Bellingham Alive

Twin Sisters Mobile Market - Kendall
2025-06-07 10:00 - 2025-10-25 14:00 (America/Denver) | WA
Come shop at your local mobile farmers market featuring Whatcom grown/raised produce, meat, seafood, eggs, and more!
Where: North Fork Library
When: 10:00am – 2:00pm
Saturdays, June 7th-October 25th

Wander to Wander 1K
2025-06-07 10:30 - 13:00
Mark your calendars for the Wander to Wander 1k on Saturday, June 7th, 2025! Learn more and Register at https://www.whatcomdrc.org/wander-to-wander
This Bellingham-based fun run benefits the Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center and is hosted by Wander Brewing. Beginning with donuts at the WDRC office, participants will ‘wander’ (or sprint) along the route to Wander Brewing. At the finish, enjoy a pint of beer or root beer (included with all registrations), food trucks, and the fanfare of this exciting race!
Costumes are encouraged. All ages, abilities, as well as pets are welcome. We hope you will join in the fun and support the WDRC! This event is ADA accessible and volunteers will be available to support racers who need assistance.
-General Registration: $20
-Day-of Registration:$25
-Kids 10 and Under: Free!

Blueberry Jam: Contra Dance
2025-06-07 19:00 - 22:00
June 7 Contra Dance: Orcas Island Odd Fellows Hall 7:00-10:00 pm.
Blueberry Jam is the passion project of Sky Leuba, a local Bellingham musician who grew up just across the border in Langley, BC. It features a somewhat rotating cast of musicians with the aim to provide a platform to introduce local musicians to the dance scene and have a jolly good time. The music is well established in tradition, but with a propensity for some improvisation, arrangement, as well as the infusion of original piano compositions that speak to Sky’s formative education in classical and jazz. $10-$20 sliding scale. The caller will teach the dances–easy to learn, fun to dance with people of all ages. All are welcome.

Blast from the Past Car Show & Sine
2025-06-08 09:00 - 15:00
Join us for our Annual Car Show & Shine, hosted by the American Legion Post #43 Featuring Ryan Evans, custom car painter from tv’s Counting Cars! Entry fee $20 per vehicle.

Twin Sisters Mobile Market - Birchwood
2025-06-08 09:00 - 2025-10-26 14:00
Come shop at your local mobile farmers market featuring Whatcom grown/raised produce, meat, seafood, eggs, and more!
Where: Northwest Pawn Parking Lot
When: 9:00am – 2:00pm
Sundays, June 8th-October 26th

Blast from the Past Bubble 5K Family Fun Run/Walk
2025-06-08 11:00 - 12:00
Join us for our annual Bubble Run Fun Run! Starts at 11:00 am on Metcalf Street. Registration starts at 10am please check our website for full details. https://runsignup.com/Race/WA/SedroWoolley/4BlastofColor5kFamilyFunRunWalk

Storytime on the bus!
2025-06-08 11:00 - 15:00
Join us at Blast from the Past for Storytime on the bus! Every hour from 11-3 Sunday in Hammer Heritage Square. Brought to you by Central Skagit Library and Skagit Transit.

Shapeshifters Exhibit
2025-06-13 11:00 - 2025-09-15 17:00
The San Juan Islands Museum of Art Celebrates Its 20th Anniversary with Shapeshifters – An Exhibition of Contemporary Northwest Coast Native Art and Culture
The San Juan Islands Museum of Art is proud to present Shapeshifters – a major exhibition of contemporary Northwest Coast Native art, June 13 – September 15, 2025, www.SJIMA.org. The Museum is located at 540 Spring Street, Friday Harbor.

Buy Tickets: A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder
2025-06-13 19:30 - 2025-06-29 22:00
A distant heir to a family fortune sets out to speed up the line of succession by using a great deal of charm…and a dash of murder. When the low-born Monty Navarro finds out that he’s eighth in line for an earldom in the lofty D’Ysquith family, he figures his chances of outliving his predecessors are slight and sets off down a far more ghoulish path. Can he knock off his unsuspecting relatives without being caught and become the ninth Earl of Highhurst? And what of love? Because murder isn’t the only thing on Monty’s mind.

Leo's Legacy Party
2025-06-14 15:00 - 18:00
Leo’s Legacy Party | Beer. Beats. Bites.
We’re throwing a block party in the Hotel Leo parking lot, and you’re invited. Join us for live music from Cardova, ice-cold beer from Aslan Brewing Co., local vendors, lawn games, and an unbeatable lineup of fresh summer bites from the culinary team at Hotel Leo.
On the menu: BBQ oysters, local spot prawn ceviche, and tacos hot off the grill—made to pair perfectly with a cold beer in hand.
At the center of it all is the debut of Leo’s Legacy Lager—a crisp, refreshing brew brought to life from a historic Bellingham recipe dating back to the early 1900s. Come raise a glass, grab a bite, and kick off summer with us.
June 14, 2025. 3PM- 6PM. Free Event.

