Upcoming Events in Dunsmuir
Dogwood Daze
Poster by Local Artist Brenda Montaño
Join us for the return of Dunsmuir’s Dogwood Daze!
Friday, May 9th
5:30pm: Dunsmuir Awards Gala at Dunsmuir Community Building, 4841 Dunsmuir Avenue *Please note: Advanced tickets required.
Saturday, May 10th
10am: Hedgecreek Falls Herb Walk with Cara Saunders, herbalist from Bear Wallow Herbs. Follow Cara along the trail of Hedge Creek Falls to learn the health benefits of local plants. Meet at the Hedge Creek Falls trailhead at 10am, 4131 Dunsmuir Ave.
10am–2pm:
Bee Kind Bakery
10am–12pm: Live music by Wendy James & Dave Reynolds
Artisan Vendors
Dunsmuir Community Garden
Kids Gardening Activities hosted by Dunsmuir CRC
Kids Art Activities hosted by North State Parent
Pine Street Plaza
Art Activities hosted by Siskiyou County Arts Council
Artisan Vendors
Dogwood Treasure Hunt (stop by Chamber booth for more info!)
10:45–11:45am: Live Music by Joy Desperate
12–2pm: Live Music by Allison Scull & Victor Martin
11:30am: Tour of Dunsmuir Botanical Gardens with Horticulturalist Ernie Wasson
12pm: Live Music at Siskiyou Arts Museum with Mike Wright’s Trombone Quartet
1pm: Tour of Tauhindauli Park with Angel Gomez
2pm: Dunsmuir Library Spring Open House
3-5pm: Iruai Wine Tasting at Cobra Lily
4-7pm: Dunsmuir 2nd Saturday Art Walk (see dunsmuirsecondsaturday.com for details!)
5-6:30pm: Live Music by Mike Yee & Tim Kovac at Cornerstone Café
6-8pm: Live Music by Miller Carr, Cobra Lily Bar
7pm: Shasta Stories New Films Screening at Bee Kind Bakery
Sunday, May 11th
Mother’s Day Brunch Special Menu & Live Music by Allison & Victor at Cornerstone Café
12pm: Mother’s Day Potluck at Dunsmuir Botanical Gardens hosted by Revive Church. Revive will be grilling up hamburgers with all the fixings, free for all! Please bring a dish to share.
Apply to Vend at Dogwood Daze!
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Dunsmuir Awards Gala
SOLD OUT!
AWARDS WINNERS
Thank you, community, for your nominations! After carefully reviewing all submissions, our committee has identified the standout winners who received the most nominations. We invite you to join us in celebrating the exceptional achievements of our 2025 Awards Winners!
Alexander Dunsmuir Award: Ray Kellar – A special distinction awarded for exceptional service and dedication to the community over 10 years or more.
Citizen of the Year: Grace Sanchez – Recognizing an individual who has made a significant positive impact on Dunsmuir.
Business of the Year: Bee Kind Bakery & Catering – Celebrating a local business that exemplifies excellence and community support.
Teachers of the Year: DES: Susan Keeler, DHS: Jake Mekeel, CRS: David Sommers – Honoring educators who inspire and make a difference.
Shasta Stories: New Films Screening
Join us at Bee Kind Bakery, 5853 Sacramento Ave, for a FREE film screening event for two new episodes of Shasta Stories by local filmmaker Autie Carlisle.
In “We Exist,” Sweet Bean Selene and Buck Grochol talk about Dunsmuir’s railroad culture, from engineers to hobos, music, and more.
“Full Circle” shares Franklin Thom’s journey to learn his native tongue and give the Karuk language back to Yreka.
Shasta Stories is a Docuseries about Humanity & Siskiyou County. Learn more at www.autiecarlisle.com/shastastories.
City-Wide Yard Sale
Dunsmuir’s Annual City-Wide Yard Sale
Saturday, May 24th, Dawn til Dusk
$10 fee to secure your spot on the official Yard Sale Map!
Sign up by May 1st!
Railroad Days
Save the Dates for Railroad Days!
