Events in Arcata, California
A vibrant college town with Cal Poly Humboldt, the iconic Plaza, and the oldest certified farmers market in California.
Population: 18,839
154 upcoming events
humboldt bay region
154 events in Arcata
JUN11
Arcata Marsh Interpretive Center
Arcata Marsh Tour (FOAM)
Wednesday, June 11 · 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Outdoor & Nature
Free tour of the Arcata Marsh & Wildlife Sanctuary each Saturday.
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OCT2
Humboldt Bay Aquatic Center 203 - Conference Room
Trillium Project Conference
Friday, October 2 · 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Seminar & Talk
Trillium Project Conference, 2026 Annual The Trillium Project is a Humboldt based faculty development program that advances sustainability across the curri...
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OCT2
Student Business Services 179 - Welcome Center / Emergency Operations Center
Admissions Visit Program
Friday, October 2 · 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Community & Civic
Register for a Guided Campus Tour We offer in-depth two-hour guided campus tours Monday to Friday, with some Saturday dates available, excluding campus holid...
FreeReservations RequiredIndoor+3
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OCT2
College Creek Soccer Field
MSOC and WSOC Game
Friday, October 2 · 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Sports & Fitness
Cal Poly Humboldt Men's & Women's Conference Soccer Games. For detailed calendar and game times, check out the athletics calendar here: humboldtathletics.com…
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OCT2
Gutswurrak Student Activities Center 250 - South Lounge
Something Wicked
Friday, October 2 · 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Community & Civic
Something Wicked is astir in Humboldt County Punk rock for the masses!
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OCT2
Recreation & Wellness Center 202 - West Gym
Open Gym
Friday, October 2 · 12:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Sports & Fitness
Open Gym hours for students, staff, and faculty to use the West Gym to play basketball, volleyball, indoor soccer, or other sports. Non Humboldt members are ...
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OCT2
Library 205 - Makerspace
Crochet & Chill
Friday, October 2 · 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Workshop & Class
Get started with basic crochet techniques, or bring your own projects to work on. Beginners to advanced-level crocheters are all welcome. Different weeks, w...
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OCT2
Kinesiology and Athletics 111 - Swimming Pool
afternoon lap swim
Friday, October 2 · 3:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Sports & Fitness
afternoon lap swim
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OCT2
Gutswurrak Student Activities Center 225 - Kate Buchanan Room (KBR)
Festival of Light: Mid-Autumn & Diwali
Friday, October 2 · 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Festival & Fair
Join us for a vibrant celebration of light, community, and tradition as we honor both Mid-Autumn Festival and Diwali through festive activities, traditional ...
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OCT2
Nelson Hall East 119
Revive Humboldt
Friday, October 2 · 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Community & Civic
Meeting together to read the word of God and fellowship with like-minded people!
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OCT2
Kinesiology and Athletics 202A - Dance Studio
Playtime (extra practice room)
Friday, October 2 · 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Community & Civic
Weekly meeting to practice the circus arts using various props and occasional workshops led by community members. Teambuilding activities including arts, dan...
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OCT2
Forbes Gymnasium 250 - East Gym
Playtime (Main Meeting Area)
Friday, October 2 · 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Community & Civic
Weekly meeting to practice the circus arts using various props and occasional workshops led by community members. Teambuilding activities including arts, dan...
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OCT3
Interpretive Center
Arcata Marsh Tour (FOAM)
Saturday, October 3 · 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Outdoor & Nature
Recurring weekly on Saturday
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OCT3
On the Arcata Plaza
Pastels on the Plaza
Saturday, October 3 · 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Art & Culture
Recurring on the 1st Saturday of October
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OCT3
Klopp Lake
Arcata Marsh & Wildlife Birdwalk (RRAS)
Saturday, October 3 · 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Outdoor & Nature
Recurring weekly on Saturday
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OCT2
Jenkins Hall 215 - Art Clean Classroom
Clay Club Meetings
Friday, October 2 · 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Community & Civic
Weekly Clay Club meetings.
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OCT2
Wildlife and Fisheries 258 - Lecture Room
Birding Club weekly meetings
Friday, October 2 · 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Nightlife & Social
Weekly meeting for Birding Club, fridays 5-6:30PM in WDFS 258
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OCT2
On the Arcata Plaza
Pastels on the Plaza
Friday, October 2 · 5:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Art & Culture
More details coming soon.
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OCT3
Redwood Bowl Track
Cross Country Practice
Saturday, October 3 · 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Community & Civic
Cross Country Practice Redwood Bowl
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OCT3
Student Business Services 179 - Welcome Center / Emergency Operations Center
Admissions Visit Program
Saturday, October 3 · 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Community & Civic
Register for a Guided Campus Tour We offer in-depth two-hour guided campus tours Monday to Friday, with some Saturday dates available, excluding campus holid...
