Festival Schedule


The Shop

08:30 AM to 04:15 PM - May 28

Stop by The Shop to see our festival themed decor and incredible drinks and snacks! We are also participating in the Forest Moon Festival scavenger hunt!

Forest Moon "Seek & Selfie" Game

09:00 AM to 09:00 PM - May 28

Play the “Forest Moon Seek & Selfie” Game to win a pair of round-trip tickets on Advanced Airlines with non-stop service to/from Oakland or Los Angeles to Crescent City. Pose for a photo with 18 classic Star Wars life-size cardboard characters at participating business locations throughout Crescent City from May 23–30 during the 2026 Forest Moon Festival for a chance to win! Increase your odds by visiting each location and scanning the QR code to enter. Click the "Ticketing Info" link to see all the locations participating in the Seek and Selfie game! The prize winner will be announced at Saturday’s Family Day at Beachfront Park in Crescent City on May 30 at 2:45 PM. You do not need to be present to win. Visit each vendor table at the free movie screening on Friday, May 29 and Family Day on Saturday, May 30 for extra chances to win! Post your photos to Instagram and/or Facebook, and tag @VisitDelNorteCounty and @AdvancedAirlines for more chances to win! Heads up: This is separate from the Forest Moon Festival’s Scavenger Hunt QR Code Game. This is another fun activity for attendees to enjoy while exploring Del Norte County!

Sisters Clothing Collective

11:00 AM to 05:00 PM - May 28

Scavenger hunt participants will recieve 10% off their total purchase. We have hand curated vintage/second-hand "themed" items. There will also be a photo booth area to take group pics or selfies just like last year!

T's Sweet Candle Creations

11:00 AM to 05:00 PM - May 28

Stop by my shop as I'll have Forest Moon themed candles and other fabulous creations! :)

JuJuBee’s

11:00 AM to 05:00 PM - May 28

Stop by our shop to enjoy our wares for your younglings of all ages!

FOREST MOON HQ AT THE REDWOOD COAST MUSEUM OF CINEMA

11:00 AM to 04:00 PM - May 28

Visit the Redwood Coast Museum of Cinema, the Home Base for the Forest Moon Festival. Stop in anytime to shop FMF gear, explore the STAR WARS: RETURN OF THE JEDI exhibit, and discover our region’s rich film history.

Forest Moon Festival Opening Night: A Disturbance in the Force (TICKETED EVENT)

06:00 PM to 09:30 PM - May 28

An intimate, immersive evening inside the Forest Moon Exhibit featuring a private screening of A Disturbance in the Force with Producer Kyle Newman at the Redwood Coast Museum of Cinema, live Q&A, themed food and drinks reception, and exclusive one-night-only collectibles. This limited capacity experience is designed for a small audience, creating a rare opportunity to connect more personally with the film, the filmmaker, and the Forest Moon Festival environment. View details to find ticketing info!

The Shop

08:30 AM to 04:15 PM - May 29

Stop by The Shop to see our festival themed decor and incredible drinks and snacks! We are also participating in the Forest Moon Festival scavenger hunt!

Forest Moon "Seek & Selfie" Game

09:00 AM to 09:00 PM - May 29

Play the “Forest Moon Seek & Selfie” Game to win a pair of round-trip tickets on Advanced Airlines with non-stop service to/from Oakland or Los Angeles to Crescent City. Pose for a photo with 18 classic Star Wars life-size cardboard characters at participating business locations throughout Crescent City from May 23–30 during the 2026 Forest Moon Festival for a chance to win! Increase your odds by visiting each location and scanning the QR code to enter. Click the "Ticketing Info" link to see all the locations participating in the Seek and Selfie game! The prize winner will be announced at Saturday’s Family Day at Beachfront Park in Crescent City on May 30 at 2:45 PM. You do not need to be present to win. Visit each vendor table at the free movie screening on Friday, May 29 and Family Day on Saturday, May 30 for extra chances to win! Post your photos to Instagram and/or Facebook, and tag @VisitDelNorteCounty and @AdvancedAirlines for more chances to win! Heads up: This is separate from the Forest Moon Festival’s Scavenger Hunt QR Code Game. This is another fun activity for attendees to enjoy while exploring Del Norte County!

