10th Annual Humboldt Holiday Food Drive
2025-12-11 15:00 - 18:00 UTC | 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

"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.

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

"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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

longest night of the calendar year
2025-12-21 16:00 - 21:00 | Eureka First Baptist Church, 422 Del Norte Street, Eureka, CA, 95519, United States
While the world glows with holiday cheer, some ache from loss or pain in their lives. Eureka First Baptist Church’s Longest Night Service offers a moment to stop and grieve, reflect, and hope for the days ahead. On the longest night of the calendar year, we remember who God is and that He is with us even in the dark.Join on Sunday, December 21 at 4 PM, at 422 Del Norte Street in Eureka. Please contact the church office at (707) 443-0406 for more information.

The Longest Night
2025-12-21 18:30 - 19:30 | 1685 Union Street, Eureka, CA, 95501, United States
The Longest Night Service will provide a space for grief, sorrow, and lament for those who have experienced loss during this year (or previous years). During times of celebration and gatherings with family and friends, loss is felt most keenly. The Longest Night Service will be an opportunity to name those losses before God through song, prayer, and readings. Childcare will available for children 0-10.

Holiday Meal Distribution
2025-12-22 14:00 - 17:00 | Jefferson Community Center, 1000 B ST, Eureka, CA, 95501, United States
Meal, Grocery, Toys and Resource distribution event just in time for the holidays.

Cookie Decorating Class
2025-12-22 17:30 - 19:00 | Carl Johnson Company, 3950 Jacobs Ave, Eureka, CA, 95501, United States

Holiday Blood Drive
2025-12-24 09:00 - 13:00 | 619 2nd Street, Eureka, CA, 95501, United States
Join us in saving lives by donating blood on our bloodmobile

Christmas Eve Service
2025-12-24 14:00 - 15:00 | 1685 Union Street, Eureka, CA, 95501, United States
All are welcome to join the Town Church family in celebration of the birth of Jesus on Christmas Eve. The Incarnation will be remembered in a traditional manner with readings, singing Christmas carols, and lighting the Advent Wreath candles. Bring your family and friends to remember the beautiful story of Christmas together.

Christmas Eve Candlelight Services
2025-12-24 14:00 - 18:00 | Faith Center, 1032 Bay St., Eureka, CA, 95501, United States
Join Faith Center Foursquare Church for a one-hour service that incorporates musical worship, a Bible-based message, and a beautiful candle lighting. All ages, together in the Sanctuary!
Service Times: 2pm | 3:30pm | 5pm

Christmas Eve and Christmas Day services at Christ Episcopal Church
2025-12-24 16:00 - 23:30 | Christ Episcopal Church, 625 15th St, Eureka, CA, 95501, United States
December 24, Christmas Eve: Family Service at 4 PM and The Feast of Christ Mass at 10 PM. Musical Prelude followed by Festival Holy Eucharist at 10:30 PM
