What’s the oldest and largest Mendocino Coast festival? Paul Bunyan Days! A Fort Bragg tradition since 1939, the four-day festival—held this year September 2–5—boasts 30 different events, many of which are free. One of the best attended is the Logging Show, which will be on September 4. Spectators will watch as local men and women pull out axes and power saws to compete for prize money. (It’s held in a field of tents near Highways 1 and 20. Admission is $10; kids 11 and younger get in free.) Another popular event is the Labor Day parade, which starts at noon on September 5. The festival also features a gem and mineral show, a classic car show, craft fair, a Labor Day barbecue, and children’s events, such as tricycle races, a special parade, and kids’ games. For complete details, go to paulbunyandays.com.