Visit the Bellingham Waterfront for a 3-night, family-friendly gathering of folk, light, and lore on January 22-24, 2026. Fire & Story is back and better than ever! With sculptural handcrafted wood-burning fires, light art installations, captivating performers, a diverse musical lineup, and multi-sensory experiences, Fire & Story will warm your soul during the cold of winter. Visit the four immersive stages you know and love, plus a new fifth stage with kid-centric programming for families. This year’s festival will also...

Saturday, March 28th, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, at Hillcrest parking lot, corner of Old Fairhaven Pkwy & 14th St. Welcome spring with an amazing assortment of plants - veggie starts, flowers, herbs,...

An event for the whole family! See and interact with live woodworking, carving and sawmill demos of all kinds, and shop in a 50+ vendor marketplace with high-quality artisan goods and wood products. Don’t miss the 4th annual Skagit Wood Expo and Marketplace, April 18-19th 2026 at the Skagit County Fairgrounds! Visitors can watch raw wood transform into works of art while...

Kulshan on Kentucky,1538 Kentucky St. Bellingham, is hosting The Bellingham Fix It Fair on Sunday, April 26th FREE * Clothes Mending * Small Appliance Repair * Knife Sharpening * Jewelry Repair * Leather Conditioning * Good VIbes * Small appliance repair by NW Free Repair includes just about anything you can carry in that is not gas powered- sewing machines, vacuum cleaners, lamps, hand tools, electronics, and so...

Join us at Backcountry Essentials on April 30 from 6–8pm for an evening centered on connecting with local nonprofits and community organizations in the Bellingham area. Meet the people doing impactful work, learn about the causes they support, and discover meaningful ways to get involved!

Shoestring Circus returns with a dreamlike, story-driven circus production that leans into absurdity, physical mastery, and unapologetic beauty. Guided by two counting sheep, the show explores the logic of dreams through aerial movement, acrobatics, and theatrical humor - performed by an exceptional, internationally sourced cast. Tickets available only at shoestringcircus.com starting April 3rd! Mark your calendars! Friday, May 29th - 4pm,...

The Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center will once again be hosting the shortest fun run in the county, the Wander to Wander 1K. This short-and-sweet adventure takes off on Saturday,...

June 13-14, 2026 (Sat/Sun) The Skagit County Fairground welcomes The Skagit Valley Renaissance "Faire du Well". A celebration of the Renaissance of many cultures. Armored Knights in Combat, Musicians by the Score, the "Pursued by a Beer" Garden, Turkey Legs, Entertainment, Classes, Vendors, MayPole dances, and more.

Stop by Boulevard Park for an evening of sensational sounds and sunsets on the fourth Friday of June, July and August. These free, family friendly concerts are sponsored by Coldwell Banker Bain and Bellingham Parks & Recreation and feature some of the best local musicians and bands in the PNW! Local singer/songwriter bringing pop star energy to every stage!

Stop by Boulevard Park for an evening of sensational sounds and sunsets on the fourth Friday of June, July and August. These free, family friendly concerts are sponsored by Coldwell Banker Bain and Bellingham Parks & Recreation and feature some of the best local musicians and bands in the PNW!

It’s Friday and that means it’s time to have FUN in the SUN! Join us for one (or all three!) of our entertaining and interactive performances at Maritime Heritage Park Amphitheatre. Pack your picnic lunch, sunglasses and sunscreen, grab a blanket and be ready to dance, sing, juggle, twirl and hoop it up!

Stop by Boulevard Park for an evening of sensational sounds and sunsets on the fourth Friday of June, July and August. These free, family friendly concerts...