Saturday, June 6
SATURDAY LOWDOWN: Polar Bears! Family Mystic! Arts Alive! More!
Polar Bears invade RampArt Skatepark for the latest Arcane Artists affair, “Eye of the Gemini.” Details on that and other Saturday joys in your Lowdown below.
Top Events!
(Look ahead!)
2nd Annual Bivalves and Brews 5k
Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary
/ 8:45 a.m.
/ $40 Shirt
/ $20 No-Shirt
This isn’t your average 5K—at each mile marker, daring participants have the option to chug a brew and swallow an oyster.
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North Coast Open Studios
Humboldt County
/ 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Annual countywide community art event where artists open their creative spaces to the public, showcasing both finished pieces and works in progress.
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The Music Man
Ferndale Repertory Theatre
/ 2-4:30 p.m.
/ $22
/ $20 Students / Seniors
/ $18 Group Rate (10 or more tickets)
Beloved musical brings big musical numbers, small-town comedy, barbershop harmony, and a joyful celebration of community to the FRT stage.
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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.
Humboldt Crabs vs. South Bay Storm
Arcata Ball Park
/ 6:30 p.m.
/ $10
/ $5 kids 3-12
Root for your hometown heroes as they whoop up on inferior competition.
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Strange Meeting
Northtown Coffee
/ 7-9 p.m.
Improvisational instrumental band that plays real human music.
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The Imaginary Invalid
North Coast Repertory Theatre
/ 8 p.m.
/ $25 Standard
/ $20 Discount Ticket
/ $10 Thursday nights
“Meet Argan — a man absolutely convinced he is dying, despite all evidence to the contrary.”
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Missing Pieces, Wild Abandon
The Siren’s Song Tavern
/ 8 p.m.
/ Free
Original indie rock band from Arcata that has two locally produced albums and a track record of engaging harmonies, bass lines and melodies.
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Thumb Leader
Family Mystic, Blu Egyptian
Humboldt Brews
/ 8:30 p.m.
/ $20
/ $15 Advance
/ 21+
Blends of Funk, Reggae, Bluegrass, Electronica, Soul, 70’s Psychedelic Rock, Americana, Disco, & Jazz Fusion
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Arcane Artists: Eye of the Gemini
RampArt Skatepark
/ 9 p.m.-3 a.m.
/ $15
/ $50 door vip
/ $35 presale vip
/ $30 Door - GA
/ 21+
Headlining set by Polar Bears, fresh off their 2026 EDC performance.
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All Events!
Learn to Row Day
See Event Description
/ 7:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
/ Free
Each session is 2 hours long and includes a row on the Bay in an 8-person rowing shell.
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Adorni Fitness Classes
Adorni Center
/ 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
/ $7 Adults
/ $4 Senior
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Arcata Farmers’ Market
Arcata Plaza
/ 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
/ $None All Ages
Enjoy live music by Huayllipicha! Produce, meat, fish, cheese, eggs, bread, flowers, and more!
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Humboldt Dockside Saturday Seafood Market
Madaket Plaza
/ 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
/ Free
Shop a selection of seasonal seafood.
June Eureka Trash Bash!
See Event Description
/ 9-10:30 a.m.
/ Free
/ Free All
Join the City of Eureka, PacOut Green Team , and STIL for the bi-monthly Trash Bash!
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VTS Eureka Wharf Trail Workday
See Event Description
/ 9-11 a.m.
We will be digging out grass and invasive plants.
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Westhaven Community Yard Sale
Westhaven Volunteer Fire Dept
/ 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
10% of our earnings will go to support our fire department.
Annaul Trinidad City Wide Yard Sale
See Event Description
/ 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
/ Free
Cool vintage treasures.
Stained Glass Studio
See Event Description
/ 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
/ Free
Stained glass artists Colleen Clifford will be opening her studio. In the glass studio, visitors can see all the various steps of how stained glass is made, from design to completion.
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Secondhand Spree & Dessert Cafe
Trinidad Town Hall
/ 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
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Stream Restoration and Free BBQ!
Kokte Ranch and Nature Preserve
/ 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
/ Free
Join the Jacoby Creek Land Trust and the Watershed Stewards Program at the Kokte Ranch Nature Preserve for stream restoration, a free raffle, and free BBQ!
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Samba Dance Workshop with Danielle Lima
Redwood Raks World Dance Studio
/ 10:30 a.m.-noon
/ $30
/ $50 Both Classes
/ $30 Single Class
/ 18+
Please join us for this incredible Samba dance and community building experience with guest artist Danielle Lima who is from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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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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WNBA
The Summitt
/ noon-8 p.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
Get in on the action!
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Pride Picnic
See Event Description
/ noon-3 p.m.
Folks from the L-Word, Queer Humboldt, and Redwood Pride have organized an all-ages community picnic.
