Loleta Fireman's Pavilion
/ 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
/ Free
Featuring over 60 vendors and Famous Indian Tacos made by the Pentecostal Church Youth Group of Eureka to support their Youth Convention in Visalia.
273-7425 /
leeannduclo@yahoo.com /
Arcata Community Center
/ 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
/ $1
Come out and shop for unique handcrafted gifts from over 50 artisans while enjoying live music and warm, nutritious eats.
822-7091 /
rec@cityofarcata.org /
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Arcata Presbyterian Church
/ 7-9 p.m.
/ $15
/ Free Children 5 & under
/ $12 Student & Senior
The AIGC Youth Choir will open the show. The adult choir is directed by Kristin Kirby and accompanied by a full band. Lorenza Simmons-Phillips directs the youth choir.
633-8781 /
aigchoir@gmail.com /
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Arcata Playhouse
/ 7:30-9:30 p.m.
/ $12
/ $8 Kids 12 and under
/ $10 Students and Members
822-1575 /
David@arcataplayhouse.org /
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Christ Episcopal Church
/ 7:30 p.m.
The Ferndale Community Choir performs an eclectic selection of sacred and inspiring music from across the centuries and around the world, plus readings to inspire your holiday spirit.
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Ferndale Repertory Theatre
/ 8 p.m.
/ $10
Produced in collaboration with Humboldt Light Opera Company, A Christmas Story is a sure-fire holiday hit for the whole family.
786-5483 /
The Siren's Song Tavern
/ 8-11 p.m.
/ $5
Featuring local hard rock bands Lord Ellis and The GoAways, plus comedian Gavin Smiley and others.
798-2492 /
darkarts66@gmail.com /
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North Coast Repertory Theatre
/ 8-10 p.m.
/ $18
/ $16 Students/Seniors
"In this charming and irreverent musical comedy, six awkward and neurotic spelling prodigies give it their all, so that one will be the final victor of the 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. Parental guidance suggested for ages under 13."
442-6278 /
northcoastrepertory@gmail.com /
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Dell'Arte's Carlo Theatre
/ 8-10 p.m.
/ Free
"In Dell'Arte International's "Character Project," eight young actor-creators transform into physical characters of their own devising, in a collage of richly imagined stories and worlds!"
668-5663 /
info@dellarte.com /
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Logger Bar
/ 9 p.m.-1 a.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
Silver Hammer celebrates the life and music of John Lennon on the anniversary of his death. Join us for a night of Beatles music and some solo Lennon material.
668-5000 /
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Savage Henry Comedy Club
/ 9-11 p.m.
/ $10
/ 18+
Sam Miller (Olympia), headlines a night of Oregon and Washington's funniest comedians. Rudy Tyburczy and Tylor Jones also come down and local stalwart Matt Redbeard also performs. Eugene's Great Grandfather of laughter Seth Milstein hosts.
845-8864 /
editor@savagehenrymagazine.com /
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Humboldt Brews
/ 9:30 p.m.
Humboldt County's most notable and reliable Pink Floyd tribute act.
826-2739 /
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Arcata Judo Hut
/ 9-9:45 a.m.
/ $5
/ $10 Friday Night Flips
Drop-In Gymnastics for youth, ages 15 months to 4 years.
822-7091 /
rec@cityofarcata.org /
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Om Shala Yoga
/ 9:15-10:15 a.m.
/ $9
This class is for all levels and those seeking a practice focusing on stretching, relaxation, and calming of the mind.
825-9642 /
info@omshalayoga.com /
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Red Lion Hotel
/ 9:30 a.m.
/ $8 Children (2-11)
/ $17 Adults & Children 12+
Come eat breakfast, decorate cookies and get your picture taken with Santa.
445-0844 /
misty.hiney@redlion.com /
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The MGC
/ 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Come join us in "filling" your stockings, and gift lists! We will have Santa here, and Sandy Petersons Photography to record the moment.
