Saturday, Oct. 28
Top Events!
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Jacoby Creek Land Trust Harvest Festival
Kokte Ranch and Nature Preserve
/ 1-5 p.m.
/ Free
This family-friendly event will have pumpkin carving, music, lawn games, artisanal beverages (both alcoholic and non-alcoholic), and information about ongoing restoration work within the Jacoby Creek Watershed!
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Smoked Pumpkin Porter Beer Release
Humboldt Bay Provisions
/ 5-8 p.m.
“This Pumpkin beer is different than most, I don’t use any spices instead I ferment with a Belgian-Saison yeast blend and it’s brewed with home-grown pumpkins!”
Griffin Loch’s Scream-A-Torium Scaregrounds
Humboldt County Fairgrounds
/ 5:30-10 p.m.
/ $30
/ $50 VIP Ticket
/ $20 Children 12 and Under
/ $10 Grounds Only Pass (No access to Haunted Houses)
Features three haunted mazes, Camp Grizzly Haunted House, Tales from the Tomb Haunted House, Electro-Terror Maze, roaming haunters, live music, a pumpkin patch, food trucks, and a VIP Haunted Tiki Room Lounge.
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The Haunted Rail Tour
Timber Heritage Samoa Shops
/ 6 p.m.-midnight
/ $20
/ $15 students/seniors/vets
/ 18+
A spine-chilling adventure that you won’t soon forget, with two Haunted Houses-one self-guided, the other a terrifying journey through haunted rail cars.
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The Haunted Kinetic Lab of Horrors
Arcata Kinetic Lab
/ 7 p.m.-midnight
/ $15
Get ready for the creepiest, kookiest, clown filled haunted space in Humboldt! This annual event supports the Kinetic Sculpture Lab.
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The Rocky Horror Show
Ferndale Repertory Theatre
/ 7 p.m.
/ $25
Your favorite cult classic is back for another Halloween on the Ferndale Stage!
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Rocky Horror Picture Show and Dj Statik
Eureka Theater
/ 7:30 p.m.
/ $20
The Rocky Horror Picture Show returns to the Eureka Theater! After the movie, join us for a dance party hosted by Dj Statik.
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Thumb Leader
Goth Night X: Halloween Edition
The Miniplex at Richards’ Goat Tavern
/ 8 p.m.
/ $10
/ 21+
It’s the darkest, most decadent Goth Night of the year, so dress to impress the creatures of the night and come dance with your host DJ Satanica and guest DJs Red and Zero One!
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Polyrhythmics
Blue Lake Casino Hotel
/ 8:30 p.m.
Polyrhythmics’ sound originated in Seattle’s underground deep funk scene combining impossibly tight grooves with bold brass and hypnotic percussion that showcased elements of R&B, progressive jazz, and Afrobeat which defined the instrumental group’s early era sound.
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Los Rakas’ Booty Shakin’ Halloween
Arcata Theatre Lounge
/ 9 p.m.-1:45 a.m.
/ $20
/ $25 Door
/ 21+
Join us our fellow Ghouls & Goblins for “A Booty Shakin’ Halloween” featuring LOS RAKAS!! Direct support from DJ Pressure, DJ M & D’Vinity!!
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Halloween Soul Party Shakedown
Humboldt Brews
/ 9 p.m.
Soul Party is back with your favorite Halloween themed Soul classics.. DJ Red, Funky T Rex, Philly Fresh, King Maxwell spinning vinyl all night.
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All Events!
Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary Bird Walk
Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary
/ 8:30-11 a.m.
/ Free
Fall is an incredible time to bird at the Arcata marsh! Trip-goers may see brown pelicans diving for fish, shorebird murmurations over the bay, the fascinating bill diversity of Pacific Coast shorebirds, and migratory terrestrial species returning for the winter.
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South Fork Eel River Bird Walk
Southern Humboldt Community Park
/ 8:30 a.m.
/ Free
Meet at Tooby Park, 1 mile west of Garberville on Sprowl Creek Road. These monthly outings are along easily accessible walking paths and generally last 2-3 hours. Heavy rain cancels.