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Roller Derby Playoffs
The Summitt
/ noon-8 p.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
WFTDA Roller Derby Regional Playoffs, US Women’s Soccer, WNBA, WNFC, NCAA Softball Women’s College World Series and more.
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Valkyries Watch Party
The Summitt
/ noon-2 p.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
We don’t serve food here, but you’re welcome to bring your own!
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Star Maps and Star Apps
See Event Description
/ 1-3 p.m.
/ Free
The Astronomers of Humboldt and the Humboldt County Library are holding a workshop for anyone interested in finding their way around the heavens at night.
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12th Annual Humboldt Homebrew Festival
D Street Neighborhood Center
/ 2-7 p.m.
/ $40 At Door
/ $35 Presale
/ 21+
Taste an amazing variety of craft beers and ciders made by talented local members of the Humboldt Homebrewers Organization, delicious food truck options, beer garden, silent auction, and live music from The Mojovators.
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US Women’s Soccer at The Summitt
The Summitt
/ 2:30-4:30 p.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
We don’t serve food here, but you’re welcome to bring your own!
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Listen to the Whispers of Your Heart: A Sound of Soul Event
Adorni Center
/ 3:30-4:30 p.m.
/ Free
Learn a spiritual technique of singing HU, an ancient name for the Divine.
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Wildtrail Tours Grand Opening
Mendenhall Studios
/ 4-9 p.m.
/ Free
With free e-bike rentals, a big brass band “Loud Neighbors”, tons of giveaways and more.
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Secret Club
Moonstone Crossing
/ 4-6 p.m.
/ Free
Secret Club has been entertaining audiences in Humboldt County with their soulful musical renditions and sweet harmonies for over twenty years.
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Moon to Moon Chinatown Historical Tour
See Event Description
/ 4 p.m.
/ Free
Walking tour starts at the Dave Young Kim’s “Fowl” Mural on Charlie Moon Way and ends at the new Chinatown Monument.
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Afro-Brazilian Drumming Workshops
HLOC’s The Space
/ 4-6 p.m.
/ $30
/ $80 All 3 Workshops
/ 18+
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Frogbite
Redwood Curtain Brewing Company, Arcata
/ 5-8 p.m.
/ Free
“Emerging from the lively pond of straight up rock-n-roll.”
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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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Bootlegger Bingo
Eureka Theater
/ 6 p.m.
/ $50
/ $100 Speakeasy VIP
Put on your glad rags, grab your lucky charms, and sneak past the coppers for a roaring night of high-stakes hilarity.
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Jamie George and Richard Lapreziosa
Papa Wheelies Pub
/ 6-9 p.m.
/ Free
Acoustic favorites: Grateful dead, Little Feat, Neil Young etc..
Arts Alive Book Signing
Eureka Books
/ 6-8 p.m.
/ Free
Local author John Ash will present a book signing and live chamber music event.
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La La Land (2016) 10th Anniversary
Arcata Theatre Lounge
/ 6-9:15 p.m.
/ $8
/ $12 Admission + Poster
“HERE’S TO THE FOOLS WHO DREAM.”
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Puff & Paint
See Event Description
/ 6-9 p.m.
/ 21+
Come by to enjoy a smoke and a brush stroke.
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Buddy Reed and th’ Rip it Ups
Mad River Brewery Tasting Room
/ 6-8 p.m.
Low down dirty blues.
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Joe Marcinek Band
The Wild Hare Tavern
/ 8-11 p.m.
/ $20
/ 21+
Where funk and jazz collide.
Radio Clash
Kaptain’s Quarters
/ 8 p.m.
/ Free
DJ Pressure, ToneChange, and Zero One spinning vinyl.
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Cole Berliner
Moss Oak Commons
/ 8 p.m.
Folk guitar.
The Night Smelters
North Of 4th
/ 8-11 p.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
Playing folk, country rhythm and blues, classic rock covers at a low conversational volume.
NightHawk
Blue Lake Casino Hotel
/ 8 p.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
Dedicated to creating music that makes you want to dance! From classic rock to R&B to country rock to blues.
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Headmaster’s Ritual: Smiths Night
The Miniplex at Richards’ Goat Tavern
/ 8 p.m.
/ $5
/ $10 sliding - notaflof
/ 21+
Heavenly all vinyl celebration of The Smiths and Smiths adjacent music.
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Goth Night
Savage Henry Comedy Club
/ 8 p.m.-1 a.m.
/ $5
/ $10 At the door
With DJs RATGIRL, EtherauM, DastBunny, killthecolonizer and Datura Prime.
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DJ Deaf Eye and DJ Rotten Spin Ska!
The Shanty
/ 10:30 p.m.-midnight
/ Free
/ 21+
Spinnin’ ska.
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