Saturday, Aug. 1
Top Events!
(Look ahead!)
Wildwood Days
Rio Dell
/ 10 a.m.
Long-standing Rio Dell tradition featuring family-friendly events, live entertainment, local vendors, food, a parade.
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Beer Fest 2026
Dell’Arte
/ 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
/ $35
/ $40 At Gate
/ $25 Designated Driver At Gate
/ $20 Designated Driver - Online
/ Free Kids Free W/Adult Ticket
Full day of local history, music and brews. Music by A Banjo Makes 3, Elderberry Rust String Band and Rise & Bloom
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Woofstock 2026
Halvorsen Park
/ 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
/ $10
Fun-filled community event featuring live music, local food vendors, dog-friendly activities, contests, and family entertainment—all while supporting the lifesaving work of Sequoia Humane Society.
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Thumb Leader
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Table Bluff
/ noon-8 p.m.
“we’re still not exactly sure what this is, but it could be argued that it resembles a site-specific art happening celebrating the natural beauty of humboldt county and the weirdness and wonderfulness of its people. bring a picnic and your hiking shoes.”
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Flynn Creek Circus
Arcata Creamery District
/ 5-7 p.m.
/ $27
/ $195 VIP table for 4
/ $153 Canopy for 4
/ $128 High Table for 4
/ $108 Front row bench for 2
/ $98 High Table for 2
/ $91 Bench 2 people
/ $36 Folding Chairs
/ $27 Stools
Flynn Creek Circus invites audiences to ‘The Cricket & the Wren’ — memorable family fun and artful athleticism under the circus big top.
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Arts! Alive
Eureka
/ 6-9 p.m.
Eureka’s monthly celebration of local artists, makers and performers brings vibrance to Old Town on the first Saturday of the month. With special events at the city’s galleries, bars and performance spaces, Arts! Alive has established itself as one of Humboldt’s most colorful recurring events.
HLOC: The Sound of Music
Van Duzer Theater
/ 7-9 p.m.
/ $15
/ $25 based on seat location
/ $20 based on seal location
Set in Austria on the eve of the Anschluss in 1938, the musical tells the story of Maria, who takes a job as governess to a large family while she decides whether to become a nun.
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The Magic Banana Hour Brings World-Class Comedy, Circus, and Chaos to Blue Lake, Plus a Rare Performance Workshop Opportunity
Dell’Arte International
/ 8-10 p.m.
/ $20
/ $15 students, veterans, seniors
A wildly entertaining evening of comedy, music, magic, puppetry, and unexpected surprises as part of the 2026 Baduwa’t Festival.
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Flynn Creek Circus
Arcata Creamery District
/ 8-10 p.m.
/ $27
/ $195 VIP table for 4
/ $153 Canopy for 4
/ $128 High Table for 4
/ $108 Front row bench for 2
/ $98 High Table for 2
/ $91 Bench 2 people
/ $36 Folding Chairs
/ $27 Stools
Flynn Creek Circus invites audiences to ‘The Cricket & the Wren’ — memorable family fun and artful athleticism under the circus big top.
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Fuego: La Xotica
Eureka Theater
/ 8 p.m.
/ $10
/ $15 door
Immersive Latin club experience features global dance sounds, live performers, visual art, and high-energy DJs. Music by DJ Pressure, DJ D’Vinity, and Zero One.
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Bloodspire, Psyopsy, Gore Skin Coffin
The Shanty
/ 9-11:30 p.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
Humboldt local Death Metal juggernaut Bloodspire headlines a night of metal.
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Humboldt Dockside Saturday Seafood Market
Madaket Plaza
/ 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
/ Free
Shop a selection of seasonal seafood.
Wharf Trail Volunteer Workday
See Event Description
/ 9-11 a.m.
/ Free
We get together to make the Bay Trail safe, clean and welcoming for everyone. We’ll meet at Schmidbauer Lumber, Inc.
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Arcata Farmers’ Market
Arcata Farmers’ Market
/ 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
/ $None All Ages
Enjoy live music by FireSign! Offering the freshest produce, meat, fish, cheese, eggs, bread, flowers, and more!
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Adorni Fitness Classes
Adorni Center
/ 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
/ $7 Adults
/ $4 Senior
Come checkout the Adorni Center and the various classes that we have available Daily!
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August Eureka Trash Bash!
See Event Description
/ 9-10:30 a.m.
/ Free
Join the City of Eureka, PacOut Green Team , and STIL for the bi-monthly Trash Bash!
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Saturday Morning Slime School
See Event Description
/ 9 a.m.-10:30 p.m.
/ $15
Come learn how to make slime with Anna and Nolan!
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Education Series: Sea Level Rise & the Shifting Geology of Humboldt Bay
Humboldt Botanical Garden
/ 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
/ Free
/ $10 Non-members
What are the local impacts when changing landmass and sea level rise occur simultaneously?
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Art in the Gardens
Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens
/ 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
/ $35
/ $70 wine tasting plus admission
Bringing together creative expression, peak summer blooms, and coastal beauty for one unforgettable weekend on the Mendocino Coast.
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Cal Poly Humboldt Outdoor Adventures - Drop In Kayak Tours
Humboldt Bay Aquatic Center
/ 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
/ $20
We run these tours almost every weekend, offering a fun and flexible way to get out on Humboldt Bay.
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Butterfly Party with Carl Meredith
See Event Description
/ 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
/ Free
Will feature butterfly crafts, music, & a special singalong.
