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An annual three-day human-powered sculpture race in Humboldt County, California, known as the 'Triathlon of the Art World,' challenging art machines and their pilots across diverse terrains including land, sand, mud, and water.

📜 Annual three-day human-powered sculpture race in Humboldt County, California, covering 42 miles across diverse terrains.
🔍 Combines visual and performing arts with engineering and physical endurance.

Why Go

🎨 Witness unique human-powered art machines and a blend of visual arts, engineering, and physical endurance🏞️ Experience a multi-terrain race over land, sand, and water🎉 Enjoy a family-friendly, community-focused event and a local tradition since 1969

Why Avoid

🗺️ Race spans over 40 miles, requiring travel to different viewing spots

Tips

🗓️ Held annually on Memorial Day weekend.
📍 Race starts at Arcata Plaza on Saturday, ends in Ferndale.
👀 Check official website for detailed schedule and best viewing spots.
🚴 Bring bikes to join along for scenic country road stretches.

Cost

💰 Free for spectators.

Hours

🕒 Three-day event, starts Saturday 10:00am/noon, ends Monday.

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