FreeReservations RequiredIndoor+3
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OCT3
Off-campus Humboldt Bay Aquatic Center
Discover Sailing
Saturday, October 3 · 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Community & Civic
Discover Sailing is a three hour adventure on Humboldt Bay that lets you experience the joy of moving across the water powered only by wind. In a small group...
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OCT3
Off Campus
Whitewater Raft the Trinity River
Saturday, October 3 · 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Community & Civic
Join Outdoor Adventures for a day of whitewater rafting on the Pigeon Point section of the Trinity River. This Class III stretch is a great introduction to w...
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OCT3
Arcata Farmer's Market
Arcata Farmers’ Market
Saturday, October 3 · 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Market & Shopping
More details coming soon.
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OCT3
Off-campus Potawot Community Food Garden
Fall Day of Service (F26)
Saturday, October 3 · 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Community & Civic
The Fall Day of Service is a large-scale YES volunteer event open to students, staff, alumni, and community members to contribute to Potawot Community Food G...
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OCT3
Redwood Bowl Field
Men's Rugby vs University of Oregon
Saturday, October 3 · 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Sports & Fitness
The Men's Rugby team is taking on the University of Oregon under the lights of the Redwood Bowl. Come out and help support the team as they kick off their se...
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OCT4
Redwood Bowl Track
Cross Country Practice
Sunday, October 4 · 7:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Community & Civic
Cross Country Practice Redwood Bowl
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OCT4
College Creek Soccer Field
MSOC and WSOC Game
Sunday, October 4 · 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Sports & Fitness
Cal Poly Humboldt Men's & Women's Conference Soccer Games. For detailed calendar and game times, check out the athletics calendar here: humboldtathletics.com…
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OCT4
Off Campus
Surfing 101
Sunday, October 4 · 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Community & Civic
This course offers students the opportunity to safely learn and enjoy the sport of surfing! Designed for the individual having little to no surfing experienc...
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OCT4
Off-campus Humboldt Bay Aquatic Center
Discover Sea Kayaking
Sunday, October 4 · 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Community & Civic
Take your first strokes into the world of sea kayaking. This beginner-friendly session is the perfect gateway to exploring Humboldt Bay by kayak. Learn basic...
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OCT4
Off Campus
Explore Headwaters Forest Reserve
Sunday, October 4 · 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Community & Civic
Discover one of Humboldt County's newest old-growth forests on a leisurely hike through the Headwaters Forest Reserve. Once heavily logged and later protecte...
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OCT4
Redwood Bowl Track, Redwood Bowl Field
Intramural Soccer
Sunday, October 4 · 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Sports & Fitness
Intramurals allow students, staff, faculty members, and community members to create teams and play against each other in a 5 week season, followed by a singl...
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OCT5
Redwood Bowl Track
Cross Country Practice
Monday, October 5 · 7:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Community & Civic
Cross Country Practice Redwood Bowl
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OCT5
Student Business Services 179 - Welcome Center / Emergency Operations Center
Admissions Visit Program
Monday, October 5 · 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Community & Civic
Register for a Guided Campus Tour We offer in-depth two-hour guided campus tours Monday to Friday, with some Saturday dates available, excluding campus holid...
FreeReservations RequiredIndoor+3
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OCT5
Nelson Hall 102 - Goodwin Forum
UndocuMonth kick off (title tba)
Monday, October 5 · 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Seminar & Talk
Scholars Without Borders, the Dreamer's Center, and CHIRLA will educate and provide resources
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OCT5
Recreation & Wellness Center 202 - West Gym
Open Gym
Monday, October 5 · 12:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Sports & Fitness
Open Gym hours for students, staff, and faculty to use the West Gym to play basketball, volleyball, indoor soccer, or other sports. Non Humboldt members are ...
FreeIndoorEvening+1
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OCT5
Kinesiology and Athletics 111 - Swimming Pool
Noon Lap Swim
Monday, October 5 · 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Sports & Fitness
Lap swim
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OCT5
Library 205 - Makerspace
Get in Motion with Stop Motion!
Monday, October 5 · 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Workshop & Class
Learn how to create and edit unique eye-catching films and even be a part of a collaborative stop motion production. We’ll make other worlds using constructi...
FreeIndoorEvening+4
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OCT5
Library 308 - Library Learning Lab
Researching CA State Ballot Initiatives
Monday, October 5 · 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Workshop & Class
On November 3 you will make your voice heard in the 2026 midterm election. There will be 14 state ballot initiatives on the ballot. This SkillShop will cover...
