From 1–3 PM on (almost) every Friday, stop by Make.Shift’s Open Art Studio and craft whatever you’d like with the supplies and tools we have available (including vintage magazines and collage materials, paint of all kinds, pens, pencils, yarn, embroidery thread, and fabric)! Refreshments...
Come to MakeShift!! We have an open art space for anyone to come in and use our art supplies. Paint, Draw, Watercolors and anything your heart desires. Our space is open from 1-3 pm on Fridays.
One of the core goals of Bellingham Bay Outrigger Paddlers (BBOP) is to honor and respect Polynesian cultural traditions through the promotion of both competitive and recreational outrigger canoe paddling for youth, families, and the community. Keiki (kids) ages 8-14 will enjoy games on and off the water and learn to paddle as a team in a 6-person outrigger canoe! Sign up for one or more of the 4 sessions throughout the summer, which includes opportunities to race with...
Voxel Gallery presents How Queer! an exhibition that celebrates the vibrant, diverse, and powerful voices of 2SLGBTQIA+ artists in our community. As we honor Pride months, we invite you to explore the stories, struggles, and triumphs...
Come shop at your local mobile farmers market featuring Whatcom grown/raised produce, meat, seafood, eggs, and more! Where: Deming Quick Stop, Shell Station When: 9:00am - 3:00pm Saturdays, June 7th-October 25th
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
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
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...
Heroes and Heroines 4th of July - Art & Dance Camp #1: June 30-July 3, Mon- Thurs, Ages 7-12, $250 with Rachel Simpson for Art and Tara Reiter for Dance....
The Immersive Experience Project is a series of four pop-up art installations located within vacant storefronts in downtown Bellingham. Be transported to alternate realities meant to captivate your senses, like a glowing forest of neon fungi or a towering...
Exhibition run: July 3rd & 5th-26th July 3rd Opening Reception: 6-9PM Regular Gallery Hours: Tues-Sat, 11am - 4pm At: 1213 Cornwall Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225 AAoWC presents an exhibition celebrating the diverse language of abstract art through the work of four distinctive local artists. The show...
Where the Wild Things Roam- Art & Dance Camp #2: July- 7-11 10am-4pm Mon-Fri Ages 5-8, $300 with Rachel Simpson for Art and Tara Reiter for Dance. Get a Wild Fun mixture of Dance and Art in this full day camp!! Join us on the last day for a Dance Performance and Art Show! Students Bring: Lunch, Water Bottle, Weather...
Please join us for our Early Childhood Resource Fair, hosted by the Bellingham Public Library, Peace Centers & Childcare Spaces, and Animals as Natural Therapy! Nonprofits from around Whatcom County will be there to share their programs with guardians and offer activities and crafts for children in attendance. July 10th at the Bellingham...
The North Sound Voices Film Fest will be the first of its kind in our region – a compelling event to educate, inspire, and motivate advocacy about the most crucial issues of our time. During this multi-day event, we are showcasing eight documentary-style...
Buried within the woods of Alberta, Canada sits camp fYrefly, a haven for LGBTQIA2S+ teens, far away from the fierce political battle currently being waged against queer expression and gender identity. SUMMER QAMP invites audiences into the innocence and joy of a summer away with friends, while never losing sight of the bravery of these young protagonists whose very existence is challenged in their normal lives. Film plays at 6 p.m. Thursday, July...
A world-class mountain biking, live music and community enrichment collide in Bellingham, Washington this July! Mark your calendars because the Bellingham Makers Market at the NW Tune-Up Festival is just around the corner, and trust us, you don't want to miss out. Join us from Friday, July 11th to Sunday, July 13th, as we take over downtown Bellingham's stunning waterfront for an epic celebration of community and culture. Fuel your excitement with mountain biking, live music, local...
Calling all makes, models, and motorcycle enthusiasts! If it has two or more wheels and an engine, it's welcome! This is the second of our three shows for this year. It will be held at Pioneer Park in Ferndale from 9am-2pm. You can look forward to dash plaques, trophies, raffle, 50/50 draw, free NSRA inspections, and club T-shirts for sale....
Cordata Gallery is proud to invite you to Modern Meets Primitive, an exhibition featuring the works by local artists Brian O’Neill, Richard Nash, and David Syre, whose works explore the meeting point between gestural expressions and timeless, elegant forms. The exhibition looks at how modern art can draw strength from the raw, instinctive,...
Cordata Gallery is proud to invite you to Modern Meets Primitive, an exhibition featuring the works by local artists Richard Nash, Brian O'Neill, and David Syre, whose works explore the meeting point between gestural expressions and timeless, elegant forms. The exhibition looks at how modern art can draw strength from the raw, instinctive, and ancient—reminding us that progress and tradition are not opposites, but parts of the same creative journey. All artworks are available...
Described by Edward Albee as “the greatest American play ever written,” Our Town presents the small town of Grover’s Corners in three acts: “Daily Life,” “Love and Marriage” and “Death and Eternity.”...
Calling all card collectors! Join Ryno’s for a fun and welcoming Trade Night at Westside Pizza (Northshore Drive location) on Friday, 7/18, from 5-7pm. Whether you’re into sports cards, Pokémon, Magic, or pop culture collectibles—this is your chance to connect, trade, and talk hobby with fellow enthusiasts. All ages and experience levels welcome. Plus, enjoy giveaways and grab a slice while you’re at it! Contact: info@rynossportscards.com Website: rynossportscards.com
Described by Edward Albee as “the greatest American play ever written,” Our Town presents the small town of Grover’s Corners in three acts: “Daily Life,” “Love and Marriage” and “Death...
Enjoy all that the Northwest has to offer in one beautiful ride! Mt. Baker, Lake Whatcom, valleys, rivers, farmland, and beaches. With routes varying from 22 miles to 100, this untimed social bike ride is great for every member of the family. A portion of proceeds benefit local charities, ride for a great...
Join us for an afternoon wine, olive oil and Fermin products tasting with Eric Stone from Vinea Imports! Tickets are $5, we will be serving wine from 1 pm to 3 pm, on Saturday July 19th. This is our first month in our new downtown location, 1305 Cornwall Ave. We...
Join us for the 17th Annual Sunnyland Stomp... A free-ranging summer celebration of the talent and creativity hiding behind the garden gates of the Sunnyland Neighborhood! Peck around the neighborhood,...
With rubber stamping, we can put together modular shapes to create unique art. In this class, we will prepare and carve our rubber blocks, then use stamp pads to ink our stamps and print a variety of art pieces. We will make at least three different blocks to combine into different prints. This one-day workshop is on Wednesday, July 23, from 5-8pm at The Jansen Art Center in Lynden. The...
The Front Street Arts Festival brings a vibrant celebration of creativity to downtown Lynden on July 26, featuring local artists, live music, and hands-on activities. Stroll through and enjoy unique artwork, and...
27th ANNUAL SAMISH ISLAND ARTS FESTIVAL Saturday, July 26th, 2025 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...
Come celebrate our first ever First Friday! All day we will be pouring bubbles by the glass, which includes access to a free* Queen Tide Oyster raw bar! We will be serving 3 different styles of sparkling wine, including a non-alcoholic option! Oysters are from 4pm - 7pm, and we will be serving wine and happy hour snacks until 8pm. *Free gift...
Outdoor theater returns! Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth (BAAY) presents As You Like It, performed by students ages 13-17. This pastoral comedy by William Shakespeare follows its heroine Rosalind as she flees persecution in her uncle’s court. She is accompanied by her cousin Celia and finds safety in the Forest of Arden. It is there that they discover a community of acceptance and...