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This fall, something wild is taking over the redwoods—OktoBEARfest, a brand-new harvest-season celebration at Sequoia Park Zoo in Eureka. Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 11, 2025 from 4–7 p.m., and get ready for an adults-only evening of bears, brews, and science.
This fall, something wild is taking over the redwoods—OktoBEARfest, a brand-new harvest-season celebration at Sequoia Park Zoo in Eureka. Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 11, 2025 from 4–7 p.m., and get ready for an adults-only evening of bears, brews, and science.
Presented by Humboldt Cider Company, OktoBEARfest invites guests 21 and over to enjoy a reimagined zoo experience, complete with:
October marks the arrival of hyperphagia, a seasonal surge in foraging behavior that prepares bears and other wildlife for winter. In Humboldt County, that means black bears are out hunting for calorie-rich foods—including apples and berries found in gardens and orchards.
OktoBEARfest is more than a party—it’s an invitation to learn how we can live responsibly alongside native species. The Zoo’s animal care and education teams are crafting a fun, hands-on experience that connects guests with local wildlife and conservation efforts.
Sequoia Park Zoo, founded in 1907, holds the title of California’s oldest zoo—and one of the smallest accredited by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA). That AZA designation places it among the nation’s most respected institutions for animal welfare and conservation standards.
Home to over 150 animals representing more than 50 species, the Zoo includes interactive exhibits like:
Admission also includes access to one of Eureka’s most stunning experiences: the Redwood Sky Walk.
Suspended 100 feet above the forest floor, the Redwood Sky Walk is one of the most breathtaking aerial trails in the country. Voted the #1 Aerial Adventure Park in the U.S. by USA Today readers, this network of bridges and platforms winds through the upper canopy of Sequoia Park Forest, offering visitors a new way to experience California’s iconic redwoods.
It’s also wheelchair- and stroller-accessible, with interpretive signage along the route that covers wildlife, plant life, and Wiyot cultural history.
📅 Date: Saturday, October 11, 2025
⏰ Time: 4:00–7:00 PM
📍 Location: Sequoia Park Zoo
– 3414 W Street, Eureka, CA
🎟️ Tickets: $25 per person | Get yours here
🍽️ Food & drinks available for purchase
🚫 Age 21+ only | Valid government-issued ID required
Extend your stay and explore the full beauty of Sequoia Park—67 acres of trails, gardens, duck ponds, and meadows that surround the zoo. Then wander over to Old Town Eureka for dinner, art galleries, and evening walks along the bay.
Whether you’re here for the science, the cider, or the spectacular redwoods, OktoBEARfest is your chance to experience one of Humboldt’s most beloved landmarks in a whole new light.
