Arcata Community Center 321 Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Parkway, Arcata, CA 95521

Welcome to the Arcata Community Center, your premier venue for hosting a wide range of events in the heart of Arcata, California. Conveniently located at 321 Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Parkway, our spacious facility offers a central location easily accessible from Highway 101, and is adjacent to the Sports Complex and HealthSPORT.

Our 8,800 square foot multipurpose room is designed to accommodate events of all sizes, from grand concerts to intimate wedding receptions. With a variety of rooms and flexible options, the Arcata Community Center is perfect for any occasion.

To reserve your event space, please contact the Arcata Recreation Division Office at 707-822-7091. A completed Arcata Community Center Use Permit (PDF) must be submitted at least four weeks before your event date, along with a facility use deposit to secure your booking. Please note that insurance is required for all building rentals.

We offer competitive deposit rates, with a $500 deposit for general building rentals and a $1,600 deposit for concert rentals. Deposits are refundable if there are no damages and the facility is left clean. In the event of a cancellation less than three months prior, the deposit will not be refunded. However, if we can rebook the facility, half of the deposit will be returned.

Rental fees are due 30 days prior to your event, and the all-day rate covers the hours from 8 a.m. to 1 a.m., including cleanup. Requests for extended hours are subject to city approval and may incur additional costs. Any changes to the Facility Use Permit made less than 30 days before the event require city approval and may involve extra charges. All changes must be submitted in writing.

Non-profit organizations can benefit from a 20% discount, provided they supply their federal tax-exempt identification number and ensure that 100% of the event proceeds benefit the renting agency. School districts within Arcata must have joint use agreements on file to receive discounts. Please note, discounts do not apply to the concert rate or actual labor costs for event preparation.

For commercial events, such as sales meetings and business training, we offer a non-subsidized commercial rate to ensure a successful and professional gathering.

Our dedicated Recreation Division staff will be on hand to assist with the setup and takedown of city-owned equipment, including tables, chairs, stages, and audio/visual gear, ensuring your event runs smoothly from start to finish.

Choose the Arcata Community Center for your next event and experience exceptional service in a versatile, welcoming environment. We look forward to helping you create memorable moments.