Saturday, Aug. 24
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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2024 Humboldt County Fair
Humboldt County Fairgrounds
/ noon
/ $10
/ $8 senior
/ $4 kids
The fairgrounds will be buzzing with excitement, starting with the Arts and Flower Preview Gala. Enjoy Youth Livestock Week, daily Midway attractions like the AOK Clown Show, karaoke in Friendship Square, and thrilling contests, including a chili cook-off and a hot dog eating contest.
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Hops in Humboldt
Rohner Park
/ 1 p.m.-5 a.m.
/ $40
/ $75 VIP
/ $25 DD
/ 21+
Hops features over 40 of the best breweries from across the country. You can try unlimited samples of hundreds of different micro-brews, listen to bands throughout the day, cruise different art and craft vendors, play beer games, eat amazing festival foods.
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Psycho
Eureka Theater
/ 7:30 p.m.
/ $10
/ $5 12 and under
Step into the chilling world of Alfred Hitchcock’s “Psycho,” a film that has left an indelible mark on the history of cinema.
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Elle King
Van Duzer Theater
/ 8 p.m.
/ $60
/ $45 balcony
Elle King, Grammy-nominated country music sensation, defies labels with her raw, honest storytelling. Raised in Jackson, Ohio, amid bluegrass roots, she blends country with punk spirit.
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Thumb Leader
Cornell Reid
Savage Henry Comedy Club
/ 9-11 p.m.
/ $15
Cornell Reid is an LA-based comedian and writer originally from Humboldt, California, where he recently recorded his debut album Cornell Vest w/Cornell Reid & Evan Vest.
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Etana
Humboldt Brews
/ 9 p.m.
/ $25
/ 21+
Singer, songwriter, and humanitarian, Etana is a powerhouse vocalist and 2 X Grammy Award nominee Reggae artist.
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All Events!
Arcata Marsh Research Survey
Online
/ 6 a.m.-11:59 p.m.
/ Free
/ 18+
Andrew Wolff (MS student) is conducting a research survey to characterize the beneficial uses of the Arcata Marsh and the role it plays in the community.
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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 Larry Karsteadt 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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Arcata Farmers’ Market
Arcata Plaza
/ 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
/ $None All Ages
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Kevin Ebbert Memorial Trail Run
Arcata Community Forest
/ 9-11:30 a.m.
/ $10
/ $5 kids
Select either the 10k+ or 2 Mile trail run/walk through the majestic redwood forest.
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Wigi Wetlands Volunteer Workday
Bayshore Mall
/ 9-11 a.m.
/ Free
Help create bird-friendly native habitats and restore a section of the bay trail by removing invasive plants and trash.
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Kevin Ebbert Annual Memorial Trail Run
See Event Description
/ 9 a.m.
/ $10
/ $5 Kids
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Free Family History Classes!
See Event Description
/ 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
/ Free
Classes will be a 20 minute lecture and then focus on individual questions and tailored assistance.
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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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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Beauty of the Lost Coast Hike: Shelter Cove
Mal Coombs Park
/ 10 a.m.
/ Free
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Saturday Morning Mosaics -with Katie of Nature’s Mosaic
See Event Description
/ 10 a.m.-noon
/ $30
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Habitat Restoration Volunteer Event
Humboldt Lagoons State Park
/ 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
/ Free
Volunteers will work with CA State Parks to clear competing vegetation from around western azaleas. Gloves and tools will be provided. Participants will receive a free day pass to Sue-meg State Park. Heavy rain/wind will cancel event.
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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In-Bay Dinghy Racing!
Humboldt Yacht Club
/ noon-4 p.m.
/ Free
We race small sailboats in Humboldt Bay and up at Big Lagoon! Bring out your boats to come and play on the water with the Humboldt Yacht Club!
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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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Live Women’s Sports
The Summitt
/ noon-8 p.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
WNBA! Softball! Roller Derby!
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Breakdancing with Reckless Rex a Family Literacy Party
Fortuna Library
/ 1-2 p.m.
/ Free
/ Free all
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Back to School Block Party
See Event Description
/ 1-5 p.m.
/ Free
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Distillery Open!
See Event Description
/ 1-5 p.m.
/ Free
“Eureka’s only distillery is open for tastings, bottle sales and tours.”
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Back To School Block Party & Giveaway
See Event Description
/ 1-5 p.m.
/ Free
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All The Crafts Take 2
Humboldt County McKinleyville Branch Library
/ 1:30-4:30 p.m.
/ Free
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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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Silver & Nails
Old Growth Cellars
/ 4-6 p.m.
/ Free
Craig and Frank
Septentrio Winery
/ 5:30-7:30 p.m.
/ Free
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Route 66
Gyppo Ale Mill
/ 6-8 p.m.
/ Free
Route 66 made up of Joani Rose, Jim Wilde and Francis Vanek and Michael Curran have been jamming together for years, giving us the best of blues, rock, and a touch of country.
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Star Party!
Albee Creek Campground - Humboldt Redwoods State Park
/ 8:30-10:30 p.m.
/ Free
The Astronomers of Humboldt and the Humboldt Redwoods Interpretive Association invite you to join us for a Star Party at Albee Creek Campground at Humboldt Redwoods State Park.
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Star Party
Albee Creek Campground - Humboldt Redwoods State Park
/ 8:30-10:30 p.m.
/ Free
The Astronomers of Humboldt provide telescopes and star gazing expertise.
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Blues Rock With Blu Axis
Blue Lake Casino Hotel
/ 9 p.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
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Noir
The Basement
/ 9 p.m.-midnight
/ $5
/ 21+
Noir, the lovely Blues and Swing Jazz many fans of The Basement love, is holding it down.
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Underground Rave
The Miniplex at Richards’ Goat Tavern
/ 9 p.m.
/ $5
/ 21+
Tastemakers Dacnin, Kismet, and Zanapod will be serving up the bangers from various genres, UK Garage, Grime, Bass Line, Amapiano, DnB, & more.
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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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