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OCT5
Kinesiology and Athletics 111 - Swimming Pool
afternoon lap swim
Monday, October 5 · 3:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Sports & Fitness
afternoon lap swim
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OCT5
Library 209 - Library Fishbowl
ASL Club Meeting
Monday, October 5 · 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Community & Civic
ASL Club Meetings in the fishbowl! All signing levels are welcomed to join us :)
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OCT5
Library 202 - West Window Area
Horrors of the Mind - Horror Music
Monday, October 5 · 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Workshop & Class
Hall of Simulation: The Psychology of Scary Music A horror soundtrack reshapes reality by overriding the brain's fear circuits, body regulation, and threat ...
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OCT5
Recreation & Wellness Center 125 - Fitness Studio
Fitness Class
Monday, October 5 · 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Sports & Fitness
Strength and Conditioning is a full body training experience that blends a variety of movement styles to build strength, endurance, mobility, balance, and re...
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OCT5
Nelson Hall 102 - Goodwin Forum
Surfrider Club Meeting
Monday, October 5 · 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Community & Civic
Surfrider Club meeting for members to discuss club updates, current projects, goals, and general club business.
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OCT5
Art B 102 - Lecture Room
QTBIPOC Film Coalition Student Meeting
Monday, October 5 · 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Community & Civic
The QTBIPOC Film Coalition (and Creative Research Team) is a genuinely student-centered collective/community dedicated to amplifying Queer, Trans, Black, Ind...
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OCT5
Recreation & Wellness Center 125 - Fitness Studio
Fitness Instructor Lecture
Monday, October 5 · 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Sports & Fitness
Fitness Training Lecture is designed for anyone interested in becoming a group fitness instructor or improving the way they lead classes. We will cover the c...
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OCT5
Sunset Residence Hall - Sunset Classroom 121
The Hill RA Staff Meeting
Monday, October 5 · 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Community & Civic
More details coming soon.
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OCT6
Student Business Services 179 - Welcome Center / Emergency Operations Center
Admissions Visit Program
Tuesday, October 6 · 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Community & Civic
Register for a Guided Campus Tour We offer in-depth two-hour guided campus tours Monday to Friday, with some Saturday dates available, excluding campus holid...
FreeReservations RequiredIndoor+3
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OCT6
Kinesiology and Athletics 202A - Dance Studio
Fitness Class
Tuesday, October 6 · 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Sports & Fitness
This all levels yoga class is rooted in the tradition of Ashtanga where many of the familiar poses are woven into a more creatively formatted practice while ...
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OCT6
Gutswurrak Student Activities Center 131 - Banquet Room
A.S. Board of Directors Meeting
Tuesday, October 6 · 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Community & Civic
Join the Associated Students Board of Directors to hear what issues are being discussed by the student body representatives. These meetings are open to anyo...
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OCT6
Kinesiology and Athletics 111 - Swimming Pool
Noon Lap Swim
Tuesday, October 6 · 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Sports & Fitness
Lap swim
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OCT6
Recreation & Wellness Center 202 - West Gym
Open Gym
Tuesday, October 6 · 12:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Sports & Fitness
Open Gym hours for students, staff, and faculty to use the West Gym to play basketball, volleyball, indoor soccer, or other sports. Non Humboldt members are ...
FreeIndoorEvening+1
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OCT6
Library 202 - West Window Area
HoS: Spooky Scary Anatomy
Tuesday, October 6 · 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Workshop & Class
Hall of Simulation: Spooky Scary Anatomy Spooky, scary skeletons! This October, learn how to use the Anatomage Table, a life-size virtual dissection table, ...
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OCT6
Kinesiology and Athletics 111 - Swimming Pool
afternoon lap swim
Tuesday, October 6 · 3:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Sports & Fitness
afternoon lap swim
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OCT6
Humboldt Bay Aquatic Center 203 - Conference Room, Off-campus Humboldt Bay Aquatic Center
Sea Kayaking 201
Tuesday, October 6 · 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Community & Civic
Sea Kayaking 201 is a course designed to build on the fundamental basics of sea kayaking in a supportive, safety-focused environment. Led by Humboldt Bay Aqu...
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OCT6
Siemens Hall 108 - Lecture Room
YDSA Membership Committee Meeting
Tuesday, October 6 · 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Community & Civic
More details coming soon.
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OCT6
Recreation & Wellness Center 124 - Conference Room
Clowncil meeting
Tuesday, October 6 · 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Community & Civic
General board meeting each week to discuss club activities, logistics, etc. Topics may vary by week.
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OCT6
Arcata City Council Chamber
City Council Meeting
Tuesday, October 6 · 5:00 PM - 4:59 PM
Community & Civic
City Council Meeting
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OCT6
Gutswurrak Student Activities Center 225 - Kate Buchanan Room (KBR)
John Warner author presentation
Tuesday, October 6 · 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Seminar & Talk
AI Literacy and Resistance Join us Tuesday, October 6th from 5:00-6:30pm in the Kate Buchanan Room for a timely conversation about writing, education, and a...