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Zumba with Michaele!
Adorni Center
/ 9-10 a.m.
/ $7
/ $4 seniors
/ Free members
Wigi Wetlands Volunteer Workday
Bayshore Mall
/ 9-11 a.m.
/ Free
The trail section is located behind the Bayshore Mall and volunteers will meet in the parking lot directly behind Walmart. We will provide tools, gloves, and packaged snacks. Please bring your own drinking water.
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Yoga with Miguel at Dell’Arte
Dell’Arte International
/ 10-11:30 a.m.
/ $15
/ $10 sliding scale
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Inspired Yogalates with Micheale
Adorni Center
/ 10-11 a.m.
/ $7
/ $4 seniors
/ Free members
“Join this fun session filled with the perfect balance of both yoga and pilates. Beginners welcome!”
Arcata Plaza Farmers’ Market
See Event Description
/ 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
/ Free
The Arcata Plaza Farmers’ Market is open every Saturday, year round, offering the freshest produce, meat, fish, cheese, eggs, bread, flowers, and more! Enjoy music and hot food vendors at this fun, family friendly event.
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Bayou Swamis at the Farmer’s Market
Arcata Farmers’ Market
/ 10:20 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
/ Free
Cajun/Zydeco Dance music with down-home swampy originals. A Day of the Dead Altar will be available to place photos and leave messages to your loved ones.
Silver Sneakers Classic
Adorni Center
/ 11 a.m.-noon
/ $7
/ $None members
/ $4 seniors
Silver Sneakers Classic focuses on strengthening muscles and increasing range of movement for daily life activities.
The Spooky Scavenger Hunt
Sequoia Park
/ 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
/ Free
Kids and adults alike can take part in a pumpkin scavenger hunt along the Sequoia Park trails to earn candy and prizes. There will be games, food, and so much more! All ages are welcome!
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Spooky Dunes
Humboldt Coastal Nature Center
/ 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
/ Free
Join us on a Halloween dune adventure during the Spooky Dunes Tour! The Saturday before Halloween, the dunes will be full of interesting, wild, and silly characters such as the Beach Grass Troll, Forest Gnome, and a Forgetful Flower Fairy.
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Far Out FarmGirl’s Pumpkin Patch
See Event Description
/ 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
/ Free
At 31 Coffee Creek Road in Ferndale. Ready for the coziest, most magical fall outing ever? Swing by our certified organic farm for a one-of-a-kind pumpkin patch extravaganza!
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Joyful Yoga Flow
Humboldt Yoga
/ 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
/ $20
75 minute yoga flow helping individuals connect to their body, mind a breath with positive dialogue and confidence building techniques. This class is for all levels.
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Spooky Library Party for Children
Eureka Main Library
/ 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
/ Free
Eureka Library invites families to our Just-a-little-bit Spooky Library Party in the Children’s Room featuring games, crafts, story times at 12 and 2 p.m. and a free book for each child.
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FREE Classes
See Event Description
/ 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
/ Free
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FREE Elite Combat Self Defense Classes
See Event Description
/ 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
/ Free
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STRONG by Zumba
Adorni Center
/ noon-1 p.m.
/ $7
/ $4 seniors
/ Free members
Stop counting the reps. Start training to the beat.
Sheltering: Interactive Open House
The Jefferson Project
/ noon-6 p.m.
/ Free
Explore housing solutions with artists and neighbors! Event is free and open to all ages! Stop by anytime during the open house.
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Mushroom Cultivation Workshop
Humboldt Beer Works
/ noon-2 p.m.
/ $50
We’ll be bringing back Levon Durr from @fungaiafarms to teach this beginner’s class!
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Costume Paddle on Humboldt Bay
Humboldt Bay
/ noon-2 p.m.
/ $10
Paddle across Humboldt Bay IN COSTUME from Eureka Bridge to The Foot of F street and back again at NOON!
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Performance & Place with Laura Muñoz
The Sanctuary
/ noon-2 p.m.
