Community Calendar

Experience the thrill of Griffin Loch's Scream-A-Torium at the Scaregrounds, a spine-chilling destination filled with a night of scary mazes, eerie entertainment and fun for all. Get ready for an unforgettable experience in Frightdale, where every corner holds a new scare! Here’s what you can explore:

Haunted Attactions
Alien Autopsy: Brave the containment room, discover what happens when the dead from another world escape.
Ghost Ship: Climb aboard a cursed pirate vessel that drifts through the fog carrying more than just lost souls.
Toxic Zombie: A buried chemical disaster has awakened the dead. Mutated, infected, and hungry for revenge.
Dead Air Audio Experience: Connect with the deceased in a séance using radio waves.

Food and Drink
Marie Laveau's Bar: Enjoy themed drinks in a New Orleans' themed atmosphere.
Food Trucks: Enjoy dinner in the park with many wonderful food and sweets options.

Immersive Film Experience
Accompany Rodney Femur on an enchanting and eerie adventure exploring the creatures that dwell within our haunted mazes. With his quick quips and comedic banter, he might just guide you to survival.

Performers and Roaming Ghouls
Be on the lookout for our talented performers and roaming haunters who will keep you entertained and terrified throughout your visit!

Frightdale's Symphony of LIghts
Dance the night away with choreographed colorful lighting sequences set to your favorite tunes.

Pumpkin Patch
Explore our renowned patch to select your favorite pumpkin or catapult one towards a distant target.

Upgrade to an RIP Pass
Are you a Really Important Person? Then spend a few extra bones and get closer parking, front of the line privileges, a commemorative collector's button and exclusive rights to hang out in the Phantom Tide's Spookeasy (for RIP members only).

Whether you're a seasoned horror aficionado or a first-time thrill-seeker, the Scream-A-Torium Scaregrounds promises an unforgettable experience that will haunt your dreams for nights to come. Are you ready to face your fears and make memories that will last a lifetime? Join us at The Scream-A-Torium Scaregrounds, where the only thing scarier than the dark is what's lurking within it!

Josh Stein’s artwork is on view in an installation at the MOCA Humboldt showroom through October 31, 2026. The showroom is at 204 4th Street in Eureka. Daily viewing hours include 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.; MOCA lists later closing at 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday. This venue is a cannabis dispensary, so check its admission requirements before visiting. More about the artist: steincreates.com.

Josh Stein’s artwork is on view in an installation at the MOCA Humboldt showroom through October 31, 2026. The showroom is at 204 4th Street in Eureka. Daily viewing hours include 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.; MOCA lists later closing at 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday. This venue is a cannabis dispensary, so check its admission requirements before visiting. More about the artist: steincreates.com.

The Old Town Certified Farmers' Market offers the freshest fruits and vegetables, bread, donuts, jam, crafts, and more! Enjoy live music at this fun, family friendly event. No pets are allowed, but trained, ADA certified, service animals are welcome. CalFresh EBT customers are able to receive a market match at every farmers’ market. Visit the market info booth for more information. Open 10AM-1PM every Tuesday, July-October.

The Shelter Cove Certified Farmers' Market offers the freshest fruits and vegetables, meat, flowers, and more! Enjoy this fun, family friendly event. No pets are allowed, but trained, ADA certified, service animals are welcome. Visit the market info booth for more information. Open 11AM-3PM every Tuesday, May-October.

The Fortuna Certified Farmers' Market offers the freshest fruits and vegetables, crafts, and more! Enjoy music and hot food vendors at this fun, family friendly event. No pets are allowed, but trained, ADA certified, service animals are welcome. CalFresh EBT customers are able to receive a market match at every farmers’ market. Visit the market info booth for more information. Open 3-6PM every Tuesday, May-October.

Josh Stein’s artwork is on view in an installation at the MOCA Humboldt showroom through October 31, 2026. The showroom is at 204 4th Street in Eureka. Daily viewing hours include 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.; MOCA lists later closing at 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday. This venue is a cannabis dispensary, so check its admission requirements before visiting. More about the artist: steincreates.com.

Take a break from the day and pick a bouquet. We have zinnias, dahlias, sunflowers, cosmos, marigolds, and much more. Suggested donation is $5 - 20 per bouquet.

Please park in the large gravel parking lot. Do not pull in at the gates near the barn. Thanks!

Join Friends of the Dunes for a FREE Nature Story Time at the Humboldt Coastal Nature Center. Nature Story Time is geared towards ages 0 to 5 and is held every Wednesday from 2:00 to 3:00 PM starting September 30 and ending December 9 (skipping November 25).

Each week there is a short story, movement activity, and art project for children and their caregivers to enjoy.

For more information, please contact Friends of the Dunes at info@friendsofthedunes.org or call 707-444-1397.

Josh Stein’s artwork is on view in an installation at the MOCA Humboldt showroom through October 31, 2026. The showroom is at 204 4th Street in Eureka. Daily viewing hours include 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.; MOCA lists later closing at 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday. This venue is a cannabis dispensary, so check its admission requirements before visiting. More about the artist: steincreates.com.