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ARMACK Music Holiday Tree & Wreath Sale

Arcata High School / 12:01 a.m.-11:59 p.m. / $35 / $130 Really nice tall trees / $65 Really Nice Trees / $35 Wreaths

Trees and wreaths.

825-2400 / cmoulton@nohum.k12.ca.us / Web site

Saturday Speaker Series: Jerry Rohde on “Northern Humboldt Indians”

Online / 2:30-3:30 a.m. / Free / Free Donations Excepted

Local historian Jerry Rohde presents “Northern Humboldt Indians,” the fifth volume in his series “History of Humboldt Peoples and Places.”

443-1947 / lelehnia@clarkemuseum.org / Web site

Moments in Contrast by Adam Taylor | Artist Meet & Greet at Tidal Gallery

See Event Description / 3:30-8:30 a.m. / Free

443-6000 / gallery@acgcinc.com /

Arcata Plaza Farmers' Market

Arcata Plaza / 9 a.m.-2 p.m. / Free

Music schedule inside. The Arcata Plaza Farmers’ Market is open every Saturday, year round, offering the freshest produce, meat, fish, cheese, eggs, bread, flowers, and more! Enjoy music and hot food vendors at this fun, family friendly event.

info@northcoastgrowersassociation.org / Web site

Craft booths

Central Station / 10 a.m. / Free

820-6383 / darwinmazur@icloud.com /

NorCal Collectors Expo

D Street Neighborhood Center / 10-5 a.m. / Free

Collectors rejoice! Northern California’s largest collectors show is happening December 7th at the D Street Neighborhood Center in Arcata, California.

822-7091 / rec@cityofarcata.org / Web site

Fire Arts Holiday Sale

Fire Arts Center / 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

It's our biggest sale of the year! Loads of functional and decorative ceramics and fused glass pieces for Holiday gifting!

826-1445 / director@fireartsarcata.com / Web site

Humboldt Artisans Crafts & Music Festival

Redwood Acres Fairgrounds / 10 a.m.-5 p.m. / $5 / Free Kids 12 & under, Seniors 65+

The festival features over 100 booths of handmade gifts by North Coast artisans and craftspeople.

humartscraftsmusic@gmail.com / Web site

Merry & Bright: Holiday Window Discovery Hunt

Downtown and Old Town Eureka / 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Discover wonderfully decorated winter window displays at participating businesses in Downtown and Old Town. Collect the “name” of each display and vote for your favorite design to receive a prize.

441-4187 / eurekamainstreet@eurekaca.gov / Web site

Beaded Earring Workshop at The Makers' Space

See Event Description / 10 a.m.-noon

Join local jewelry maker Lina Yates for a beginner-friendly beading class where you’ll learn how to create some beautiful and colorful beaded flower studs from seed beads.

382-2427 / seagoatmakerspace@gmail.com /

United Congreational Christian Church Holiday Craft Fair

See Event Description / 10 a.m.-4 p.m. / Free

Come check out local crafts from Artisans in our congregation and community.

445-5488 / office@unitedeureka.org / Web site

Arcata Plaza Farmers' Market

See Event Description / 10 a.m.-2 p.m. / Free

The Arcata Plaza Farmers' Market is open every Saturday, year round, offering the freshest produce, meat, fish, cheese, eggs, bread, flowers, and more! Enjoy music and hot food vendors at this fun, family friendly event.

441-9999 / info@northcoastgrowersassociation.org / Web site

Photos with Santa

Humboldt's Hometown Store / 10 a.m.-5 p.m. / $25

The sessions are approximately 15 minutes and are by appointment.

798-7707 / tsg.ferndale@gmail.com / Web site

Santa & Ellie the Elf on Main Street

Main Street, Ferndale / 10:30 a.m.-noon / Free

In a long-running Ferndale tradition, Santa Claus and his jolly elf Ellie arrive via fire truck to share Christmas spirit and hand-painted goodie bags for all the kids (while supplies last).

786-4477 / info@visitferndale.com / Web site

Mushroom ID Workshop

Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens / 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. / $75 / $65 Members

Naturalist and Mycologist, Mario Abreu will teach the basic taxonomic identifying features that distinguish mushrooms from each other.

