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Savage Henry Comedy Club 24-Hour Telethon
Savage Henry Comedy Club / midnight-9 p.m. / Free
Arnie Ellis and Michele Simms host 24 HOURS of fun at the Club and online streaming! Music, comedy, podcast recordings, variety shows and more!
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House of PLUR: Anime after Dark
Synapsis / 7 a.m.-11 p.m. / $15 / 21+
Rave and EDM inspired drag and burlesque show featuring Humboldt’s most talented titans and pillars.
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Solidarity in Sanctuary Day
Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary / 8-1 a.m. / Free 0
“This symbolic day reaffirms that respect, diversity, and the protection of human rights are non-negotiable values in Arcata. It honors leaders, artists, social movements, and everyday neighbors working for peace and change.”
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2025 Humboldt County Fair
Humboldt County Fairgrounds / noon / $14 / $10 seniors / $5 kids 5-12
FULL SCHEDULE INSIDE. Get ready for nonstop excitement with an exciting lineup of shows, music, and jaw-dropping acts happening every day of the Fair.
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Hops in Humboldt 2025
Rohner Park / 1-5 p.m. / $40 / $20 non-drinker
For one price, you can try unlimited samples of hundreds of different micro-brews, listen to live bands as they rock the stage throughout the day, cruise different art and craft vendors and more.
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Brett McFarland, Huckleberry Flint, Luke Powell
Humboldt County Fairgrounds / 7 p.m.
“The racetrack is being transformed into a full-scale concert venue for one unforgettable night, complete with an immersive stage framed by logging trucks and vintage tractors, celebrating Humboldt’s working-class roots in a way only our community can.”
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Love Mischief, Velvet Sea
Humboldt Brews / 8:30 p.m. / $15 / 21+
Velvet Sea plays your Phavorite Phish tunes.
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Masta Shredda Album Release Party
Arcata Theatre Lounge / 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m. / $25 / 18+
Featuring sets by Masta Shredda, Suds, Labrat, Chopsjunkie and Jelly Maroo.
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Arcane Artists: Red Flags
Havana / 9:30 p.m.-2 a.m. / $10 / $15 door / 21+
“We are bringing bay area house producer and high energy DJ Kenny Cordeiro back to Humboldt to headline this night of chaos ‘head to toe.”
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Hard Fought Championship
Blue Lake Casino Hotel / 7 p.m. / $500 VIP Table (seats 4) / $75 VIP Seat / $65 Premium / $55 General / 21+
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Solidarity in Sanctuary Day
See Event Description / 8-1 a.m. / Free 0
“A Commitment to Inclusion, Dignity, and Justice for Indigenous migrants.” Presented by Centro del Pueblo.
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Kevin Ebbert Memorial Trail Run
Arcata Community Forest / 8 a.m.-4 p.m. / $25 / $10 Entry fee for run only / $5 Kids (16 & under)
Participants can choose between a scenic 2-mile course, perfect for nature lovers and families, or a challenging 10K+ trail run for experienced runners seeking a vigorous workout.
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Fore! The Community Golf Classic
Eureka Golf Course / 8:30 a.m. / $500 / 18+
The C.A.P.E. Fund and The Betty Kwan Chinn Homeless Foundation are hosting their 5th annual event. Cash prizes!
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Arcata Farmers’ Market
Arcata Plaza / 9 a.m.-2 p.m. / $None All Ages
Live music by Checkered Past!
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Beauty of the Lost Coast Hike: Needle Rock to Bear Harbor
Sinkyone Wilderness State Park / 9 a.m.-5 p.m. / Free
Led by retired ranger John Jennings, in the Sinkyone Wilderness State Park.
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Knife Sharpening Pop-Up
Los Bagels, Arcata / 9 a.m.-3 p.m. / $12
Genevieve with Kneighborhood Knives will be returning to the Arcata Los Bagels for another knife sharpening pop-up!
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Self-Defense Class
Northcoast Aikido Center / 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. / $10 / 18+
Come learn basic self-defense techniques!
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Fire Arts Center Gallery Show
See Event Description / 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Fire Arts Gallery Show for July and August features new works by members Josh Roller, Nina Young-Cushing and Vanessa Veck.
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Black Humboldt Back to School Block Party
Mad River Brewery Tasting Room / noon-7 p.m. / Free
“We will be handing out school supplies, free cuts/styles, free/low priced clothing bags while the games and tunes run all day long!”
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Blue Rhythm Revue
Fieldbrook Winery / noon-5 p.m. / Free
Soul, R&B, funk.
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Live Women’s Sports
The Summitt / noon-8 p.m. / Free / 21+
Women’s Rugby World Cup, WNBA, Roller Derby, NWSL and more.
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Workshop: Roll Printed Cuffs
Phosphene / 2-5 p.m. / $80 / 18+
Make your own copper or brass cuff with an impression of your design.
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Buddy’s Juke Joint
Arcata Vets Hall / 5-9 p.m. / $10
Crazy fun down home blues party.
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HealthSPORT Swim Parents Night Out
See Event Description / 5:30-8:30 p.m. / $35
Drop the kids off for a night of pool fun, pizza, and a movie while you enjoy an evening to yourself!
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Ticket to Ride
Old Growth Cellars / 6-9 p.m. / $5 / Free Wine Club Members
Humboldt Beatles tribute. Humboldt Bay Burgers will be here onsite.
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Rhymes For Palestine 2
Arcata Playhouse / 6-8:30 p.m. / Free
Performances, poets, speakers, and an art auction! Hosted by Nova.
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Bayou Swamis
Fieldbrook Country Kitchen / 6-9 p.m. / Free
“A great night of music, food and drinks for all ages.”
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The Birds
Eureka Theater / 7-10 p.m. / $10
The Hitchcock Summer of Suspense Series is back at The Eureka Theater to keep you on the edge of your seat.
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Hard Fought Championship
Blue Lake Casino Hotel / 7 p.m. / $500 VIP Table (seats 4) / $75 VIP Seat / $65 Premium / $55 General / 21+
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Invoke the Egregore
Kaptain’s Quarters / 8 p.m. / Free
With supporting acts “Woman Shaped Things” and “Cole Jackson”!
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DJ Pressure
Bear River Casino Resort / 9 p.m.-1 a.m. / Free / 21+
DJ Pressure returns with a high-energy set full of club hits that’ll keep the party going late into the night.
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Triple Junction
The Basement / 9 p.m.-midnight / $5 / 21+
Rock covers and originals.
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Jacki & the Jollies
The Wild Hare Tavern / 9-11:30 p.m. / $5 / 21+
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DJ D-Funk
Blue Lake Casino Hotel / 9 p.m. / Free / 21+
DJ D-Funk (aka Dustin Thompkins) has been a career musician for over 25 years.
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Jam On It: Late Night Karaoke Jam
Savage Henry Comedy Club / 11 p.m.-1 a.m. / Free
Hosted by Jamon Jamison.
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