The Coastline Calendar

This summer Monday afternoons join Manchester State Park Ranges for a short half mile walk & meet the local feathered friends. Binoculars are provided for use during the program. Wear suitable shoes and dress in layers. Restrooms are located at the trailhead. Note: this trail is not currently ADA accessible and except for service animals […]

This Summer the Mendocino Coast Recreation and Park is offering a Kids Pickleball Clinic at Mendocino Cove Resort. Starting July 7 there will be two sessions, 3rd and 4th graders and 5the other for 5th and 6th graders.  For all the details go to MCRPD website    

Come for lunch with Ukiah Unified School District from 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at t Todd Grove Park in Ukiah and stay for books, crafts, games, and STEM activities. Lunch is open to kids ages 18 and under.

Join Park Interpreter, Anica Williams, for an interactive hike through the Mendocino Headlands State Park’s history and become acquainted with some of its characters! It’s about a mile loop, mostly flat. Wear suitable shoes and dress in layers. Restrooms located just East of the Ford House. Note: this trail is not currently ADA accessible.  Meet […]

The Mendocino County Library is doing a major software upgrade from July 27 to August 4. The Library is entering a new phase of modernization this summer to streamline library operations and improve services for patrons. During this time there will be limited library services. The last day to place holds is July 13.  During […]

Throughout the month of July Art Explorers’ Disability Pride programming, has partnered with local businesses to display artwork and educational materials throughout the County for the month. Each participating business will host a small installation consisting of two framed pieces: one featuring original artwork by an Art Explorers studio artist, and the other sharing information […]

This Summer the Mendocino Coast Recreation and Park is offering a Kids Pickleball Clinic at Mendocino Cove Resort. Starting July 7 there will be two sessions, 3rd and 4th graders and 5the other for 5th and 6th graders.  For all the details go to MCRPD website    

The Mendocino County Library is doing a major software upgrade from July 27 to August 4. The Library is entering a new phase of modernization this summer to streamline library operations and improve services for patrons. During this time there will be limited library services. The last day to place holds is July 13.  During […]

The Cricket & the Wren is a freshly conjured visual feast sprinkled with gorgeous imagery and athletically stunning skill from Flynn Creek Circus. Featuring aerialists, jugglers, knife throwers, and laugh out loud comedy, this circus blends classic storybook archetypes with imaginative new heroes. Flynn Creek Circus will be doing show in Mendocino at Friendship Park […]

Glorious is the the Mendocino Theater Company's summer production The true story of Florence Foster Jenkins— the worst singer in the world. Known as “the first lady of the sliding scale,” she warbled and screeched her way through evenings to bemused audiences in 1940’s New York. The play spins from Florence’s charity recitals and extravagant […]

Come experience your Bureau of Land Management public lands on one of the free access on these days will be for U.S. citizens and residents only. Nonresidents will pay the regular standard amenity fee and any applicable nonresident fees. The BLM-managed lands, the fee-free days for 2026 are: Independence Day weekend (July 3–5) 80th Birthday […]

This year marks the  Willits Frontier Days 100th Annual Celebration, the them is "The Year of the Sweethearts". The two-week-long celebration includes CCPRA professional rodeo, parades, a beef barbecue, a carnival, pancake breakfast and country music, around Willits Willits Frontier Days – 2026 Events - Tentative Fri, June 26 6:00 pm Truck Pulls Jack Tharp […]

On FRIDAY, JULY 3RD, from 11:00 a.m. to  2:00 p.m., volunteers will be at the Fort Bragg Food Bank (910 N. Franklin St.) providing Free  flea/tick repellent for the dogs of low-income folks.  Information about assistance with veterinary care and free spay/neuter, puppy shots, and rabies vaccinations will be available, as well as free Glucosamine […]

P:oint Arena will celebrate July 4 a day early, on Friday July 3.  Beginning at 4pm with a street Fair  at the Cove with live music from Redwood Roots Revival, Camilo y Los Cruzers, Seal Party, Wayward Jerry and La Onda.    Fireworks at dark at the Cove, admission is $12, cash only, there will […]

Friends of the Ukiah Library Book Sale host a book sale at the  Library on the first Friday and Saturday of every month.  Friday sale hours are from 4-7 PM and Saturday from 10 AM – 3 PM.

