Bellingham Whatcom County Tourism provides a centralized online calendar for visitor-friendly events throughout Whatcom County. On the calendar below, click the dates surrounded by circle to view events for that day. Or use the search feature to find events by category, location or in a date range.
![]() Sep 8, 2018 - Jan 6, 2019
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Endangered SpeciesLocation: Whatcom Museum, Old City Hall, BellinghamWhatcom Museum, Old City Hall, BellinghamTime: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Endangered Species highlights 60 artists celebrating biodiversity's beauty, interpret natural and human-induced extinctions, and focus on endangered species from diverse ecosystems. It includes the work of artists who spotlight the...More |
![]() Sep 8, 2018 - Mar 31, 2019
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The Elephant in the RoomLocation: Whatcom Museum, Old City Hall, BellinghamWhatcom Museum, Old City Hall, BellinghamTime: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm In conjunction with our Lightcatcher exhibition, Endangered Species: Artists on the Front Line of Biodiversity, the Museum will explore the story of ivory from pre-history to modern times, featuring a...More |
![]() Nov 16, 2018 - Dec 24, 2018
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Holiday Festival of the ArtsLocation: Holiday Festival of the Arts, Holiday Festival of the Arts,Time: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm The Holiday Festival of the Arts is a five-week-long indoor arts festival featuring 100 artisans from our region. Aside from vendors selling their wares, the festival boasts live music and...More |
![]() Nov 23, 2018 - Dec 30, 2018
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Deck the Old City HallLocation: Whatcom Museum, Old City Hall, Whatcom Museum, Old City Hall,Time: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Get in the holiday spirit with the Whatcom Museum's annual festivities! Historic Old City Hall will be decked out for the season. View a variety of themed, decorated holiday trees...More |
![]() Nov 23, 2018 - Dec 22, 2018
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Fairhaven WinterfestLocation: Fairhaven District, Fairhaven District,Time: 3:00 pm - 8:30 pm You are invited to visit Fairhaven neighborhood shops and restaurants that are sharing the works of emerging and professional artists in the spirit of the holidays. Father Christmas will also...More |
![]() Dec 1, 2018 - Dec 8, 2018
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Elf on the ShelfLocation: Downtown Lynden, LyndenDowntown Lynden, LyndenTime: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm The Elf on the Shelf has returned with TWO chances to win! Join us for the Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt in downtown Lynden. Find all 12 elves in...More |
![]() Dec 1, 2018 - Dec 8, 2018
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Visit with SinterklaasLocation: The Inn at Lynden, The Inn at Lynden,Time: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm Visit with Sinterklaas when he arrives at 2:00 pm.as he spreads traditional Dutch holiday cheer! Bring the whole family to visit Sinter at the Inn at Lynden, 100 5th St...More |
![]() Dec 5, 2018 - Dec 9, 2018
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Katie Drafs-Lady Phoenix Art-AbstractLocation: Whatcom Art Market, BellinghamWhatcom Art Market, BellinghamTime: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Featured artists Katie Drafs, Lady Phoenix Art- Abstract acrylic painter. Katie will be demonstrating her " Molecular Attractions" style of abstract art & discussing her use of different tools, paints...More |
![]() Dec 7, 2018 - Dec 9, 2018
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December WeSNiP FundraiserLocation: Cordata Place, Cordata Place,Time: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Mark your calendar as the next big sale is set for Friday, December 7th, Saturday, December 8th and Sunday, December 9th. Just in time for holiday shopping for everyone on...More |
![]() Dec 7, 2018 - Dec 9, 2018
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Holiday Port FestivalLocation: Bellingham Cruise Terminal, BellinghamBellingham Cruise Terminal, BellinghamTime: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm Free fun for the Whole Family. Horse and carriage rides, pictures with Santa, over 40 local performance groups. Free cookies and cider sponsored by Haggen. 100 gingerbread creations and free...More |
![]() Dec 7, 2018 - Dec 8, 2018
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Holiday Art Fair & MuseumLocation: Goff Building, BlaineGoff Building, BlaineTime: 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm Enjoy two weekends of family fun in downtown Blaine with local artisans presenting glass art, fabric crafts, fine art, jewelry, photography and more. There will also be kid's craft activities,...More |
![]() Dec 8, 2018
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2018 Arthritis Foundation Jingle BellLocation: Bellingham High School, BellinghamBellingham High School, BellinghamTime: 7:00 am - 11:00 am Join us for the 31st Bellingham Arthritis Foundation Jingle Bell Run on 12/08/18 at Bellingham High School. It is the original holiday race for charity where everyone makes their own...More |
![]() Dec 8, 2018
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Sleighbells Ring – BelleWood’s HolidayLocation: Bellewood Acres, LyndenBellewood Acres, LyndenTime: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Santa Clause will be at BelleWood Acres December 8-9, 15-16, 22-23, 12noon-4pm. Remember to bring your camera to capture that perfect moment. Horse Drawn Trolley Rides – December 8-9, 15-16,...More |
