• Ski Tuning Workshop

    Join Backcountry Essentials for a hands-on Ski Tuning Workshop! Whether you’re new to tuning or looking to sharpen your skills, the professionals will guide you through the essentials of ski maintenance—covering edge sharpening and waxing techniques. Learn how to keep your gear in top shape for the...

  • Runnin’ O’ the Green 5K

    Lace up your shoes and bust out your shamrock socks – it’s time to get your green on! Runnin’ O’ the Green 5K & 8K is back with a brand-new route and location: Stones Throw Brewery in Fairhaven Village! Join us for a community classic as we celebrate Bellingham’s beautiful greenways and fill the streets with green. Stick around after the run to enjoy the festive atmosphere at Stones Throw Brewery. As always...

  • GangBall

    GangBall is a fast-paced adaptive sport where players use specially designed wheelchairs to score by carrying a ball across the opponent’s goal line. Combining elements of rugby, basketball, and handball, the sport emphasizes strategy and teamwork. Open to all abilities – all bodies welcome and wheelchairs are provided! No session...

  • JR Ski to Sea

    Do you have a young athlete (or a few!) between the ages of 8 and 18? The Jr Ski to Sea Race is a team relay event open to all participants in that age range, featuring four legs: downhill skiing or snowboarding, running, mountain biking, and kayaking. Ski to Sea The race takes place across two spectacular locations — Mt. Baker Ski Area and Lake Padden — making it a true showcase of everything Whatcom County has to...

  • Badminton Blitz

    Looking for a new, fast-paced indoor activity? Try Badminton Blitz – a fun twist on tournament play! Players rotate courts and play up to 4 games per week. For each game participants are paired up with a new member. Scores are...

  • Muay Thai Kickboxing Workshop

    Learn the sport of Muay Thai Kickboxing in this one-day workshop. Learn basic footwork, punching, kicking, and pad holding techniques. In the second half of the day, you’ll get a taste of a full Muay Thai class. No need to buy any gear—everything will be provided! Bring a water bottle and wear athletic clothes you can move freely in. Cost: $20, pre-registration required. Website: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/bellingham/activity/search?onlineSiteId=0&locale=en-US&activity_select_param=2&activity_keyword=muay%20thai&viewMode=list

  • Gale Pfueller Track Classic

    Get ready for some fun running on the track! All ages are invited to join in. Gather your friends and family to enter a relay race or see how fast you can run a mile or a lap around the track! This is a Greater Bellingham Running Club event honoring...

  • Bellingham Bike Swap

    The Bellingham Bike Swap allows the community to purchase preowned bikes or gear at a lower cost, enabling our community to experience the joys and benefits of biking. The Bike Swap is a space for community members to sell, shop,...

  • Lake Padden Triathlon

    Kick off triathlon season with our legendary sprint and super sprint events! Whether you’re a seasoned competitor or a first-time racer, we believe everyone deserves a shot at the finish line....

  • Padden Triathlon

    Early bird registration is now open! Sign up now and save BIG! It's never too early to make your 2026 fitness resolution. We offer legendary sprint and super sprint events - cornerstones of the Pacific Northwest's triathlon circuit. Seasoned competitor or a first-time racer? We've got you covered with a short course for an easier fun challenge, a longer course which tests your endurance, or a relay adventure. Get all the details at...

  • Scare up some fun with our 5K Glow Run/Walk

    We are Scarin' Up some fun at Northern State Recreation Area! Check-in will open at 5 pm starting time is 6 pm. Join us for a spooky adventure through the trails at the Northern State Rec area. We'll go around...