Aug
15
5:30 PM17:30
Fair Gala Preview
Preview the fair’s Flower House & enjoy live music, drinks and appetizers.
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Aug
16
to Aug 26
Humboldt County Fair
The oldest uninterrupted county fair in California is small-town Americana at its best!
Sep
9
7:00 AM07:00
Ferndale Concours on Main
See up to one hundred collectible vehicles on historic Main Street in this SCCA-sanctioned event
Sep
14
to Sep 16
Bargain Lovers' Weekend
Garage sales, sidewalk sales & barn sales: Shop 'til you drop during Ferndale's famous Bargain Lovers' Weekend!
Sep
15
8:00 AM08:00
Lost Coast Beer & Bocce Tournament
A full day of food, beer and bocce with live music at Firemen's Park in Ferndale.
Sep
22
10:00 AM10:00
Peoples & Steeples: Historic Churches of Ferndale
Tour Ferndale’s magnificent historic churches & related properties. Proceeds benefit Ferndale Museum.
Sep
28
to Oct 28
"Young Frankenstein" at Ferndale Rep
Comedy genius Mel Brooks adapts his famously funny film into a monster of musical comedy.
Oct
5
to Oct 7
North Coast Stand Down
Comprehensive support system for vets returning to civilian life. Humboldt County Fairgrounds.
Oct
12
5:30 PM17:30
8th Grade Halloween Carnival
Haunted house, carnival games, silent auction, and food for Ferndale Elementary's yearly 8th grade fundraiser.
Nov
9
to Nov 10
Fig Twig Holiday Market
Kick off holiday season shopping at the festive Fig Twig Holiday Market
Nov
21
to Dec 16
"A Christmas Story, The Musical" at Ferndale Rep
Musical based on the classic holiday movie about bespectacled boy Ralphie, who dreams of getting a BB gun for Christmas.
Nov
22
10:00 AM10:00
Community Thanksgiving Service
Members of Ferndale's six churches join together to give thanks in an ecumenical service at Assumption Church
Nov
30
5:00 PM17:00
Hospitality Night Open House
Lively block party on Main Street as Ferndale merchants serve up cheer along with free beverages and goodies until 9 p.m.
Dec
1
10:30 AM10:30
Santa Claus in Ferndale
St. Nick and his jolly elf bring bags of goodies for youngsters on Main Street.
Dec
1
to Dec 2
Christmas Celebration in Song
The Ferndale Community Choir performs an eclectic selection of sacred and inspiring music from across the centuries and around the world in this beloved annual holiday event.
Dec
2
4:00 PM16:00
Portuguese Linguica & Beans Dinner
Annual linguica and beans dinner featuring great food and friendliness on tree lighting night at Ferndale's Portuguese Hall.
Dec
2
5:30 PM17:30
Lighting of America's Tallest 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
7
5:00 PM17:00
Victorian Holidays
Enjoy a festive atmosphere of holiday shopping, dining, live music, costumes & activities every Friday night through Christmas.
Dec
14
5:00 PM17:00
Victorian Holidays
Enjoy a festive atmosphere of holiday shopping, dining, live music, costumes & activities Friday evenings until Christmas.
Dec
16
4:30 PM16:30
Christmas Lighted Tractor Parade
Holiday scenes on decorated tractors and tractor-drawn wagons parade up Main Street.
Dec
21
5:00 PM17:00
Victorian Holidays
Enjoy a festive atmosphere of holiday shopping, dining, live music, costumes & activities Fridays until Christmas (Dec. 7, 14 & 21), 5-9 pm.
Jan
25
to Feb 17
"Taking Steps" at Ferndale Repertory Theatre
An irascible tycoon and his family stay in an old Victorian, reportedly a haunted ex-brothel, in this comedy by Alan Ayckbourn.
Feb
17
12:00 PM12:00
Firemen's Games
Ferndale's volunteer firefighters compete in this fun, family-friendly event
Mar
9
6:00 PM18:00
Mar
10
12:00 PM12:00
Foggy Bottom Milk Run
Annual family run through farmlands to Main Street, conducted by Six Rivers Running Club.
Mar
15
to Apr 7
"Smokey Joe's Cafe" at Ferndale Rep
Tunes of legendary songwriters Jerry Leiber & Mike Stoller ("Hound Dog," Stand by Me," etc.) come to life in this rock & roll musical revue.
Apr
20
10:30 AM10:30
Apr
21
6:30 AM06:30
Apr
21
to Apr 28
Easter Choir Concerts
Encore Performances of the Ferndale Community Choir's 47th Annual Easter Concert.
