Saturday, Aug. 10
Top Events!
(Look ahead!)
Arcata Plaza Farmers’ Market
Arcata Plaza
/ 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
/ Free
Music schedule inside. 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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Thumb Leader
Rumble Over the Redwoods
Humboldt County Airport
/ 9 a.m.
/ $30
/ Free 12 and under
The two-day event will feature an incredible lineup of performers, thrilling aerobatic displays and engaging activities for the whole family to enjoy.
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Buddy Brown Blues Festival
Perigot Park
/ 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
/ $15
/ $12 HFS Members
/ $5 Kids
The Buddy Brown Blues Fest began in 2001 as the Blue Lake Blues Festival, and was renamed in memory of Richard Duggins (better known as Buddy Brown), who opened the festival its first year and passed away shortly after.
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HLOC: Disney’s Little Mermaid
Van Duzer Theater
/ 7-9 p.m.
/ $12
/ $23.50 depending on seat location
Humboldt Light Opera Company production of Disney’s “The Little Mermaid”, based on the Walt Disney animation studios 1989 film and the beloved fairy tale by Danish author Hans Christian Anderson.
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J.B. Barton & Co., Canary & the Vamp
Humboldt Brews
/ 8 p.m.
/ $15
/ 21+
Led by the charismatic J.B. Barton, formerly of Bucky Walters, brings a fresh blend of Americana and alt-country.
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One of these Nights
Bear River Casino Resort
/ 8-9:30 p.m.
/ $10
/ 21+
“Get ready to experience “One of These Nights” – the ultimate Eagles tribute band! Join us for an evening of timeless Eagles hits, performed with the passion and authenticity that has made One of These Nights a fan favorite.”
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Magic Fig, Winter Band
The Miniplex at Richards’ Goat Tavern
/ 8:30 p.m.
/ $15
/ $10 sliding
/ 21+
Bursting forth in a bouquet of dreamlike hooks, choral vocals and Moog pitch-bends, Magic Fig’s debut proves that the technicolor heart of San Francisco’s psychedelic lineage is still beating and as vivid as ever.
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Adam Pasi
Savage Henry Comedy Club
/ 9-11 p.m.
/ $15
“This stand-up sensation brings his razor-sharp wit, keen observations, and irresistible charm to the stage, making every performance a memorable comedic journey.”
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Arcane Artists: Luck of the Leo
The Jam
/ 10 p.m.-2 a.m.
/ $10
/ $15 Door Price
/ 21+
We are packing the heat this Saturday as we bring the fourth annual “LUCK OF THE LEO” to The Jam in Arcata! We have a very exciting show as we bring the genre bending producer and dj, SHAKTHE from Sacramento.
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All Events!
A Very Victorian Tea Party 2024
See Event Description
/ 2-5 a.m.
/ $70
/ $350 Table for Six
/ $60 Members
/ 18+
Prepare to step back into a time of elegance and refinery by joining us for our annual Very Victorian Tea Party at the Magdalena Zanone House.
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Joe Kurtz Memorial Pickleball Tour
College of the Redwoods
/ 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Enjoy some friendly competition in the heart of Humboldt County on the pickleball courts at College of the Redwoods.
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Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary Bird Walk
Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary
/ 8:30-11 a.m.
/ Free
Bring your binoculars and meet trip leader Dan Greaney at the end of South I Street (Klopp Lake) in Arcata for easy-to-walk trails and an opportunity to view a diverse range of species.
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Habitat Restoration Volunteer Event
See Event Description
/ 9 a.m.-noon
/ Free
Gloves and tools will be provided. All volunteers will receive a free day pass to Sue-meg State Park. Rain/wind may cancel the event.
Forest Management & Restoration Hike
Van Duzen River Grange
/ 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
/ Free
Take a look at contemporary forestry practices as applied in the Lawrence Creek watershed, a tributary of the Van Duzen River.
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Paris 2024 Olympics
The Summitt
/ 9 a.m.-8 p.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
All women’s sports events will be streaming live at The Summitt!
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Arcata Farmers’ Market
Arcata Plaza
/ 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
/ $None All Ages
The Arcata Plaza Farmers’ Market is open every Saturday, year round, offering the freshest produce, meat, fish, cheese, eggs, bread, flowers, and more!
