Events
Holiday Events
Allied Arts Holiday Festival of the Arts
11/21/2025 - 12/23/2025 - 10:00 am - 6:00 pm at Allied Arts Holiday Festival of the Arts
1225 E. Sunset Dr.
Make your shopping matter this holiday season at the Allied Arts Holiday Festival of the Arts! For over 40 years, they’ve connected the community with local artists and makers.
The Allied Arts Holiday Festival of the Arts is open every day from November 21st through December 24th from 10am-6pm … EXCEPT THANKSGIVING DAY! NOTE: They’ll close at 3pm on December 24th. It’s located at 1225 E. Sunset Drive in Bellingham! (The old Rite-Aid space in Sunset Square, near Safeway)
This year’s market features 130 local artists with everything from hand-crafted jewelry, original paintings, ceramics, quilts, gourmet foods, clothing, and more.
Your purchases directly supports the artists that call our community home!
In addition to the shopping, there’s LIVE music from local musicians, artist demos, kids’ art & activities.
Jansen Art Center Holiday Pop-Up Shop
11/29/2025 - 12/23/2025 - 10:00 am - 5:00 pm at Jansen Art Center
321 Front Street
Celebrate the holidays at the Jansen Art Center Holiday Pop-Up Shop every Friday & Saturday (and December 23rd) from 10am-5pm in Lynden.
They’ll have a curated selection of hand-crafted gifts to explore – ceramics, textiles, jewelry, find art, and more…all created by regional artisans.
With the inventory constantly being refreshed, there will be something new every time you stop and shop.
The City of Lightdale
12/19/2025 - 12/31/2025 - All Day
The City of Ferndale becomes “The City of Lightdale” this weekend…December 19th!
Residents have decorated their homes, yards, balconies, and windows in their best holiday spirit. You can explore the city looking for yard signs to see how well everybody has done and vote for your favorite between December 19th through January 1st!
The Top 3 voted homes will be crowned the winners for prizes and a feature on Ferndale’s social media pages.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND THE VOTING PROCESS ONCE IT GOES LIVE!
Magical Carousel Minis Lights & Animals of Christmas
12/19/2025 - 12/21/2025 - 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm at Blossom Farm
379 W. Wiser Lake Rd.
Blossom Farm invites you to the Magical Carousel Minis Lights & Animals of Christmas EVERY FRIDAY, SATURDAY, & SUNDAY in December from 12pm-4pm!
There are 20,000+ lights, 100+ inflatables, villages, wooden stars, and more to get you in the festive spirit. Everything is INSIDE, so you don’t need to worry about the weather or the daylight!
Admission is $5 per person.
Lighted Christmas Stroll Through Pioneer Village
12/19/2025 - 12/20/2025 - 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm at Pioneer Park
2004 Cherry Street
The Ferndale Heritage Society will again host a “Lighted Christmas Stroll Through Pioneer Village” event. This free event is a “giving back to our community” labor of love. The second and third weekends in December, Pioneer Village will be open Friday and Saturday evenings, 5-8pm.
Enjoy the dazzling lights, festive music and try your luck locating specific candy canes for a prize.
Handsome and Gretyl & Friends Christmas Concert
12/19/2025 - 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm at Living Rock Foursquare Church
2415 37th St.
Living Rock Church in Anacortes for Handsome and Gretyl’s annual Christmas concert that will get (or keep) you in the Christmas spirit on Friday, December 19th at 6:30pm!
It’s an evening of songs, friends, cookies, and cocoa! Cost is by donation at the door. All are welcome.
“Search for the Christmas Penguin”
12/19/2025 - 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm at New Prospect Theatre
207 Prospect St
Molly’s Comedy Cabaret presents “Search for the Christmas Penguin” at the New Prospect Theatre on Friday, December 19th at 7:00pm!
This is a heartwarming, laugh-out-loud adventure as Molly dives into a magical book and journeys through a world of Christmas wonder. You’ll meet characters like Scrooge, The Little Drummer Boy, and Rudolph.
Sing along with the catchy tunes, be ready for belly laughs, and be a part of this interactive fun!
Theater Arts Guild Presents “Holiday Inn: The Musical”
12/19/2025 - 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm at Lincoln Theatre
712 S. 1st St.
The Theater Arts Guild presents “Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn: The Musical” at McIntyre Hall on selected dates from December 5th-20th!
You’ll love this heartwarming, toe-tapping production based in the 1940s about Jim Hardy’s tale of leaving the hustle and bustle of show business to enjoy a quiet life on his farmhouse in Connecticut. But…he’s not quite ready for a life without song and dance.
You’ll see them perform over 20 well-known hits from the Irving Berlin catalog in this holiday spectacular!
Show Dates/Times:
Friday, December 19th at 7:30pm
Saturday, December 20th at 2:00pm
Santa’s Breakfast in Sedro-Woolley
12/20/2025 - 8:30 am - 11:00 am at Sedro-Woolley Community Center
703 Pacific St.
Beta Sigma Phi is hosting Santa’s Breakfast on Saturday, December 20th from 8:30am-11:00am at the Sedro-Woolley Community Center!
Kids can enjoy a FREE breakfast of pancakes, sausage links, fruit, and milk or juice! Parents are by donation.
Santa will be there to talk with each child. You can bring your camera for pictures. Plus, the Cascade Middle School Choir will sing holiday tunes.
Sponsored by the Hampton Inn and Suites, Rallye Auto, Fisher & Sons, Oliver Hammer Clothes shoppe, Sedro-Woolley Family Dental, Lemley Chapel and Janicki Industries.
Breakfast with Santa
12/20/2025 - 9:00 am - 11:30 am at Ferndale Pavilion
2007 Cherry Street
The Ferndale Public Schools Foundation invites you to have a cozy breakfast with Santa on Saturday, December 20th at Ferndale Pavilion!
