Event Planning
Planning a meeting, retreat, sporting event, wedding or family reunion?
Bellingham Whatcom County offers exceptional meeting venues. How about a rustic cabin in the mountains? Or a deluxe, four-star resort on the bay? If you want a unique Northwest experience, come here.
Among the facilities available in Bellingham are campus meeting rooms at Western Washington University and a newly refurbished 132 room convention hotel with more than 12,000 square feet of meeting space. And many more hotels offer board rooms and meeting spaces. County-wide there are more than 2,200 sleeping rooms.
Download our Bellingham Whatcom County Event Planners Guide below for your use in planning a meeting, event, reunion or wedding.
2010-2011 Event Planner’s Guide
Group Tours
As a travel professional, you have many planning needs. We’re here to help you plan your tour to the Bellingham Whatcom County region of Washington.
There are many things to see and do in our region for groups of ten or more. Our area is is rich in Northwest and Native American history, outdoor adventure, year-round scenic wonders and exciting festivals and events.
Our Services
- Meeting Planning Guides
- Hotel selection assistance
- Tour itineraries
- Bid preparations and presentations
- Promotional materials for your mailings
- Staff for registration or information tables
- Arrange site visits
- Referrals to local businesses
- Images for marketing pieces to build delegate attendance
Meeting & Event Facilities Links & Resources
Best Western PLUS Heritage Inn
| 360-647-1912 or 888-333-2080
151 McLeod Road, Bellingham
With easy access off I-5, the Best Western Plus Heritage Inn is conveniently located near shopping, the airport, universities, medical district, and major businesses. Offering 91 recently renovated rooms, the Heritage Inn received recognition from Best Places Northwest as “…one of the most elegantly furnished, professionally run hotels in the area.” | Info@bestwesternheritageinn.com
Best Western PLUS Lakeway Inn
| 360-671-1011 or 888-671-1011
714 Lakeway Drive, Bellingham
Bellingham's premier full-service hotel and convention center! Our AAA Three-Diamond property is located in the heart of Bellingham and is home to 132 rooms & suites, indoor heated pool & spa, two restaurants and flexible meeting facilities. | info@bellingham-hotel.com
Bob's Burger and Brew Birch Bay
| 360-336-3199
8120 Birch Bay Square Street, Blaine
Bob's Burger & Brew is great burgers and so much more! Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Kid's menu available. Spectacular Sunday Brunch from 9 am-2 pm. Sit back and relax in our lounge. Meeting room-up to 40. | bobsbirchbay@comcast.net
8120 Birch Bay Square Street, Blaine
Bob's Burger & Brew is great burgers and so much more! Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Kid's menu available. Spectacular Sunday Brunch from 9 am-2 pm. Sit back and relax in our lounge. Meeting room-up to 40. | bobsbirchbay@comcast.net
Chrysalis Inn & Spa
| 360-756-1005 or 888-808-0005
804 10th Street, Bellingham
info@thechrysalisinn.com
Giuseppe's Al Porto Ristorante Italiano
| 360-714-8412
21 Bellwether Way, Bellingham
Waterfront dining, open, fresh atmosphere with two large outside patio's. Truly authentic regional Italian cusine prepared in an active open kitchen. A West coast destination restaurant! | info@giuseppesitalian.com
21 Bellwether Way, Bellingham
Waterfront dining, open, fresh atmosphere with two large outside patio's. Truly authentic regional Italian cusine prepared in an active open kitchen. A West coast destination restaurant! | info@giuseppesitalian.com
Hotel Bellwether
| 360-392-3100 or 877-411-1200
1 Bellwether Way, Bellingham
Kim@hotelbellwether.com
Lairmont Manor
| 360-647-1444
405 Fieldston Road, Bellingham
On the National Registry of Historic Sites, The Lairmont has gardens, rooms, and amenities to suit events of all sizes. We have provided an elegant and charming setting for over 3,000 weddings, corporate events and celebrations. | info@lairmontmanor.com
Quality Inn Grand Suites
| 360-647-8000 or 800-900-4661
100 E Kellogg Road, Bellingham
You'll get more than you expect when you stay at the Quality Inn Grand Suites. Located within walking distance near great shopping and restaurants . We offer great accommodations and a friendly staff; all at an affordable rate! | qualitychoicehotel@gmail.com
100 E Kellogg Road, Bellingham
You'll get more than you expect when you stay at the Quality Inn Grand Suites. Located within walking distance near great shopping and restaurants . We offer great accommodations and a friendly staff; all at an affordable rate! | qualitychoicehotel@gmail.com
Silver Reef Hotel Casino Spa
| 360-383-0777 or 866-383-0777
4876 Haxton Way, Ferndale
Silver Reef Hotel Casino Spa brings a high quality and exciting gaming experience to the Northwest. We offer more than 50,000 square feet of exhilarating gaming, exceptional dining and enjoyable entertainment all in a bright and spacious setting. | sales@silverreefcasino.com
The Woods Coffee
| 360-738-4771
470 Bayview Road Boulevard Park, Bellingham
Woods’ is great place to relax, meet with friends and family or clients. Free broadband wireless internet access at all locations. | info@thewoodscoffee.com
Note: Listings marked with a 
have a photo and/or description when you hover your mouse pointer over their name.
