The Sadies with Jenny Don’t and The Spurs
The Sadies have been astonishing audiences for 30 years with their earthy arsenal of roots music, country, spaghetti western, surf, garage rock, psychedelia, and alt rock.
Ferndale Museum Grand Reopening
This “Night at the Museum” will celebrate friendship and include wine, desserts and snacks.
Firemen’s Games
Ferndale's volunteer firefighters compete in this fun, family-friendly event
Wild Sisters Book Company Reading Retreat
Library/bookstore tours, junk journaling, bookish workshops, and so much more!
Alash @ The Old Steeple
Alash are masters of Tuvan throat singing, a remarkable technique for singing multiple pitches at the same time.
‘Sherwood: The Adventures of Robinhood’ @ Ferndale Rep
The 2025-2026 Ferndale Rep season continues!
Fair Curve Farm Plant Sale
Certified Organic nursery plants including vegetables, herbs, and annual flowers.
Fair Curve Farm Plant Sale
Certified Organic nursery plants including vegetables, herbs, and annual flowers.
Portuguese Holy Ghost Celebration
Parade to 10:30am mass at Assumption Church, followed by noon lunch and silent auction at Portuguese Hall.
Memorial Day Observance
Memorial Day Parade followed by solemn remembrance at historic Ferndale Cemetery.
Kinetic Grand Championship
Wild and crazy people-powered sculptures traverse land, sand, and water from Arcata to Ferndale.
Pet Parade
Costumed pets and kids parade down Main Street to Firemen's Park for prizes.
Lost Coast Kennel Club All-Breed Shows, Obedience and Rally
The Lost Coast Kennel Club’s talented dogs and handlers return to the Humboldt County Fairgrounds!
4th of July Parade
Ferndale fire trucks and patriotic floats and vehicles parade down Main Street at noon.
Lost Coast Kennel Club Agility Weekend
The Lost Coast Kennel Club’s talented dogs and handlers return to the Humboldt County Fairgrounds!
Humboldt MXTRN Hopper
A unique cycling experience that’s more about self-discovery and resilience than simply crossing a finish line.
Bargain Lovers’ Weekend
Garage sales, sidewalk sales & barn sales: Shop 'til you drop during Ferndale's famous Bargain Lovers' Weekend!
Frightfully Fun 2026
Visit Ferndale in October for a whole month of spookily special events!
Hospitality Night
Main Street merchants stay open late the first Friday in December to serve up holiday cheer to patrons.
Santa and Ellie the Elf Visit Main Street
A free photo opportunity for kids and families.
Lighted Tractor Parade
Holiday scenes on decorated tractors and tractor-drawn wagons parade up Main Street.
Humboldt Gamer Festival
2-Day Gamer Festival featuring both local and regional vendors of all things Video Games, TCG, and Collectibles!
Tim O’Brien and Jan Fabricius Live at The Old Steeple
The original songs on their new release Paper Flowers offer tangible proof of a deep collaboration.
New Year’s Eve @ Village Pub
Put on your best suit/dress and join us for music and dancing with Noir, appetizer buffet, and a champagne toast.
Lighted Tractor Parade
Holiday scenes on decorated tractors and tractor-drawn wagons parade up Main Street.
Polenta & Stew Dinner
Prepared by the Vevoda family. Proceeds benefit the Assumption Catholic Church.
Festive Holiday Shopping With Live Music
Enjoy the Scotia Brass Band on Main Street, Saturday afternoons in December.
Night at the Museum With Music, Art & Ugly Sweaters
Join the Ferndale Museum for a fun get-together featuring live music, refreshments, and a scavenger hunt.
Wreaths Across America
Veterans’ graves are adorned with live wreaths after a brief ceremony.
Festive Holiday Shopping With Live Music
Enjoy the Scotia Brass Band on Main Street, Saturday afternoons in December.
Ferndale Fire Department Special Santa
Ferndale Volunteer Fire Department welcomes children and adults on the autism spectrum.
Lighting of America’s Largest Living Christmas Tree
The whole town turns out for a tree lighting ceremony to rekindle the Christmas spirit, then gathers over free cookies and cocoa, in this Ferndale tradition since 1934.
Portuguese Linguica & Beans Dinner
Annual linguica and beans dinner featuring great food and friendliness on tree lighting night.
Festive Holiday Shopping With Live Music
Enjoy the Scotia Brass Band on Main Street, Saturday afternoons in December.
Ferndale Fire Company 3 Turkey Shoot
Roll the dice for a chance to win a delicious ham, turkey, or chicken while raising money for a good cause.
Hospitality Night
Main Street merchants stay open late the first Friday in December to serve up holiday cheer to patrons.
Ribbon Cutting: West Farthing
This alluring new space is filled with carefully curated vintage pieces, handcrafted goods, whimsy, and so much more.
