Tré Burt
The Old Steeple / 7:30-10 p.m. / $25 / $30 at the door
Burt’s literary songwriting and lo-fi, rootsy aesthetic was honed busking on the streets of San Francisco and traveling the world in search of inspiration.
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Making Movies
Humboldt Brews / 8 p.m. / $20 / $18 Advance / 21+
Latin American rhythms with African-derived percussion and styles like rumba, merengue, mambo and cumbia.
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Le Vent du Nord
Arcata Playhouse / 8-9 p.m. / $15
The award winning and highly acclaimed band Le Vent du Nord is a leading force in Quebec’s progressive francophone folk movement. The group’s vast repertoire draws from both traditional sources and original compositions.
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30th Redwood Coast Music Festival
Eureka / 6 p.m.
The three-decade celebration of roots American music will feature more than 40 performers – from national to regional and local acts – playing at seven Eureka venues.
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Josephine Johnson
Septentrio Winery / 6:30 p.m.
It’s been five years since Josephine Johnson performed in Humboldt County—now, she’s back featuring music from her two most recent albums. A 2007 Cal Poly graduate, Johnson now lives on the east coast where she performs regularly at venues in North Georgia.
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The Brevet, Sequoia Rose
Humboldt Brews / 8 p.m. / $15 / 21+
Alternative rock sound draws authentically from folk, surf, and R&B
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Protoje, Ishi Dube
Arcata Theatre Lounge / 9 p.m. / $50 / $45 adv.
Born and raised in Saint Elizabeth, Jamaica to singer Lorna Bennett and former calypso king Mike Ollivierre, Protoje blends hip hop, soul and jazz into his native sounds of reggae and dancehall.
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September Just Joshin’
Savage Henry Comedy Club / 9-11 p.m. / $5 / 18+
Last Thursday is Just Joshin’ time! Local comedy legend Josh Barnes hosts his monthly showcase. Jokes, talk and other stuff.
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30th Redwood Coast Music Festival
Eureka / 1 p.m.
The three-decade celebration of roots American music will feature more than 40 performers – from national to regional and local acts – playing at seven Eureka venues.
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Eureka Friday Night Market
Old Town Eureka / 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Friday Night Market has it all; farmers market, arts and craft vendors, bar featuring the best of Humboldt produced beverages, a wide variety of food vendors and of course, live local music for dancing. Not to mention we are located in the heart of Old Town.
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Matisyahu
Arcata Theatre Lounge / 7 p.m. / $35 / $30 adv.
“Rapper and singer Matisyahu is known for his vibrant blend of reggae and hip-hop, much of which is intertwined with his spirituality and roots in Judaism.
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Tiny, Beautiful Things
North Coast Repertory Theatre / 8 p.m. / $20 / $18 students/seniors
Based on the best-selling book by Cheryl Strayed and adapted for the stage by Nia Vardalos, Tiny Beautiful Things personifies the questions and answers that “Sugar” was publishing online from 2010-2012. Directed by and featuring Cynthia Martells, Tony-nominated local actress.
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Natural Shocks by Lauren Gunderson
Redwood Curtain Theatre / 8 p.m. / $20
Based on Hamlet’s “To be or not to be,” Natural Shocks is a 60-minute, one-woman tour-de-force play that bursts to life when we meet a woman waiting out an imminent tornado in her basement.
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The Avengers, Former Chimp
Humboldt Brews / 9 p.m. / $20 / $18 Advance / 21+
The Avengers are an American punk rock band formed in 1977 in San Francisco.
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Mike and Victoria: Evan Vest’s Album Recording
Savage Henry Comedy Club / 9-11 p.m. / $15 / 18+
Humboldt County comedian Evan Vest records his first album, Mike And Victoria, live at the Savage Henry Comedy Club in Eureka, California.
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Pastels on the Plaza 2022
Arcata Plaza / 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
The first Saturday in October is the day families, artists, and sponsors gather on the Arcata Plaza for a magical art show. The sidewalk is transformed into a gallery of art with a riot of color! This benefit for Northcoast Children’s Services is supported by local businesses.