/ $75
/ $175 Sliding Scale
Explore dance, movement, theater & performance at Shay Park in Arcata. We will be playing with dimension, gesture, relationship & physicality.
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Ferndale, Frightfully Fun This October
See Event Description
/ noon
/ Free
The city’s timeless Victorian Main Street is being transformed into a haunting version of itself to celebrate Halloween all through October.
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Cool And Creepy Discovery Day
Cal Poly Humboldt Natural History Museum
/ noon-4 p.m.
/ $3
This family friendly event is great for all ages. Take a closer look at subjects in the natural world, such as geology, astronomy, biology and zoology. Get hands-on with live reptiles, amphibians, and chinchillas, interactive tables and science activities.
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Zumba with Dani!
Adorni Center
/ 1-2 p.m.
/ $7
/ $4 seniors
/ Free members
“Nothing is better than a workout that doesn’t feel like a workout. Join our talented Dani for a class that is fun, energetic, and makes you feel amazing!”
Least Sexy Costume Contest
Blondies Food and Drink
/ 4-6 p.m.
Meant to be oh so fun and funny, we present: the Least Sexy Costume Contest? What does least sexy even mean???? what about a Gopher that eats all your flowers? yes! that is not sexy….. nope. Not sexy at all.
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Natural Shocks by Lauren Gunderson
Exit Theatre
/ 5-6:30 p.m.
/ $20
Angela is trapped in her basement, waiting out an approaching tornado, as she reflects on a lifetime of trauma, illuminating the truth behind her endangerment in a damning condemnation of violence, abuse, and firearms in America.
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Taking Flight Fall Festival
Humboldt Unitarian Universalist Fellowship
/ 5-8 p.m.
/ $10
/ $10 Adult
/ $5 Child
This year we are delighted to be offering yet another moonlit and magical walk through our grounds - where you’ll be guided in a small group by a Guiding Light.
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Candlelit Walk Through the Haunted Redwoods
Humboldt Redwoods State Park Visitor Center
/ 5:30-9:30 p.m.
/ $5
Do you dare to walk alone through the dark and haunted redwoods?! Join us for a spooky self guided candlelit walk through an ancient redwood grove!
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Imperial Destructo
Mad River Brewery Tasting Room
/ 6-8 p.m.
Imperial Destructo and TheBoredAgain will be rocking early evening earholes.
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Imperio Destructo
Mad River Brewery Tasting Room
/ 6-8 p.m.
/ Free
Imperio Destructo is a three-piece band based out of Humboldt County, with everyone contributing to the vocals.
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Swingo Domingo
Six Rivers Brewery
/ 6-8:30 p.m.
/ Free
Enjoy a brew with a view and get spooky with Swingo Domingo! Come reimagine nostalgia and boogie down at Six Rivers Brewery.
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The Secret Society of Silly Things
Savage Henry Comedy Club
/ 7-8:30 p.m.
/ $10
A night of spooky unhinged hilarity of the improvisational variety! A improv comedy showcase with local improv legends, amazing new faces and the occasional special guests.
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Beer and Peanuts Fortuna
Fortuna Monday Club
/ 7-9 p.m.
/ $15
Beer and Peanuts is the Humboldt Harmonaires (Humboldt County’s Barbershop choir) annual fall show. As you can guess, in addition to great music, beer and peanuts will be served (Non Alcohoic beverages as well).
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Daniela Mineva and Wenqing Bouche-Pillon
Fulkerson Recital Hall
/ 7 p.m.
/ $15
/ $7 Livestream
/ $5 Cal Poly Students with ID
/ $5 Children
Longtime friends and music partners, come together for a four hands, two pianos concert-extravaganza consisting of a wide range of styles.
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Secret Society of Silly Things
Savage Henry Comedy Club
/ 7-9 p.m.
/ $10
A improv comedy showcase with local improv legends, amazing new faces and the occasional special guests. All in the spirit of Whose Line is it Anyway, UCB and the Second City.
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Spooky SZN Metal Show
Bodyworks Alpha Annex
/ 7 p.m.
