• Open Roller Skate

    Come out every third Friday to Depot Market Square for free skate! Bring your own roller skates or inlines. Helmets and pads (elbow, knee, and wrist) recommended. DAY/DATES: Fridays / January 16,...

  • 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...

  • 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...

  • 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 –...

  • 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 offer outdoors....

  • 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....

  • 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...

  • 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...

  • 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, and simply share in the greatness of the Bellingham outdoor community. 30% of each sale will be donated to Shifting Gears to...

  • 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. Choose from a short course for an easier and fun challenge, a longer course to test your endurance, or team up with friends for a relay adventure. Don’t wait-registration closes on June 17! Get all the details at cob.org/races. Early bird expires March 31: $80; Through June...

  • 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 cob.org/races. Long Course...

  • 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 the barns and buildings. It is in the evening on the trail, there will be hazards and yes it will be spooky, so keep that in mind when bringing children and dogs. Dress accordingly $15 Early Bird 7/01/2026-10/12/2026...