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OCT6
Recreation & Wellness Center 108 - Drop-In Lounge
Drop-In Trivia Night
Tuesday, October 6 · 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Nightlife & Social
Drop-In Trivia is a one hour event run for participants to form teams or play solo, and enjoy friendly games in a welcoming environment. There are no prior s...
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OCT6
Wildlife and Fisheries 250 - Lecture Room
Fish Club
Tuesday, October 6 · 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Community & Civic
We are going to be meeting up every other Tuesday from 5:00-6:00 to talk about things that are fisheries related, and have trivia and guest speakers
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OCT7
Student Business Services 179 - Welcome Center / Emergency Operations Center
Admissions Visit Program
Wednesday, October 7 · 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Community & Civic
Register for a Guided Campus Tour We offer in-depth two-hour guided campus tours Monday to Friday, with some Saturday dates available, excluding campus holid...
FreeReservations RequiredIndoor+3
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OCT7
Library 114 - Classroom
Healthy Relationships SkillShops
Wednesday, October 7 · 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Workshop & Class
Topic of the workshop coming soon. These workshops are part of the Healthy Relationship SkillShops series. This series will meet in Library 114 from 12-1p...
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OCT7
Recreation & Wellness Center 202 - West Gym
Open Gym
Wednesday, October 7 · 12:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Sports & Fitness
Open Gym hours for students, staff, and faculty to use the West Gym to play basketball, volleyball, indoor soccer, or other sports. Non Humboldt members are ...
FreeIndoorEvening+1
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OCT7
Kinesiology and Athletics 111 - Swimming Pool
Noon Lap Swim
Wednesday, October 7 · 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Sports & Fitness
Lap swim
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OCT7
Library 202 - West Window Area
Haunted Flights
Wednesday, October 7 · 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Workshop & Class
Take to the skies on a spooky Halloween night flight! Participants will pilot a flight simulator through changing weather and unexpected challenges while lea...
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OCT7
Balabanis House - Social Justice, Equity, and Inc Center 106 - Vine Deloria Room
DMSC Talking Circle
Wednesday, October 7 · 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Community & Civic
DMSC Talking Circles provide students with a consistent, supportive space to engage in meaningful conversations about topics that directly affect their acade...
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OCT7
Library 202 - West Window Area
Deadly, Dangerous, and Deceptive Plants
Wednesday, October 7 · 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Workshop & Class
Explore the spooky side of the plant kingdom! Participants will use the 3D Digital Herbarium to investigate poisonous, defensive, and deceptive plants while ...
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OCT7
Library 205 - Makerspace
Cozy Queer Crafting
Wednesday, October 7 · 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Community & Civic
Join the Queer Center for fall crafting! Pumpkin painting, knitting/crocheting, fall coloring sheets, and free cookies will be available to those who attend!
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OCT7
Library 308 - Library Learning Lab
Voter Registration 101
Wednesday, October 7 · 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Workshop & Class
Are you registered to vote? If you’ve recently relocated and want to vote in your current location, or have never voted before, this SkillShop covers the pro...
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OCT7
Natural Resources 207 Conference Room
CAPS Queer Tea
Wednesday, October 7 · 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Community & Civic
More details coming soon.
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OCT7
Recreation & Wellness Center 125 - Fitness Studio
Fitness Class
Wednesday, October 7 · 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Sports & Fitness
This all levels yoga class is rooted in the tradition of Ashtanga where many of the familiar poses are woven into a more creatively formatted practice while ...
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OCT7
Humboldt Bay Aquatic Center 203 - Conference Room
California Boater Card Class
Wednesday, October 7 · 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Workshop & Class
This class is designed for preparing students to take the California Boater Card Exam. It will prepare you with the knowledge to feel comfortable once you ar...
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OCT7
Gutswurrak Student Activities Center 225 - Kate Buchanan Room (KBR)
Karaoke Night
Wednesday, October 7 · 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Live Music
Join us in the Gutswurrak for Karaoke Night!
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OCT8
All Campus
Grade Appeals for Fall 2026
Thursday, October 8 · 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Community & Civic
October 8th, 2026 is the last day to begin documented grade appeal communication with faculty for the Spring 2026 semester. If an acceptable conclusion is n...
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OCT7
Nelson Hall East 106
Drag Club!
Wednesday, October 7 · 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Community & Civic
Come meet friends and get fab! No experience necessary, please bring any unopened makeup you may have to share!
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OCT8
Student Business Services 179 - Welcome Center / Emergency Operations Center
Admissions Visit Program
Thursday, October 8 · 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Community & Civic
Register for a Guided Campus Tour We offer in-depth two-hour guided campus tours Monday to Friday, with some Saturday dates available, excluding campus holid...