725-3300 /
ecooper@ervmgc.com /
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D Street Neighborhood Center
/ 10 a.m.-noon
/ $25
/ $31 non-resident
The Arcata Recreation Division and the All Seasons Orchestra invite you to get involved with this community orchestra. All Season Orchestra, open to all ages, offers seasonal performance opportunities throughout the year which are a pivotal part of this orchestra.
822-7091 /
rec@cityofarcata.org /
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Humboldt County Fairgrounds
/ 10 a.m.-10 p.m.
/ $12
/ $5 school skate
/ $8 kids
The Humboldt County Fair is proud to announce our new ownership of the Humboldt Ice Rink! We are excited to provide a new indoor home for the rink in Belotti Hall at the Fairgrounds in Ferndale.
humboldticerink@gmail.com /
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Arcata Judo Hut
/ 10-10:45 a.m.
/ $5
/ $10 Friday Night Flips
Drop-In Gymnastics for youth, ages 15 months to 4 years.
822-7091 /
rec@cityofarcata.org /
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See Event Description
/ 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
/ Free
Join us every Saturday on the Arcata Plaza to purchase the freshest gmo-free foods from across the county.
441-9999 /
info@humfarm.org /
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Arcata Community Center
/ 10:30 a.m.-noon
/ $15
/ $21 non-resident
Join friends for holiday crafts, games and sweets treats. Enjoy the excitement of creating an elaborate cookie and candy house.
822-7091 /
rec@cityofarcata.org /
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The Jefferson Project
/ 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
/ Free
Join RCEA on Saturday, December 8th to make Holiday Cards with LED lights!
269-1700 /
mmorehead@redwoodenergy.org /
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See Event Description
/ 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
This is a special bi-monthly cleanup due to a partnership with ECO Eureka and PacOut Green Team.
441-4206 /
ecoeureka@ci.eureka.ca.gov /
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The Sanctuary
/ noon-6 p.m.
/ $5
Open Lab is a time for community access to art-making resources, tools and facilities.
822-0898 /
info@sanctuaryarcata.org /
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Jacoby's Storehouse
/ noon-3 p.m.
Downtown Arcata has created many opportunities for your family to visit with Santa, all of these events are complimentary. Please be welcome to stay and enjoy all the beauty that our magical downtown historic Arcata has to offer throughout the holiday season.
822-4500 /
arcatamainstreet@gmail.com /
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Arcata Community Center
/ 1-2:30 p.m.
/ $15
/ $21 non-resident
Join friends for holiday crafts, games and sweets treats. Enjoy the excitement of creating an elaborate cookie and candy house.
822-7091 /
rec@cityofarcata.org /
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Arcata High School
/ 2-5 p.m.
/ $10
/ $10 General Admission
/ $8 Students/Seniors
/ $5 Opening Night Student Special
The Arcata Arts Institute presents Tom Stoppard’s Tony Award-nominated play Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead, directed by Melanie Zapper.
672-9361 /
mzapper@nohum.k12.ca.us /
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Eureka
/ 6 p.m.
Annual local tradition we're really proud of featuring big rigs covered in Christmas lights. Starts at Redwood Acres and makes a Harris Street to I Street to Seventh Street to Myrtle Street loop before ending where it began.
truckersparade@keka101.com /
See Event Description
/ 7-9 p.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
Single? Love trivia? Come meet some new friends at Arts & Drafts’ Cheesy Trivia Night!
798-6329 /
info@artsanddraftseureka.com /
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Eureka Theater
/ 7:30-8:30 p.m.
/ Free
The Dell’Arte Company’s annual holiday show tour, now in its 38th year, ushers in the festive season with an adaptation of Jules Verne’s Around the World in 80 Days; The timeless tale of friendship, adventure, and attempting the impossible.
668-5663 /
info@dellarte.com /
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The Griffin
/ 9 p.m.-1 a.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
Bring your dancin' shoes and groove to classic and contemporary R&B, hip and soul tunes!
lboogie@khsu.org /
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Bear River Casino Resort
/ 9 p.m.-1 a.m.
/ Free
/ 21+
Performing over 100 shows a year, Brad has become known as a smokin' hot Blues player who can rock the house all night long with the best of them.
733-9644 /
karlaramirez@bearrivercasino.com /
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