The Unknowns 100th show!
2025-06-14 19:00 - 21:00
A little bit of Jazz, blues, pop, swing and their own originals. Giveaways!

Father's Day Car Show
2025-06-15 09:00 - 15:00
Approximately 200 classic and modified cars and trucks are expected Sunday, June 15 for the ninth-annual Father’s Day Car Show at Whatcom County’s Bellewood Farms & Distillery
Presented from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. by Gear Heads of Whatcom County, admission is free for spectators at the family friendly show that includes live music. Farm-made spirits and hard cider from Bellewood’s distillery, plus breakfast and lunch at the Ten Mile Café Grill, will be available.
Twenty-six trophies will be presented at 2 p.m. Drawings for more than $2,000 in prizes will be conducted during the show.
Net proceeds will benefit the Bellingham Food Bank, Whatcom Humane Society and Vietnam Veterans of America.
Car and truck registration costs $20 and closes at 11 a.m. during the show. To register in advance, visit www.gearheadswc.com.
Bellewood Farms & Distillery is located at 6140 Guide Meridian, Lynden, about seven miles away from Bellingham, Ferndale and Lynden. For more information, call (360) 318-7720 or visit www.bellewoodfarms.com.

Bull Kelp Monitoring in Whatcom County
2025-06-16 17:30 - 18:30
What is bull kelp and why does it matter?! Tune in to learn about the importance of bull kelp and the efforts to monitor and protect this marine species in Washington State.
Presented by: Jeff Whitty, Kelp Program Manager at the Northwest Straits Commission and Eleanor Hines, Whatcom County MRC Volunteer
Please register for this free event at whatcomwin.org/speaker-series

ANN AGUIRRE in Conversation with Sarah Hawley BOOK LAUNCH PARTY!
2025-06-17 18:00 - 19:00
Join Village Books in celebrating New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Ann Aguirre newest book, I Think I’m in Love with an Alien! She will be in conversation with USA Today bestselling author Sarah Hawley. Don’t miss out on a fun event! Tickets guarantee you a seat and the cost entitles the reader to a voucher that can be spent on a book.

Cascadia NW Arts and Music Festival
2025-06-19 13:01 - 2025-06-22 20:01
Cascadia NW Arts & Music Festival Celebrates 10 Years with New Nonprofit Status and Scenic VenueDarrington, WA — April 29, 2025 — The Cascadia NW Arts & Music Festival proudly announces its 10th annual celebration, taking place June 20–22, 2025, at the picturesque Darrington Bluegrass Music Park.
This milestone year marks the festival’s transition to a nonprofit organization under the Department of Bioregion, reinforcing its commitment to community, culture, and the environment. Nestled in the lush forests of the Pacific Northwest, with the majestic Whitehorse Mountain as a backdrop, the festival offers a unique blend of music, art, and community engagement. Attendees can immerse themselves in four distinct music stages, featuring a diverse lineup of DJs and performers that showcase the rich electronic and DJ culture of the region.Beyond the music, the festival boasts a curated art gallery spotlighting Northwest artists, a vibrant vending village with local artisan fashion and wares, and a variety of food trucks offering regional delights. Families are warmly welcomed, with free admission for children aged 17 and under when accompanied by a parent.
This year’s workshop series, themed “Healing Happens in Community,” invites participants to engage with Northwest-based teachers in sessions that promote wellness, connection, and personal growth. The festival’s commitment to inclusivity and community is further exemplified by its village model, featuring areas like Technosis, Mythica, Ecotopia, and the newly introduced Q Camp, celebrating LGBTQ+ culture.
“Cascadia is more than a festival; it’s a reflection of our bioregional identity and a testament to the power of community,” says the festival’s organizing team. “Our new nonprofit status allows us to deepen our impact and continue fostering a space where art, music, and nature converge.”
Event Details:
Dates: June 20–22, 2025
Early Entry Passes (June 19th) and Car Camping Passes are also still available!
Location: Darrington Bluegrass Music Park, 42501 State Route 530 NE, Darrington, WA 98241
Tickets: Available now at www.cascadianw.org
For more information, interviews, or press inquiries, please contact:
Media Contact: Cascadia NW Arts & Music Festival
Email Producer and lead Curator: Michael Manahan mythicstarseed@gmail.com
Website: www.cascadianw.org
Experience the magic of Cascadia—where community thrives, art inspires, and music unites.