FreeReservations RequiredIndoor+3
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OCT8
Kinesiology and Athletics 202A - Dance Studio
Buti Movement
Thursday, October 8 · 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Community & Civic
Buti is a music-driven fitness class blending traditional yoga postures, primal movement, HIIT, and cardio dance training into a dynamic full-body workout. "...
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OCT8
University Upper Quad, University Lower Quad
Green and Gold Days
Thursday, October 8 · 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Community & Civic
Show your Cal Poly Humboldt Spirit by wearing Green and Gold or Cal Poly Humboldt Merch. The Gutswurrak Student Activities Center will be handing out merch ...
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OCT8
Library 114 - Classroom
Crafting Personal Statements
Thursday, October 8 · 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Workshop & Class
This workshop will focus on writing personal statements for grad school applications. SkillShops are drop-in sessions. Show up on the date at the start time...
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OCT8
Nelson Hall East 119
QSU Student Meeting
Thursday, October 8 · 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Community & Civic
QSU is holding a members' meeting.
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OCT8
Library 102 - Gus & Corrine Nordstrom Lobby
Banned Books Read Out
Thursday, October 8 · 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Workshop & Class
The Cal Poly Humboldt Library is celebrating the freedom to read by holding a Banned Books Read Out on Thursday, October 8, 2026 from Noon-1:30pm in the main...
FreeIndoorEvening
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OCT8
Kinesiology and Athletics 111 - Swimming Pool
Noon Lap Swim
Thursday, October 8 · 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Sports & Fitness
Lap swim
FreeIndoorEvening
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OCT8
Recreation & Wellness Center 202 - West Gym
Open Gym
Thursday, October 8 · 12:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Sports & Fitness
Open Gym hours for students, staff, and faculty to use the West Gym to play basketball, volleyball, indoor soccer, or other sports. Non Humboldt members are ...
FreeIndoorEvening+1
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OCT8
Student Business Services 405
Appropriate Computing Discussion Group
Thursday, October 8 · 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Community & Civic
We discuss topics in AI or other computational systems engineering using the framework of Appropriate Technology. All are welcome.
FreeIndoorLate Night+1
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OCT8
Library 205 - Makerspace
Patch 'n Mend
Thursday, October 8 · 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Workshop & Class
Repair and rejuvenate your wardrobe with mending and custom made patches. Some materials provide. MeetUps are drop-in sessions. Stop by for a short time o...
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OCT8
Library 114 - Classroom
Grad School Workshop
Thursday, October 8 · 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Seminar & Talk
A workshop for transfer students on how to apply and prepare for Grad School. Presentation done by Career Center.
FreeIndoorLate Night+1
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OCT8
Library 317 - Library Classroom
Literature Lounge
Thursday, October 8 · 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Workshop & Class
Learn how to find literature (fiction, poetry, etc.) in the Cal Poly Humboldt Library. You may be familiar with our popular reading selection in the lobby, b...
FreeFamily-FriendlyIndoor+5
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OCT8
Kinesiology and Athletics 111 - Swimming Pool
afternoon lap swim
Thursday, October 8 · 3:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Sports & Fitness
afternoon lap swim
FreeIndoorLate Night
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OCT8
Recreation & Wellness Center 202 - West Gym
Intramural Volleyball
Thursday, October 8 · 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Sports & Fitness
Intramurals allow students, staff, faculty, and community members to create teams and play against each other in a competitive season, followed by a single e...
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OCT8
Gutswurrak Student Activities Center 320 - Bigfoot Burgers
Bigfoot Burger Live Music
Thursday, October 8 · 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Live Music
Musical Performances by students in Bigfoot Burger.
FreeIndoorMorning
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OCT9
Student Business Services 179 - Welcome Center / Emergency Operations Center
Admissions Visit Program
Friday, October 9 · 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Community & Civic
Register for a Guided Campus Tour We offer in-depth two-hour guided campus tours Monday to Friday, with some Saturday dates available, excluding campus holid...
FreeReservations RequiredIndoor+3
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OCT9
Student Business Services 405
SHIFT Committee Meeting
Friday, October 9 · 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Community & Civic
Regular meeting of the SHIFT Committee. Open to all, more about SHIFT at www.humboldt.edu…
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OCT9
University Upper Quad, University Lower Quad
2026 Fall Makers Market
Friday, October 9 · 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Market & Shopping
Campus artists and creators will come together for an afternoon on the quad to show and sell their art and creations! Students, staff, and faculty welcome! P...
FreeReservations RequiredIndoor+3
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OCT9
Student Business Services 405
Appropriate Computing Discussion Group
Friday, October 9 · 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Community & Civic
In the fall semester of 2026, we'll be discussing applications of Appropriate Computing in healthcare using tools from ML/AI and Causal Inference. We will co...