The Cricket & the Wren is a freshly conjured visual feast sprinkled with gorgeous imagery and athletically stunning skill from Flynn Creek Circus. Featuring aerialists, jugglers, knife throwers, and laugh out loud comedy, this circus blends classic storybook archetypes with imaginative new heroes. Flynn Creek Circus will be doing show in Mendocino at Friendship Park […]

July is Disability Pride Month, and this year Art Explores have organized a series of local events to raise awareness of the Disability Rights Movement.  For First Friday July 3 is the opening for the Art Explorers show, HERE WE ARE: Disability Pride in California, a group exhibition featuring artwork from progressive art studios across […]

First Friday join Pacific Textile Arts to  interact with and participate in Redwood Time - a  project initiated by Larry Spring Museum  and weaving a contemporary vision of time and local history that centers around the C.R. Johnson Memorial Round* particularly the dendrochronological timeline that is placed upon it.   (*The C.R. Johnson Memorial Redwood […]

This week is First Friday in Downtown Fort Bragg when Franklin from Pine to Alder and the block of McPhreson from Laurel and Redwood all become the Entertainment Zone where you can get to-go adult drinks and wonder freely within the designated Entertainment Zone.. Live music from Old Growth Jazz    

Medium Art Center and R.I.S.E. (Realizing Interdependent Success and Empowerment) to present its upcoming July juried group exhibition, The Music Within: Our Worlds Matter. an exhibition that supports neurodivergent artists and artists with disabilities, whether diagnosed or not, in celebration of Disability Pride Month. The theme of this show is represented in a quote: “Most […]

Friday night in Fort Bragg is skate night at the Old Rec Center from 6 to 8.  Rent a pair of skates of bring your own skates

Glorious is the the Mendocino Theater Company's summer production The true story of Florence Foster Jenkins— the worst singer in the world. Known as “the first lady of the sliding scale,” she warbled and screeched her way through evenings to bemused audiences in 1940’s New York. The play spins from Florence’s charity recitals and extravagant […]

Are you looking for something to do in the morning before the Worlds Largest Salmon BBQ & Mendocino 4th of July Parade?  Then come out and take part in the Red, White and Blue Run, held at the Coastal Trail in Fort Bragg.  Events include: 1/2 marathon, 10K Run, 5K Fun Run/Walk and a Kiddie […]

Come experience your Bureau of Land Management public lands on one of the free access on these days will be for U.S. citizens and residents only. Nonresidents will pay the regular standard amenity fee and any applicable nonresident fees. The BLM-managed lands, the fee-free days for 2026 are: Independence Day weekend (July 3–5) 80th Birthday […]

This year marks the  Willits Frontier Days 100th Annual Celebration, the them is "The Year of the Sweethearts". The two-week-long celebration includes CCPRA professional rodeo, parades, a beef barbecue, a carnival, pancake breakfast and country music, around Willits Willits Frontier Days – 2026 Events - Tentative Fri, June 26 6:00 pm Truck Pulls Jack Tharp […]

New to the world of birding, then you’ll want to join the Mendocino Coast Audubon Society Beginning Birding Walks the first Saturday of the month at the Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens

Volunteer help is needed for the Mendocino July 4th parade, before, during and after the parade.  If you have a couple of extra hours, email the Mendocino Coast Chamber of Commerce at chamber@mcn.org

Throughout the month of July Art Explorers’ Disability Pride programming, has partnered with local businesses to display artwork and educational materials throughout the County for the month. Each participating business will host a small installation consisting of two framed pieces: one featuring original artwork by an Art Explorers studio artist, and the other sharing information […]

Saturday July 4th Mendocino County Libraries will be Closed

Friends of the Ukiah Library Book Sale host a book sale at the  Library on the first Friday and Saturday of every month.  Friday sale hours are from 4-7 PM and Saturday from 10 AM – 3 PM.

4th of July weekend will be the Soroptimist Craft Fair, a special indoor/outdoor craft fair in and around Town Hall, in the heart of downtown Fort Bragg  July 4 and 5. Crafts, from fine woodwork to knick knacks, pottery, iron works, puzzles, jewelry, steam punk, clothing, knit crafts, and more!

The Mendocino Masonic Lodge will open its historic 1865 Lodge Room to the public for rare, once-a-year guided tours, providing presentations on Freemasonry by Masters of the Lodge.  Masonic Brothers will be on hand to speak with you and answer any questions throughout the tour. Freemasonry’s leadership in the American Revolution will be celebrated on […]

The City of Ukiah Recreation invites you to join them for the Annual 4th of July All-American Picnic in the Park at Todd Grove Park  Enjoy a day full of family fun, including: Free Hot Dogs barbequed by the Ukiah Valley Fire Authority (while supplies last!) Free Swimming, Inflatables,  an Art Zone. Bring your picnic […]

The 30th Annual Coyote Valley Big Time Celebration 2026, Kedi Wadim, will be on July 4th from 10am to 8pm. The 2026 BIG Time celebration is a special community event bringing families, youth, and elders together to enjoy a day of culture, connection, and celebration presented by the Coyote Valley Band of Pomo Indians. The […]

Kids Craft Time—Kids & families come and make a fun craft the 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month, 11 am-12 pm at the Fort Bragg Library. You bring the enthusiasm; they supply the rest!

The World’s Largest Salmon Barbecue on Saturday July 4th in South Noyo Harbor, with all proceeds going to the Salmon Restoration Association to improve salmon populations along the Mendocino County coast. The meal features grilled wild caught salmon, fresh corn on the cob, salad, and locally-sourced bread, coffee, wine and beer.  Tickets on sale at […]

Celebrate the Fourth of July on the Kelley House lawn, which offers the best parade viewing spots! Dance to DJ SlySir’s music, play some cornhole, and enjoy margaritas, wine, and beer Free admission, but donations appreciated.

