Plan ahead - check out our list of annual events.
JANUARY
New Year’s Eve Gala at the Benbow Inn
FEBRUARY
Valentine's Weekend Mi Mochima - Feb 12th - 15th, 2026
Lost Coast Film Festival Feb 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th, 2026
MARCH
All County Chamber Mixer 2026
APRIL
MAY
54th Avenue of the Giants Marathon - Sun 5/3
Fireman’s Ball
JUNE
49th annual Summer Arts & Music Festival - Jun 20th-21st, 2026
Grasshopper Peak Run - Sat June 7th
Rodeo in the Redwoods - June 27th
Rodeo Parade - June 27th
JULY
4th of July
Northern Nights - July 17-19
Roll on the Mattole
Gyppo Pints for Non-Profits
AUGUST
Reggae on the River - Aug 14th-16th, 2026
SEPTEMBER
Redwood Rally - September 11 - 13th
Feast of Fields
Humboldt Hills Hoedown
Labor of Love Quilt Show
So Hum Classic Car Show
OCTOBER
Humboldt Redwoods Marathon - Oct. 11
Annual Halloween Festival - 10/31
NOVEMBER
Benbow Wine Auction
DECEMBER
Winter Arts Faire
Truck Parade
Humboldt Redwoods Marathon
The majestic redwoods along Avenue of the Giants are the backdrop for the Humboldt Redwoods Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K.
Visit the Humboldt Redwoods Marathon website for the latest updates and information.
Avenue of the Giants Marathon
The Avenue of the Giants Marathon, Half-Marathon and 5K are some of the most scenic courses in the country. Visit the race’s website for the most up to date information.
Northern Nights Music Festival
A 3-day celebration of music, art, food and local culture along the South Fork of the Eel River. Visit the Northern Nights website for up to date information.
Garberville Rodeo Parade
While Rodeo in the Redwoods has been postponed for now, the Garberville Rodeo will still be holding its annual rodeo parade! Visit the Southern Humboldt Community Park website and Garberville Rodeo page for important updates and info.
Cannabis Trail Cultural Landmark Installation
The Cannabis Trail Cultural Landmarks will be honoring The Hemp Connection in downtown Garberville for it’s pioneering efforts as the first hemp clothing store in the US.
Summer Arts & Music Faire
A beloved family friendly event featuring local arts and crafts, regional musicians, and food, beer and wine. For info, contact the Mateel Community Center at (707) 923-3368 or visit mateel.org
Hill Honey and the Wildcats at Gyppo
Live music continues at Gyppo Ale Mill with Hill Honey and the Wildcats, a seven piece, female fronted acoustic/electric ensemble.
Savannah Rose
Southern Humboldt natives Shelsea Savannah and Lindsay Rose play a mix of originals, folk, pop and country.
Bruce Taylor Music at Gyppo Ale Mill
Singer-songwriter Bruce Taylor is a lyrical poet and storyteller whose improvisational style and original music is inspired by the likes of Greg Brown, Todd Snider, John Prine and Steve Earle.
HOLUS BOLUS at Gyppo Ale Mill
Live music returns to Gyppo Ale Mill with multi-instrumentalist HOLUS BOLUS.