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OCT9
Library 114 - Classroom
A Weekly Bible Club & Study
Friday, October 9 · 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Nightlife & Social
A Weekly Bible Club & Study
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OCT9
Kinesiology and Athletics 111 - Swimming Pool
Noon Lap Swim
Friday, October 9 · 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Sports & Fitness
Lap swim
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OCT9
Arcata, CA, USA
Arts Arcata
Friday, October 9 · 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Art & Culture
More details coming soon.
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OCT10
Arcata Farmer's Market, Arcata
Arcata Farmers’ Market
Saturday, October 10 · 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Market & Shopping
More details coming soon.
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OCT10
SV46 Service Parking Lot - SBS
Lumberjack Weekend Block Party
Saturday, October 10 · 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Community & Civic
Join us for one of Cal Poly Humboldt’s most anticipated traditions—the 2026 Lumberjack Weekend Block Party—on Saturday, October 10, from 4:00–9:00 PM! Set ag...
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OCT12
Arcata
Arcata Chamber Board of Directors Meeting
Monday, October 12 · 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Community & Civic
Arcata Chamber Board of Directors Mee...
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OCT11
Arcata
Arcata Chamber Board of Directors Meeting
Sunday, October 11 · 5:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Community & Civic
More details coming soon.
IndoorMorningClassical / Opera
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OCT12
Arcata City Council Chamber
Planning Commission Meeting
Monday, October 12 · 5:00 PM - 4:59 PM
Community & Civic
Planning Commission Meeting
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OCT13
Nelson Hall 102 - Goodwin Forum
University Senate Meeting
Tuesday, October 13 · 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Community & Civic
The University Senate of Cal Poly Humboldt is a deliberative body comprised of faculty, staff, students, and administrators working together to support the e...
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OCT15
Arcata City Council Chamber
Historic Landmarks Committee Meeting
Thursday, October 15 · 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Community & Civic
Historic Landmarks Committee Meeting
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OCT15
University Upper Quad, University Lower Quad
Green and Gold Days
Thursday, October 15 · 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Community & Civic
Show your Cal Poly Humboldt Spirit by wearing Green and Gold or Cal Poly Humboldt Merch. The Gutswurrak Student Activities Center will be handing out merch ...
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OCT15
All Campus
Degree Projections - Assoc Dean Approval
Thursday, October 15 · 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Community & Civic
See Curriculum Deadlines website for more information.
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OCT17
Arcata Farmer's Market, Arcata
Arcata Farmers’ Market
Saturday, October 17 · 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Market & Shopping
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OCT19
Los Angeles, USA
25th Global Summit on Nursing Education and Practice (GSNEP 2026)
Monday, October 19 · 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Seminar & Talk
It is with immense enthusiasm that we invite you to join the 25th Global Summit on Nursing Education and Practice (GSNEP 2026) - a landmark event uniting vis...
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OCT18
Arcata
25th Global Summit on Nursing Education and Practice (GSNEP 2026)
Sunday, October 18 · 5:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Community & Civic
More details coming soon.
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OCT19
Gutswurrak Student Activities Center 225 - Kate Buchanan Room (KBR)
National Transfer Student Week Kickoff
Monday, October 19 · 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Community & Civic
Celebrate the start of our National Transfer Student Week, where we showcase our transfer students and their academic journey with a week of academic and com...
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OCT20
Arcata City Council Chamber
Transportation Safety Committee Meeting
Tuesday, October 20 · 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Community & Civic
Transportation Safety Committee Meeting
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OCT20
Arcata City Council Chamber
City Council Meeting
Tuesday, October 20 · 5:00 PM - 4:59 PM
Community & Civic
City Council Meeting
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OCT22
University Upper Quad, University Lower Quad
Green and Gold Days
Thursday, October 22 · 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Community & Civic
Show your Cal Poly Humboldt Spirit by wearing Green and Gold or Cal Poly Humboldt Merch. The Gutswurrak Student Activities Center will be handing out merch ...
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OCT24
Arcata Farmer's Market, Arcata
Arcata Farmers’ Market
Saturday, October 24 · 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Market & Shopping
More details coming soon.
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OCT24
Off-campus D Street Neighborhood Center
Solidarity Day
Saturday, October 24 · 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Community & Civic
Solidarity Day is a community-centered celebration that brings people together across cultures, identities, and experiences to learn from one another, build ...
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OCT26
Arcata City Council Chamber
Planning Commission Meeting
Monday, October 26 · 5:00 PM - 4:59 PM
Community & Civic
Planning Commission Meeting
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OCT27
Nelson Hall 102 - Goodwin Forum
University Senate Meeting
Tuesday, October 27 · 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Community & Civic
The University Senate of Cal Poly Humboldt is a deliberative body comprised of faculty, staff, students, and administrators working together to support the e...
