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McKinleyville Community Choir
2025-12-21 15:00 - 17:00 UTC | Azalea Hall, 1620 Pickett Rd., McKinleyville, CA, 95519, United States
This free concert is open to all
Note : Donations are gladly accepted

Classic Holiday: National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation
2025-12-20 19:00 - 22:00 | Eureka Theater, 612 F St., Eureka, Eureka, CA, 95501, United States
Eureka Theater presents a special screening of NATIONAL LAMPOON’S CHRISTMAS VACATION.
Join Clark Griswold and his family as he plans the perfect “old-fashioned family Christmas” and everything that can go wrong, does. This comedy classic is packed with more laughs than Clark has strands of lights on his house. Relive every quotable moment, from the jelly of the month club to the squirrel in the tree, on the big screen.
And the holiday fun does not stop there. Santa Claus is making a special return visit for this screening! He will be stopping by with free candy canes and hot chocolate for everyone.
$10 Adults/ $5 Kids 12 and under

Zoo Lights at Sequoia Park Zoo presented by City of Eureka
2025-12-20 17:00 - 2026-01-04 20:00 | Sequoia Park Zoo, 3414 W Street, Eureka, CA, 95501, United States
Zoo Lights is an illuminated, directional pathway through the Zoo that features holiday displays, a beautifully lit Redwood Sky Walk, and Humboldt’s tallest living holiday tree.
Sequoia Park Zoo will be hosting Zoo Lights extended hours every night (except Christmas!) December 20, 2025 through January 4, 2026 from 5:00pm-8:00pm.
Admission is $5 per person. Tickets may be purchased at the Zoo ticket booth. Details at redwoodzoo.org
Please note: No Zoo Lights on Christmas Day, December 25, 2025

Beginners Sourdough Class
2025-12-20 17:00 - 18:00, 2025-12-09 17:00 - 18:30 | Carl Johnson Company, 3950 Jacobs Ave, Eureka, CA, 95501, United States
Sourdough making

North Coast Dance "The Nutcracker"
2025-12-20 14:00 - 2025-12-21 16:00, 2025-12-19 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-13 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Arkley Center for Performing Arts, 412 G St, Eureka, CA, 85501, United States
Local ballet production. A holiday tradition.

Holiday Matinee: Home Alone
2025-12-20 14:00 - 16:30 | Eureka Theater, 612 F St., Eureka, Eureka, CA, 95501, United States
The votes are in and the people have spoken! The ultimate holiday comedy for a family matinee, and Eureak Theater is delighted to deliver the classic family film HOME ALONE. Get ready to cheer for Kevin McCallister as he defends his house from the Wet Bandits in this hilarious and heartwarming holiday riot. Eureka Theater is making this screening an event for the whole family. Thanks to the generous Humboldt Mortgage Company, kids under 12 get in for FREE! As a special holiday surprise, Santa Claus himself will be stopping by with free hot chocolate and candy canes for everyone. Adults $10
Note : Kids under 12 are FREE

Kids Cookie Decorating Class (Christmas theme)
2025-12-19 17:30 - 19:00 | Carl Johnson Company, 3950 Jacobs Ave, Eureka, CA, 95501, United States
Kids Cookie Making

Christmas Caroling
2025-12-18 18:30 - 20:00 | Grace Baptist Church, 220 Buhne St., Eureka, CA, 95501, United States
Join for neighborhood Christmas caroling and treats

Christmas caroling
2025-12-18 17:30 - 19:30 | Presbyterian Church parking lot, J & 14th Streets to carpool, Eureka, CA, 95501, United States
Christmas caroling in Eureka

Cookie Decorating Class (Christmas Theme)
2025-12-16 17:30 | Carl Johnson Company, 3950 Jacobs Ave, Eureka, CA, 95501, United States
Cookie Decorating

Before Christmas / After Christmas sale
2025-12-16 10:00 - 2025-12-24 17:00 | Carl Johnson Company, 3950 Jacobs Ave, Eureka, CA, 95501, United States

"Blue Christmas" worship service
2025-12-14 19:00 - 20:15 | First Presbyterian Church, 819 - 15th Street, Eureka, CA, 95501, United States
A worship service for wholeness and healing; includes communion

Advent Organ Concert
2025-12-14 16:00 - 17:00 | Christ Episcopal Church, 625 15th St, Eureka, CA, 95501, United States
A special concert of music for the Advent Season will be offered by organist David Schofield on the Kegg Pipe Organ and Christ Episcopal Church.

McKinleyville Community Choir Winter/Holiday concert
2025-12-14 15:00 - 17:00 | Grace Good Shepherd Church, 1450 Hiller Rd., McKinleyville, CA, 95519, United States
Free musical concert
Note: “Goodies” served. Donations are welcomed.

Holiday Essential Cinema: It's a Wonderful Life
2025-12-13 19:00 - 22:00 | Eureka Theater, 612 F St., Eureka, Eureka, CA, 95501, United States
Eureka Theater invites you to a special screening of the holiday favorite, IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE.
Frank Capra’s masterpiece is more than a movie; it’s a reminder of the value of every single life. Join George Bailey on his profound journey and rediscover why this story of hope, community, and second chances has resonated for generations. It’s the perfect way to slow down and soak in the true spirit of the season.
Gather your friends and family to share this beautiful story together.
$10 Adults/ $5 Kids under 12

Truckers Parade Watch Party
2025-12-13 18:00 - 21:00 | First Presbyterian Church, 819 - 15th Street, Eureka, CA, 95501, United States
Best seat in the house (inside or outside) to watch the parade. Activities for kids. Cookies, coffee, hot chocolate. Plenty of room to come in from the rain.