JuJuBee’s

11:00 AM to 05:00 PM - May 29

Stop by our shop to enjoy our wares for your younglings of all ages!

FOREST MOON HQ AT THE REDWOOD COAST MUSEUM OF CINEMA

11:00 AM to 08:30 PM - May 29

Visit the Redwood Coast Museum of Cinema, the Home Base for the Forest Moon Festival. Stop in anytime to shop FMF gear, explore the STAR WARS: RETURN OF THE JEDI exhibit, and discover our region’s rich film history.

Sisters Clothing Collective

11:00 AM to 05:00 PM - May 29

Scavenger hunt participants will recieve 10% off their total purchase. We have hand curated vintage/second-hand "themed" items. There will also be a photo booth area to take group pics or selfies just like last year!

T’s Sweet candle creations

05:00 PM to 08:30 PM - May 29

Stop by my booth as I'll have Forest Moon themed candles and other fabulous creations! :)

Turn the Page Mobile Bookshop, LLC

05:00 PM to 08:30 PM - May 29

Looking for some fun books? Stop by my mobile bookshop for all sorts of festival themed bits of literature!

Tickle Me Tummy

05:00 PM to 11:00 PM - May 29

Stop by our food booth as we are offering homemade baked goods along with a bbq/grilled full menu & soft drinks. Be sure to check out our festival-themed baked goods!

Movies in the Park - Free Beachfront Movie Screening

05:00 PM to 11:00 PM - May 29

Grab your blanket, chairs, and nostalgia then join us at Beachfront Park! for festivities Come watch a FREE community screening of STAR WARS: RETURN OF THE JEDI. Food vendors and other fun Forest Moon Festival themed pop-ups will be present! Vendors open at 5 pm Live music by Del Norte High School Jazz Band 5:30-7 pm Costumers will be present from 7:30pm-8:30pm!

Smith River Brewing company (mobile)

05:00 PM to 11:00 PM - May 29

Stop by our truck for some delicious Mexican street food!

Dandelion Bakery

05:00 PM to 11:00 PM - May 29

Selling baked goods such as cinnamon rolls, cookies, brownies, and bread.

All Day Comics

05:30 PM to 08:30 PM - May 29

Come find me at: Friday Night Market in Old Town Eureka with cool collectibles and memorabilia! Saturday Family Day at Sequoia Park and panel discussion!

Eureka Friday Night Market

05:30 PM to 08:30 PM - May 29

Friday Night Market, A fun stop on the tour of The Forest Moon Festival. Come enjoy delicious local food, vendors, and live music while exploring Old Town Eureka. Come dressed up and be part of the Galactic Immersion Experience!

Kyber Cave

05:30 PM to 08:30 PM - May 29

Stop by our booth to check out our Combat Sabers!

FRIDAY NIGHT MARKET: FOREST MOON TAKEOVER AT THE MUSEUM

05:30 PM to 08:30 PM - May 29

Join us during Friday Night Market as the Museum comes alive with a Forest Moon takeover—live KSLG broadcast, special guest meet & greets, and an elevated Return of the Jedi experience.

Eutierria Essence

05:30 PM to 08:30 PM - May 29

We will be offering Forest Moon–inspired, nature-infused creations including themed crystal trees, hand-dyed tie-dye garments, and sun catchers that reflect the magic and energy of the woodland environment. Our booth will be thoughtfully decorated to create an immersive, forest-inspired atmosphere for festival-goers. To add a special interactive element, we will be gifting “kyber crystals” to those who feel called whether guided by the unseen energy around them or simply drawn to the spirit of the forest creating a meaningful and memorable experience.

