Saturday, Aug. 30
Top Events!
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Cannifest 2025
Halvorsen Park
/ 10 a.m.
/ $125
/ $270 VIP
Prepare for an explosion of vibrant energy and cannabis culture. This year’s event will be headlined by String Cheese Incident! More details inside.
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22nd Annual Taste of the Cove
Mal Coombs Park
/ 1-5 p.m.
/ $35
/ $10 Entry without Dinner
/ $10 kids 12 and under
/ Free kids 5 and under
A Benefit for Heart of the Redwoods Community Hospice, featuring a wild-caught fish, tri-tip or tofu dinner. Music provided by Ray Bevitori & Friends, Route 66, and Rock Stew.
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The California Poppies’ The Holy Rainbow Live
Minor Theatre
/ 9 p.m.-midnight
/ $15
Director Griffin Loch documentary and concert film follows The Poppies on a mission to deliver an unforgettable live performance of their entire new record—played by a 10-piece supergroup featuring some of Humboldt’s finest musicians.
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Thumb Leader
Xander Beltran
Savage Henry Comedy Club
/ 9-11 p.m.
/ $10
Originating from Oxnard, CA Xander Beltran loves burritos, days at the beach, and just kinda hanging out.
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Dance Freaky
The Basement
/ 9 p.m.-midnight
/ $5
/ 21+
DJs Pandemonium Jones and Dacin will be spinning song to get you out on the floor and dacing.
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All Events!
The Madness, a rock opera
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/ midnight-9:30 a.m.
/ $15
/ $5 Notaflof
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Juan Conga
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/ 7-9 a.m.
/ Free
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Arcata Farmers’ Market
Arcata Plaza
/ 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
/ $None All Ages
Enjoy live music by Huayllipacha (Singing to the Earth)!
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Fire Arts Center Gallery Show
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/ 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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87th Redwood Regatta 2025
Big Lagoon
/ 10-5 a.m.
/ $40
Bring your small boats up to the Lagoon and sail with us for a weekend of sailboat racing! Camping available Labor Day weekend on the north side of the lagoon.
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Dandar’s Boardgames and Books Grand Opening!
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/ 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
New, larger location in downtown Arcata. Ribbon cutting ceremony at 1 p.m.
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Workshop: Dragon Scale Earrings
Phosphene
/ 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
/ $85
/ 18+
Learn the basics with April Sandoval
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Wet and Wild Bazaar
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/ 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
/ Free
Remember those long summer days spent chasing sprinklers, savoring popsicles, and soaking up the sun? We’re bringing that nostalgia back!
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Redwood Regatta 2025
Big Lagoon
/ 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
/ Free
/ $55 Racer
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Ticket to Ride
Fieldbrook Winery
/ noon-5 p.m.
/ Free
“Be a Day Tripper and take The Long and Winding Road to the Winery and sing along to your favorite Fab Four classics.”
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Women’s Rugby World Cup & Live Women’s Sports at The Summitt!
The Summitt
/ noon-8 p.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
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Richardson Grove’s 2nd Annual Ice Cream Social
Richardson Grove State Park
/ noon-3 p.m.
/ Free
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Play Music On the Porch Day
Larson Park
/ 3-5 p.m.
/ Free
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Play Music On the Porch Day
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/ 3-5 p.m.
/ Free
/ Free open to community
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Ukulele International Music in the Park
Larson Park
/ 3-5 p.m.
/ Free
Bring your Ukulele, any musical instrument and your voice. Bring a picnic, blanket, or chair and jam with us.
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Art & Music
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/ 5:30-8:30 p.m.
/ Free
Celebrating the Marinescape of Humboldt County. Plein air paintings by Paul and Nancy Rickard.
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Trinidad Art Night
Trinidad, California
/ 5:30-8:30 p.m.
/ Free
Music by Blue Rhythm Revue.
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Art Opening & Live Music
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/ 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Trinidad Art Gallery celebrates the work of stained glass artist Colleen Clifford, jeweler Drew Forsell, and painter Leslie Mahon-Russo with an opening reception.
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Barn Fire
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/ 6-9 p.m.
/ Free
Mattole Grange Hall Dinner and Dance
Mattole Grange Hall
/ 6-11 p.m.
/ $10
Burgers, hotdogs, beer and wine available for purchase. Music performed by the Breakers, a fun rock and roll dance band.
Compost Mountain Boys, Banjo Makes 3
Humboldt Brews
/ 6 p.m.
/ $5
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Barnfire
Fieldbrook Country Kitchen
/ 6-9 p.m.
/ Free
Barn Fire
Fieldbrook Country Kitchen
/ 6-9 p.m.
/ Free
The Vatcher Brothers
Phatsy Kline’s Parlor Lounge
/ 8-10 p.m.
/ Free
The Vatcher Brothers are an alternative rock duo from Humboldt County California that delivers catchy songs with heartfelt vocals, growling guitars, and electronic beats.
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The Madness, a rock opera
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/ 8-9:30 p.m.
/ $15
/ $5 Notaflof
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Northern Highbush
Kaptain’s Quarters
/ 8 p.m.
/ Free
All female rock group bringing those good time vibes! Come party down!
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Deep House & Funk with Homie D
Blue Lake Casino Hotel
/ 8 p.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
Daniel Rios (aka Homie D) has been spinning deep house, funk, and soul all over Humboldt County for the last few years.
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The Madness, a rock opera
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/ 8 p.m.-9:30 a.m.
/ $15
/ $5 Notaflof
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Albee Creek Star Party
Albee Creek Campground - Humboldt Redwoods State Park
/ 8:30-10:30 p.m.
/ Free
Bring a blanket or chairs to star gaze, relax, and snack on free hot chocolate and cookies. The Astronomers of Humboldt provide telescopes and expertise.
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DANGEROUS DESIRES with Carter Cruise
RampArt Skatepark
/ 9 p.m.-3 a.m.
/ $15
/ $50 Door VIP
/ $35 presale VIP
/ $25 door GA
/ 21+
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A Sabrina Carpenter Night
Arcata Theatre Lounge
/ 9 p.m.
/ $25
/ 18+
Celebrate with us the release of Sabrina’s new album, Man’s Best Friend, along with other hits from Ariana Grande, Olivia Rodrigo, Addison Rae, Tate McRae, Taylor Swift, Reneé Rapp, Billie Eilish, Dua Lipa, and more!
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Almost Dangerous
Bear River Casino Resort
/ 9 p.m.-1 a.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
Almost Dangerous brings high-energy rock hits that’ll have you rocking out all night long.
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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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