Good Vibrations Events

Be our Valentine! Treats and customer appreciation nights at Good Vibrations!
Saturday, February 12th 5-7pm
Sunday, February 13th 5-7pm
FREE

Pamper your way to Valentine's Day with complimentary chocolates and wine during our pre-Valentine's Day weekend Happy Hour! Let our SESA personal shoppers help you pick out the perfect gift for your sweetheart, and don't forget yourself! Be sure to check out our Ecorotic® Green Sex line, the natural choice for eco-friendly fun!

Related Products: Valentine's Day Gifts

'Femalia' Book Signing and Release Party
Friday, November 11th
5:00pm – 7:00pm
FREE

After several years out of print, Joani Blank's groundbreaking and best-selling photo book Femalia, featuring photos of women's vulvas, in all their amazing and beautiful diversity, is back in print thanks to our friends at Last Gasp Publishing! Come meet Joani and some of the photographers and women featured in the book, and enjoy refreshments.

Related Products: Femalia

Ask Our Docs: New Year’s Sex Resolutions with Dr. Carol Queen
Thursday, January 5th
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FREE

If one of your resolutions for 2012 is to kick it up a notch in the bedroom, Good Vibrations invites you to attend this very special Ask Our Doc with Staff Sexologist Dr. Carol Queen. Explore how to learn what you want – and get it!

Resolve to put the spice back in your sex life!

Singles and couples and all orientations welcome.

Be our Valentine! Customer appreciation nights at Good Vibrations!
February 11th & 12th
5:00 - 7:00 pm
FREE!

Be our Valentine! Customer appreciation nights at Good Vibrations! Pamper your way to Valentine’s Day with complimentary chocolates and sparkling cider during our pre-Valentine’s Day weekend Happy Hour! Let our personal shoppers help you pick out the perfect gift for your sweetheart, and don’t forget yourself!

Be sure to check out our ecorotic® green sex toy line, the natural choice for eco-friendly fun!

Related: Sex Valentine's Day Gift Guide

Humpday Happy Hour: Boudoir Accessories and Fantasy Foreplay
Wednesday, February 15th
6:30 – 7:30pm
FREE!

Get in the mood for love with an exploration of romance and fun foreplay in our boudoir accessories section. Learn to play with fantasy, role-play and make-believe, with or without costumes. From feathers to pasties, edible sexy treats and more, explore bedroom props that will heat up your amorous adventures! Good Vibrations is here to help you get over the hump with our free monthly Humpday Happy Hour workshops. All genders and sexualities are welcome.

The first 10 people get a free vibe!

Related: Boudoir & Fantasy Wear

Ecstasy is Necessary: A Practical Guide, Author reading and signing
Wednesday, Wednesday, March 21st
6:30 – 7:30pm
FREE!

Barbara Carrellas invites you to dive deep into the world of ecstatic experience, beginning with the medium through which most people experience ecstasy—sex. However, this is much more than your typical sex book; it is an exploration of the entire erotic self and the infinite possibilities of ecstatic expression. Ecstasy is Necessary is a practical guide to living a truly ecstatic life.

Meet the author at this special event!

Related: Books

Humpday Happy Hour: Beginner Butt Play
Wednesday, March 28th
6:00 – 7:00pm
FREE!

Come hear valuable tips and tricks to get started exploring this highly erogenous zone. From rimming to penetration, our sex educator will cover all you need to know to start exploring. Plus, we'll answer the top 10 FAQs about butt play. Singles, couples, and all genders and sexualities welcome.

The first 10 people get a free vibe!

Related: Books

Humpday Happy Hour! Better together: Lubes and Vibes
Wednesday, April 18th
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FREE!

With so many options on the market, it can be tricky to determine which toy or lube will work best with your body. Join our Sex Educator for this fun and informative tour of toys, lube, physiology, and satisfaction! Good Vibrations is here to help you get over the hump with our free monthly Humpday Happy Hour workshops. All genders and sexualities are welcome.

The first 10 people get a free vibe!

Related: Lubricants, Vibrators

Humpday Happy Hour: Toys for Boys!
Wednesday, May 23rd
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FREE!

There are a whole host of products just for male bodied people! Whatever your persuasion, let Sex Educator Mike guide you through the fun and accessible world of toys for boys in this free and comfortable tour.

Related: Cock Rings, Penis Pumps and Sleeves

Reading and signing of Bound by Lust, by Shanna Germain
Wednesday, June 13
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
FREE!

Readers who enjoy romantic stories of submission and sensuality will love this hot new erotica romance collection by veteran fiction writer Shanna Germain. From the contributor to Best Bondage Erotica and Best Bondage Erotica 2.The stories in Bound By Lust are sweetly romantic, but they're also kinky, dirty and fill of delicious debauchery.

Meet the editor and grab a copy for yourself!

