This weekend in Eureka, CA

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 Grange #501 hosts a community flea market where vendors share handmade creations, direct sales goods, and pre-loved or repurposed finds. Depending on the weather, shopping and selling can take place both indoors and outdoors. Vendor options include an indoor table space for $25 that comes with an 8-foot table and chairs supplied by the Grange, with a limited number of spots that offer power, or an outdoor 10-by-10 space for $15 with no tables, chairs, or power provided. What no longer serves one person might become a great discovery for someone else.

The 3rd Annual Joe Kurtz Pickleball Tournament returns to Highland Park for an outdoor competition organized by HBPC. Additional details and registration information will be shared as the event gets closer.

Discover locally harvested fish and seafood from Humboldt County at this dockside market in Madaket Plaza. Browse a rotating selection of seasonal catches sourced from area fishers. EBT is accepted, and convenient on-site fillet services are available. The market welcomes participation from Humboldt commercial fishers and aquaculturalists, including those from Shelter Cove, Eureka, and Trinidad, along with Orick net fishers and Tribal fishers.

Catch Be Brave Bold Robot live at Kaptain's Quarters Taproom in Eureka. The show starts at 8:00 PM, featuring an indie folk lineup centered on the featured artist.

Runners and walkers gather at Madaket Plaza for the 11th Humboldt Bay Marathon, Half & 5K. The event features a full marathon, half marathon, and 5K with staggered starts, plus an early start option for the SlowAF Marathon. Registration is open.

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.

Community members can explore the vibrant rhythms of Brazilian percussion in welcoming classes designed to prepare participants for the 40th Anniversary Samba Parade at the Northcountry Fair. Beginners are encouraged, and no prior drumming or performance experience is required. Instruction builds skills step by step to boost confidence, and instruments are provided. Taking part in the parade is optional, so anyone interested in learning and playing is welcome. This is a community-driven program with a sliding scale of $15 to $20 per class or the option to register for the full series for $125. Student discounts and scholarships are available so no one is turned away for lack of funds. Sessions take place at HLOC The Space.