Bellingham Sportsplex
1225 Civic Field Way, Bellingham
360-676-1919
1225 Civic Field Way, Bellingham
360-676-1919
City of Bellingham
The city is regularly rated among the best places to retire or to visit. Outstanding parks, a mild climate and easy access to Seattle and Vancouver, B.C. are among its appeal.
210 Lottie Street, Bellingham
360-778-8300 or 800-487-2032
citycouncil@cob.org
Dakota Creek Center
8732 Blaine Road, Blaine
360-303-3096
8732 Blaine Road, Blaine
360-303-3096
Port of Bellingham
The traditional gateway to the San Juan Islands and Alaska, Bellingham offers outstanding transportation connections. A new multimodal facility in Fairhaven is home to Amtrak and the Alaska Marine Highway System.
1801 Roeder Avenue, Bellingham
360-676-2500
info@portofbellingham.com
Semiahmoo Resort Golf Spa
Retreat to the extraordinary at Semiahmoo Resort, just 15 minutes north of Bellingham. Our AAA Four-Diamond oceanfront resort is home to two of Washington's top-rated public golf courses, a full-service European spa, flexible meeting facilities and superb fine dining.
9565 Semiahmoo Parkway, Blaine
360-318-2000 or 800-770-7992
hotel@semiahmoo.com
Skagit Valley Casino Resort
Entertainment is our game! Here you?ll find a full-service, Las Vegas-style casino featuring all your favorite slot and table games, a 103-room luxury hotel, 14,000 square feet of meeting space, three restaurants and the best headline entertainment and live music.
5984 N Darrk Lane, Bow
360-724-7777 or 877-275-2448
club@theskagit.com
Tree Frog Night Inn & Cedar Tree House Retreat
Neighboring accommodations share nine acres of serene Cedar forest and gardens ten minutes from town. Inn: luxurious, artistic eco-suites; fireplaces; sauna; organic breakfast; spa services. Retreat: comfortably sleeps 7-24, generous facilities, yurt, large hot tub, decks, lawn, amphitheater, fire circle, TV/DVD/CD/iPod systems.
1727 Mt. Baker Highway, Bellingham
360-676-2300
inn@treefrognight.com
Whatcom County Parks
3373 Mount Baker Highway, Bellingham
360-733-2900
3373 Mount Baker Highway, Bellingham
360-733-2900
Windows on the Bay
Relax and enjoy the surroundings with delicious cuisine and full service for your wedding or special occasion. Located at Squalicum Harbor in the Bellingham Yacht Club Building, we'll customize your event and plan a party or reception to remember!
2625 Harbor Loop Drive, Bellingham
360-220-0731
events@windowsonthebay.us
Catering Links & Resources
Giuseppe's Al Porto Ristorante Italiano
| 360-714-8412
21 Bellwether Way, Bellingham
Waterfront dining, open, fresh atmosphere with two large outside patio's. Truly authentic regional Italian cusine prepared in an active open kitchen. A West coast destination restaurant! | info@giuseppesitalian.com
21 Bellwether Way, Bellingham
Waterfront dining, open, fresh atmosphere with two large outside patio's. Truly authentic regional Italian cusine prepared in an active open kitchen. A West coast destination restaurant! | info@giuseppesitalian.com
Jalapenos - Barkley
| 360-778-2045
2945 Newmarket Plaza, Bellingham
Let our dedicated staff serve you, your next meal. Our dishes are prepared fresh daily using only the best ingredients available. Cooked by highly experienced Chefs. Jalapenos is the home of the big mama margarita, judged as the best in Bellingham. | catering@jalapenos-wa.com
Jalapenos - Downtown Bellingham
| 360-671-3099
501 West Holly, Bellingham
Let our dedicated staff serve you, your next meal. Our dishes are prepared fresh daily using only the best ingredients available. Cooked by highly experienced Chefs. Jalapenos is the home of the big mama margarita, judged as the best in Bellingham. | catering@jalapenos-wa.com
Jalapenos - Fairhaven
| 360-656-6600
1007 Harris Ave, Bellingham
Let our dedicated staff serve you, your next meal. Our dishes are prepared fresh daily using only the best ingredients available. Cooked by highly experienced Chefs. Jalapenos is the home of the big mama margarita, judged as the best in Bellingham. | catering@jalapenos-wa.com
Note: Listings marked with a have a photo and/or description when you hover your mouse pointer over their name.
Fools Onion
Fools Onion catering is a highly successful catering company established in 2002. Fools Onion was chosen for the company name to represent its uniqueness, whimsy and dedication to the use of local products.
5305 Northwest Drive, Bellingham
360-647-2800
info@foolsonion.com
Hampton Inn - Bellingham
Convenient location off of Exit 258. Adjacent to I-5 and Bellingham Airport. Offering complimentary breakfast and internet access. Close to Bellis Fair. Earn both points and miles through Hilton Hhonors. Call us at 360-676-7700.
3985 Bennett Drive, Bellingham
360-676-7700
BLLWA_Hampton@hilton.com
Hilltop Restaurant
Centrally located between Bellingham, Lynden and Ferndale on SR539 (Guide Meridian) they offer a great stopping place for travelers and meeting friends and family.
5645 Guide Meridian, Bellingham
360-398-2462
McKay's TapHouse - Pizza Pipeline
1118 E Maple Street, Bellingham
360-647-3600
pizzapipeline@aol.com
1118 E Maple Street, Bellingham
360-647-3600
pizzapipeline@aol.com