MIGRATIONS: Walking Together
Arcata Playhouse / 9 a.m.-2 p.m. / Free
The structure of this event is a procession: We will start in front of the Arcata Playhouse and finish with a celebratory parade at Valley West in Carlson Park. At several stops along the way cultural groups will share their work, play, and culture.
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30th Redwood Coast Music Festival
Eureka / 10 a.m.
The three-decade celebration of roots American music will feature more than 40 performers – from national to regional and local acts – playing at seven Eureka venues.
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2022 Medieval Festival of Courage
Perigot Park / 10 a.m. / $10 / $5 kids 3-12
A family weekend of stories, skill, amusements, medieval morsels, treasures, knights, and royal horses celebrating agricultural traditions. There will be jousting, music, fairies, face painting, petting zoo/pony rides, a tavern, dance and aerial performances, food, art and craft vendors, and more.
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Oktoberfest
The Pub / 1-10 p.m. / $10 / Free kids 12 & under
Booty Shakin Music has a STACKED lineup featuring: Scarub of Living Legends, OG of Slightly Stupid, Woven Roots, Swizlo’s Mystery Lounge, DJ Leo, GoldyLocks, G.Davis, Eli Fowler, Nac One, Dj D’Vinity, The Moondots, Checkered Past & Flo J Simpson. Costume contest! Beer belly competition!
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Wine by the Sea
Humboldt Coastal Nature Center / 3-6 p.m. / $55 Public / $45 Friends of the Dunes Members
Imagine spending an afternoon gazing out at the ocean, sipping local wines and nibbling locally made cheeses and other tasty treats. Now add good friends, live music, a wine pull and fabulous auction items.
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Chase The Comet, ThunderCloud
The Siren’s Song Tavern / 7 p.m.-12:30 p.m. / Free
In 2016 ’Chase the Comet’ members, front woman Nika Comet and guitarist Alexander Mishustov hopped on a flight from Moscow, Russia to Los Angele, and experienced eye-opening inspiration.
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Tiny, Beautiful Things
North Coast Repertory Theatre / 8 p.m. / $20 / $18 students/seniors
Based on the best-selling book by Cheryl Strayed and adapted for the stage by Nia Vardalos, Tiny Beautiful Things personifies the questions and answers that “Sugar” was publishing online from 2010-2012. Directed by and featuring Cynthia Martells, Tony-nominated local actress.
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Natural Shocks by Lauren Gunderson
Redwood Curtain Theatre / 8 p.m. / $20
Based on Hamlet’s “To be or not to be,” Natural Shocks is a 60-minute, one-woman tour-de-force play that bursts to life when we meet a woman waiting out an imminent tornado in her basement.
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Mike and Victoria: Evan Vest’s Album Recording
Savage Henry Comedy Club / 9-11 p.m. / $15 / 18+
Humboldt County comedian Evan Vest records his first album, Mike And Victoria, live at the Savage Henry Comedy Club in Eureka, California.
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2022 Medieval Festival of Courage
Perigot Park / 10 a.m. / $10 / $5 kids 3-12
A family weekend of stories, skill, amusements, medieval morsels, treasures, knights, and royal horses celebrating agricultural traditions. There will be jousting, music, fairies, face painting, petting zoo/pony rides, a tavern, dance and aerial performances, food, art and craft vendors, and more.
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30th Redwood Coast Music Festival
Eureka / 10 a.m.
The three-decade celebration of roots American music will feature more than 40 performers – from national to regional and local acts – playing at seven Eureka venues.
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Tiny, Beautiful Things
North Coast Repertory Theatre / 2 p.m. / $20 / $18 students/seniors
Based on the best-selling book by Cheryl Strayed and adapted for the stage by Nia Vardalos, Tiny Beautiful Things personifies the questions and answers that “Sugar” was publishing online from 2010-2012. Directed by and featuring Cynthia Martells, Tony-nominated local actress.
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CenterArts Presents: Cirque Mechanics in Zephyr
Van Duzer Theater / 7 p.m. / $25 Children / $39 GA
Cirque Mechanics returns to Cal Poly Humboldt with their newest production Zephyr, a theatrical circus show that, unlike historical windmills, harnesses human power, instead of wind to generate an energetic acrobatic experience.
