The Dunsmuir Awards Gala is an annual celebration honoring residents, businesses, and organizations that have made outstanding contributions to the Dunsmuir community.

Held on Friday, May 1st, 2026, at the Brown Trout Building (formerly The Wheelhouse), this dinner serves as the official kickoff event for Dogwood Daze.

• Tickets include buffet-style dinner, catered by Chef Liza Wood of Lunchbox Dinners, free champagne, and one free drink (wine, beer, or soda). See menu below!

• Live music by The Roma Trio and Kevin & Tom!

• A fun evening celebrating our community!

Limited spaces available, get your tickets today!

2026 Gala Menu

Join us for 2nd Saturday! Learn more & get the map at dunsmuirsecondsaturday.com!

Join us for our Summer Chamber Mixer!

• Monday, March 16, 5:30-7pm

• Jubilee Railroad, 100 Railroad Park Rd.

• Catering by The Dining Car!

Join us for 2nd Saturday! Learn more & get the map at dunsmuirsecondsaturday.com!

Help us ring in the new year with an evening of electronic music instruments played by masters of the craft.

• Saturday, January 3rd, at 4pm (doors open 3:45pm)

• Cedar Grove Center, 4303 Oak St. Dunsmuir, CA

• $10 suggested donation

Sponsored by the Dunsmuir Chamber of Commerce

Save the date for Dunsmuir’s 41st Annual Candles in the Canyon Festival & 2nd Saturday Art Walk!

Holiday Crafts, Bake Sale, Raffle, Tree & Menorah Lighting, Christmas Choir, Caroling, Fire Pits & S’mores, Hot Cocoa Bar, Visit with Santa, Cookie Decorating, Art Galleries, Shopping, Delicious Restaurants, & More!

Stay tuned for the detailed schedule & map, coming soon!

"Excerpts from Handel's Messiah" performed by The Inland Isle Singers

Saturday, Dec, 13th, 3pm (Doors open 2:30pm)

Cedar Grove, 4303 Oak St. Dunsmuir

Suggested donation is $10-$20 at the door

The Inland Isle Singers, a choir from the Mt. Shasta area, will be joined by a small ensemble of musicians, and will offer such famous solo and choral works as “Every Valley,” “And the Glory of the Lord,” “For unto us a Child is born,” and will conclude with the stirring “Hallelujah Chorus.”

The Inland Isle Singers, who include The Inland Isle Men’s Quartet, have been offering concerts in the area for over 20 years and most recently have been involved with three productions of “A Christmas Carol” by Charles Dickens in Mt. Shasta.

There will be an open dress rehearsal on Friday, December 12th at 7:00pm for those who cannot attend the Saturday performance. For more information, please call (530) 938-3579.

Join us for 2nd Saturday! Learn more & get the map at dunsmuirsecondsaturday.com!

Ceremonia Día de los Muertos

Public Altar • Vigil • Potluck

Saturday, Nov 1, 6-10pm

Cedar Grove, 4303 Oak St, Dunsmuir

Join Jessica Quetzali & Becky Navarrette in a traditional sacred evening in reverence to the wisdom of the Mexica (Meshika) tradition and lineage, as we honor & commemorate our ancestors entering the spirit world. Together we will build a community altar, share food, prayers, stories, & close the night with music by DJ Dimah & dancing in their memory.

Please bring: Marigolds, flowers, candles, photos, or other offerings for the altar & dish or drink

to share for the community potluck

Suggested donation: $20 (No one will be turned away)

Let us gather in love, remembrance, & celebration of those who came before us and those that have left too soon.

All are welcome

Come celebrate the newly restored Pine St. Mural!

Free food by Jimmy’s BBQ • Live DJ • Community

Sunday, Nov. 2nd, 4-6pm

Lower Pine Street, Dunsmuir

Generously sponsored by the Community Foundation of the North State

Join us for our Summer Chamber Mixer!

• Monday, June 2, 5:30-7pm

• Dunsmuir Lodge, 6604 Dunsmuir Ave

• Catering by Tootsie’s!

Dunsmuir’s Annual City-Wide Yard Sale

Saturday, May 24th, Dawn til Dusk

See you there!

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.

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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.

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!

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