Clocktables Time Vault

06:30 PM to 08:30 PM - May 29

Selling hand craft items, toys, comics, TCG

Lets Deal Retro

07:30 PM to 11:00 PM - May 29

Friday and Saturday at Beachfront park. A Festival themed booth with the best deals in the known galaxy! A massive collection of vintage video games, and an archive worthy supply of toys and collectibles smuggled in from a galaxy far far away. A must for any true Star Wars fan!

The Shop

07:30 PM to 11:00 PM - May 29

We will have drinks inspired by the evening's event, with snacks and decorations inspired by festival's theme!

The Shop

08:30 AM to 04:15 PM - May 30

Stop by The Shop to see our festival themed decor and incredible drinks and snacks! We are also participating in the Forest Moon Festival scavenger hunt!

Forest Moon Farmers' Market at Arcata Plaza

10:30 AM to 01:30 PM - May 30

The Arcata Plaza Farmers' Market will transform into a Forest Moon Market, complete with a band, themed costumers, and other pop up activities that are fun and free for all ages!

Redwoods Wonder Forge

11:00 AM to 03:00 PM - May 30

Our organization is working with Crescent City to provide 5 family friendly free activities for the family day at Beachfront Park. There are a total of 5 separate activities we are providing. Competition Robotics Demos and Shooting Game, Balloon Popping Droid Battles, DIY Mini Light Swords, DIY Hologram craft, Launching paper rockets with compressed air.

Lets Deal Retro

11:00 AM to 03:00 PM - May 30

Friday and Saturday at Beachfront park. A Festival themed booth with the best deals in the known galaxy! A massive collection of vintage video games, and an archive worthy supply of toys and collectibles smuggled in from a galaxy far far away. A must for any true Star Wars fan!

FOREST MOON HQ AT THE REDWOOD COAST MUSEUM OF CINEMA

11:00 AM to 06:00 PM - May 30

Visit the Redwood Coast Museum of Cinema, the Home Base for the Forest Moon Festival. Stop in anytime to shop FMF gear, explore the STAR WARS: RETURN OF THE JEDI exhibit, and discover our region’s rich film history.

Dandelion Bakery

11:00 AM to 03:00 PM - May 30

Selling baked goods cookies, bread, brownies, cinnamon rolls, and chocolate covered Oreos.

Tickle Me Tummy

11:00 AM to 03:00 PM - May 30

Stop by our food booth as we are offering homemade baked goods along with a bbq/grilled full menu & soft drinks. Be sure to check out our festival-themed baked goods!

Smith River Brewing company (mobile)

11:00 AM to 03:00 PM - May 30

Stop by our truck for some delicious Mexican street food!

Sisters Clothing Collective

11:00 AM to 04:00 PM - May 30

Scavenger hunt participants will recieve 10% off their total purchase. We have hand curated vintage/second-hand "themed" items. There will also be a photo booth area to take group pics or selfies just like last year!

JuJuBee’s

11:00 AM to 05:00 PM - May 30

Stop by our shop to enjoy our wares for your younglings of all ages!

Turn the Page Mobile Bookshop, LLC

11:00 AM to 03:00 PM - May 30

Looking for some fun books? Stop by my mobile bookshop for all sorts of festival themed bits of literature!

Forest Moon "Seek & Selfie" Game

11:00 AM to 03:00 PM - May 30

Play the “Forest Moon Seek & Selfie” Game to win a pair of round-trip tickets on Advanced Airlines with non-stop service to/from Oakland or Los Angeles to Crescent City. Pose for a photo with 18 classic Star Wars life-size cardboard characters at participating business locations throughout Crescent City from May 23–30 during the 2026 Forest Moon Festival for a chance to win! Increase your odds by visiting each location and scanning the QR code to enter. Click the "Ticketing Info" link to see all the locations participating in the Seek and Selfie game! The prize winner will be announced at Saturday’s Family Day at Beachfront Park in Crescent City on May 30 at 2:45 PM. You do not need to be present to win. Visit each vendor table at the free movie screening on Friday, May 29 and Family Day on Saturday, May 30 for extra chances to win! Post your photos to Instagram and/or Facebook, and tag @VisitDelNorteCounty and @AdvancedAirlines for more chances to win! Heads up: This is separate from the Forest Moon Festival’s Scavenger Hunt QR Code Game. This is another fun activity for attendees to enjoy while exploring Del Norte County!

