Friday, Oct. 2
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2026 Redwood Coast Music Festival: Friday
Eureka
/ 1 p.m.
/ $80
/ $185 4-day pass
A Humboldt tradition! Four days of Great American roots music, including jazz, swing, blues, zydeco, rockabilly, Americana, western swing, country and more. Full schedule inside!
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Eureka Symphony: Bold Beginnings
Arkley Center For The Performing Arts
/ 7:30-9:30 p.m.
/ $21
/ $15 Adult at the door
/ $10 Student with ID at the door
The Eureka Symphony launches its 35th season with Bold Beginnings, a concert that sets the stage for an extraordinary season – bold, expressive, and full of life.
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Clue
Ferndale Repertory Theatre
/ 7:30-9:15 p.m.
/ $25
/ $22 Student / Senior
Murder, mystery, and madcap mayhem are on the menu in Clue, the fast-paced comedy inspired by the iconic board game and cult classic film.
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The Minutes
North Coast Repertory Theatre
/ 8 p.m.
Redwood Curtain Theatre presents a dark comedy set entirely during a small-town city council meeting.
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Ghouls, Grrrls, Gays & Theys HallowQueen Extravaganza
The Basement
/ 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m.
/ $10
/ 21+
DJs Blancatron & Anya Slayer joined by the They/Them Gays are ready to celebrate Gay Christmas, aka Halloween! Featuring gogos, burlesque and drag performances.
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Jon Q Public, Dumpster Puppies, The Smashed Glass, BERK & the JERX
The Miniplex at Richards’ Goat Tavern
/ 9 p.m.
/ $15
/ $12 online presale
/ 21+
Jon Q Public a is a punk band known for raw, high energy performances and catchy rock and roll songs with attitude.
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All Events!
Adorni Fitness Classes
Adorni Center
/ 9 a.m.-7 p.m.
/ $7 Adults
/ $4 Senior
/ $2.50 Youth
Come checkout the Adorni Center and the various classes that we have available daily!
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Blues Lunch with Buddy
Oak Deli and Brewery
/ 1-3 p.m.
Bud will be at Oak Deli located at the corner of 11th St and H playing his hard earned brand of blues.
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Fortuna Pumpkin Patch
See Event Description
/ 2-6 p.m.
/ Free
Back for 2026! There will be piglets, goats, and a large variety of pumpkins in every size, color, and purpose (carving, eating, or decorating).
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Heads Up!
The Local Cider Bar
/ 5-11 p.m.
An evening of eclectic vinyl selections with Dacin, Homie D, and Pandemonium Jones going back to back to back across time, space, and genres.
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Josh Stein
Plaza Grill
/ 5-9 p.m.
Josh Stein’s artwork is installed throughout Plaza Grill in Jacoby’s Storehouse.
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Art + Film: Student Filmmaker Showcase
Van Duzer Theater
/ 5:30-7 p.m.
/ Free
The showcase will bring student stories to the big screen through a selection of narrative, documentary, and experimental films created during the 2025 to 2026 academic year.
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WNBA Playoffs
The Summitt
/ 6-8 p.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
Golden State Valkyries vs. Dallas Wings
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LWVHC candidate forum
Mad River Grange
/ 6-7:30 p.m.
/ Free
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The Connection Club
Phatsy Kline’s Parlor Lounge
/ 6-8:30 p.m.
/ $24.25
/ 21+
This Men ↔ Women Edition is for singles ages 38-55ish who are interested in meeting someone of the opposite gender.
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The Undercovers with Green Genes
Trinidad Town Hall
/ 6-11:45 p.m.
/ $150 VIP Table (6 people + Drink Bundle*)
/ $50 General Admission + Drink Bundle* at Door
/ $30 General Admission + Drink Bundle* Presale
/ $25 General Admission at Door
/ $20 General Admission Presale
/ 21+
All proceeds from the event will go to directly support the Trinidad School Education Foundation (TSEF) for the 2026-2027 school year.
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Beer Scouts
See Event Description
/ 6-8 p.m.
/ Free
The Beer Scouts are a Northern California power trio that defines raw rock & roll: guitar, bass, drums… and someone screaming over it!
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October Skate Nights!
Eureka Municipal Auditorium
/ 6:30-9 p.m.
Looking for a groovy way to spend your Friday night??
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Friday Night at the Refuge: “Dune the Work: Wadulh Dunes Restoration Project Overview”
Humboldt Bay National Wildlife Refuge
/ 7-8 p.m.
/ Free
Come for a walk along the Shorebird Loop Trail during the evening hours.
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Opera Alley Cats
SpeakEasy
/ 7-10 p.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
Long-running Old Town musical institution featuring some of the region’s best jazz players.
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The 4 piece band
See Event Description
/ 8-11 p.m.
/ Free
International Folk Dance Party
Redwood Raks World Dance Studio
/ 8-11 p.m.
/ $5
The event features easy dances and an evening of international music with The Balkan Music Meetup and Chubritza International Folk Band.
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Psychotic Reaction, Psyop Victim, Turtle Goodwater
The Siren’s Song Tavern
/ 8 p.m.
/ $10
Bands.
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Soul Trip
Blue Lake Casino Hotel
/ 8:30-11:30 p.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
Soul Trip revives classic blues tunes from the 50s, funky soulful rhythms from the 60s, classic rock anthems from the 70s, and gritty songs from the 90s.
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Roland Rock Trio
See Event Description
/ 9-11 p.m.
/ Free
Roland Rock, Jimmy Foot and Doug Saucedo rock the Logger.
Karaoke
Central Station
/ 9 p.m.-1 a.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
Every Friday night sing your favorite songs!
Fuego Reggaeton Party
Humboldt Brews
/ 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m.
/ $5
/ 18+
Live DJ Sets by
DJ Pressure,
DJ D’Vinity and
DJ Statik.
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