/ $10
LIVE! Kids on Fire- Pills For Thrills- TRIP
The Siren’s Song Tavern
/ 8-11 p.m.
/ $5
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Halloween Dance Party
Redwood Raks World Dance Studio
/ 8-11:59 p.m.
/ $10
Come ready to dance the night away and support Arcata’s non-profit space for dance and community!
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Under The Influence
Sal’s Myrtlewood Lounge
/ 8 p.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
Under the Influence will be rocking the stage at 8pm playing your favorite rock and roll and dance tunes from all eras! This is not a party you want to miss.
FRIGHT NITE
RampArt Skatepark
/ 8:30 p.m.-2 a.m.
/ $25
/ $50 VIP
/ $35 GA DOOR
/ 21+
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A Hip Hop Halloween
Louie’s Sports Bar
/ 9 p.m.
/ $10
/ 21+
This hair-raising event will feature an incredible lineup of performers including DJ Goldylocks, DJ Chuck Angeles, Asaad The Artiz, Kemistree, Eddy Montana, Al Bear, and HietGotBars will be performing as well as hosting.
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Take Cover Band
Central Station
/ 9 p.m.
/ Free
Quartet Noir
The Basement
/ 9 p.m.-1 a.m.
/ 21+
Come enjoy the delightful sounds of Quartet Noir.
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Dr. Squid
Blue Lake Casino Hotel
/ 9 p.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
Dr. Squid, a local band known for their tight rhythm section and four part harmonies.
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Brandy Lara’s 30
Savage Henry Comedy Club
/ 9-11 p.m.
/ $10
Our Trivia Master, Bartender and all around great comedian Brandy Lara is ready to be ascended to the Local Hall of Fame.
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Pearl Late Night Reopening Party
Pearl Lounge
/ 10 p.m.-2 a.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
Join us for reopening night. Opera Alley Cats will be performing live jazz from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m.
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Braturday Night Live
Savage Henry Comedy Club
/ 11-11:59 p.m.
/ $5
Brandy Lara and Evan Vest present a late night Anything-Can-Happen-And-Everything will happen show that blends comedy, talk, games and surprises.
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Movie Showtimes
Broadway Cinema
- AFTER DEATH: 11:30, 2:00, 4:30, 7:05
- FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY’S: 11:40, 12:30, 1:20, 2:10, 3:00, 3:50, 4:40, 5:30, 6:20, 7:10, 8:00, 8:50
- FREELANCE: 12:40, 3:10, 5:40, 8:20
- KILLERS OF THE FLOWER MOON: 11:30, 12:10, 2:50, 4:25, 7:00
- PAW PATROL: THE MIGHTY MOVIE: 12:20, 2:40, 5:00
- SAW X: 7:20, 8:40
- TAYLOR SWIFT: THE ERAS TOUR: 12:00, 3:30, 7:00
- THE CREATOR: 11:35, 2:30, 5:25, 8:30
- THE EXORCIST: BELIEVER: 12:05, 3:40, 6:25, 9:00
- THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS 30TH ANNIVERSARY 2D: 11:50, 4:00, 6:00
- THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS 30TH ANNIVERSARY 3D: 1:50, 8:10
Mill Creek Cinema
- AFTER DEATH: 11:50, 2:20, 4:50, 7:30
- FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY’S: 11:30, 12:30, 2:30, 3:50, 5:10, 6:40, 8:00
- FREELANCE: 12:10, 2:40, 5:20, 7:50
- HOCUS POCUS 30TH ANNIVERSARY: 2:35, 7:20
- KILLERS OF THE FLOWER MOON: 11:30, 3:00, 7:10
- PAW PATROL: THE MIGHTY MOVIE: 12:20, 5:00
- TAYLOR SWIFT: THE ERAS TOUR: 12:00, 3:30, 7:00
- THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS 30TH ANNIVERSARY 2D: 11:40, 3:40, 7:40
- THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS 30TH ANNIVERSARY 3D: 1:40, 5:40