964-4352 / administration@gardenbythesea.org / Web site

4th Annual Free Holiday Decoration Giveaway

Eureka Center for Spiritual Living / 11 a.m.-2 p.m. / Free

ECSL is asking for donations from the public as well as local businesses.

834-4090 / scottq@scottqmarcus.com / Web site

Salty Santa Boat Parade

Eureka Waterfront / 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Madaket, small boats, sail boats and tug boats will be decked out for a daytime parade! Expect a visit from Santa!

11th Annual Holidays in Trinidad

Trinidad Town Hall / 11 a.m.-5 p.m. / Free

Drive by the tennis court to see beautiful lights sponsored by local businesses and community members and down to the Harbor to see the Lighthouse Monument shining forth for the first time in almost a decade.

677-3655 / tcc@trinidadcivicclub.org / Web site

AIDS Quilt Panels at Cal Poly Humboldt Library

See Event Description / 11 a.m.-7 p.m. / Free

Two AIDS Quilt Panels will be displayed at Cal Poly Humboldt Library to commemorate the more than 700,000 U.S. lives lost to AIDS.

pmla1@humboldt.edu / Web site

Humboldt Paintball Community

See Event Description / 11 a.m.-5 p.m. / $40

Looking for an unforgettable adventure with friends? Forget the boring indoor parties – it's time to take it outside!

498-3835 / humpaintcommunity@gmail.com / Web site

Gifts in Space: Outer Space Arcata Winter Gift Fair

Outer Space / noon-5 p.m. / Free

Outer Space Arcata is hosting a cute winter gift pop-up!

outerspacearcata@gmail.com / Web site

Grow Your Own Oyster Mushrooms

Humboldt Unitarian Universalist Fellowship / noon-2 p.m. / $45

Come learn the methods of growing your own fresh oyster mushrooms. This hands-on class will cover easy and simple methods of oyster mushroom cultivation from start to finish.

444-3799 / fungaiafarm@gmail.com / Web site

Nature Crafts Discovery Day

Cal Poly Humboldt Natural History Museum / noon-4 p.m. / $6 / $3 members

Join us in making fun crafts and activities such as rock painting, leaf rubbings and pine cone creatures all inspired by nature.

826-4480 / natus@humboldt.edu / Web site

Nature Crafts Discovery Day

Cal Poly Humboldt Natural History Museum / noon-4 p.m. / $6 / $3 members

Join us for this Nature and Science Themed Discovery Day at the NHM. Explore, Play and Learn while making something special to take home and perhaps use as your holiday gift inspiration.

826-4480 / natus@humboldt.edu / Web site

Projector Drawing at the Library

Humboldt County McKinleyville Branch Library / noon-4:30 p.m. / Free

The Friends of the McKinleyville Library invite kids of all ages to enjoy our Trace and Draw light projectors.

839-4459 / mckhuml@co.humboldt.ca.us / Web site

An International Circus Affair

Carlo Theatre (Dell'Arte) / 1-2 p.m. / Free

Join Jeff Raz at Dell'Arte for a free reading of his new book: An International Circus Affair.

668-5663 / info@dellarte.com / Web site

Free DACA Renewal Training & Know Your Rights

Cal Poly Humboldt / 1-5 p.m. / Free / Free all

This session will guide you through the DACA renewal process and provide crucial insights into your rights and opportunities. Let’s navigate this journey together!

683-5293 / cyntia@cdpueblo.com / Web site

Free DACA renewal Training & Know Your Rights

Cal Poly Humboldt / 1-5 p.m. / Free / Free all

This session will guide you through the DACA renewal process and provide crucial insights into your rights and opportunities. Let’s navigate this journey together!

683-5293 / cyntia@cdpueblo.com / Web site

Puppet Show & Felting Workshop

The Makers' Space / 1:30-3:30 p.m. / $38 / Free Adult helper / $20 Adult Helper who would like to craft too!

