Dumpster Puppies, Executive Order, Radical APE, Dune TV
Savage Henry Comedy Club / 7 p.m. / $10 / $20 if you can afford it / $5 youths 13-20
Local punk bands play a fundraiser for Burnstitch Artist Collective. Proceeds from this show will help us with Against All Odds punk fest at the end of August.
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Strange Meeting
The Basement / 7 p.m. / Free
Nick Talvola (trumpet), Russ Thallheimer (saxophone), Alex Espe (keyboard/synth), lan Taylor (bass), and Shane Fox (drums) conspire to create spontaneous melodies, harmonies, and rhythms that evoke emotion, inspire imagination, and celebrate collaboration.
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Eureka Summer Concert Series
Madaket Plaza / 6 p.m.
Bring a chair! This week: Guns N’ Roses hits from Roses & Guns, a Guns N’ Roses tribute band.
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Reggae on the River
County Line Ranch / noon / $279
This three day camping festival features world class and Grammy winning reggae artists, plus two stages of live music and DJ sound systems.
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Eureka Friday Night Market
Old Town Eureka / 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Featuring the best of Humboldt showcasing local makers, food vendors, performance artists, live music and more.
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HLOC: The Sound of Music
Van Duzer Theater / 7-9 p.m. / $15 / $25 based on seat location / $20 based on seal location
Set in Austria on the eve of the Anschluss in 1938, the musical tells the story of Maria, who takes a job as governess to a large family while she decides whether to become a nun.
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Happy Accident, Complex Crown, Alex Hilsee
The Miniplex at Richards’ Goat Tavern / 9 p.m. / $15 / 21+
Happy Accident is an experimental, absurdist puppet show created by master puppeteer and visual artist liz HOWLS and musician/lighting designer Drew Simpson (often referred to as Servant Baby).
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62nd Annual Klamath Salmon Festival
Klamath, California / 9 a.m.-3 p.m. / Free
The theme of this year’s event is “The Return of the Salmon.” For the first time in four years, attendees will have the opportunity to enjoy salmon at the festival.
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30th Annual Bridgefest
Bridgeville Elementary School / 11 a.m.-5 p.m. / Free
For at least one day each summer, the small town of Bridgeville becomes a gathering place for humans and aliens. Expect the Flying Saucers Trials off the Old Bridge, an Alien Calling Contest and more.
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Reggae on the River
County Line Ranch / noon / $279
This three day camping festival features world class and Grammy winning reggae artists, plus two stages of live music and DJ sound systems.
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HLOC: The Sound of Music
Van Duzer Theater / 7-9 p.m. / $15 / $25 based on seat location / $20 based on seal location
Set in Austria on the eve of the Anschluss in 1938, the musical tells the story of Maria, who takes a job as governess to a large family while she decides whether to become a nun.
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Missing Pieces
The Wild Hare Tavern / 7 p.m. / $5
Explosive rock cover band based out of Arcata!
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Captured! by Robots, Radical A.P.E.
The Siren’s Song Tavern / 8 p.m. / $20 / $25 day of
The world’s most famous all-robot band returns to Humboldt.
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Reggae on the River
County Line Ranch / noon / $279
This three day camping festival features world class and Grammy winning reggae artists, plus two stages of live music and DJ sound systems.
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HLOC: The Sound of Music
Van Duzer Theater / 2-4 p.m. / $15 / $25 based on seat location / $20 based on seal location
Set in Austria on the eve of the Anschluss in 1938, the musical tells the story of Maria, who takes a job as governess to a large family while she decides whether to become a nun.
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Reggae on the River
County Line Ranch / noon / $279
This three day camping festival features world class and Grammy winning reggae artists, plus two stages of live music and DJ sound systems.
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Strange Meeting
The Basement / 7 p.m. / Free
Nick Talvola (trumpet), Russ Thallheimer (saxophone), Alex Espe (keyboard/synth), lan Taylor (bass), and Shane Fox (drums) conspire to create spontaneous melodies, harmonies, and rhythms that evoke emotion, inspire imagination, and celebrate collaboration.
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Strange Meeting
The Basement / 7 p.m. / Free
Nick Talvola (trumpet), Russ Thallheimer (saxophone), Alex Espe (keyboard/synth), lan Taylor (bass), and Shane Fox (drums) conspire to create spontaneous melodies, harmonies, and rhythms that evoke emotion, inspire imagination, and celebrate collaboration.
