Sponsored by the Point Arena Merchants Association, the 2nd annual Point Arena Hemp Hops & Harvest Festival presents the best of the season at the cove in a fall celebration showcasing the versatility of hemp, pleasurable flavors of local beers (hops) and the richly colorful and nutritious bounty of local produce & food products.

Historian Steve Oliff leads fascinating, free Point Arena History Tours beginning at Arena Market at 10:45 a.m. and 12:45 p.m. Hemp clothing and accessories will be offered by creative cove merchant, One Weave. MECCA will be on hand to share information on medical marijuana and many food booths will feature Hemp in their recipes.

Nearly 30 beers from around the county, state and the world will be available for tasting. $10 buys a commemorative mug and 5 tasting tickets. Highlights of the Harvest include hand-pressed cider, jams & chutneys, local mustards, smoothies, candied apples, organic tacos, home baked pies and much more.

Local artists will be selling jewelry, plants, spices, salves and lotions. Live music by James' Purple Jam Band will be followed by a performance by Bryn Harris & Friends.

In the evening, the music moves uptown to the Arena Theater with Janiva Magnus. The show begins 8 p.m.

Guests are invited to enjoy the essence of Point Arena at its premier location--Arena Cove. Proceeds from this fun event help fund the purchase of daffodil bulbs for the Flower Power Festival held every March.

Events are not guaranteed. It is your responsibility to confirm before going.