May
30
to Jun 22
Jun
14
8:00 AM08:00
Jun
14
12:00 PM12:00
Jun
21
12:00 PM12:00
Opening Day @ Ferndale Farmer's Market
A new Saturday market opens at Ferndale Family Farms.
Jun
29
12:00 PM12:00
Pride Festival
Celebrate Pride Month in Ferndale with community, music, food, vendors and more.
Jul
4
to Jul 6
Lost Coast Kennel Club 23rd Annual All-Breed Show
The Lost Coast Kennel Club’s talented dogs and handlers return to the Humboldt County Fairgrounds!
Jul
4
12:00 PM12:00
4th of July Parade
Ferndale fire trucks and patriotic floats and vehicles parade down Main Street at noon.
Jul
11
to Jul 12
Jul
17
to Jul 20
Lost Coast Kennel Club Agility Trials & More
The Lost Coast Kennel Club’s talented dogs and handlers return to the Humboldt County Fairgrounds!
Jul
26
3:00 PM15:00
Summer Youth Theatre Workshop
Young performers will experience the full magic of putting on a show, Annie Kids, from start to finish!
Aug
16
to Aug 24
Humboldt County Fair
One of California’s longest-running fairs, the Humboldt County Fair is small-town Americana at its best.
Sep
5
to Sep 28
Sep
12
to Sep 14
Bargain Lovers’ Weekend
Garage sales, sidewalk sales & barn sales: Shop 'til you drop during Ferndale's famous Bargain Lovers' Weekend!
Sep
25
to Sep 27
Oct
1
to Oct 31
Frightfully Fun 2025
Visit Ferndale in October for a whole month of special events, from historic cemetery tours to our Monster Mash Block Party, haunted Scaregrounds, family-friendly Spooktacular, live music and more!
Oct
17
to Nov 2
Nov
28
to Dec 21
Dec
5
5:00 PM17:00
Hospitality Night
Main Street merchants stay open late the first Friday in December to serve up holiday cheer to patrons.
Dec
7
5:30 PM17:30
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.
Dec
21
4:30 PM16:30
Lighted Tractor Parade
Holiday scenes on decorated tractors and tractor-drawn wagons parade up Main Street.
Apr
3
to Apr 26
‘Sherwood: The Adventures of Robinhood’ @ Ferndale Rep
The 2025-2026 Ferndale Rep season continues!
May
29
to Jun 28
Jun
13
6:30 PM18:30
Movie Night @ Ferndale Library
Movie night returns at the Ferndale Library with “Cool Runnings”!
Jun
7
11:00 AM11:00
Ferndale Pet Parade
Costumed pets and kids parade down Main Street to Firemen's Park for prizes.
Jun
7
10:00 AM10:00
Jun
6
to Jun 8
North Coast Open Studios
Artists around Humboldt County open their creative spaces to the public for free!
Jun
6
to Jun 8
Portuguese Holy Ghost Celebration
The Eel River Valley Portuguese Hall Association hosts its traditional festa for the 101st year, with festivities planned Friday evening through Sunday.
Jun
6
5:00 PM17:00
Portuguese Street Fair
Come experience a Portuguese cultural street fair as part of the Ferndale Portuguese Hall Association’s annual Holy Ghost Celebration!
Jun
1
8:00 AM08:00
May
31
12:00 PM12:00
Grand Opening of Lost Coast Spinnery
Sponsored by the Ferndale, Fortuna and Loleta Chambers of Commerce.
May
26
1:00 PM13:00
Kinetic Grand Championship
Wild and crazy people-powered sculptures traverse land, sand, and water from Arcata to Ferndale.
May
26
10:00 AM10:00
Memorial Day Observance
Memorial Day Parade followed by solemn remembrance at historic Ferndale Cemetery.
May
17
7:30 PM19:30
Nellie McKay @ The Old Steeple
Nellie McKay’s latest work taps into the soulful sounds of West Virginia.
May
10
6:00 PM18:00
Night at the Museum: Sweet Memories from the Past 2025
A night to honor the women of the Eel Valley, their stories and their sweets.
May
9
3:00 PM15:00
Ivanhoe Ribbon Cutting
Join the Ferndale Chamber of Commerce to celebrate the re-opening of the Ivanhoe restaurant under new ownership!
May
6
6:30 PM18:30
Screening: "Free for All - The Public Library"
“This film tells the great story of the quiet rebels who built a civic space where everything is free, and the doors are open to all.”
May
3
6:00 PM18:00
Apr
29
7:30 PM19:30
Apr
26
7:00 PM19:00
Duchess Burlesque Presents Two-Tone Tease @ Ferndale Rep
“Our style of burlesque is choreography heavy, with the spirit of old school glam.”
Apr
26
to Apr 27
Second Annual Ferndale Oddities Market
“A curated lineup of vendors selling hand made wares, a cast of curious creatures, music, entertainment, and libations!”
Apr
19
10:30 AM10:30
Apr
19
8:30 AM08:30
Easter Photos on Main Street
Celebrate the season with a charming Easter photo session hosted by the Shootin’ Gallery!
Apr
13
12:00 PM12:00
Apr
12
7:00 PM19:00
Apr
12
to Apr 13
Fair Curve Farm Plant Sale
“A 2-day event featuring high-quality, Certified Organic vegetable, herb, and flower nursery starts for your home garden!”
Apr
5
9:30 AM09:30
Hike & Sketch: Ferndale
Learn fresh drawing techniques in a fun, non-judgmental setting.
Apr
1
to Apr 30
Baskets of Sunshine Giveaway
Six goodie baskets will be located at various Main Street shops and eateries throughout the month of April.
Mar
30
7:30 PM19:30
Mar
29
2:00 PM14:00
Luciano Marazzo: Sacred Pampas and Preludes (Solo Classical Guitar)
“Luciano Marazzo, an Argentine classical guitarist and lyric tenor, is celebrated for his dynamic artistry and commitment to collaborative performance.”
Mar
28
to Apr 20
‘Steel Magnolias’ @ Ferndale Rep
Ferndale Repertory Theatre presents “Steel Magnolias” March 28-April 20, 2025.
Mar
22
12:00 PM12:00
Mar
19
to Apr 9
Inclusive Chair Yoga (Wednesdays)
Improve your mobility and learn breathing techniques to help relax or energize you!