Family Day at Beachfront Park

11:00 AM to 03:00 PM - May 30

Local Vendors, Celebrity appearances, Professional costumers on scene, music, obstacle course, Ewok Costume Contest, General Costume Contest.

Defe’s Cosina

11:00 AM to 03:00 PM - May 30

Our truck will be decorated in Festival theme! Stop on by for some delicious food and drinks!

Clocktables Time Vault

11:00 AM to 03:00 PM - May 30

Selling hand crafted items, toys, comics, TCG and other collectibles

Kyber Cave

01:00 PM to 09:00 PM - May 30

Stop by our booth to check out our Combat Sabers!

Karen Gordon's Cartoons

01:00 PM to 09:00 PM - May 30

Stop by my booth at Sequoia Park for festival themed Cartoon portraits! Get yourself immortalized in my cartoon portraits!

Knotty Critterz

01:00 PM to 09:00 PM - May 30

Stop by our booth at Sequoia Park Family Day and Screening for out of this world handmade stuffies! I'm also participating in the scavenger hunt game so be sure to stop by!

Fluff and Stuff by Simon Elliott

01:00 PM to 09:00 PM - May 30

Stop by our booth at Sequoia Park's Family Day & Screening on Saturday! We will be decorating our booth, staff will be in costumes, and enjoy some festival themed foods!

Sweet Treats Ice Cream Truck

01:00 PM to 09:00 PM - May 30

Bringing back the nostalgia of the Ice Cream Truck experience, I will be selling packaged ice creams from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, to other fun treats!

All Day Comics

01:00 PM to 09:00 PM - May 30

Come find me at: Friday Night Market in Old Town Eureka with cool collectibles and memorabilia! Saturday Family Day at Sequoia Park and panel discussion!

Toadforestrocks

01:00 PM to 09:00 PM - May 30

Stop by our booth at the Saturday Family Day at Sequoia Park! We will be decorating the booth and will be in costumes!

Mariquita Matcha

01:00 PM to 09:00 PM - May 30

Stop by my booth for themed goods!

RosieLou Designs

01:00 PM to 09:00 PM - May 30

Star wars 3d Prints (Vader and Storm Troopers)

Sequoia Siren

01:00 PM to 09:00 PM - May 30

We'll be representing the Forest Moon of Endor (the redwoods!). We'll be bringing back our themed jewlery collection from last year including Bigfoot with chewbacca's bandolier, 'Grogu Snack' bullfrogs (they are invasive, follow his example and eat these invasive species!), Light-Axe's, and more! Thanks to suggests from last year, we'll be expanding this collection with even more pieces designed to represent the Redwood's biodiversity through the lenses of the Star Wars universe. We'll be dressing up, having themed items, decorating our booth, and are ready to join the fun. :)

Eutierria Essence

01:00 PM to 09:00 PM - May 30

We will be offering Forest Moon–inspired, nature-infused creations including themed crystal trees, hand-dyed tie-dye garments, and sun catchers that reflect the magic and energy of the woodland environment. Our booth will be thoughtfully decorated to create an immersive, forest-inspired atmosphere for festival-goers. To add a special interactive element, we will be gifting “kyber crystals” to those who feel called whether guided by the unseen energy around them or simply drawn to the spirit of the forest creating a meaningful and memorable experience.

Same Sunset Design

02:00 PM to 09:00 PM - May 30

Stop by the booth at Sequoia Park's Family Day and Screening to explore my Forest Moon themed handmade jewelry!

