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usic, art, beer, rodeos, festivals, and more. Whatever your interest, Fortuna has you covered with events throughout the year. For up-to-date information on what is happening in Fortuna visit www.fortunachamber.com/ events.
JANUARY Wedding & Event Faire. The River Lodge Conference Center hosts this annual event featuring local and regional vendors for all your wedding and event needs. Attendees can find gift registries, photographers, venues to rent, florists, caterers, bakers, coordinators, travel locations, formal wear, décor, and more. Admission $10. Second Sunday in January.
MARCH
Daffodil Festival. The Fortuna Garden Club’s annual Daffodil Show features more than 600 stems of the sunny flowers on display. Fourth Saturday in March. For information, call (707) 725-7572 for dates. Home-Based Business Expo. A showcase of some of Fortuna’s 170+ home-based businesses. Hosted by the Fortuna Business Improvement District. Call (707) 725-9261 for details.
JUNE
Farmers’ Market. Fresh local produce, live plants, fresh baked goods, local handmade products, and more. First Tuesday in June until last Tuesday in October. For information, visit northcoastgrowersassociation.org. Lemonade Day. Celebrate and encourage the empowerment of young entrepreneurs. First Saturday in June. For more information, visit lemonadeday.org/humboldtcounty. Citywide Yard Sale. Centered in Downtown Fortuna, Main Street and adjoining side streets are filled with sellers of antiques, collectibles, and rummage. The rest of town joins in with yard and garage sales all over. First Saturday in June. Art and Wine in the Park. A perfect way to start the summer, this event in Rohner Park features hundreds of wines from local and regional vintners, a fine arts area, and a crafts market to browse and shop. Second Sunday in June.
JULY
3rd of July Fortuna Fireworks. Independence Day a little early in Friendly Fortuna with family fun, a BBQ, music, and fireworks from 5:30 -10:30 PM on July 3, in Newburg Park. Fortuna Rodeo. Celebrating its 100th year in 2021, the rodeo itself culminates a week of fun and games for the family. Beginning Monday, enjoy the annual Chili Cook-Off sponsored by the Fortuna Chamber of Commerce in Downtown Fortuna. There are daily activities throughout town, including the Junior Rodeo on Wednesday and Thursday. On Friday night, catch the popular event “Bullfighters Only.” Saturday
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