LoCO LOWDOWN LOOKAHEAD!
Are you ready to gather again? Sure seems like it! That’s why LoCO is getting back in the Lowdown swing of things. We trust you to do what is responsible because, well, we don’t really have a choice. Have fun, kids!
Below you will find a quick overview of some of the bigger events coming up as well as links to dig deeper into particular days you might be looking for something to do. Find your joy!
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TODAY
Arcata Farmers’ Market
Arcata Plaza
/ 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
/ $None All Ages
Enjoy live music by The Bayou Swamis, sponsored by Mycality Mushrooms! Offering the freshest produce, meat, fish, cheese, eggs, bread, flowers, and more! Enjoy music and hot food vendors at this fun, family friendly event.
/ Web site
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.
Rosewater Presents ‘Frankensteins Tower’
Eureka Theater
/ 7 p.m.-midnight
/ $25
/ $30 door
Two sets of Rosewater after opener B Swizlo’s Mystery Lounge.
/ Web site
The Rocky Horror Show
Ferndale Repertory Theatre
/ 7:30-9:45 p.m.
/ $25
/ 18+
Directed and choreographed by Alex Blouin, with music direction by David Powell, this brand-new staging features an all-local cast, a live band, and plenty of wild audience participation.
/ Web site
Phantom Voyage Eagle House Halloween
The Historic Eagle House
/ 8:30 p.m.-3 a.m.
/ $40
/ $80 VIP
/ 21+
Burningleaf and Fraktal Productions present two nights featuring David Starfire, Govinda, N808, Suds, Gettoblaster, J.Philp, Marjo Lak, Gabe Pressure and more.
/ Web site
The Undercovers Boneyard Bash
The Basement
/ 9 p.m.-1 a.m.
/ $10
/ 21+
“Come out and check out some new to us Halloween flavored songs, spooky decor and drink specials.”
/ Web site
Magic Castles, Western Extra
The Miniplex at Richards’ Goat Tavern
/ 9 p.m.
/ $15
/ 21+
Psychedelic rock band from Minneapolis, Minnesota, founded by Jason Edmonds around 2005, known for their lush, Byrdsian, and 60s-influenced sound.
/ Web site
Zepparella
Blue Lake Casino Hotel
/ 9 p.m.
/ $25 Day Of Show
/ $15 Advance
/ 21+
“They’re known to masterfully replicate the nuance of Led Zeppelin’s music while honoring the powerful improvisational moments that their shows were known for in the 70s.”
/ Web site
TOMORROW
The Rocky Horror Show
Ferndale Repertory Theatre
/ 2-4:15 p.m.
/ $25
/ 18+
Directed and choreographed by Alex Blouin, with music direction by David Powell, this brand-new staging features an all-local cast, a live band, and plenty of wild audience participation.
/ Web site
(CANCELLED) Día de Muertos Festival of Altars
Old Town Gazebo
/ 4 p.m.
From the event organizer: “With a heavy heart, we have decided to cancel our Day of the Dead Festival of Altars celebration this year. In short, we feel that we cannot bring our people together safely at this time, when we are being targeted and kidnapped.”
Día de Muertos with Centro del Pueblo
See Event Description
/ 4-6 p.m.
/ Free 0
Let’s come together to celebrate life, memory, and our roots. We invite you to be part of this beautiful community celebration.
/ Web site
Coco (2017)
Arcata Theatre Lounge
/ 5-8 p.m.
/ $8
/ $12 Admission + Poster
Dia de los Muertos screening. Despite his family’s baffling generations-old ban on music, Miguel dreams of becoming an accomplished musician like his idol, Ernesto de la Cruz.
/ Web site
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FRIDAY
Beer and Peanuts 2025
Eureka Woman’s Club
/ 7-8:30 p.m.
/ $15
The Humboldt Harmonaires, Humboldt county’s barber shop choir, is proud to present our annual fall concert.
/ Web site
Jeffrey Foucault
Arcata Playhouse
/ 7 p.m.
/ $22
/ $20 Playhouse Fans
“In two decades on the road Jeffrey Foucault has become one of the most distinctive voices in American music, refining a sound instantly recognizable for its simplicity and emotional power.”
/ Web site
Jon Lovitz
Blue Lake Casino Hotel
/ 8 p.m.
/ $70 Premium
/ $50 Gold
/ $40 Silver
/ $30 Bronze
/ 21+
Jon was a cast member on Saturday Night Live, he was the voice of Jay Sherman in The Critic, and has starred in numerous movies over the years.
/ Web site
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SATURDAY, NOV. 8
A Country Cabaret with Cadillac Ranch
Arcata Playhouse
/ 7 p.m.
/ $20
The evening opens with a cabaret of special guest performers, including The Willie Nillies, Siena Nelson, Nick Hunt, Jeff DeMark, Ruthie Engelke, Johnne Denver, and more! Benefiting Playhouse Arts.