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Fireside Collective
Humboldt Brews / 8 p.m. / $10 / 21+
Progressive bluegrass from the roots music scene of Asheville, North Carolina.
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11th Annual Savage Henry Comedy Festival: Thursday
Humboldt County / 5 p.m.
Three days and 140 or so comedians from all over the country descend on Humboldt County at more than 10 venues for more than 40 shows.
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Humboldt Latin Dance and Music Festival
Redwood Raks World Dance Studio / 7-11 p.m. / $18 / $55 Advanced Pass / $125 All Workshop Pass / $75 Beginners Pass / $20 Sat Party / 18+
This event features award winning instructors traveling to Arcata to teach 20+ workshops in Salsa, Bachata, and Cuban dances suitable for beginners through advanced dance enthusiasts!
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Humboldt Latin Dance and Music Festival
Redwood Raks World Dance Studio / 5 p.m.-1 a.m. / $18 / $55 Advanced Pass / $125 All Workshop Pass / $75 Beginners Pass / $20 Sat Party / 18+
This event features award winning instructors traveling to Arcata to teach 20+ workshops in Salsa, Bachata, and Cuban dances suitable for beginners through advanced dance enthusiasts!
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Eureka Friday Night Market
Old Town Eureka / 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Friday Night Market has it all; farmers market, arts and craft vendors, bar featuring the best of Humboldt produced beverages, a wide variety of food vendors and of course, live local music for dancing. Not to mention we are located in the heart of Old Town.
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CenterArts Presents: Felipe Esperanza
Van Duzer Theater / 8 p.m. / $35 @ the door / $30 Standard
A product of the streets of East Los Angeles, comedian and actor Felipe Esparza is best known for his raw, real-life and universally relatable comedy. Felipe won NBC’s Last Comic Standing in 2010, and soon after, starred in and produced his first Showtime special, They’re Not Gonna Laugh at You.
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Humboldt Latin Dance and Music Festival
Redwood Raks World Dance Studio / 10-1 a.m. / $18 / $55 Advanced Pass / $125 All Workshop Pass / $75 Beginners Pass / $20 Sat Party / 18+
This event features award winning instructors traveling to Arcata to teach 20+ workshops in Salsa, Bachata, and Cuban dances suitable for beginners through advanced dance enthusiasts!
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NRLT’s Boots & Birkenstocks
Fortuna River Lodge / 5-9 p.m. / $100 / 21+
There is much to celebrate this year! Join NRLT at our Annual Celebration on October 8th at the Fortuna River Lodge. The night’s festivities will include live music, delicious dinner and drinks, as well as silent and live auction items that highlight the land and regional production.
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CenterArts Presents: Henry Rollins Good To See You 2022 Tour
Van Duzer Theater / 8 p.m. / $160 VIP / $25 CalPoly Students / $35 GA
CenterArts is thrilled to host Henry Rollins in the first half of the season. You may know him as a punk rock icon and actor-extraordinaire, but have you met the spoken word genius that he is? Now is your chance.
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Humboldt Latin Dance and Music Festival
Redwood Raks World Dance Studio / 10 a.m.-5 p.m. / $18 / $55 Advanced Pass / $125 All Workshop Pass / $75 Beginners Pass / $20 Sat Party / 18+
This event features award winning instructors traveling to Arcata to teach 20+ workshops in Salsa, Bachata, and Cuban dances suitable for beginners through advanced dance enthusiasts!
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Wild & Scenic Film Festival 2022
Inn at 2nd and C Streets / 6-9 p.m. / $25 / $20 virtual event
Film buffs and nature lovers have much to look forward to on Sunday, October 9 as Friends of the Lost Coast present the 2022 edition of the Wild & Scenic Film Festival, an internationally-renown touring film fest.
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Bearly Dead
Humboldt Brews / 9 p.m. / $15 / $12 adv. / 21+
All-star cast of players with deep roots in the festival jam scene plays all of the Grateful Dead classics.