July 4th is the Mendocino celebration of our nation lasting 250 Years.  Check in for Parade entrants is 10:30am. Parade starts at 12:00 noon. It will be a bit different this year: Judges will be roving. So there will not be a judges’ stand. Also no PA announcers so every seat will be a good […]

Riley Lemons: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM Adam Manus: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Blue Luke: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM Hot dogs & hamburgers BBQ’d all day.

Frankie's Pizza and Ice Cream Parlor will host their annual July 4TH Street Dance Party with great Community Fun featuring the talents of D.J. DLT, Moist Magnolia, and DJ Luis Avila. Open to all ages. Frankie's Street Party  takes place on Ukiah Street between Lansing and Howard in Mendocino. Music, Dancing, Food, Drinks from noon […]

The Cricket & the Wren is a freshly conjured visual feast sprinkled with gorgeous imagery and athletically stunning skill from Flynn Creek Circus. Featuring aerialists, jugglers, knife throwers, and laugh out loud comedy, this circus blends classic storybook archetypes with imaginative new heroes. Flynn Creek Circus will be doing show in Mendocino at Friendship Park […]

Glorious is the the Mendocino Theater Company's summer production The true story of Florence Foster Jenkins— the worst singer in the world. Known as “the first lady of the sliding scale,” she warbled and screeched her way through evenings to bemused audiences in 1940’s New York. The play spins from Florence’s charity recitals and extravagant […]

Tom Rush at Mendocino Music Festival July 23rd. Tom Rush Special will also be a podcast

Fort Bragg Independence Day Fireworks  Saturday, July 4, about 9:30 PM Watch from • South Coastal Trail at Noyo Headlands* • Pomo Bluffs Park • Todd Point Parking Area Fort Bragg Police will strictly enforce restrictions on illegal discharge of fireworks & open containers of alcohol in public. *$20 PARKING FEE CASH ONLY (to support […]

The morning of July 5th the place to be is cowboy breakfast at Willits Recreation Grove Park.xickets are available from the Sweetheart contestants and at the event.

Come experience your Bureau of Land Management public lands on one of the free access on these days will be for U.S. citizens and residents only. Nonresidents will pay the regular standard amenity fee and any applicable nonresident fees. The BLM-managed lands, the fee-free days for 2026 are: Independence Day weekend (July 3–5) 80th Birthday […]

This year marks the  Willits Frontier Days 100th Annual Celebration, the them is "The Year of the Sweethearts". The two-week-long celebration includes CCPRA professional rodeo, parades, a beef barbecue, a carnival, pancake breakfast and country music, around Willits Willits Frontier Days – 2026 Events - Tentative Fri, June 26 6:00 pm Truck Pulls Jack Tharp […]

This Summer the Mendocino Coast Recreation and Park is offering a Kids Pickleball Clinic at Mendocino Cove Resort. Starting July 7 there will be two sessions, 3rd and 4th graders and 5the other for 5th and 6th graders.  For all the details go to MCRPD website    

4th of July weekend will be the Soroptimist Craft Fair, a special indoor/outdoor craft fair in and around Town Hall, in the heart of downtown Fort Bragg  July 4 and 5. Crafts, from fine woodwork to knick knacks, pottery, iron works, puzzles, jewelry, steam punk, clothing, knit crafts, and more!

The annual Mendocino Dog Park benefit bake sale takes place Sunday July 5, 11:00 AM-3:00 PM. They will have tables outside Harvest at Mendosa’s on Lansing Street will showcase locally made treats, including gluten-free options, all proceeds donated to the Community Center of Mendocino Dog Park.   Can't make it to the back sale, Mendocino Dog […]

Saturday, 4th of July Mendocino Rotary Park will host a Makers Market, live music and barbecued hot dogs from11am to 4pm

Sunday July 5th will be the Point Arena Independence Weekend Parade on Main Street starting at noon

The fun of the fireworks can leave lots of post-holiday litter.  The City of Fort Bragg is taking part in an annual tradition of a mass clean up project at several locations stating at noon Sunday.  City employees will have buckets, gloves and trash sticks.  Meet them at the Noyo Headlands Parking Lot, Pomo Bluffs […]

Join CA State Park Interpreter and Elk local, Anica Williams, for a game of coastal bingo and discover the natural and human history of Greenwood State Beach.  All programs are free and open to the public Sunday afternoons. All Ages, but minors must be accompanied by an adult. Rain cancels. Location: Greenwood State Beach, Day […]

The Cricket & the Wren is a freshly conjured visual feast sprinkled with gorgeous imagery and athletically stunning skill from Flynn Creek Circus. Featuring aerialists, jugglers, knife throwers, and laugh out loud comedy, this circus blends classic storybook archetypes with imaginative new heroes. Flynn Creek Circus will be doing show in Mendocino at Friendship Park […]