Join Tiny House Theater and Madrone D’Ardenne at Sea Goat Farm Makers’ Space for a fun afternoon of puppetry and crafting!

382-2427 / seagoatmakerspace@gmail.com /

World AIDS Day, AIDS Memorial Quilt

North Of 4th / 2-8 p.m. / Free

More than 40 years after the first cases of HIV were reported in the United States, the AIDS crisis continues to take the lives of friends and loved ones.

530-722-5625 / Info@eurekasisters.org / Web site

Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella

Ferndale Repertory Theatre / 2-4 p.m. / $18 / $14 10+ Group Tickets / $16 Student / Senior / $18 General

Originally presented on television in 1957 starring Julie Andrews, Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella was the most widely viewed program in the history of the medium.

786-5483 / info@ferndalerep.org / Web site

Stocking Stuffer Holiday Market

Gene Lucas Community Center / 2-6 p.m. / Free

Free pictures with Santa. Free cookie decorating. Snow machine (weather permitting).

725-3300 / layla@glccenter.org / Web site

Holiday Wine & Cheese Samplefest at the Eureka Co-op

See Event Description / 3-6 p.m. / Free

Live sampling of over 30 exquisite wines and artisan cheeses.

443-6027 / info@northcoast.coop / Web site

Moments in Contrast by Adam Taylor | Artist Meet & Greet at Tidal Gallery

See Event Description / 3:30-8:30 p.m. / Free

443-6000 / gallery@acgcinc.com /

City of Blue Lake Holiday Parade, Tree Lighting & Community Dinner - ALL WELCOME!

Blue Lake Roller Rink / 4-8 p.m. / Free

Parade! Tree lighting! Dinner!

668-5655 / parksdirector@bluelake.ca.gov / Web site

"The Joy of Our Culture"

Morris Graves Museum of Art / 5-7 p.m. / Free / Free all

298-5069 / sharoncervantes1003@gmail.com / Web site

"The Joy of Our Culture"

Morris Graves Museum of Art / 5-7 p.m. / Free / Free all

This event showcases the inspiring stories of Indigenous migrant women working in Humboldt's tourism industry, including hotels and restaurants, as they reclaim and celebrate their cultural heritage.

442-0278 / sharoncervantes1003@gmail.com / Web site

Buddy Reed and th' Rip It Ups

Friends of Sound / 5-9 p.m.

Buddy at Arts Alive.

502-2565 / lostmindranch@gmail.com / Web site

FACES: Paintings by Jesse Wiedel

40° North Gallery / 6-9 p.m. / Free

A Face in the Cloud and other works by Jesse Wiedel at 40 Degrees North Gallery. Arts Alive opening reception.

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Humboldt County Historical Society Presents, "Secrets from the HCHS Attic"

See Event Description / 6-9 p.m. / Free / $12 2025 HCHS Calendars

The Humboldt County Historical Society will launch and sell our annual 2025 "Farmtastic" Calendars.

445-4342 / brandi@humboldthistory.org / Web site

The Card Show

The Epitome Gallery / 6-9 p.m. / Free

798-1541 / Web site

The Clarke Museum's Festival of Lights

Clarke Historical Museum / 6-9 p.m. / Free / Free Donations Excepted

443-1947 / admin@clarkemuseum.org / Web site

O Holy Worship Night

Faith Center Foursquare Church / 6 p.m. / Free

We will have special guest Jim Ranger on the team.

442-1784 / info@eurekafaithcenter.org / Web site

Sparkling Light Spectacular

Humboldt County Fairgrounds / 6-9 p.m. / $3 / $5 Suggested Donation per auto / $3 Suggested Donation for Walkers

The holidays just got BRIGHTER as the Humboldt County Fairgrounds announced its First Annual Driving and Walking Light Tour!

786-9511 / vendors@humboldtcountyfair.org / Web site

Ray Bevatori & Michael Curran

Gyppo Ale Mill / 6-8 p.m. / Free

Join us for a soulful evening with Ray Bevitori and Michael Curran, Shelter Cove's very own musical legends.

