Craft Breweries and Taphouses
Ready for some serious beer tasting? Bellingham and Whatcom County are home to nearly 20 popular craft breweries, including some of the most decorated and highly respected in the nation. The region’s natural beauty, abundant outdoor recreation, and the community-focused population has inspired a range of talented local craft brew masters.
Festive beer-related activities happen year-round, but also include large scale annual events like April Brews Day and seasonal brewers cruises on Bellingham Bay.
Experience Breweries Like a Local
The Portal Container Village at the downtown Bellingham waterfront is a seasonal attraction (open summer through fall) featuring local businesses creatively operating out of converted metal shipping containers.
At the center of it all is the large beer garden at Kulshan Trackside. Visit for a delicious beer, local music, and other beer-centric annual events like NW Tune-Up. This location is both family and pet friendly!
