• Blues, Brews & BBQ: Midlife Crisis & The Alimony Horns

    Join us for Midlife Crisis & the Alimony Horns at Blues, Brews & BBQ on the Waterfront Terrace! Enjoy some BBQ grub, sip on craft brews and cocktails and dance to the live tunes of your favorite local bands. Live it up while the boats cruise by...

  • 25th Annual San Juan Island Lavender Festival

    Saturday July 18 | 11am-8pm Sunday July 19 | 11am-5pm Join us for the 25th Annual San Juan Island Lavender Festival at Alchemy Art Center on Saturday & Sunday, July 18-19! Stroll fragrant lavender fields in peak bloom, enjoy stunning photo opportunities, and celebrate the “peak of purpleness” with art, music, and community. Explore handcrafted lavender products and artwork from over 50 local artists in the...

  • There is No Single American Story: Clint Smith

    Clint Smith is a New York Times #1 bestselling author including, “How the Word is Passed”– winner of numerous awards including National Book Critics Circle Award for Nonfiction and Hillman Prize for Book Journalism. In this special MOHAI event, Smith explains...

  • Blues, Brews & BBQ: The Atlantics

    Join us for The Atlantics at Blues, Brews & BBQ on the Waterfront Terrace! Enjoy some BBQ grub, sip on craft brews and cocktails and dance to the live tunes of your favorite local bands. Live it up while the boats cruise by and dance until the sun sets over Bellingham Bay. The Atlantics...

  • Boulevard Park Concerts: The Brie Mueller Band

    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...

  • SAMISH ISLAND ARTS FESTIVAL

    28th ANNUAL SAMISH ISLAND ARTS FESTIVAL Saturday, July 25th, 2026 10am – 4pm 11292 Blue Heron Road, Bow, WA 98232 www.samishisland.net Prepare for a day of creativity, inspiration, and fun in a beautiful setting! Whether you're an art enthusiast, a foodie, or a family looking for an engaging outing, the Samish Island Arts Festival offers something for everyone: • Featuring 40+ LOCAL ARTISTS and MAKERS. Discover...

  • Bellingham Youth Triathlon

    Swim, bike and run! Whether yours is a young multi-sport athlete or simply looking to try their first multi-sport event, look no further! Kids can sign up as part of a relay team (performing one of three legs as part of a team of three) or as individuals performing all three legs. The event is timed to the nearest second, but results...

  • Inclusion Festival

    The Inclusion Festival is a FREE, family‑friendly celebration of the amazing resources and organizations that make Whatcom County a more inclusive place for everyone. This event is hosted by Whatcom Center for Early Learning. Join us for a joyful day of music, art, performances, hands‑on activities, and connection...

  • Double Rainbow Doubleweave Workshop with Jennifer Moore

    3-day workshop with Jennifer Moore Thursday - Saturday, July 30 - August 1, 2026 9:00 AM - 5: PM 2 Layers, 4 or 8 Shafts, 6 Colors – Endless possibilities! Discover the magic of color in weaving with internationally renowned fiber artist Jennifer Moore in this immersive and inspiring doubleweave workshop. Often described as the ultimate color sampler, this class invites weavers to explore the...

  • Emulsion Transfer Workshop

    Emulsion transfers give an artist another process of putting ink on paper and creating a unique print. We will work from digital...

  • Blues, Brews & BBQ: Space Band

    Join us for Space Band at Blues, Brews & BBQ on the Waterfront Terrace! Enjoy some BBQ grub, sip on craft brews...

  • Summer Sunset Sound Bath

    Gather together in sound to commune in a natural setting overlooking Chuckanut Bay as the sun begins its dip into the Salish Sea. Bring your heart’s intention, a...