223-3443 / family@gyppo.com / Web site

Klamath Dam Removal Celebration

Arcata Theatre Lounge / 6:30 p.m. / $40

Join us for an inspiring evening to celebrate the historic removal of the Klamath River dams and the restoration of this vital waterway for salmon, Tribes, and communities! Music by Diggin' Dirt.

613-3030 / regina@californiasalmon.org. / Web site

Cal Poly Humboldt Percussion Ensemble, World Percussion Group, and Calypso Band

Fulkerson Recital Hall / 7:30 p.m. / $15 / Free Cal Poly Students with ID / $5 Children

The Department of Dance, Music, and Theatre at Cal Poly Humboldt presents Contemporary Music for Percussion performed by the Cal Poly Humboldt Percussion Ensemble.

826-3928 / mus@humboldt.edu / Web site

The Valiant Red Rooster

Arcata Playhouse / 7:30-9 p.m. / $15 / $40 Family / $10 kids

The Valiant Red Rooster returns to the Arcata Playhouse this December for TWO WEEKENDS of fun, laughter, and festive cheer.

822-1575 / info@arcataplayhouse.org / Web site

Randy Cordeiro Holiday Show

The Old Steeple / 7:30-10 p.m. / $18 / $20 door

This special holiday event will feature timeless Christmas classics and holiday favorites, drawing inspiration from legendary crooners like Andy Williams, Bing Crosby, and Frank Sinatra, promising a heartwarming evening for audiences of all ages.

786-7030 / ferndalemusic@yahoo.com / Web site

Eureka Symphony's Messiah Divine Inspiration Concert

Arkley Center For The Performing Arts / 7:30-10 p.m.

‘Divine Inspiration’ is an inspired rendition of Georg Friedrich Händel’s Messiah featuring guest soloists Clara Lisle (soprano), Sara Couden (contralto), David Powell (tenor), and Kevin Thompson (bass) along with the Eureka Symphony and Chorus.

845-3655 / EurekaSymphony@gmail.com / Web site

Dance Hits With 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!

668-9770 / Web site

The Game's Afoot by Ken Ludwig

North Coast Repertory Theatre / 8-10 p.m. / $20 / $18 Seniors/Students

Set in 1936, the play follows Broadway star William Gillette, world-renowned for his portrayal of Sherlock Holmes.

442-6278 / Web site

Swingo Domingo

Kaptain's Quarters / 8-11 p.m. / Free

"Songs reinterpreted in a fun swing format!"

798-1273 / Web site

Burlesque Karaoke: Krampus edition

The Miniplex at Richards' Goat Tavern / 8 p.m. / $15 / $20 day of show / 21+

A Krampus Christmas Carol for the end times, with host Darling Demoania!

630-5000 / info@miniplexevents.com / Web site

Brothers Comatose, Taylor Rae

Humboldt Brews / 8:30 p.m. / $28 / $23 Advance / 21+

Traditional bluegrass, country, rock-n-roll music and rowdy, rock concert-like shows.

826-2739 / Web site

Chris Durant

Savage Henry Comedy Club / 9-11 p.m. / $10

"Club owner Chris Durant, former fart joke magazine publisher and cop reporter for the last daily paper in the world is now got a big ol' head and thinks he can get a Netflix special."

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Templo

The Basement / 9 p.m.-12:30 a.m. / $5 / 21+

Come out and dance the night away to a variety of Latin, Afro and Tropical rhythms, featuring DJs Blancatron & Zero One.

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Arcane Artists: Wicked Winter

RampArt Skatepark / 9 p.m.-2:20 a.m. / $25 / $40 VIP / 21+

Its our 4th annual WICKED WINTER and it will be anything but cold at this heater of a show! The stage will be in Jack’s Sleigh, reindeer and all flying high in the air commanded by our headliner for the night, RoRoll, out of Los Angeles!

916-207-6208 / info@arcaneartistes.com / Web site

Buddy Reed and His Fabulous Rip it Ups

The Basement / 9-11:59 p.m.

Buddy's music is strictly for dancin', prancin', and romancin'. The Basement is an awsome venue, the best in town.

lostmindranch@gmail.com / Web site

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