Blue Christmas Service
2025-12-13 13:00 - 14:00 | Chapel of Our Merciful Saviour, corner of 15th and G Streets, Eureka, CA, 95501, United States
For many, the holiday season can be a bittersweet time, where moments of joy are shadowed by feelings of grief, loneliness, or distress. As the world celebrates the birth of Christ, Christ Church also recognizes and honors the grief carried by those whose relationships have been altered or lost through death or other forms of separation. Christ Church offers this special communal worship service for all who are grieving, suffering loss, and seeking a liturgy that speaks to their pain.

"Sew Happy Weekend" with Lavender Rose Fabrics
2025-12-12 10:00 - 2025-12-14 15:00 | Red Lion Hotel, 1929 4th St, Eureka, CA, 95501, United States
Join Lavender Rose Fabrics December 12-14, 2025 for a festive weekend of sewing and fun, surrounded by other creatives at the Red Lion Hotel in Eureka, Calif.
$100 for the 3 day event
(or $40 for a single day rate)
-Work on your own UFOs 🛸
-Fun Holiday Christmas Tree “Make & Take” project included!
-Shopping @ LRF on-site with a generous discount!
-Food is not included.
-ALL skill levels welcome!
*You must have your own sewing machine and basic understanding of how it works*
Event hours:
Friday 10 AM to 9 PM
Saturday 10 AM to 9 PM
Sunday 10 AM to 3 PM
Call Patty to get your name on the list at (530) 945-2770.

10th Annual Humboldt Holiday Food Drive
2025-12-11 15:00 - 18:00 | Safeway, 2555 Harris St, Eureka, CA, 95503, United States
Sen. McGuire’s annual event to raise food and funds for Food for People, Humboldt County’s food bank, in partnership with KHUM, North Coast News, and local high school students.
Note : Donate today at foodforpeople.org

McKinleyville Community Choir
2025-12-07 15:00 - 17:00 | Trinidad Town Hall, 409 Trinity Street, Trinidad, CA, 95570, United States
Winter/Holiday concert
Note: Refreshments will be available. Donations gladly accepted

Holiday Recipe Exchange
2025-12-07 12:00 - 15:00 | Adorni Community Center, 1011 Waterfront Dr., Eureka, CA, 95501, United States
❄Share the flavors that make the season bright! Join Eureka Community Services for a FREE Holiday Recipe Exchange! ❄
Do you love holiday baking? Or maybe you are famous for that one dish you always bring to the holidays? Bring your favorite recipe (or two, or three) to exchange with fellow recipe enthusiasts! Enjoy holiday music and some tasty samples, and kids can check out the craft table to make a holiday craft!
🎄When: Sunday, December 7 12PM – 3PM
🎄Where: Adorni Community Center (1011 Waterfront Dr., Eureka)
🎄Who: All Ages
Anyone is welcome to stop by this event! If you are interested in reserving a table to display your recipe and distribute samples, please fill out the registration form available here: bit.ly/RecipeExchangeRegister
Registration is NOT required to attend this event, but will reserve a space at a table, a sign for your recipe, and copies of your recipe to distribute. Registration is free and is first come, first served with a limited number of spaces available. Paper copies of registration forms are available at the Adorni Community Center.
Questions? Contact Catherine Cunningham at ccunningham@eurekaca.gov or (707) 441-4370

The Advent Event
2025-12-07 11:15 - 13:00 | First Presbyterian Church, 819 - 15th Street, Eureka, CA, 95501, United States
An arts workshop with holiday crafts and activities for all ages

Ink People Artists' Challenge
2025-12-06 18:00 - 21:00 | Two Street Art Lab, 527 2nd Street, Eureka, CA, 95501, United States
The Ink People’s Artists’ Challenge is back for 2025! Over 20 Humboldt County artists rose to the challenge last month, each creating a dozen all new works of art! Show opens for Arts Alive, December 6th – come look at 200+ gorgeous works of art, and maybe even bring one home.
Note : Art will be sold straight off the walls to buyers – great for holiday shopping, but come check it out before it’s gone!

TubaChristmas
2025-12-06 13:00 - 13:45 | Old Town Gazebo, 2nd & F St, Old Town Eureka, Eureka, 95501, United States
Tubas and euphoniums join together for a Christmas sing-along for the 37th annual TubaChristmas

Cozy Country Christmas
2025-12-06 12:00 - 14:00 | Eureka First Baptist Church, 422 Del Norte Street, Eureka, CA, 95519, United States
Eureka First Baptist Church will be hosting its annual Women’s Christmas Tea on Saturday, December 6. This year’s theme is “Cozy Country Christmas” and includes lunch and a program, starting at noon. Space is limited, so if you are interested in tickets (suggested donation of $10 each), please contact the church office at (707) 443-0406 for more information.

5th Annual Free Decoration and Toy Giveaway
2025-12-06 11:00 - 14:00 | 239 Buhne Street, Eureka, CA, 95501, United States
If you need decorations, just come by and take what you need. No payment required. This year, we’re also including toys.
If you’d like to donate: We are accepting donations of all faiths. Please drop them off Sunday, November 30 from 11AM to 1PM or Monday, December 1 or Wednesday, December 3 from 1PM to 3PM; or Friday, December 5 from 10AM to 2PM. (Other drop off periods can be arranged.)
Decorations and toys should be clean, usable, and in good working order.