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Dell’Arte Presents: Macabre Cabaret 2022
Carlo Theatre (Dell’Arte) / 8-9:30 p.m. / $20 / 18+
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The 2022 Macabre Cabaret
Dell’Arte / 8 p.m. / $20 / $15 students/seniors
This will be a raucous night filled with Eldritch horrors, comedy of the occult, grotesque acts, witchy wonders, and live music. We promise you will leave feeling delightfully doomed!

Eureka Friday Night Market
Old Town Eureka / 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Friday Night Market has it all; farmers market, arts and craft vendors, bar featuring the best of Humboldt produced beverages, a wide variety of food vendors and of course, live local music for dancing. Not to mention we are located in the heart of Old Town.
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Todd Sheaffer & Chris Thompson
Humboldt Brews / 8 p.m. / $30 / 21+
Esteemed songwriter and Railroad Earth front man, Todd Sheaffer and multi-instrumentalist Chris Thompson of CORAL CREEK.
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Dell’Arte Presents: Macabre Cabaret 2022
Carlo Theatre (Dell’Arte) / 8-9:30 p.m. / $20 / 18+
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The 2022 Macabre Cabaret
Dell’Arte / 8 p.m. / $20 / $15 students/seniors
This will be a raucous night filled with Eldritch horrors, comedy of the occult, grotesque acts, witchy wonders, and live music. We promise you will leave feeling delightfully doomed!

Dell’Arte Presents: Macabre Cabaret 2022
Carlo Theatre (Dell’Arte) / 8-9:30 p.m. / $20 / 18+
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Margo Cilker
Student Activities Center at Cal Poly Humboldt / 8 p.m. / Free
“Cilker gives gentle nods to Lucinda Williams, Townes Van Zandt, and Gillian Welch in her performances. Her weathered voice, an instrument that conjures up visions of wide-open spaces and wanderlust, has quickly made her one of (Oregon’s) linchpins” -NPR Music
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The 2022 Macabre Cabaret
Dell’Arte / 8 p.m. / $20 / $15 students/seniors
This will be a raucous night filled with Eldritch horrors, comedy of the occult, grotesque acts, witchy wonders, and live music. We promise you will leave feeling delightfully doomed!

VaVaVoom Burlesque: Frightfully Flirty
North Coast Repertory Theatre / 8-11 p.m. / $20 / $25 General Admission at the door. / $70 VIP Table / 21+
The VaVaVoom Burlesque Vixens present Frightfully Flirty, a Halloween themed burlesque revue. Come dressed in your best costume for a chance to win prizes in the costume contest!
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Eureka Friday Night Market
Old Town Eureka / 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Friday Night Market has it all; farmers market, arts and craft vendors, bar featuring the best of Humboldt produced beverages, a wide variety of food vendors and of course, live local music for dancing. Not to mention we are located in the heart of Old Town.
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The Haunted Kinetic Lab of Horrors
Arcata Kinetic Lab / 7 p.m.
Humboldt’s most-twisted Halloween event is back offering guided tours of the horrifically untidy workspace of our cantankerous and unkempt kinetic racers. Come see for yourself! Music nightly by The Dead Drops. 13 and over recommended. All proceeds benefit the Kinetic Sculpture Lab. Cash only.

Trivia in the Consumption Lounge
Papa and Barkley Social / 5:30-7:30 p.m. / Free / 21+
Stony thinkin’! General trivia 4th Friday monthly. 21+ venue. (18+ with medical card.) ID required. Free to play, win prizes. Max 7 players per team. Couches avail for reservations.
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Eureka Friday Night Market
Old Town Eureka / 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Friday Night Market has it all; farmers market, arts and craft vendors, bar featuring the best of Humboldt produced beverages, a wide variety of food vendors and of course, live local music for dancing. Not to mention we are located in the heart of Old Town.
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The Haunted Kinetic Lab of Horrors
Arcata Kinetic Lab / 7 p.m.
Humboldt’s most-twisted Halloween event is back offering guided tours of the horrifically untidy workspace of our cantankerous and unkempt kinetic racers. Come see for yourself! Music nightly by The Dead Drops. 13 and over recommended. All proceeds benefit the Kinetic Sculpture Lab. Cash only.