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Bikini Trill, Jon Wiilde
Humboldt Brews / 8:30 p.m. / $20 / 21+
Surf-Pop trio based in Los Angeles, CA, known for an eclectic sound that seamlessly blends Indie Rock, Hip-Hop, and Reggae.
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Strange Meeting
The Basement / 7 p.m. / Free
Nick Talvola (trumpet), Russ Thallheimer (saxophone), Alex Espe (keyboard/synth), lan Taylor (bass), and Shane Fox (drums) conspire to create spontaneous melodies, harmonies, and rhythms that evoke emotion, inspire imagination, and celebrate collaboration.
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Arts! Alive
Eureka / 6-9 p.m.
Eureka’s monthly celebration of local artists, makers and performers brings vibrance to Old Town on the first Saturday of the month. With special events at the city’s galleries, bars and performance spaces, Arts! Alive has established itself as one of Humboldt’s most colorful recurring events.
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“I” Block Party/Sanctuary Day
I Street / noon-6 p.m. / Free / Free 0
40th annual event! This year’s exciting entertainment lineup features The Mighty Dynamites, Missing Pieces, Girasoles Armónicos, Latin Peppers, traditional Mariachi and Folclórico performances.
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Strange Meeting
The Basement / 7 p.m. / Free
Nick Talvola (trumpet), Russ Thallheimer (saxophone), Alex Espe (keyboard/synth), lan Taylor (bass), and Shane Fox (drums) conspire to create spontaneous melodies, harmonies, and rhythms that evoke emotion, inspire imagination, and celebrate collaboration.
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Cannifest 2026
Arcata Ball Park / 11 a.m.-10 p.m.
“This community driven event blends art, educational activations, panel discussions, 4 stages of music, a Family Interactice Zone, world renowned vendors of food and handmade gifts.”
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Cannifest 2026
Arcata Ball Park / 11 a.m.-10 p.m.
“This community driven event blends art, educational activations, panel discussions, 4 stages of music, a Family Interactice Zone, world renowned vendors of food and handmade gifts.”
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Strange Meeting
The Basement / 7 p.m. / Free
Nick Talvola (trumpet), Russ Thallheimer (saxophone), Alex Espe (keyboard/synth), lan Taylor (bass), and Shane Fox (drums) conspire to create spontaneous melodies, harmonies, and rhythms that evoke emotion, inspire imagination, and celebrate collaboration.
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Strange Meeting
The Basement / 7 p.m. / Free
Nick Talvola (trumpet), Russ Thallheimer (saxophone), Alex Espe (keyboard/synth), lan Taylor (bass), and Shane Fox (drums) conspire to create spontaneous melodies, harmonies, and rhythms that evoke emotion, inspire imagination, and celebrate collaboration.
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Michelle Lambert
The Historic Eagle House / 8-10 p.m. / $25
Hailing from Mendocino County, Lambert began studying violin at age 2, vocals at 5 and piano and drums soon after which helped develop her songwriting and musical foundation. She is influenced by her studies in Celtic music and female empowerment is a recurring theme in her music.
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Strange Meeting
The Basement / 7 p.m. / Free
Nick Talvola (trumpet), Russ Thallheimer (saxophone), Alex Espe (keyboard/synth), lan Taylor (bass), and Shane Fox (drums) conspire to create spontaneous melodies, harmonies, and rhythms that evoke emotion, inspire imagination, and celebrate collaboration.
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Arts! Alive
Eureka / 6-9 p.m.
Eureka’s monthly celebration of local artists, makers and performers brings vibrance to Old Town on the first Saturday of the month. With special events at the city’s galleries, bars and performance spaces, Arts! Alive has established itself as one of Humboldt’s most colorful recurring events.
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Arts! Alive
Eureka / 6-9 p.m.
Eureka’s monthly celebration of local artists, makers and performers brings vibrance to Old Town on the first Saturday of the month. With special events at the city’s galleries, bars and performance spaces, Arts! Alive has established itself as one of Humboldt’s most colorful recurring events.
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Arts! Alive
Eureka / 6-9 p.m.
Eureka’s monthly celebration of local artists, makers and performers brings vibrance to Old Town on the first Saturday of the month. With special events at the city’s galleries, bars and performance spaces, Arts! Alive has established itself as one of Humboldt’s most colorful recurring events.
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