Humpday Happy Hour: Strap it to me!
Wednesday, June 20th
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
FREE!

If you've been thinking about trying a strap-on dildo out or if you want some tips to add to the fun you're already having, come get your questions answered. Good Vibrations Good Vibrations Sex Educator Alyssa will give you plenty of ideas for how to enjoy your toys, offer ways to integrate role play and fantasy into your pleasure, and help you discover how much fun strap-ons can be. When you have the info you need to make it suave and sexy, you'll be able to have a great time, whether it's with your long-time partner or that cutie you meet at the Parade. The first 10 people get a free vibrator!

Humpday Happy Hour: Strap it to me!
Wednesday, June 20th
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
FREE!

If you've been thinking about trying a strap-on dildo out or if you want some tips to add to the fun you're already having, come get your questions answered. Good Vibrations Good Vibrations Sex Educator Alyssa will give you plenty of ideas for how to enjoy your toys, offer ways to integrate role play and fantasy into your pleasure, and help you discover how much fun strap-ons can be. When you have the info you need to make it suave and sexy, you'll be able to have a great time, whether it's with your long-time partner or that cutie you meet at the Parade. The first 10 people get a free vibrator!

50 Shades of Grey Play: Ask Your Questions! With Dr. Carol Queen
Thursday, July 19th
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
FREE!

Have you been caught up in the Fifty Shades of Grey book craze? Or have you read the articles hinting at or quoting "the good parts," and find yourself curious about BDSM, Kegel balls, and all the other spicy kinds of sex that fill these books? Come ask all your questions and hear Good Vibrations' Staff Sexologist Dr. Carol Queen's recommendations about toys to try, ways to talk to your partner about your curiosity, and the next things to read after you've devoured the trilogy.

Related products: Shades of Grey Sex Toy Kit, Shades of Desire Kit, Kegel & PC Muscles, Shades of Grey: BDSM Beginners Shopping Guide

Humpday Happy Hour: Safer Sexy!
Wednesday, September 26th
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
FREE!

Confused and overwhelmed by the selection of safer sex supplies available? Let us help! From choosing the right lubricant, to finding the perfect fit for your safer sex needs; come learn how to make safer sex sexy. Enjoy a free workshop and a little inspiration to get you to the weekend! All genders and sexualities are welcome.

The first 10 people get a free vibe!

Ask Our Docs: Surviving the Holidays Via (and in spite of) Sex!
Thursday, November 15th
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
FREE!

The holidays are coming, and so can you! ‘Tis the season for mistletoe and office party hijinks, and stress management and sexual health should be at the top of your list.

Learn Staff Sexologist Dr. Carol Queen’s top tips for staying sexy and healthy, fighting the lonesome holiday blues, answering Aunt Millie's nosy questions about your love life, and find the perfect gift for that special someone – you!

Humpday Happy Hour: Work it out! PC Muscles & Kegel Exercises
Wednesday, November 21st
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
FREE!

PC muscles are an important and often overlooked (or over-simplified) element of sexual health and satisfaction. Both men and women benefit from strong kegels, in all stages of life – single, partnered, pregnant, or menopausal. Come by and get the low-down on how to tone up those kegels!

All genders and sexualities are welcome.

Free gift for each attendee.

Planned Parenthood Shasta Pacific Reception, Store Tour and Fundraiser Mixer at Good Vibrations
Thursday, December 6th
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
FREE!

Join us for a special mixer and info night featuring our current donation partner, Planned Parenthood Shasta Pacific! Enjoy a light reception and store tour by staff sexologist Dr. Carol Queen, and meet the good folks at your local Planned Parenthood. Enter to win a fabulous Good Vibrations goodie bag and explore our new downtown location. Inspired? You can contribute to them directly at check-out!

Holiday Happenings at Good Vibrations!
Friday, December 21st, 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Saturday, December 22nd, 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm

FREE!

Relax, refresh and get rewarded all month long! Enjoy refreshments on select nights, free workshops, vendor presentations, specially-priced holiday gifts, and rewards with purchase. For the entire month of December we're offering $10 GV Rewards dollars for every $75 you spend! Let our Good Vibrations sex educator-sales associates help you pick out the perfect gift for everyone on your list, and don’t forget yourself!

Relax & Refresh...
Complimentary shortbread cookies, cider and personal shopping assistance at all Good Vibrations store locations!

Earn Rewards...
Receive $10 in GV Rewards dollars for every $75 you spend! Earn multiple certificates redeemable between 2/15/13 and 3/31/13 on purchases of $25 or more. (May not be combined with any other promotional discount). Hurry, this offer ends 12/31/12!

Tantric Sexuality: The Fundamentals
Tuesday, January 8th
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
FREE!