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Self Defense Classes
See Event Description
/ 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
/ Free
Free. Non sport combat self defense.
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Weekly Saturday Peaceful Protest and Food Drive
Humboldt County Courthouse
/ noon-2 p.m.
/ Free
Donations, including perishable, dry goods, and canned goods, or monetary support for Bayshore Food Not Bombs in Eureka, will be collected.
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(CANCELED) ReStyled, a fun used clothing shopping event
Manila Community Center
/ noon-5 p.m.
/ Free
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World Breastfeeding Week Latch On
See Event Description
/ noon-1 p.m.
/ Free
Bring your blankets and babies and let’s enjoy the day together!
Flower U-Pick
See Event Description
/ noon-4 p.m.
The Brunner Family Farm’s flower u-pick is open for the season!
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WPBL (Women’s Professional Baseball League) Kickoff at The Summitt!!!
The Summitt
/ 3-6 p.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
Live women’s sports!
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Block Party of F Street
Morris Graves Museum of Art
/ 3-9 p.m.
/ Free
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Rhythm of Life: A Sound of Soul Event
Adorni Center
/ 3:30-4:30 p.m.
/ Free
“You can find the path to love, wisdom, and spiritual freedom by singing HU every day, until HU becomes a part of you and you of it.”
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Cat Koshkin and Patrick Cleary
Moonstone Crossing
/ 4-6 p.m.
/ Free
Catch their diverse song offerings, culled from folk, jazz, blues, Americana, and country.
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10th Annual Skateboard Fundraiser
The Epitome Gallery
/ 4-9 p.m.
/ Free
Each skateboard is made as a donation by artists, and each board is $150. All sales generate funds for building complete skateboards and helmets, donated during the holidays to local youth.
Alchemy Distillery Pop Up
Alchemy Distillery
/ 4-8 p.m.
/ 21+
This time it is Italian cuisine, highlighting local farms.
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Summer Nights at The Farmstand
Sea Goat Farmstand and Folk School
/ 5-7 p.m.
/ Free
Soak up the summer evenings with live local music, artisan and market booths and a fun farmstand vibe.
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Cal Poly Humboldt Outdoor Adventures Sunset Paddle
Humboldt Bay Aquatic Center
/ 5-7 p.m.
/ $25
Join us for a peaceful and scenic Sunset Kayak Paddle on Humboldt Bay, one of California’s most diverse and pristine coastal ecosystems.
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Shredding Hunger
The Historic Eagle House
/ 5-10 p.m.
/ $10
A benefit concert for Food For People.
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Art Auction for All Ages during Arts’ Alive!
See Event Description
/ 6-9 p.m.
/ Free
Discover The Art of Aging—a silent art auction for all ages featuring unique artwork, jewelry, collectibles, live music by cellist John Holborn, drinks, and an evening of community, all in support of Area 1 Agency on Aging.
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Arts Alive and Open House
See Event Description
/ 6-9 p.m.
/ Free
We have partnered with Arts Alive to showcase three artists and are also hosting an open house of our historic lodge.
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Fast Times at Ridgemont High (1982)
Arcata Theatre Lounge
/ 6-8:30 p.m.
/ $8
/ $12 Admission + Poster
Based on the real-life adventures chronicled by Cameron Crowe, Fast Times follows a group of high school students growing up in Southern California.
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Roland Rock
Six Rivers Brewery
/ 6-8 p.m.
/ Free
Local music.
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Worship Night
Faith Center Foursquare Church
/ 6-8 p.m.
“Come seek the presence of God, worship the King, and pray together for our city.”
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Puff & Paint
EcoCann
/ 6-9 p.m.
/ 21+
Enjoy a doobie while you dab paint and soak in the chill vibes of the High Tide Lounge.
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Papa Haole & The Fleas
See Event Description
/ 7-9 p.m.
/ Free
Enjoy their tropical island sounds.
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Theater on the Farmstand Stage: Romeo & Juliet
Sea Goat Farmstand and Folk School
/ 7:30-9 p.m.
/ $15
Join us for a magical evening of theater under the stars at the Sea Goat Farmstand Outdoor Stage!
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Dj Kev’s MTV Tribute 45 years
Cherae Heights Firewater Lounge
/ 8 p.m.-midnight
/ Free
/ 21+
Dj Kev mixes new and older videos much like the 1982 when MTV came online.
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Ginger Molasses, The Crotches, The Late Models
The Siren’s Song Tavern
/ 8 p.m.
/ $10
A night of rock.
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NightHawk
Blue Lake Casino Hotel
/ 8 p.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
NightHawk is a Humboldt County Rock Band dedicated to creating music that makes you want to dance!
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Radio Clash
Kaptain’s Quarters
/ 8 p.m.
/ Free
Join us for Arts Alive featuring DJs Green Beans, Buck Calhoun, and Zero One spinning Punk, Indie, New Wave, and Ska!
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Elderberry Rust String Band
The Basement
/ 9 p.m.-midnight
/ $5
/ 21+
For over ten years, this beloved ensemble has been playing their own brand of “browngrass,” bluegrass that has taken a turn for the worse.
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Verano en el Goat
The Miniplex at Richards’ Goat Tavern
/ 9:30 p.m.
/ $5
/ Free notaflof
/ 21+
DJ Homie D is bringing summer vibes tonight with special guest DJ Rikki!
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