/ Web site
Jon Lovitz
Blue Lake Casino Hotel
/ 8 p.m.
/ $70 Premium
/ $50 Gold
/ $40 Silver
/ $30 Bronze
/ 21+
Jon was a cast member on Saturday Night Live, he was the voice of Jay Sherman in The Critic, and has starred in numerous movies over the years.
/ Web site
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WEDNESDAY, NOV. 12
That 1 Guy
Humboldt Brews
/ 8:30 p.m.
/ $20
/ 21+
“Extensive and amazing track record of unique and imaginative performances featuring his curious instrument.”
/ Web site
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FRIDAY, NOV. 14
Writer’s Roundup Songwriter Showcase
Arcata Playhouse
/ 7 p.m.
/ $20
/ Free Kids 10 & Under
Join us for a Nashville style in the round Songwriter Showcase hosted by local singer-songwriter Ruby Ruth George featuring Polimana, James Zeller, and Fo Fera!
/ Web site
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SATURDAY, NOV. 15
Comedian Claude Stuart
Arcata Veterans Memorial Building
/ 7 p.m.
/ $30
/ $20 adv.
From packing comedy venues across the globe to regular television appearances on shows like “The Tonight Show” and “Last Comic Standing”, veteran comedian Claude Stuart has come a long way from his down home southern roots.
/ Web site
Robbie Fulks
Arcata Playhouse
/ 7:30 p.m.
/ $20
Robbie covers themes like small-town blues, the endurance of childhood memory, inebriation, love, divorce, the role of music in strengthening family bonds, losing a loved one to Alzheimer’s, and bluegrass itself.
/ Web site
g space, phypr, kaptain
Arcata Theatre Lounge
/ 9 p.m.-2 a.m.
/ $20
/ $25 ga
where funk + soul meet electronic bass music! visual arts, harm reduction and well curated music with soft spaces and family vibes.
/ Web site
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MONDAY, NOV. 17
The California Honeydrops
Arcata Theatre Lounge
/ 7-10:30 p.m.
/ $45
“The California Honeydrops…evoke the greasy rumble of Booker T and channel the spiritual ecstasy of Sly and the Family Stone.” -Rolling Stone
/ Web site
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FRIDAY, NOV. 21
Luke Null
Savage Henry Comedy Club
/ 8-10 p.m.
/ $15
After a year in New York as a featured player on SNL, Luke moved to LA and is now a regular at the Hollywood Improv.
/ Web site
Poor Man’s Whiskey
Humboldt Brews
/ 9 p.m.
/ $25
/ $20 Advance
/ 21+
“Northern California’s outlaw music bards bring a reputation for high-energy live shows and fusion of bluegrass/old time, southern rock, and old school jam.”
/ Web site
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SATURDAY, NOV. 22
Hard Fought Championships
Blue Lake Casino Hotel
/ 7-11 p.m.
/ $500 VIP Table (seats 4)
/ $75 VIP
/ $65 Premium
/ $55 General
/ 21+
“We have Hard Fought Championships coming back to the Sapphire Palace! If you’ve been to any of the other events, you know that this is bound to be a sellout and an absolute blast!”
/ Web site
Luke Null
Savage Henry Comedy Club
/ 8-10 p.m.
/ $15
After a year in New York as a featured player on SNL, Luke moved to LA and is now a regular at the Hollywood Improv.
/ Web site
→ SEE MORE OF SATURDAY, NOV. 22’s EVENTS!
SATURDAY, NOV. 29
Metal Saturday
Savage Henry Comedy Club
/ 7-11 p.m.
/ $15
Sets by Primitive Man, Otay:Onii, Guiltless and Barren Altar.
/ Web site
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SATURDAY, DEC. 6
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.
The Brothers Comatose
Humboldt Brews
/ 9 p.m.
/ $30
/ $25 Advance
/ 21+
Fusing old school string band instrumentation with rock and roll exuberance.
/ Web site
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SATURDAY, JAN. 3, 2026
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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SUNDAY, FEB. 1, 2026
Mania: The ABBA Tribute
Arkley Center For The Performing Arts
/ 7:30 p.m.
Featuring an extraordinary cast of talented musicians and performers, Mania: The ABBA Tribute delivers an authentic and unforgettable tribute to the legendary Swedish band that has captured the hearts of fans for generations.
/ Web site
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SATURDAY, FEB. 7, 2026
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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SATURDAY, OCT. 24, 2026
Acapulco Lips, Hey Eleanor, Clean Girl and the Dirty Dishes
The Shanty
/ midnight
/ $7
/ 21+
Seattle psych-surf trio have been hypnotizing the Pacific Northwest with their novel blend of surf-rock sounds mixed with old-school girl group bubblegum dazzle.
/ Web site
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