City of Eureka's Family Day at Sequoia Park

02:00 PM to 04:00 PM - May 30

• Free inflatable sabers • Costume contest • Scavenger Hunt • Coloring station • Temporary tattoos

Dorkwing Crafts

02:00 PM to 09:00 PM - May 30

Stop by our booth at Sequoia Park for some high quality, crocheted plushies that are Forest Moon themed.

Forest Moon: Star Wars Universe Panel Q & A

04:30 PM to 05:30 PM - May 30

Join Kevin Thompson (Ewok performer, STAR WARS: RETURN OF THE JEDI), Kyle Newman (filmmaker, author, A Disturbance in the Force), Matt Michnovetz (writer, Star Wars: The Clone Wars, The Bad Batch), and Mike Hansen (Star Wars comics historian and editor) for a live panel beneath the redwoods. This Event is FREE!! Moderated by the Humboldt Del Norte Film Commission. Audience Q&A included.

Forest Fest at Sequoia Park Zoo (TICKETED EVENT)

06:00 PM to 09:00 PM - May 30

Guests 21 and over are invited to come to the park side to enjoy brews and bites, meet special guests, explore the Redwood Sky Walk at twilight, and see some of the alien animals that call Earth home. May the forest be with you! Purchase tickets in advance for a smooth experience. See details for ticket info!

Movies in the Park - Free Sequoia Park Screening

06:30 PM to 11:00 PM - May 30

Bring your chairs, blankets, and family then venture on to Sequoia Park for our FREE community screening of STAR WARS: RETURN OF THE JEDI. Enjoy a unique experience watching the film while surrounded by our natural redwood trees that makes The Forest Moon so iconic. Costumers will be present from 6:30pm-8:30pm!

The Shop

08:30 AM to 04:15 PM - May 31

Stop by The Shop to see our festival themed decor and incredible drinks and snacks! We are also participating in the Forest Moon Festival scavenger hunt!

Forest Moon Festival Pancake Breakfast by Scouting BSA Troop 1027 (TICKETED EVENT)

08:30 AM to 11:00 AM - May 31

As the final day sets on the Forest Moon, before you make the journey home, join us for a fun-filled morning at the Forest Moon Festival Pancake Breakfast! This in-person event is perfect for anyone who loves fluffy pancakes and great company. Come hang out, enjoy some delicious eats, and soak up the awesome festival vibes. Don’t miss out on starting your day the yummiest way possible! Check the details page for ticketing info!

FOREST MOON HQ AT THE REDWOOD COAST MUSEUM OF CINEMA

11:00 AM to 01:00 PM - May 31

Visit the Redwood Coast Museum of Cinema, the Home Base for the Forest Moon Festival. Stop in anytime to shop FMF gear, explore the STAR WARS: RETURN OF THE JEDI exhibit, and discover our region’s rich film history.

Sisters Clothing Collective

12:00 PM to 04:00 PM - May 31

Scavenger hunt participants will recieve 10% off their total purchase. We have hand curated vintage/second-hand "themed" items. There will also be a photo booth area to take group pics or selfies just like last year!

Revenge of the Spaceballs

02:00 PM to 04:00 PM - May 31

Hosting an Essential Cinema matinee screening of Space Balls in honor of Mel Brooks' 100th birthday.

Understanding Festival Destinations

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  EVENTS

Scheduled experiences you don’t want to miss


  FESTIVAL STOPS

Pop ups at events and Brick-and-Mortar businesses offering Forest Moon Themed experiences; many are part of the Passport and/or Scavenger Hunt!


  PARTICIPATING BUSINESSES

Local spots offering specials, participating in Scavenger Hunt/Passport, and/or themed experiences

PASSPORT STOP

These stops are participating in the Forest Moon Passport Game. Purchases are required to obtain badges. Whoever collects the most badges the fastest wins top prize!

SCAVENGER HUNT STOP

These stops are participating in the Forest Moon Scavenger Hunt. No purchase necessary to obtain these digital badges. Whoever collects the most the fastest can win big prizes!