Humboldt Dockside Market

06/03/2026

Thinking of adding local seafood to your summer dinner parties? Check out this great guide on how to fillet fish at home.

Filleting a whole fish gives you meaty cuts to cook and eat. plus a bone cage to use for fish stock or soup. Here's a step-by-step guide to selecting fresh fish and then butchering it at home into beautiful, even, clean fillets.

06/03/2026

To use the filet station, bring your whole fish over to the information booth and place your order.

Need help deciding how to get your fish cut? Our friendly staff are happy to walk you through our fish cut offerings for recipes and convenience.

See you at the market!

06/01/2026

This Saturday!
Join us for the first market of the season at Madaket Plaza from 9 am - 1 pm!

05/29/2026

Opening day June 6th!

Our market team and fisher folk have been hard at working preparing for another season at the Dockside Market.

Starting June 6th, you’ll can shop for the freshest local fish every single Saturday at Madaket Plaza in the heart of Old Town, from 9am - 1pm (or until we sell out!).

If you’re not sure how to process your fish, we’ve got a free filet station on-site ready to take care of the dirty work for you.

Need some recipe inspiration? Stop by the managers table and browse through our recipe books or ask any of the vendors their favorite ways to prepare their catch.

We gladly accept CalFresh EBT to help make fresh food more affordable.

Can’t wait to see you at Dockside Market!

05/28/2026

We’re hiring! 🐟🔪

NCGA is seeking an experienced Fish Filet Specialist to join the Humboldt Dockside Market team.

This position works directly with customers and local fishers to provide fresh, custom fish cutting services at the market. If you have experience filleting fish and enjoy working in a fast paced, community focused environment, we’d love to hear from you.

View the full job description and apply through the link in our bio.

05/22/2026

Did you know the Dockside Market has an on-site cutting station?

Stop by our tent for customized cuts and expert tips, or watch the pros transform whole fish into ready-to-cook fillets right before your eyes.

Fresh seafood, prepared your way. See you at the market!

05/08/2026

Ever wonder how our cutters at the Dockside Market Fillet Station transform whole fish into ready-to-cook filets, steaks, and loins? At the market, you will find shears and fillet knives.

Here are some popular fish tools that make the process easy and safe. Although you may not find Chinese cleavers or Japanese fish scalers in every kitchen, they are tried and true additions.

Photo by Jake Stein for Fishful Future

05/06/2026

The Dockside Market will return to Madaket Plaza in just one month!

Join us Saturday, June 6th, for the first market of the season.

The market will begin at 9 am! See you there!

05/01/2026

Thanks to everyone who joined our second annual crab picking class! Nothing beats good company and a table full of fresh Dungeness crab.

We hope you enjoyed every bite of your bounty, whether you shared it with loved ones or saved it for a special feast. Until next time! 🦀 🦀

04/27/2026

The Dockside Market Team had a great time joining the Fishermen's Wives of Humboldt at their annual dinner and fundraiser!

The Fishermen's Wives of Humboldt is an amazing organization comprised of members from our fishing families who foster the heritage and traditions of the local commercial fishing community. Follow them on Facebook for events, fundraisers, and share your support Humboldt Fishermen's Wives