Craft & Food Vendors
Cornhole Tournament
Soap Box Derby
Kid Zone
Live Entertainment
Show & Shine Car Show
Battle of the Bands
Parade
For more information reach out to dunsmuir.railroad.days@gmail.com
River & Rail Brewfest
Get Ready for a Brew-tiful Day in Dunsmuir!
Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Majestic Mount Shasta, the River & Rail Brewfest is one of the West Coast’s longest-running and most beloved beer festivals!
Join us in Dunsmuir, California, for an unforgettable day filled with ice-cold craft brews and bold homebrews from some of the best breweries around.
🍻 Sip & Savor: Enjoy a handpicked selection of craft beers from top West Coast breweries, plus unique local homebrews you won’t find anywhere else!
🎶 Live Music & Entertainment: Dance, sing, or just kick back and soak in the festive vibes.
🍔 Delicious Local Eats: Fuel your fun with mouthwatering food from top-notch local vendors.
🎯 Games & Activities for Kids (and their Grown-ups!): Giant bubbles, cornhole, giant Jenga and other lawn games for all ages!
🎨 Artisan & Craft Vendors: Discover local artisans showcasing their best work.
Whether you're a beer enthusiast, a foodie, a music lover, or just looking for a great time, the River & Rail Brewfest is the perfect place to celebrate good drinks, good vibes, and good company.
Don’t miss out—grab your ticket and get ready to raise a glass in the heart of Northern California! 🍻
Learn more and get tickets at www.riverandrailsbrewfest.com
Dunsmuir Steampunk Festival
Save the Date for the Dunsmuir Steampunk Festival!
Costume Contest
Kids Activities
Pie Social
Live Music
Beer Garden
Food & Craft Vendors
Visit dunsmuirsteampunkfestival.com to learn more!
Volunteer Fair
Join us for the Dunsmuir Volunteer Fair!
Looking for ways to give back to your community or connect with local organizations? Come to the Dunsmuir Volunteer Fair on Sunday, April 13, from 1:00 to 3:00 PM at the Dunsmuir High School Gym!
This is a fantastic opportunity to meet local nonprofits, service groups, and community organizations that are making a difference. Whether you’re looking to volunteer, explore new causes, or network with others who care about our community, this event is for you!
Are you part of an organization that needs volunteers? We invite local groups to sign up for a table to showcase their mission and connect with potential volunteers. Reserve your spot today and help grow your team!
Sign up for a table with the form below!
Water is Love: Film Screening for World Water Day
On Saturday, March 22nd, at Bee Kind Bakery, we will host a community screening of "Water Is Love: Ripples of Regeneration." This poignant documentary delves into the intricate relationship between communities and their water sources. The film highlights the challenges faced by various communities worldwide in ensuring sustainable water management and showcases inspiring stories of resilience and regeneration, and emphasizes the important ripple effects of community-driven efforts in water conservation that could result in climate resilience.
Location: Bee Kind Bakery, 5853 Sacramento Ave., Dunsmuir, CA
Suggested Donation: $10-$15
Event Time: Doors open at 7 pm, film begins at 7:30 p.m.
A facilitated community discussion will follow the film.
Small bites will be provided, & drinks will be available for purchase
Our intention is to gather our community to reflect on our connection to water and to learn about the current initiatives taking place to steward this resource. If you have been feeling the desire to deepen your connection to water, this event is a beautiful opportunity to begin.
For more information about the film, check out: waterislovefilm.org
Dunsmuir 2nd Saturday Art Walk
Gallery shows, live music, shopping, food & drinks every 2nd Saturday of the month, 4pm–late in downtown Dunsmuir!
Winter Mixer!
All members of the Dunsmuir business community are welcome to join us for our Winter Mixer!
Mix and mingle with members of the Dunsmuir Chamber and wider business community, enjoy refreshments catered by Cornerstone Café, and hear from Darmera Studio founders Cody and Davis about their business journey and all the good stuff they are bringing to the Dunsmuir community through Darmera. We will also be sharing our new and improved Chamber Membership Benefits!
When: Monday, February 10th, 5-6:30pm
Where: Darmera Studio, 5728 Dunsmuir Ave.
See you there!