![]() Dec 8, 2018
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NSEA Community Work PartyLocation: Nooksack Salmon Enhancement Association, BellinghamNooksack Salmon Enhancement Association, BellinghamTime: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Restore private property with the Roybal Family along Squalicum Creek by planting and mulching native trees and shrubs. Parking and a shuttle to the site are available at NSEA’s Campus...More |
![]() Dec 8, 2018
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Bellingham Farmers Market - DowntownLocation: Depot Market Square, WhatcomDepot Market Square, WhatcomTime: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Saturday Market operates at Depot Market Square in downtown Bellingham from 10 am to 3 pm every Saturday from April through December. It is a perennial favorite with locals and...More |
![]() Dec 8, 2018
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Open House at Ayurvedic Health CenterLocation: Ayurvedic Health Center & Wellness Shop, BellinghamAyurvedic Health Center & Wellness Shop, BellinghamTime: 10:00 am - 11:00 am Offered the Second Saturday of each month, these no-cost gatherings will give you a chance to dip your toes into the basic concepts of Ayurveda and ask questions pertinent to...More |
![]() Dec 8, 2018
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Whatcom Hills Holiday FaireLocation: Whatcom Hills Waldorf School, Whatcom Hills Waldorf School,Time: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm The Whatcom Hills Waldorf School's annual Holiday Faire is a wonder-full way for families to enjoy the spirit of the holidays with live music, magical lands, delicious food, local craft...More |
![]() Dec 8, 2018
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Curator’s Gallery TourLocation: Whatcom Museum Lightcatcher Building, Whatcom Museum Lightcatcher Building,Time: 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm Join Barbara Matilsky, Curator of Art, for an inside view of Endangered Species. While discussing key themes and selected artists’ works, she will describe the process of organizing this timely,...More |
![]() Dec 8, 2018
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A Charlie Brown Christmas at BAAY!Location: BAAY Theatre, BellinghamBAAY Theatre, BellinghamTime: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth presents A Charlie Brown Christmas this December at the BAAY Theatre! This production will include all of your favorite characters from the original TV special,...More |
![]() Dec 8, 2018
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Rodgers & Hammerstein's CinderellaLocation: Mount Baker Theatre, BellinghamMount Baker Theatre, BellinghamTime: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Take a carriage ride back to your childhood as you rediscover and share some of Rodgers + Hammerstein’s most beloved songs. Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella is the Tony Award-winning Broadway...More |
![]() Dec 8, 2018
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The Santa Train RideLocation: Miniature World Family Fun Center, Miniature World Family Fun Center,Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Come on out to Birch Bay, WA to experience the return of the famous Santa Train Ride at Miniature World Family Fun Center! As Christmas approaches, the Forest of Imagination...More |
![]() Dec 8, 2018
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WWU Men's Basketball vs. ColumbiaLocation: WECU Courts at Carver Gym, WWU, BellinghamWECU Courts at Carver Gym, WWU, BellinghamTime: 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Come support WWU Men's Basketball as they take on Columbia Bible College at Carver Gym!More |
![]() Dec 8, 2018
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A Charlie Brown Christmas at BAAY!Location: BAAY Theatre, BellinghamBAAY Theatre, BellinghamTime: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth presents A Charlie Brown Christmas this December at the BAAY Theatre! This production will include all of your favorite characters from the original TV special,...More |
![]() Dec 8, 2018
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Luci Shaw Eye of the BeholderLocation: Village Books, BellinghamVillage Books, BellinghamTime: 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm This collection of new poems - all composed over the last two years - is in many ways the culmination of a stunning career. The joy and responsibility of the...More |
![]() Dec 8, 2018
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Rodgers & Hammerstein's CinderellaLocation: Mount Baker Theatre, BellinghamMount Baker Theatre, BellinghamTime: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Take a carriage ride back to your childhood as you rediscover and share some of Rodgers + Hammerstein’s most beloved songs. Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella is the Tony Award-winning Broadway...More |
![]() Dec 8, 2018
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It's A Wonderful Life, the musicalLocation: Claire vg Thomas Theater, Claire vg Thomas Theater,Time: 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm It’s Christmas eve, and after a series of events George Bailey stands on a bridge questioning if he should even go on living. It is up to Clarence, a second-class angel,...More |
![]() Dec 8, 2018
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Shipwrecked: An EntertainmentLocation: Bellingham Theatre Guild, Bellingham Theatre Guild,Time: 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm Bring the entire family! The adventurous Louis de Rougemont invites you to hear his amazing story of bravery, survival and celebrity that left 19th century England spellbound. Dare to be...More |