The Haunted Kinetic Lab of Horrors
Arcata Kinetic Lab / 7 p.m.
Humboldt’s most-twisted Halloween event is back offering guided tours of the horrifically untidy workspace of our cantankerous and unkempt kinetic racers. Come see for yourself! Music nightly by The Dead Drops. 13 and over recommended. All proceeds benefit the Kinetic Sculpture Lab. Cash only.

Halloween Double Feature: Young Frankenstein & Rocky Horror Picture Show
Arcata Theatre Lounge / 6-11:15 p.m. / $8 / $16 Both Films
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The Haunted Kinetic Lab of Horrors
Arcata Kinetic Lab / 7 p.m.
Humboldt’s most-twisted Halloween event is back offering guided tours of the horrifically untidy workspace of our cantankerous and unkempt kinetic racers. Come see for yourself! Music nightly by The Dead Drops. 13 and over recommended. All proceeds benefit the Kinetic Sculpture Lab. Cash only.

Eureka Friday Night Market
Old Town Eureka / 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Friday Night Market has it all; farmers market, arts and craft vendors, bar featuring the best of Humboldt produced beverages, a wide variety of food vendors and of course, live local music for dancing. Not to mention we are located in the heart of Old Town.
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Kanekoa
Humboldt Brews / 8 p.m. / $25 / $20 Advance / 21+
Ukulele-powered Hawaiian jam-rock.
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Billy Wayne Davis
Savage Henry Comedy Club / 9-11 p.m. / $20
Billy Wayne Davis is a comedian who has appeared on Conan, Last Comic Standing, Comedy Central, lent his voice & producing skills to SquidBillies, hosted a travel doc for CMT, opened for Sturgill Simpson, and worked with Sacha Baron Coen on Who is America & Borat 2.
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Billy Wayne Davis
Savage Henry Comedy Club / 9-11 p.m. / $20
Billy Wayne Davis is a comedian who has appeared on Conan, Last Comic Standing, Comedy Central, lent his voice & producing skills to SquidBillies, hosted a travel doc for CMT, opened for Sturgill Simpson, and worked with Sacha Baron Coen on Who is America & Borat 2.
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CenterArts Presents: Versa Style Dance Company
Van Duzer Theater / 7 p.m. / $35 @ the Door / $20 Children / $30 GA
Experience the raw, energetic, groundbreaking Hip Hop choreography that will leave you inspired and hungry for more when The Versa-Style Dance Company comes to the Van Duzer Theatre.
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Eureka Friday Night Market
Old Town Eureka / 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Friday Night Market has it all; farmers market, arts and craft vendors, bar featuring the best of Humboldt produced beverages, a wide variety of food vendors and of course, live local music for dancing. Not to mention we are located in the heart of Old Town.
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Veteran’s Day at McKay 5K & 10K Walk/Run
McKay Community Forest / 10 a.m.-2 p.m. / $15
Veteran’s Day 5 & 10K walk/run on an out and back course on the McKay Tract in Eureka, CA. Awards Ceremony and community connection fair to follow at Humboldt Cider Garden.
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Eureka Friday Night Market
Old Town Eureka / 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Friday Night Market has it all; farmers market, arts and craft vendors, bar featuring the best of Humboldt produced beverages, a wide variety of food vendors and of course, live local music for dancing. Not to mention we are located in the heart of Old Town.
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Zach Peterson
Savage Henry Comedy Club / 9-11 p.m. / $15
Our buddy from Nebraska returns to the Club!. Out of Omaha Nebraska, after spending time in Chicago and Los Angeles, Zach Peterson is consistently touring around the country working at clubs, theaters and festivals year round.
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Zach Peterson
Savage Henry Comedy Club / 9-11 p.m. / $15
Our buddy from Nebraska returns to the Club!. Out of Omaha Nebraska, after spending time in Chicago and Los Angeles, Zach Peterson is consistently touring around the country working at clubs, theaters and festivals year round.