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Humboldt Dash & Splash Fun Jump
Gene Lucas Community Center
/ 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
/ $20
/ $10 Dash & Splash club members
Canine dock diving, You and your dog can come give it a try. No experience needed, We can teach you.
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Kid’s Book Binding Craft Camp at The Makers’ Space
See Event Description
/ 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
/ $120
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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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Woofstock 2024
Halvorsen Park
/ 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
/ $10
/ $20 Family of four
/ $5 Each additional person
/ Free Kids under 5 and all dogs
Bring your pup and head to Halverson Park on the stunning Humboldt Bay waterfront on August 10th for an unforgettable day of fun!
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3rd Annual James Washington Birthday Dash 5k Fun Run!
See Event Description
/ 10 a.m.
/ $15
/ $5 Kids
All proceeds from this run will support the Arcata High School Cross Country Team. Come by and wish James Happy Birthday!
Bear River Farmers Market
Bear River Casino Resort
/ 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
/ Free
Farmers Market featuring food vendors, handmade jewelry, crafts, baked goods and clothing.
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Puff and Paint
Crisp Lounge
/ 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
/ $35
/ $20 Bring your own supplies
/ 21+
Puff & Paint with Zoe Paige Art!
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Kevin Ebbert Fundraiser Golf Tournament
See Event Description
/ 11:30 a.m.-6 p.m.
/ $150
Join us for Fun and Prizes while supporting our community and Honoring our fallen Navy SEAL.
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Make Some Tiny Art!
Humboldt County Library
/ noon
/ Free
This program is free, open to artists of all ages and talents, and all interested community members are invited to participate.
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Breakdancing with Reckless Rex a Family Literacy Party
Redwood Playhouse
/ 2-3:30 p.m.
/ Free
/ Free all
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Summer Music Series
Redwood Curtain Brewing Company, Arcata
/ 3-6 p.m.
/ Free
We are keeping the after Farmer’s Market party alive! From June-September, come on down to Redwood Curtain’s Brewery in Arcata for local live music.
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Smokey Bear’s 80th Birthday Party!
Humboldt Redwoods State Park Visitor Center
/ 4:30-6 p.m.
/ Free
Festivities include a campfire program, a visit from Smokey, cupcakes, a firetruck, and lots of fun.
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Duchess Burlesque Show
Arcata Plaza
/ 6-8 p.m.
/ $10
/ 18+
Burlesque show and fashion show at Peaches & Pearls..
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The Daze
Redwood Retro
/ 6 p.m.
/ $5
Music by Hermit Crab.
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Kid Boyo
Gyppo Ale Mill
/ 6-8 p.m.
/ Free
Join us for an unforgettable night with Kid Boyo, Portland’s indie music sensation.
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Widdershins
See Event Description
/ 7-9 p.m.
/ Free
Widdershins, reestablished in 2021, is an eclectic rock original band with a unique poetic vocalist.
Widdershins
See Event Description
/ 7-9 p.m.
/ Free
At Enoteca, Crescent City. Widdershins, reestablished in 2021, is an eclectic rock original band with a unique poetic vocalist.
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The White Card by Claudia Rankine
North Coast Repertory Theatre
/ 8 p.m.
/ $20
/ $18 students/seniors
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The Red Room
The Basement
/ 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m.
/ $5
/ 21+
The Red Room returns for a gothic Saturday night with resident DJs KreePeeO and Zero One, and special guests Rat Girl and Ring Entity‼️
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Braturday Night Live
Savage Henry Comedy Club
/ 9-11 p.m.
/ $5
Savage Henry’s Saturday late show produced and hosted by Brandy Lara and Evan Vest.
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Under The Influence
Bear River Casino Resort
/ 9 p.m.
/ 21+
Under The Influence returns to the Thirsty Bear Lounge to provide some good ol’ fashioned rock n roll that you love.
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Lasers Lasers Birmingham
Blue Lake Casino Hotel
/ 9 p.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
Lasers Lasers Birmingham carries on the legacy of hard living, left-of-center Country music from the City of Angels.
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