May
3
to Jun 7
May
11
11:00 AM11:00
Sweet Memories Dessert Auction
Dessert auction and historic exhibit for the Ferndale Museum featuring baked goods and specialty items from over a century of celebrated bakers and cooks.
Jul
20
to Jul 23
Lost Coast Kennel Club Agility Trials & Barn Hunt
Dog agility trial and barn hunt at Humboldt County Fairgrounds.
Jul
14
9:00 AM09:00
Assumption Parish Rummage Sale
Annual rummage sale includes clothing, housewares, plants, household goods, furniture, and more.
Jul
13
to Jul 14
Jul
13
8:00 AM08:00
Assumption Parish Rummage Sale
Annual rummage sale at the Assumption Parish includes clothing, housewares, and more.
Jul
6
to Jul 8
The Lost Coast Kennel Club Dog Show
More than 500 entrants compete in The Lost Coast Kennel Club Show, AKC Licensed Dog Conformation & Obedience.
Jul
4
10:00 AM10:00
4th of July Parade & Fire Truck Rides
Ferndale volunteer firefighters celebrate independence with an old-fashioned treat for the kids: a free ride on a gleaming fire engine. Apply here.
Jun
14
to Jun 15
Graduation Ceremonies
Ferndale High School and Elementary School (8th Grade) graduation ceremonies.
Jun
8
to Jun 9
Humboldt Junkies Vintage Market
Vintage market and trailer rally with live music, food and vendors.
Jun
2
10:30 AM10:30
May
28
10:00 AM10:00
Memorial Day Celebration
Memorial Day Parade followed by solemn remembrance at historic Ferndale Cemetery
May
26
to May 28
Kinetic Sculpture Race
Wild and crazy people-powered sculptures traverse land, sand, and water from Arcata to Ferndale.
May
19
to May 20
Portuguese Holy Ghost Celebration
Celebrate the history of Portugal with dinners, dance, auction, and a Sunday parade to mass.
May
19
7:00 AM07:00
Bicycle Tour of the Unknown Coast
California's toughest and most scenic century bike ride, as well as 10-, 20-, and 50-mile courses.
May
12
9:00 AM09:00
Ferndale Lions 80th Anniversary Celebration
Join Ferndale Lions for a free open house featuring food, bounce house and vision and diabetes screening.
May
4
to Jun 4
Ferndale Rep Presents: Chicago
The bold, sexy musical about notoriety, celebrity, and human passion
Mar
29
7:00 PM19:00
Museum Film: "Working in the Woods, 1938"
The museum screens its latest motion picture, Working in the Woods, 1938, followed by 2014 documentary Familiar Faces, at The Old Steeple.
Mar
8
to Apr 1
Ferndale Rep Presents: Nunsense
A musical comedy with an all-female cast, perfect for Catholics and Protestants alike.
Mar
1
7:30 PM19:30
Chris Thomas King
The King of New Orleans Blues, Chris Thomas King, performs at The Old Steeple.
Feb
28
7:30 PM19:30
Feb
25
7:30 PM19:30
Feb
23
7:30 PM19:30
Feb
1
11:00 AM11:00
New Exhibits at Ferndale Museum
Ferndale Museum reopens with new exhibits, live music, raffles and treats.
Jan
25
to Feb 18
Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?
A modern tragicomedy... it's an unforgettable night with the most toxic marriage ever imagined!
Jan
20
7:30 PM19:30
Jan
14
7:30 PM19:30
Laurie Lewis & The Right Hands
GRAMMY winner Laurie Lewis performs at The Old Steeple in Ferndale, CA on January 14, 2018.
Dec
31
2:00 PM14:00
Gingerbread Mansion Holiday Tours
Victorian-era decorations, gingerbread houses and gifts immerse visitors in the spirit of the season.
Dec
9
7:30 PM19:30
Sourdough Slim with Robert Armstrong
Sourdough Slim and Robert Armstrong perform at The Old Steeple in Ferndale, CA on December 9, 2017
Dec
9
to Dec 16
Christmas Brass Bands
Brass bands stroll Main Street playing traditional Christmas favorites.
Dec
9
to Dec 10
Holiday Open House at Fern Cottage
Enjoy Fern Cottage all dressed up for the holidays, music, treats and more
Dec
1
6:00 PM18:00
Santa at Humboldt Trinity Real Estate
Pictures with Santa by Sandi Petersen Photography & Pay It Forward Project.