Thursday, June 5
Top Events!
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Pony Express Days Chili Cook-Off
Azalea Hall
/ 5:30-7:30 p.m.
/ $15
The Annual Pony Express Days Chili Cook-Off will be bigger and tastier than ever in 2025! Participants will be doing all preparations on-site.
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RLAD
The Basement
/ 8-11 p.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
RLAD is a regular at the Basement. They are four of the top jazz players in the area. They all came up through the jazz fusion era of the 70s and love keeping that music alive.
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All Events!
From Action to Impact: A NorCAN Policy & Advocacy Forum
Elks Lodge
/ 8 a.m.-1 p.m.
/ Free
Join us for a half-day Nonprofit Forum focused on statewide policy trends and nonprofit advocacy
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Henderson Center Farmers’ Market
Henderson Center
/ 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
/ Free
Offers the freshest fruits and vegetables, bread, muffins, tamales, jam, nursery plants, and more.
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Drop-in Pottery Painting
The Makers’ Space
/ 1-5 p.m.
/ Free
Come paint some pottery at The Blue Lake Makers’ Space! No reservation required- bring your friend and family or come solo for a day of creativity.
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Live Music Happy Hour w/ Good!
Venicia Italian Restaurant
/ 4-6 p.m.
/ Free
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ERV Community Art Night
Gene Lucas Community Center
/ 5-7 p.m.
/ Free
Bring your own project or find inspiration.
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Oyster Fest Kick-Off Party
The Pub
/ 5-8 p.m.
/ $15 Non-Members
/ $10 Members
Come for a fun time to pregame Oyster Fest with food, drinks, games, prizes, music, and more!
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DJ Josh Def3nder
Crisp Lounge
/ 6 p.m.
/ $5
Neon glowing dance party.
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Paint and Pour
Six Rivers Brewery
/ 6-7:30 p.m.
/ $35
You’ll paint your very own ceramic coffee or tea mug using our vibrant, non-toxic low-fire glazes — no experience needed!
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Women’s Soccer League Game
Arcata Sports Complex
/ 6-7 p.m.
/ $5
/ $25 League Pass
/ $5 Drop-in Players
Spring Women’s Soccer League! Games are drop-in style (teams made on the fly) and open to all levels of play! Bring a light and dark shirt, soccer cleats and shin guards for a fun, low-pressure soccer game!
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Blue Gardenia
Phatsy Kline’s Parlor Lounge
/ 7-9 p.m.
/ Free
Don, Mike, and John bring a wealth of professional experience from Humboldt County, the Bay Area, and Arizona, delivering a seasoned and dynamic sound.
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Comedy open mic
Arcata Veterans Memorial Building
/ 8 p.m.
/ Free
The Siren’s Open Mic
The Siren’s Song Tavern
/ 8 p.m.
/ Free
“Our stage is open and our mic is on. Add your performance to our open mic.”
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G.O.A.T. Karaoke at The Goat
The Miniplex at Richards’ Goat Tavern
/ 8:30 p.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
Supportive atmosphere, over 59,000 songs to choose from, all skill levels welcome.
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Throw’em Back Thursday
Blue Lake Casino Hotel
/ 9 p.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
DJ Statik has made a name for himself in Humboldt as one of the best wedding and party DJs. If you’ve been out and about, there’s no way you haven’t seen this guy perform.
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Karaoke
Vista Del Mar
/ 9-11:59 p.m.
/ 21+
Treat Yourself Entertainment hosts.
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