In this introductory overview, based on their forthcoming book of Tantric tips Great Sex Made Simple: Tantric Tips to Deepen Intimacy & Heighten Pleasure, Mark Michaels and Patricia Johnson will share eight key concepts and practices that will provide you with a strong foundation for exploring the sexual aspects of Tantra.

While the talk is suitable for the beginner, more experienced practitioners are likely to gain new insights.

Humpday Happy Hour: Impact Play: Make it Hurt so Good
Wednesday, January 23rd
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
FREE!

Come find out what you need to know for fun, safe, and sexy impact play. From floggers to feathers, identify the sweet spots and areas to avoid when you engage in bondage, slap and tickle, spanking, and more. Whether it's something you've just been thinking about, or if you want to make your kinky times more fun, come get your questions answered by a Good Vibrations sex educator-sales associate!

All genders and sexualities are welcome. Free gift for each attendee!

Ask Our Docs: Exploring New Fantasies Together
Tuesday, February 12th
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
FREE!

Get in the mood for love with an exploration of romance and fun foreplay with a bit of coaching from Staff Sexologist Dr. Carol Queen. Learn to play with fantasy, role-play and make-believe, with or without costumes.

From couples communication to feathers and pasties, explore bedroom techniques and props that will heat up your amorous adventures! All genders and sexualities are welcome.

Humpday Happy Hour! Spanking 101
Wednesday, March 20th
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
FREE!

Celebrate Good Vibrations 36th birthday by learning how to give, or receive, the perfect spanking! Come find out what you need to know for fun, safe, and sexy impact play. From floggers to feathers, identify the sweet spots and areas to avoid when you engage in bondage, slap and tickle, spanking, and more. Whether it's something you've just been thinking about, or if you want to make your kinky times more fun, come get your questions answered! All genders and sexualities are welcome. Free gift for all attendees!

Meet the Makers! Doc Johnson Presents
Friday, March 22nd
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
FREE!

Swing by for this fun, free, in-store (non-sexual) demonstration and meet the brilliant minds behind your favorite toys and their latest creations!

Doc Johnson will delight you with their latest line of toys, "Wonderland." Inspired by a literary classic, these whimsical yet functional toys will be specially-priced for the event!

Humpday Happy Hour: Vaginal Fisting for Beginners
Wednesday, June 26th
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
FREE!

Learn the basics of vaginal fisting! Get introduced to the skills, anatomy, communication tools, and products that will allow for a fulfilling experience.

This class is geared toward beginners and is open to all genders and sexualities.

Free gift for each attendee.

Humpday Happy Hour: G-Spot & Female Ejaculation
Wednesday, September 11th
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
FREE!

Pull out your maps and find that buried treasure! A Good Vibrations Sex Educator will explain how to prepare for optimal arousal, stimulation, release, and female ejaculation with props, positioning, and know-how.

Free gift for each attendee.

Humpday Happy Hour: Strap-On! At Good Vibrations
Wednesday, October 9th
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
FREE!

Explore the wonderful world of strap-on play for couples with a Good Vibrations Sex Educator. Come get the info you need to make it fun and hot for you and your partner: getting started, picking toys, the basics of strap-ons, come get your questions answered and discover how much pleasure you can have! All genders and sexualities are welcome. Free gift for each attendee!

Humpday Happy Hour: Work it out! PC Muscles and Kegel Exercises
Wednesday, November 6th
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
FREE!

PC muscles are an important and often overlooked (or over-simplified) element of sexual health and satisfaction. Both men and women benefit from strong kegels, in all stages of life – single, partnered, pregnant, or menopausal. Come by and get the low-down on how to tone up those kegels! All genders and sexualities are welcome. Free gift for each attendee!

Good Vibrations Customer Appreciation Nights!
Friday December 13th, 6-9pm
Saturday December 14th, 6-9pm
Friday December 20th, 6-11pm
Saturday December 21st, 6-11pm
FREE!

Pamper your way into the holidays with complimentary chocolates, sparkling apple cider and sweet deals on select evenings at all Good Vibrations locations. Let our sex educator sales associates help you pick out the perfect gift for everyone on your list, and don't forget yourself! Be sure to check out our sexy holiday kits and our special Ecorotic line, the natural choice for eco-friendly fun.

Humpday Happy Hour: G Marks the Spot & Female Ejaculation
Wednesday, January 15th
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FREE!

Your trusty Sex Educator confirms the existence of the G-Spot and tells you how to find and enjoy it!, plus details on squirting. All genders and sexualities are welcome. Free gift for each attendee!

Humpday Happy Hour! Impact Play: Make it Hurt so Good
Wednesday, February 5th
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FREE!

Come find out what you need to know for fun, safe, and sexy impact play. From floggers to feathers, identify the sweet spots and areas to avoid when you engage in bondage, slap and tickle, spanking, and more. Whether it's something you've just been thinking about, or if you want to make your kinky times more fun, come get your questions answered! All genders and sexualities are welcome. The first 10 people get a free vibe!