Summer Solstice Walking Meditation + Sound Bath with Ruby
2025-06-19 18:00 - 19:30
Join Ruby Koa to celebrate the solstice with at least 15 minutes of walking mediation followed by an hour-long sound bath. Bring a yoga mat, blanket or sleeping bag, and dress warm! Pre-registration required.
Link : http://apm.activecommunities.com/bellingham/Activity_Search/39737
AGES: All (recommended 7 years and older)

Berry Dairy Days | 88th annual
2025-06-20 16:00 - 2025-06-22 16:00
You are invited to the 88th annual Berry Dairy Days Festival Presented by Peoples Bank June 20-22, 2025! Admission is free to Burlington’s legacy festival, which celebrates local agriculture and history.
So, mark your calendars and be the berry best part of 3-days of fun food and festivities perfect for the whole family!
Signature Events:

Friday Night Kick-off at Skagit River Park.
Grand Parade
Smoke & Grill Competition sanctioned by the Pacific Northwest BBQ Association (PNWBA)
Live Music on our Entertainment Stage
Craft & Commercial Vendor Fair
FREE Kid Zone
FREE Teen Zone
26th Berry Cool Car Show
3rd annual Cornhole Tournament
And much more!

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For everything Berry Dairy Days, including event times & locations, visit our website at www.berrydairydays.com

Solstice Splash
2025-06-20 17:00 - 21:00
Come celebrate the start of the summer season with fun and sun on the bay!
About:
Enjoy unforgettable evening celebrating and fundraising for our youth programs and scholarships. We’ll fill the waters of Bellingham Bay with kayaks, mega SUPs (x2!), RS Quests, and keelboats – supported by our talented youth sailors + young staff!
Come get salty, enjoy food, a beer garden, raffles, and meet our community partners! Let’s sail into summer while making a difference together!
When: June 20th, 5:00pm until 9:00pm
How to register:
If you would like to stay on land register for the Landlubber option starting at 5:00pm
If you would like to play on the bay select your preferred time slot and vessel type (register for all 3 sessions if you want to try a few different boats!)
Registration is on a sliding scale. Your support will fund our youth programs, scholarships, and ensure that our community enrichment programs are free for deserving families.
Last year, we delivered nearly 14,000 hours of youth programming on Bellingham Bay – and we couldn’t do it without our Community Support.

Keys & Cocktails
2025-06-20 17:00 - 22:00
Kick off the weekend in style with Keys & Cocktails at Hotel Leo, happening Friday, June 20! Start your evening with a piano happy hour as the brand-new Steinway comes to life with the soulful vocals of Julie Lewis and the lively tunes of piano maestro Mark Nichols. From sultry torch songs to rowdy singalongs, it’s the perfect mix of music, history, and good company. Sip on a cocktail, settle into the warm ambiance, and let the music set the tone for a fantastic Friday night.
June 20, 2025
Music starts at 5 PM and plays till 10 PM.

Molt Search “On-the-Beach” Training
2025-06-21 10:00 - 12:00
Learn how to keep an eye out for invasive European green crabs and collect valuable data on Dungeness crabs by participating in this free community science program called Molt Search.
In this “on-the-beach” training & practice session you’ll learn:
• About the invasive European green crab and what’s being done about it,
• How to identify the molts (the shed shells) of the invasive European green crab, Dungeness crabs, and our common native crabs.
• How to do a Molt Search and submit your findings through the free MyCoast app.
Register for this free event via AllEvents https://allevents.in/blaine/free-molt-search-training-tickets/80002033994871 or by email to clniles@wsu.edu

Gale Pfueller Track Classic
2025-06-21 10:00 - 13:00
Get ready for some “Run Fun” with relays, sprints and the inaugural Gale Pfueller Mile on the track!
Kids events (10 and under, free): 100 meter, 400 meter
Relay – Family/Friends/Fun 4×800 meter
Age 11 and up –
400 meter
Gale Pfueller Mile
4×400 meter relay
4 x 800 meter relay
This race is in honor of Gale Pfueller, a founding member of Greater Bellingham Running Club. Gale was an instrumental volunteer with the club from its inception in 1976 until he passed at the age of 79 on March 25, 2022.
Civic Stadium Track – Bellingham
Saturday, June 21st
10am-1pm
More info. –
The Gale Pfueller Track Classic (GPTC)

