DRAGON 2D: 11:50, 1:00, 2:20, 3:35, 6:00
- PETES DRAGON 3D: 8:20
- SAUSAGE PARTY: 12:10, 2:30, 4:50, 7:10, 9:30
- STAR TREK BEYOND 2D: 12:25, 3:15, 6:05, 8:55
- SUICIDE SQUAD 2D: 11:45, 12:35, 3:30, 5:30, 6:25, 8:30, 9:20
- SUICIDE SQUAD 3D: 2:40
- THE SECRET LIFE OF PETS 2D: 11:55, 2:10, 4:30, 6:50, 9:10
Mill Creek Cinema
- BAD MOMS: 2:10, 4:30, 6:55, 9:20
- JASON BOURNE: 12:05, 3:00, 5:55, 8:50
- NINE LIVES: 11:50, 2:00, 4:10, 6:20, 8:35
- PETES DRAGON 2D: 11:45, 12:35, 3:10, 5:45
- PETES DRAGON 3D: 8:15
- SAUSAGE PARTY: 12:10, 2:30, 4:50, 7:10, 9:30
- STAR TREK BEYOND 2D: 12:15, 6:00, 8:55
- STAR TREK BEYOND 3D: 3:05
- SUICIDE SQUAD 2D: 11:45, 12:25, 2:40, 5:35, 6:15, 8:30, 9:10
- SUICIDE SQUAD 3D: 3:20