Holiday Fun at Fairhaven Winterfest in Bellingham

Let the Magic Begin! Kick off Winterfest with the annual lighting of the Village and a day full of holiday cheer. 

Highlights:

• Santa Claus & Elves for photos / noon – 3pm 

• Horse drawn carriage rides through the Village / noon – 3pm 

• Holiday Pop-up Market at Firehouse Arts and Event Center / 1pm – 6pm 

• Winterfest Art Walk / 4pm – 7pm Light the Village celebration on the Village Green / 4pm – 7pm 

• Live holiday music / 4pm 

• Fire dancing by Pyro Dancers LLC / 5pm 

• Winterfest Warm-up in the Village Books Reading Gallery / 5:30pm – 7pm

Enjoy some hot cocoa and cider while you mingle with the performers and sponsors; don’t forget to grab your monthlong schedule and Shop Local Card

Highlights: 

• Holiday Gingerbread Competition at the Bellingham Ferry Terminal / 11am – 5pm 

• Santa Claus & Elves for photos / noon – 3pm 

• Horse drawn carriage rides through the Village / noon – 3pm 

• Live holiday music / 1pm 

• Firelit Stroll through the Woods (Lake Padden Trail off Harris Ave) / 5pm – 8pm 

• Live holiday music – Holiday Brass (weather dependent) / 5pm 

• Winterfest Bonfire at Stones Throw Brewery / 4pm – 9pm 

• Lighted Boat Parade in Bellingham Bay / 5:30pm

Eat, drink, and be merry! A lively weekend for adults and families to enjoy the spirit of the season. 

Highlights: 

• Santa Claus & Elves for photos / noon – 3pm 

• Horse drawn carriage rides through the Village / noon – 3pm 

• Live holiday music at Village Inn / 1pm – 3pm 

• Stop into local business – holiday sweat treats for children and adults! 

• Live music throughout the Village

Cozy up, bring your pets, and celebrate the season! Bring out your furry friends for a fun day in Fairhaven Highlights: 

Highlights:

• Santa Claus & Elves for photos / noon – 3pm 

• Dog friendly Santa and treats on hand for photos 

• Horse drawn carriage rides through the Village / noon – 3pm 

• Live holiday music at Village Inn / 1pm 

• Holiday Dog Parade and Funky Sweater Showdown with prizes / 4pm 

• Winter Solstice reflection moment

STAY IN THE HEART OF FAIRHAVEN 

Create new memories in Fairhaven this winter! Take in the seasonal sights and sounds of Fairhaven Winterfest while staying in the heart of the Village. The inn is within easy walking distance of all the festival's events and happenings.