Arts Alive
Join us for Arts Alive, a monthly celebration of art, culture, and community in Old Town Eureka, held on the first Saturday of every month from 6–9 p.m.
Experience the energy of Old Town as galleries, museums, theaters, bars, and restaurants stay open late, filling the streets with art, live music, performances, and creative pop-ups. Stroll from space to space, meet local artists, and enjoy great food, drinks, and entertainment along the way.
Whether you’re a longtime art lover or just looking for a fun night out, Arts Alive is the perfect way to experience the creativity and charm of Eureka.
Check out our Blogs to see each month’s list of artists, musicians, and performers! View Map
2026
January | February | March | April | May | June | Note: Eureka Main Street will not be hosting Arts Alive in July due to the 4th of July Festivities.
Pre-Market Shoppy Hour
Shoppy Hour is the perfect way to kick off your market evening! From 3:30–5:30 PM, enjoy special discounts, prize drawings, demos, and other fun incentives at participating businesses before the market begins. Beat the crowds, take advantage of easy early parking, and explore your favorite brick-and-mortar shops during market set-up before heading out to enjoy the festivities.
Participating Businesses:
Belle Starr Clothing (405 2nd Street)- Weekly rotating discounts, BOGOs, and freebies!
Blue Ox Boutique (515 2nd Street) - Enjoy 10% off store-wide when you spend $50 or more. The sale does not apply to sale racks or any of our consignment vendors.
Good Relations (329 2nd Street) Discounted items throughout the store.
Humboldt Herbals (300 2nd Street) - Every purchase between 3:30 and 5:30 receives a free entry to win a weekly $50 gift certificate (one given away each week).
Piccola (213 F Street) - 20% off any non-sale items from 3-5 p.m.
Ramone’s Bakery & Cafe (209 E Street) - 15% off from 3 p.m. to closing.
Sisters Clothing Collective (328 2nd Street) - Every week will be something different! Tune into our social media to find out!
Talisman Beads (214 F Street) - Weekly demos. Every week will be different. Each week, we will teach you a new skill.
The Bodega (215 F Street) - Different weekly specials, follow along on our IG @thebodegahumboldt to check it out!
Eureka Summer Concert Series
The Eureka Summer Concert Series is a favorite of many and a fun time for all! Local and traveling bands are scheduled to play every Thursday from 6-8pm at Madaket Plaza for ten weeks throughout the summer season. This free event is family-friendly. You are encouraged to bring a chair, enjoy a tasty meal from one of the food trucks, and groove to the music!
June 11: Fargo Brothers- (Rhythm & Blues)
June 18: Citizen Flannel- (90’s Hits)
June 25: Undercovers- (80’s hits)
July 2: Disturbing the Peace- (Classic Rock)
July 9: One of These Nights- (Eagles Tribute Band)
July 16: Monument Road- (Country)
July 23: LC Diamonds- (Classic hits)
July 30: Tom Rigney & Flambeau- (Cajun Zydeco)
August 6: Soul Circus- (Funk Fusion)
August 13: Roses & Guns- (Gun & Roses Tribute Band)
The Eureka Summer Concert Series is organized by Bicoastal Media and Eureka Main Street.
Presenter Sponsor- Coast Central Credit Union
Major Sponsors- Shafer’s Ace Hardware, Humboldt’s Premium, Poletski’s, Traci Day State Farm, Blue Lake Casino, Curry Leaf Restaurant,
Premium Sponsors- Ultimate Yogurt/Sun Spa Tanning, Northern United Humboldt Charter Schools, Roto Rooter Humboldt, North Coast Jewelers, Sweetheart Motors
Regular Sponsors- Red Lion, Kramer Investments, Compass Community Credit Union
Food Truck and booth sponsors—Patino’s, Pupuseria San Miguel, and Taco Town Fruteria.
Eureka's 4th of July Festival
Eureka’s 4th of July Festival takes place along several blocks of Old Town. This year’s celebration will be bigger and more festive than ever, marking the 250th anniversary of American independence and the 170th anniversary of the City of Eureka.
The family-friendly festival features local vendors, food, crafts, kids’ activities, community booths, and live music on multiple stages throughout the day. The celebration continues into the evening with a fireworks show over Humboldt Bay at 10 p.m.
Main Street Spring Festival
Spring is in the air, and we’re inviting you to spend the day with us on Eureka Main Street.
Join us for the Main Street Spring Festival on Saturday, May 9th, from 11 AM – 4 PM and experience a lively day filled with local flavor and community connection. Wander through our streets and enjoy a sidewalk sale from your favorite local shops, dine your way through local restaurants and food trucks, and take in games, music, and festive moments happening throughout the district.
With Mother’s Day just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to gather the family, find something thoughtful for mom, and enjoy a relaxed, feel-good day celebrating everything that makes Eureka Main Street special. See More…
Decorate the Gazebo
Want to help Old Town decorate for spring? We would love your help decorating the Gazebo!
Eureka Main Street is supported by volunteers. We will be decorating the gazebo for all to enjoy as well as for the Spring Festival 5/9 and it will be available for Prom photos. If you would like to help please sign up here.
Join us for the 2026 Rhody Parade
Join Eureka Main Street in this years Rhody Parade!
We are looking for volunteers to help decorate on Friday, April 24th and to walk or ride with us on Saturday, April 25th!
If you can't make it to this one, please check our future events for volunteer opportunities!
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Interested in sponsoring an event? We would be happy to help promote your business as you help support Eureka Main Street! CONTACT us to learn more.
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We are always looking for volunteers as we are a non profit full of volunteers. Please reach out through our CONTACT page and let us know how you would like to be involved.
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Interested in a specific event or all of our events? CONTACT us based on the event or in general to learn more about how to get involved.