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OCT29
Gutswurrak Student Activities Center 225 - Kate Buchanan Room (KBR)
HOLD Engineering Internship & Job Fair
Thursday, October 29 · 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Festival & Fair
The Cal Poly Humboldt Career Development Center will be hosting an Engineering Internship & Job Fair on Thursday October 23, 2025 in coordination with the En...
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OCT29
University Upper Quad, University Lower Quad
Green and Gold Days
Thursday, October 29 · 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Community & Civic
Show your Cal Poly Humboldt Spirit by wearing Green and Gold or Cal Poly Humboldt Merch. The Gutswurrak Student Activities Center will be handing out merch ...
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OCT31
Arcata Plaza
Halloween on the Plaza
Saturday, October 31 · 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Festival & Fair
Get ready for a frightfully fun evening in Arcata Halloween on the Plaza on Saturday, October 31, from 4:00–7:00 PM! Bring the whole family to the Arcata Pla...
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OCT30
Arcata
Halloween on the Plaza
Friday, October 30 · 5:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Community & Civic
More details coming soon.
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OCT31
Arcata Farmer's Market, Arcata
Arcata Farmers’ Market
Saturday, October 31 · 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Market & Shopping
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NOV4
University Upper Quad
Health and Wellness Expo
Wednesday, November 4 · 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Wellness & Holistic
Come out to the Health and Wellness Expo to engage in interactive booths that will include activities that support health and well-being. Drop by activities ...
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NOV4
Arcata
Mixer at Coast Central Credit Union
Wednesday, November 4 · 11:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Community & Civic
More details coming soon.
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NOV5
Coast Central Credit Union
Mixer at Coast Central Credit Union
Thursday, November 5 · 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Community & Civic
More details coming soon.
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NOV5
Behavioral & Social Sciences 162 - Native American Forum
2026 AICMD
Thursday, November 5 · 8:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Community & Civic
More details coming soon.
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NOV5
University Upper Quad, University Lower Quad
Green and Gold Days
Thursday, November 5 · 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Community & Civic
Show your Cal Poly Humboldt Spirit by wearing Green and Gold or Cal Poly Humboldt Merch. The Gutswurrak Student Activities Center will be handing out merch ...
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NOV5
Off Campus
Dia de Muertos
Thursday, November 5 · 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Community & Civic
Join us at the community Sanctuary garden located in the corner of 630 11th St Arcata for a Día de Muertos gathering. We will create a community altar and sh...
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NOV6
Off Campus
Día de Muertos: Honoring Our Loved Ones
Friday, November 6 · 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Community & Civic
Día de Muertos: Honoring Our Loved Ones: Join us at the community Sanctuary Garden located in the corner of 630 11th St Arcata (11th and F st) for a Día de M...
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NOV6
Gutswurrak Student Activities Center 225 - Kate Buchanan Room (KBR)
Festival of Light: Mid-Autumn & Diwali
Friday, November 6 · 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Festival & Fair
Join us for a vibrant celebration of light, community, and tradition as we honor both Mid-Autumn Festival and Diwali through festive activities, traditional ...
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NOV7
Gutswurrak Student Activities Center 225 - Kate Buchanan Room (KBR), University Upper Quad, Gutswurrak Student Activities Center 222 - Karshner Lounge, Nelson Hall 102 - Goodwin Forum, FS6 Faculty/Staff Parking Lot - Library, FS9 Faculty/Staff Parking…
Arts in Service
Saturday, November 7 · 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Community & Civic
Celebration: Veterans Day, America's 250th, and North Coast Service. Artist demonstrations and activities; volunteer and service fair; K12 arts & civics fest...
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NOV8
Arcata
Arcata Chamber Board of Directors Meeting
Sunday, November 8 · 11:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Community & Civic
More details coming soon.
IndoorMorningClassical / Opera
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NOV9
Arcata
Arcata Chamber Board of Directors Meeting
Monday, November 9 · 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Community & Civic
Arcata Chamber Board of Directors Mee...
IndoorMorningClassical / Opera
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NOV12
University Upper Quad, University Lower Quad
Green and Gold Days
Thursday, November 12 · 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Community & Civic
Show your Cal Poly Humboldt Spirit by wearing Green and Gold or Cal Poly Humboldt Merch. The Gutswurrak Student Activities Center will be handing out merch ...
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NOV13
Arcata
Holiday Open House Sip + Shop
Friday, November 13 · 11:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Festival & Fair
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NOV14
Downtown Arcata
Holiday Open House Sip + Shop
Saturday, November 14 · 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Community & Civic
Saturday, November 14th from 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm. Get ready to shop local, sip local, and experience Downtown Arcata in a fun new way! Join us for an evening o...
