Fairhaven Sin & Gin Tour
07/25/2026 - 4:00 pm - 5:15 pm at Fairhaven
11th and McKenzie
The next Fairhaven Sin & Gin Tour is Saturday, June 29th at 3:00pm.
Bellingham’s quaint south-side neighborhood was once called “the center of prostitution on Bellingham Bay.” This lovely shopping district started out as a wild west-style den of sin… full of brothels and saloons! Learn about the town whose founder was called “Dirty Dan.” The tour lasts a little over one hour and covers under one mile in distance. More details available upon ticket purchase.
*Rated “mature” for mild adult content. Tickets are $25 each.
Fix-It Fair
07/26/2026 - 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm at Kulshan K2
1538 Kentucky St.
Fix-It Fair Bellingham invites you to this month’s Fix-It Fair event on Sunday, July 26th from 12pm-3pm at it’s NEW LOCATION – Kulshan K2 on Kentucky Street in Bellingham!
If you have something that needs to be fixed…BRING IT! The volunteers will help you fix it for FREE!
Some of the items they’ll help you with include:
-Clothes Mending (patches, button fixes, pocket holes, etc.)
-Small Appliance Repair
-Knife Sharpening (please limit to 2 items per person)
-Bike Repair (brake checks and basic service)
-Jewelry Repair
-Small Appliance Repair (anything you can carry that is NOT gas-powered)
-Shoe Polishing
This is a FREE event run by volunteers. All repairs are FREE or by donation.
All Comers Track & Field Meet
07/27/2026 - 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm at Civic Field
1355 Civic Field Way
The Bellingham Parks & Rec All Comer Track & Field Events are fun for the whole family! The season starts on Monday, June 15th and runs thru August 17th. The meets are Mondays at 6pm at Civic Field. The meets are $6 per person for one meet, but they have individual and family season passes available!
From the Bellingham Parks & Rec website:
All Comers is a Bellingham tradition where generations of participants, from first-time competitors to seasoned athletes, come together to race, jump, and throw! Whether you’re sprinting the 100 meters, launching a shot put, or soaring in the high jump, there’s something for everyone.
Open to all ages and skill levels, this welcoming series is all about fun, friendly competition, and community spirit. Lace up your sneakers, bring your friends, and join us on the track! For the full event schedule, course records, and more, visit cob.org/races or email parks@cob.org.
Participants who are able to predict their time within 3 seconds win a prize. On the last Monday of each month, we will forgo the 1500 meter and offer a 5K.
Double Rainbow Doubleweave Workshop
07/30/2026 - 08/01/2026 - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm at Jansen Art Center
321 Front Street
Discover the magic of color in weaving with this special workshop at the Jansen Art Center in Lynden July 30th-August 1st.
Renowned fiber artist, Jennifer Moore, will lead this workshop that gives students a chance to prepare a warp unsing her unique system arranging multiple colors in rotational sequence. You’ll have a chance to experiment with a variety of structures. Plus, Jennifer will lead a comprehensive lecture. You’ll leave with a remarkable sampler, a stronger understanding of color theory and optical mixing in weaving, and countless ideas for future projects.
Cost is $325. CLICK HERE FOR INFO AND REGISTRATION!
Fairhaven Gore & Lore Tour
07/31/2026 - 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm at Fairhaven
11th and McKenzie
This tour takes you through the ghost stories, true crime tales, and spooky local lore of Bellingham’s “south side.”
The tour lasts between 1-1.5 hours with a total walking distance less than 1 mile. Parental discretion is advised for violent, gory, and potentially scary topics.
Bellingham Dockside Market
08/01/2026 - 10:00 am - 2:00 pm at Fisherman’s Pavilion
2599 S. Harbor Loop Dr.
The Port of Bellingham hosts its Dockside Market on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of every month from 10am-2pm. This is an opportunity for you to shop directly from fishermen for the freshest catch available!
They’ve also added artists, crafters, and other vendors to the market for even more opportunities to experience the finest local food and art.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION!
From the Port of Bellingham website:
Check the Bellingham Dockside Market Facebook page, Instagram, or newsletter prior to sale days to see which fishermen will be at the dock and what products will be available.
Head down to Squalicum Harbor and follow the signs to the market where fishermen await with their product! We set up outside at Gate 5 from June through October and inside the Fishermen’s Pavilion (2599 S. Harbor Loop Drive) from November through May.
Pick your seafood, pay the fishermen directly, and head home with your delicious catch.
We’re bringing you the best of our waterfront town: the Bellingham Dockside Market, an authentic connection to our local waters!
Burlington Byways Center Artisan & Agricultural Market
08/01/2026 - 10:00 am - 3:00 pm at Burlington-Skagit County Regional Byways Center
520 E Fairhaven Ave
The Burlington Chamber of Commerce hosts the Burlington Artisan & Agricultural Market every Saturday through September from 10am-3pm at the Burlington-Skagit County Regional Byways Center.
You can support local farms, small businesses, and makers as they sell their fresh produce and handmade goods in a fun, community atmosphere.
Summer Saturday Book Sales
08/01/2026 - 10:00 am - 5:00 pm at Deming Library
5044 Mt. Baker Highway
The Friends of the Deming Library will be opening their book room for browsing and purchasing on Saturdays from 10:00am-5:00pm in June, July & August! (NOTE: There is no sale on Saturday, July 4th)
You’ll find a HUGE selection of books covering a variety of subjects and genres. Books can be paid for using cash, checks, or the Give Butter donation websute.
Proceeds benefit the Friends of the Deming Library and their support of Deming Library programs and maintenance.
The book room is just outside of the Deming Library building.
Tech Help Hour / Hora de Ayuda Tecnológica
08/01/2026 - 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm at Everson Library
104 Kirsch Dr
The Everson Library hosts a Tech Help Hour / Hora de Ayuda Tecnológica on Saturday, June 13th from 3:00pm-4:00pm.
If you need support with a technological issue, they’ll have volunteers on hand that can help you out. Call ahead to schedule a 30-minute one-on-one appointment to get your problem solved.
According to the Whatcom Library System’s website, some of the issues they’ll help you deal with include:
- Downloading, streaming, or accessing WCLS digital resources
- Basic computer, tablet, e-reader, or smartphone skills
- Setting up and using email
- Basic word processing and spreadsheet questions
- Library catalog and online resources
The following topics are examples of what is beyond the scope of this basic service:
- Diagnosing and fixing hardware problems
- Recovering lost data, reconfigurations, or factory resets
- Removing viruses or setting up device securitY
All Comers Track & Field Meet
08/03/2026 - 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm at Civic Field
1355 Civic Field Way
The Bellingham Parks & Rec All Comer Track & Field Events are fun for the whole family! The season starts on Monday, June 15th and runs thru August 17th. The meets are Mondays at 6pm at Civic Field. The meets are $6 per person for one meet, but they have individual and family season passes available!
From the Bellingham Parks & Rec website:
All Comers is a Bellingham tradition where generations of participants, from first-time competitors to seasoned athletes, come together to race, jump, and throw! Whether you’re sprinting the 100 meters, launching a shot put, or soaring in the high jump, there’s something for everyone.
Open to all ages and skill levels, this welcoming series is all about fun, friendly competition, and community spirit. Lace up your sneakers, bring your friends, and join us on the track! For the full event schedule, course records, and more, visit cob.org/races or email parks@cob.org.
Participants who are able to predict their time within 3 seconds win a prize. On the last Monday of each month, we will forgo the 1500 meter and offer a 5K.