Humpday Happy Hour: Strap-On! At Good Vibrations
Wednesday, February 19th
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FREE!

Explore the wonderful world of strap-on play for couples with a Good Vibrations Sex Educator. Come get the info you need to make it fun and hot for you and your partner: getting started, picking toys, the basics of strap-ons, come get your questions answered and discover how much pleasure you can have! All genders and sexualities are welcome. Free gift for each attendee!

Humpday Happy Hour: Vaginal Fisting for Beginners
Wednesday, March 26th, 2014
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FREE!

Learn the basics of vaginal fisting! Get introduced to the skills, anatomy, communication tools, and products necessary for a fulfilling experience. This class is geared toward beginners and is open to all genders and sexualities.

Humpday Happy Hour: Anal Play for Beginners
Wednesday, April 16th, 2014
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FREE!

Learn about the ins and outs of anal sex in a comfortable, conversational context. Get the tools to enjoy hot, fun, safe anal play! Discover the essential ingredients of anal pleasure. You’ll also learn how to combine backdoor fun with other kinds of play.

Humpday Happy Hour: Safer Sexy!
Wednesday, May 14th, 2014
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FREE!

Confused and overwhelmed by the selection of safer sex supplies available? Let us help! From choosing the right lubricant, to finding the perfect fit for your safer sex needs; come learn how to make safer sex sexy. Enjoy a free workshop and a little inspiration to get you to the weekend! All genders and sexualities are welcome. The first 10 people get a free vibe!

Humpday Happy Hour: Queer Sex 101
Wednesday, June 25th, 2014
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FREE!

Learn all about the ins and outs of queer sex just in time for Pride! Sex Educator/Sales Associate, Bean, will teach you about harnesses, butt toys, packing, safer sex, and queer bodies. Please bring your questions and your friends, all are welcome!

My First Vibe
Wednesday, July 23rd, 2014
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FREE!

With so many options on the market, it can be tricky to determine which toy will work best with your body. Join Sex Educator-Sales Associate, Bean, for this fun and informative tour of toys, physiology, and satisfaction! Good Vibrations is here to help you get over the hump with our free monthly workshops. All genders and sexualities are welcome. The first 10 people get a free vibe!

Humpday Happy Hour! Intro to BDSM
Wednesday, September 24, 2014
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FREE!

Learn how to make BDSM play fun, safe, and hot! From floggers to feathers, identify the sweet spots and areas to avoid when you engage in impact play, bondage, slap and tickle, spanking, and more.

50 Shades of Play
Thursday, February 19th
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
FREE!

Were you intrigued by the 50 Shades of Grey movie? Or have you read the articles hinting at or quoting "the good parts," and find yourself curious about BDSM, Kegel balls, and all the other spicy kinds of sex? Come ask all your questions and hear our Sex Educator Sales Associate's recommendations about toys to try, ways to talk to your partner about your curiosity, and how to play safely.

G-Spot & Female Ejaculation: Pull Out Your Maps and Find the Buried Treasure!
Wednesday, March 11th
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
FREE!

Pull out your maps and find that buried treasure! Your Good Vibrations Sex Educator will explain how to prepare for optimal arousal, stimulation, release, and female ejaculation with props, positioning, and know-how.

Work it Out! PC Muscles and Kegel Exercises
Wednesday, April 8th
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
FREE!

All genders can benefit from strong kegels, in all stages of life – single, partnered, pregnant, or menopausal. Come learn about the fun and exciting new toys that help you do your kegels!!

Creating Empowerment Through Masturbation
Wednesday, May 13th
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
FREE!

Join us to learn why self love is important to your health and confidence. Masturbation can help boost self-esteem, confidence, and stamina. We will discuss finding the right tools to self-pleasure, discovering your anatomy, and techniques for an orgasmic time.

Vaginal Fisting for Beginners
Tuesday, June 23rd
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
FREE!

Learn the basics of vaginal fisting! Get introduced to the skills, anatomy, communication tools, and products necessary for a fulfilling experience. This class is geared toward beginners and is open to all genders and sexualities.

Clitoral Exploration: A FUNdamental guide to reaching external arousal.
Tuesday, August 11th
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
FREE!

Clitoral stimulation is one of the many pleasures the female body can explore. In this class, we will be talking about toys, creams and techniques to give and/or receive exquisite pleasure.

Harness Your Power: Intro to Strap-on play
Thursday, April 28th
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
FREE!

Harness Your Power: Curious about harnesses and strap-on play, but no idea where to start? Maybe you love the aesthetic of straps and buckles, and a trip to REI just won't satisfy. In this class we'll go through the basics of harness type, fit, and some of the ways these tools can be used to provide pleasure for both receiver and wearer. All bodies, presentations, and orientations welcome.