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Lizzy Cooperman
Savage Henry Comedy Club / 9-11 p.m. / $15
Lizzy was named one of TimeOut LA’s Comedians to Watch in 2018. She’s appeared on Lights Out with David Spade, Comedy Central’s Corporate, The Deadliest Chef, HBO’s Crashing, Kirby Jenner on Quibi, and has an upcoming role on AMC’s Send Help.
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Lizzy Cooperman
Savage Henry Comedy Club / 9-11 p.m. / $15
Lizzy was named one of TimeOut LA’s Comedians to Watch in 2018. She’s appeared on Lights Out with David Spade, Comedy Central’s Corporate, The Deadliest Chef, HBO’s Crashing, Kirby Jenner on Quibi, and has an upcoming role on AMC’s Send Help.
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CenterArts Presents: Tomaseen Foley’s A Celtic Christmas
Van Duzer Theater / 7 p.m. / $20 Children / $49 GA
A Celtic Christmas recreates the joy and innocence of a night before Christmas in a remote farmhouse in the west of Ireland–when the neighboring families gather around the fire to grace the wintry night with the melodies of traditional Irish Christmas carols.
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Diggin Dirt
Arcata Theatre Lounge / 9 p.m. / $45 / $30 just Saturday / $25 just Friday
TWO NIGHTS! This seven-piece band emerging from behind the redwood curtain in Humboldt County, California is skyrocketing through the west coast music scene. Shoveling out their own path, and consistently wowing audiences and filling concert venues, Diggin Dirt is no ordinary funk and soul band.
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Diggin Dirt
Arcata Theatre Lounge / 9 p.m. / $45 / $30 just Saturday / $25 just Friday
TWO NIGHTS! This seven-piece band emerging from behind the redwood curtain in Humboldt County, California is skyrocketing through the west coast music scene. Shoveling out their own path, and consistently wowing audiences and filling concert venues, Diggin Dirt is no ordinary funk and soul band.
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CenterArts Presents: Peking Acrobats
Van Duzer Theater / 7 p.m. / $20 Children / $39 GA
For the last thirty two years, The Peking Acrobats have redefined audience perceptions of Chinese acrobatics. They perform daring maneuvers atop a precarious pagoda of chairs and display their technical prowess at such arts as trick-cycling, precision tumbling, juggling and somersaulting.
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CenterArts Present: International Guitar Night
Van Duzer Theater / 7 p.m. / $49 GA
Joining us for a superior night of musicianship will be Canadian jazz guitarist and vocalist, and recipient of the 2021 Juno for Jazz Album Of The Year Jocelyn Gould. Also performing will be Flamenco master Jesús Guerrero from Spain.
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CenterArts Presents: One Night with Queen
Van Duzer Theater / 8 p.m. / $45 Standard
For over two decades, Gary Mullen & The Works have performed One Night Of Queen to sold-out audiences around the world, playing more than 2,500 live shows to audiences in over 20 countries.
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CenterArts Presents: Alexander Malofeev Piano
Fulkerson Recital Hall / 6 p.m. / $49 GA
Hailed as ‘The latest phenomenon of the Russian piano school’ (Corriere della Sera), Moscow-born pianist Alexander Malofeev came to international prominence when he won the International Tchaikovsky Competition for Young Musicians in 2014, aged 13.
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CenterArts Presents: Philosophy Forum with Pattie Gonia
Van Duzer Theater / 7 p.m. / $25 at the door / $20 GA
Join the Cal Poly Humboldt’s Philosophy Forum in welcoming Wyn Wiley (he/him), aka Pattie Gonia (she/her), who has made waves over the past few years as a drag queen advocating for the environment. People love Pattie for her comedy and dancing, but also for her powerful honesty.
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CenterArts Presents: Ryan Keberle with the Cal Poly Humboldt Jazz Orchestra
Van Duzer Theater / 8 p.m. / $35 GA
We are excited to announce a special collaboration between trombonist Ryan Keberle and the Cal Poly Humboldt Jazz Orchestra under the direction of Dr. Dan Aldag. Ryan has been hailed in the Downbeat International Critics Poll as #1 Rising Star trombonist, a player “of vision and composure”.
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