Family events in Eureka, CA

The classroom transforms into a cozy LEGO lounge devoted to creative building, offering a simple way to spend time with your kiddo before Friday Night Drop Off. Members attend at no cost, and participation is covered by admission.

Guided walking tours during Old Town Eureka’s Friday Night Markets explore Wiyot history and the importance of Tuluwat Island. Tours start at the Da Gou Rou Louwi’ Cultural Center and run about 30 to 45 minutes. William “Sonny” Frank IV leads each walk, sharing insight into local history, cultural restoration, and the enduring relationship between the Wiyot people and Tuluwat Island. Space is limited to 12 participants per tour, and advance registration is encouraged. Registration can be completed in person or by scanning a QR code. There are no tours on Juneteenth.

This drop-off evening at the museum gives children ages four to twelve time for unstructured play, a provided dinner, and a hands-on art or science project, along with additional activities. All participants must be potty trained. The format is drop-off with pickup at the end of the session.

This production presents an iconic musical that celebrates how our lives can be shaped by music, performed with a full orchestra and a community ensemble spanning generations. It runs across three weekends. Attendees are encouraged to allow extra time for parking so the show can begin promptly.

Rumble Over the Redwoods returns for a two-day hometown airshow on August 8-9, 2026. Expect exciting aerobatic displays, a lineup of performers, and family-friendly activities, with a special tribute to America’s 250th Anniversary. The event is hosted at California Redwood Coast-Humboldt County Airport.

Humboldt Flea Market brings a lively marketplace to the Arcata Community Center near HealthSport, with a wide mix of vintage treasures, collectibles, antiques, furniture, art, handmade and homemade goods, clothing, records, musical instruments, toys, pottery, and jewelry. Admission is $3, and kids get in free. Vendor spaces are available; for information call 707-572-6463.

Little Hands Big Art Summer Camp welcomes children ages 4 to 9 for a hands-on creative experience that blends upcycling with exploration of the natural world. Guided by local teaching artist Lela Annotto, who brings over 20 years of experience, campers work with found, repurposed, and natural materials to craft imaginative projects and turn everyday discoveries into art. Drawing inspiration from the Wonder Wagon, the program nurtures curiosity and playful making in a warm, encouraging setting. Tuition is $175 per student. Aftercare and scholarships are available, and the camp accepts families enrolled with Changing Tides Child Care Services.

Little Hands, Big Art is a youth art summer camp session for kids ages 4 to 9. It runs from August 10 through August 14 and focuses on hands-on creating using upcycled and nature-based materials, turning everyday wonders into whimsical art projects. The camp meets daily in the morning through early afternoon.

Get ready for a hands-on mural camp where young artists will collaborate to design and paint a large-scale mural from start to finish. Campers will go through the full mural process, from brainstorming themes and sketching layouts to mixing paint and painting on a big wall. It’s a great way to build teamwork skills while creating a public piece of art for the community to enjoy.

Designed for students in grades 6 through 8, this workshop invites young artists to explore street art and printmaking while learning techniques to develop their own original works. Taking cues from contemporary street artists, participants will use visual storytelling to express their ideas and perspectives. The program concludes with a student exhibition at the Youth Arts Gallery where family and friends can celebrate their creations. Cost is $200 for nonmembers and $180 for members, with optional pre or post class care available for $10.