Celebrate Cal Poly Humboldt’s Polytechnic Anniversary with Music, Community, and Fun

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A photo of a performance at the Arcata Theatre Lounge.
Local rapper, alum, and staff member B1G $UAV will open for The Distractions, a Cal Poly Humboldt all-staff cover band during the Cal Poly Humboldt Day celebration at the Arcata Theatre Lounge.
Get ready for a celebration of music and connection as Cal Poly Humboldt marks the anniversary of becoming the third polytechnic in the California State University system on Sunday, Jan. 26, at 4 p.m.

“This event is not just a chance to enjoy great music and connect with friends—it’s a celebration of how far Cal Poly Humboldt has come as a polytechnic university,” says Sara Novak, assistant director of Alumni Relations. “It’s a moment to honor our roots, look toward the future, and come together as a community to share in the pride and excitement of what makes Humboldt so special.”

Join Humboldt alumni, friends, families, faculty, and staff at the Arcata Theatre Lounge for an evening of live music featuring The Distractions, an all-staff cover band delivering crowd-favorite hits from the 80s and beyond. Local rapper, Humboldt alum, and current staff member, “B1G $UAV” (‘23, Wildlife) will join as an opener. His lyricism and flow speak on environmentalism and loving the earth.

Forever Humboldt’s first get-together of 2025 will bring people together to reconnect, reminisce, and celebrate the vibrant community and incredible progress Humboldt has made since becoming a polytechnic.

Event Details

  • When: Sunday, Jan. 26, 2025, at 4 p.m.
  • Where: Arcata Theatre Lounge, Arcata
  • Cost:
    • Free for students
    • $20 general admission (includes a beverage ticket, a limited-edition Cal Poly Humboldt beanie, and a $5 donation to the Humboldt Loyalty Fund)
  • Extras: Concessions available for purchase

This family-friendly event is open to attendees of all ages. Bring your loved ones and get ready to sing, dance, and share in the pride of Humboldt’s journey as a polytechnic university!

Don’t miss this memorable celebration. Register here to secure your spot today. For more information, contact Forever Humboldt at forever@humboldt.edu or call 707-826-3132.