Skagit Pops!: Wild, Wild West
2025-06-21 19:30 - 21:00
Skagit Symphony presents- Skagit Pops!: Wild, Wild West
Saturday, June 21st, 2025, 7:30pm
Sunday, June 22nd, 2025 3:00pm
McIntyre Hall, 2501 E College Way Mount Vernon WA
Join us in June to find out how the West was fun! We’ve rounded up all the best tunes, from The Magnificent Seven, Dances with Wolves, John Williams’ Cowboys Overture, and more. Yippee-ki-yay!
For more information email info@skagitsymphony.com, visit our website at https://www.skagitsymphony.com/wild-wild-west or call 360-848-9336
For tickets visit https://purchase.mcintyrehall.org/EventAvailability?EventId=1601

Skagit Pops! Wild, Wild West
2025-06-21 19:30 - 21:00
Skagit Symphony presents: Skagit Pops! Wild, Wild West
Saturday June 21, 7:30pm
Sunday, June 22, 3:00pm
Join us on Saturday, June 21 OR Sunday, June 22, for our Skagit Pops! concert!
We’ve rounded up all the best tunes, from The Magnificent Seven, Dances with Wolves, William Tell, John Williams’ Cowboys Overture, and more. Yippee-ki-yay!

Skagit Pops! Wild, Wild West
2025-06-22 15:00 - 16:30

BAAY Summer Bash Fundraiser
2025-06-22 15:00 - 19:00
Kick off the summer with BAAY! The Summer Bash is an all-ages fundraiser for Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth’s student scholarship fund. Let’s come together to raise “10K for BAAY” and support vital arts education for local kids.
The event will take place on Sunday, June 22 at Boundary Bay Brewery’s beer garden. For those who cannot attend in person but would like to contribute to the scholarship fund, please donate online today at baay.org/bash.

Bitters Making 7.0
2025-06-22 16:00 - 18:00
Bitters Making 7.0
JUNE 22 | 4PM-6PM | $55/Person
Back by popular demand, Bitters Making 7.0 returns to Galloway’s for an intimate, hands-on class that blends history, creativity, and cocktail craft. Led by bartender and herbalist Amanda Shoemaker, this unique experience dives into the storied world of bitters—from their apothecary origins to their place behind today’s bar. Guests will explore a curated selection of herbs, spices, and botanicals to craft two custom blends, with expert guidance and plenty of room to experiment. Whether you’re a cocktail connoisseur or a curious DIYer, this is your chance to create something personal and flavorful to take home.

Fairhaven Summer Repertory Theatre
2025-06-24 19:30 - 2025-07-20 21:00
In Search of a Common Language
THE FOREIGNER
THE LANGUAGE ARCHIVE
TRANSLATIONS
This Summer, Bellingham Theatreworks will produce three award winning and thought-provoking plays written by authors who explore how language can both set us apart and bring us together.
Audience members will experience the intimacy of being in the round at the Firehouse Arts and Events Center, sitting with the actors while they explore a hilarious satire, a lyric look at the past, and a heartfelt comic hug. All three plays have multiple scenes where the characters desperately want to communicate with each other but are faced with a language barrier. This summer’s offerings promise to explore how language is deeply aligned with culture and identity, and how it can lead to unexpected interpersonal challenges.
Our company combines many members of the community: students and educators, parents and children, as well as guest artists from far beyond Bellingham Bay, all working together to bring these three plays to life.
June 24 – July 20, 2025
Six nights a week: Tuesday – Saturday @ 7:30, Sunday @ 5:00
www.BellinghamTheatreWorks.org
General $25/Students $20
Season Tickets $60
Call 360-389-2835 for information, ticketing and disability accommodation

Solstice Sips: Summer Cocktail Tasting
2025-06-25 18:00 - 20:00
Solstice sips: summer cocktail tasting
JUNE 25 | 6PM-8PM | $60/Person
Kick off the season with a spirited celebration of summer. Our Summer Solstice Tasting brings together 3 bright, seasonal cocktails and perfectly paired bites for an evening that’s all about sunshine, flavor, and raising a glass to longer days ahead. Celebrate the best of the season with fresh ingredients, festive vibes, and the unmistakable joy of summer sipping.
To make a reservation, email manager@gallowayscocktail.bar or call (360) 756-2795 after 3 pm.

Summer Solstice Party
2025-06-27 15:00 - 20:00
Chuckanut Drive officially reopens and Taylor Shellfish Farms is celebrating with a Summer Solstice Party at the Samish Bay location.
From 3–8 PM, they’ll be serving wood-grilled oysters, paella, and cold drinks by the water, with live music starting at 4 PM. It’s a thank-you to our community for sticking with us through the rockslide closure—and a proper kickoff to the summer season.