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NOV19
University Upper Quad, University Lower Quad
Green and Gold Days
Thursday, November 19 · 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Community & Civic
Show your Cal Poly Humboldt Spirit by wearing Green and Gold or Cal Poly Humboldt Merch. The Gutswurrak Student Activities Center will be handing out merch ...
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DEC2
Arcata
Mixer at Redwood Capital Bank
Wednesday, December 2 · 11:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Community & Civic
More details coming soon.
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DEC3
Redwood Capital Bank
Mixer at Redwood Capital Bank
Thursday, December 3 · 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Community & Civic
Join us for a wonderful holiday mixer! Mixer at Redwood Capital Bank
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DEC3
University Upper Quad, University Lower Quad
Green and Gold Days
Thursday, December 3 · 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Community & Civic
Show your Cal Poly Humboldt Spirit by wearing Green and Gold or Cal Poly Humboldt Merch. The Gutswurrak Student Activities Center will be handing out merch ...
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DEC10
University Upper Quad, University Lower Quad
Green and Gold Days
Thursday, December 10 · 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Community & Civic
Show your Cal Poly Humboldt Spirit by wearing Green and Gold or Cal Poly Humboldt Merch. The Gutswurrak Student Activities Center will be handing out merch ...
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DEC13
Arcata
Arcata Chamber Board of Directors Meeting
Sunday, December 13 · 11:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Community & Civic
Arcata Chamber Board of Directors Mee...
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DEC14
Arcata
Arcata Chamber Board of Directors Meeting
Monday, December 14 · 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Community & Civic
More details coming soon.
IndoorMorningClassical / Opera
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DEC18
All Campus
2026 Fall Commencement
Friday, December 18 · 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Community & Civic
More details coming soon.
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JAN10
Arcata
Arcata Chamber Board of Directors Meeting
Sunday, January 10 · 11:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Community & Civic
Arcata Chamber Board of Directors Mee...
IndoorMorningClassical / Opera
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JAN11
Arcata
Arcata Chamber Board of Directors Meeting
Monday, January 11 · 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Community & Civic
More details coming soon.
IndoorMorningClassical / Opera
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FEB7
Arcata
Arcata Chamber Board of Directors Meeting
Sunday, February 7 · 4:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Community & Civic
More details coming soon.
IndoorMorningClassical / Opera
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FEB10
University Upper Quad, University Lower Quad
Spring Clubs Fair
Wednesday, February 10 · 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Festival & Fair
Get to know the many amazing registered student organizations (RSOs) and clubs we have on campus and get connected!
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FEB11
Recreation & Wellness Center 202 - West Gym
Career Expo & Volunteer Fair
Thursday, February 11 · 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Festival & Fair
Spring all-majors job fair featuring local and out of area employers seeking candidates for summer as well as part-time and full time jobs, internships and v...
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FEB15
Library 202A - Authors Hall
13th Annual Authors Celebration
Monday, February 15 · 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Festival & Fair
Celebrate authors and readers!
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FEB26
Theatre Arts 101 - John Van Duzer (JVD) Theatre, Theatre Arts 201 - John Van Duzer (JVD) Theatre Balcony, Theatre Arts 101D - John Van Duzer (JVD) Stage, Theatre Arts 101F - John Van Duzer (JVD) Lobby, Theatre Arts 101G - John Van Duzer (JVD) Control…
Fiesta Folklórica
Friday, February 26 · 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Festival & Fair
Fiesta Folklórica is a celebration of Mexican culture through music and traditional dancing. Each year, we aim to showcase dances from different regions of M...
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FEB27
Theatre Arts 101 - John Van Duzer (JVD) Theatre, Theatre Arts 201 - John Van Duzer (JVD) Theatre Balcony, Theatre Arts 101D - John Van Duzer (JVD) Stage, Theatre Arts 101F - John Van Duzer (JVD) Lobby, Theatre Arts 101G - John Van Duzer (JVD) Control…
Fiesta Folklórica
Saturday, February 27 · 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Festival & Fair
Fiesta Folklórica is a celebration of Mexican culture through music and traditional dancing. Each year, we aim to showcase dances from different regions of M...
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FEB28
Theatre Arts 101 - John Van Duzer (JVD) Theatre, Theatre Arts 201 - John Van Duzer (JVD) Theatre Balcony, Theatre Arts 101D - John Van Duzer (JVD) Stage, Theatre Arts 101F - John Van Duzer (JVD) Lobby, Theatre Arts 101G - John Van Duzer (JVD) Control…
Fiesta Folklórica
Sunday, February 28 · 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Festival & Fair
Fiesta Folklórica is a celebration of Mexican culture through music and traditional dancing. Each year, we aim to showcase dances from different regions of M...
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MAR15
Library 302 - Humboldt Scholars Lab
Pi Day
Monday, March 15 · 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Community & Civic
More details coming soon.
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