There will be a waffle bar, a hot chocolate bar, photos with Santa, face painting, and crafts and activities for kids of all ages.
Tickets are $5 per person at the door. Kids under 3 are free!
3rd Annual Candy Cane Lane
12/20/2025 - 10:00 am - 4:00 pm at Skagit County Fairgrounds
501 Taylor Street
You’re invited to the Skagit County Fairgrounds for the 3rd Annual Candy Cane Lane on Saturday, December 20th from 10am-4pm!
There’s over 40 local vendors, food trucks and a coffee bar! Get your picture with Santa from 11am-2pm! Santa’s Workshop has a make & take activity for kids! Gift wrapping by donation!
Admission is FREE…but they ask that you consider a non-perishable food item donation to the Helping Hands Food Bank!
Holiday Makers Market
12/20/2025 - 10:00 am - 5:00 pm at Bellingham Cruise Terminal
355 Harris Ave
The Shop Small Holiday Makers Market is December 20th & 21st at the Bellingham Cruise Terminal in Fairhaven!
The market features 50 local makers with everything from tasty treats to handcrafted soaps, textiles to jewelry, and more. There will be food trucks on-site – Dane Good and WTF – with hot beverages, baked goods and more.
The event is FREE and open to the public. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION!
Let’s Make Presents – Deming
12/20/2025 - 10:30 am - 11:30 am at Deming Library
5044 Mt. Baker Highway
Hey kids, here’s a chance to make some great gifts for the special people in your life!
Head to the Lynden Library on Friday, December 12th from 3:30pm-4:30pm and they’ll have all the supplies you need to create some beautiful, meaningful gifts.
3rd Annual Habitat for Humanity Cookie Walk
12/20/2025 - 11:00 am - 5:00 pm at The Sportsplex
1225 Civic Field Way
Habitat for Humanity of Whatcom County hosts their 3rd Annual Cookie Walk on Saturday, December 20th from 11am-5pm at The Sportsplex in Bellingham!
Enjoy holiday treats and festive skating while supporting Habitat for Humanity’s mission to build homes in Whatcom County.
All cookies are home-baked by volunteers.
$13 for a Medium Box
$20 for a Large Box
Santa 5K Fun Run
12/20/2025 - 11:00 am - 1:00 pm at Cordata Park
4510 Cordata Pkwy
Bellingham Parks & Rec presents this year’s “Santa 5K” on Saturday, December 20th at 11am at Cordata Community Park!
Whether you’re running as fast as possible OR taking your time while you sip on coffee and visit with friends, you’ll have a great time. Costumes are not required, but they make it pretty fun!
All participants will receive a one size fits most Santa hat.
Holiday Makers Market
12/20/2025 - 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm at Bellingham Cruise Terminal
355 Harris Ave
The Shop Small Holiday Makers Market is December 20th & 21st at the Bellingham Cruise Terminal in Fairhaven!
The market features 50 local makers with everything from tasty treats to handcrafted soaps, textiles to jewelry, and more. There will be food trucks on-site – Dane Good and WTF – with hot beverages, baked goods and more.
The event is FREE and open to the public. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION!
Holiday Makers Market for Whatcom Humane Society
12/20/2025 - 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm at Fairhaven Bicycles
1108 11th Street
Fairhaven Bicycles hosts a Holiday Makers Market on Saturday, December 20th from 12pm-4pm!
Local makers and artisans will be there everything from tasty treats to hand carvings, animal-themed ceramics to local photography. Shop local and support local artists while you finish off your Christmas list.
Several of the vendors will be donating a portion of their proceeds to local non-profits, including the Whatcom Humane Society!
FREE Photos with The Grinch
12/20/2025 - 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm at Miraculous Braidz & Beauty
1517 Cornwall Ave.
The 6th Annual Grinchmas Experience is coming to Miraculous Braidz & Beauty on Cornwall Avenue in Bellingham on Saturday, December 20th from 2pm-5pm!
This FREE event is for families of all ages with FREE photos with The Grinch. There’s no appointment needed…just show up and enjoy the decorations and holiday vibes!
Theater Arts Guild Presents “Holiday Inn: The Musical”
12/20/2025 - 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm at Lincoln Theatre
712 S. 1st St.
The Theater Arts Guild presents “Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn: The Musical” at McIntyre Hall on selected dates from December 5th-20th!
You’ll love this heartwarming, toe-tapping production based in the 1940s about Jim Hardy’s tale of leaving the hustle and bustle of show business to enjoy a quiet life on his farmhouse in Connecticut. But…he’s not quite ready for a life without song and dance.
You’ll see them perform over 20 well-known hits from the Irving Berlin catalog in this holiday spectacular!
Show Dates/Times:
Saturday, December 20th at 2:00pm
“A Very Border Town Christmas”
12/20/2025 - 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm at Border Town Plaza
738 Peace Portal Dr
It’s an evening of Christmas carols, ugly sweaters, and meeting Santa Claus at “A Very Border Town Christmas” from 5pm-9pm on December 20th at Border Town Plaza in Blaine!
Santa will be there handing out gifts to little ones while live carolers will be filling the wintry night air with classic holiday tunes. Wear your ugliest or flashiest Christmas sweater for a chance to win a prize.
There’s also plenty of arts & crafts projects for kids and a hot cocoa station to warm up!
Late Night Film: “Die Hard”
12/20/2025 - 12/21/2025 - 10:00 pm - 12:00 am at Lincoln Theatre
712 S. 1st St.
The most action-packed Christmas movie ever, “Die Hard,” is showing at the Lincoln Theatre in Mount Vernon on Saturday, December 20th from 10pm-12am!
Bruce Willis stars New York cop, John McLane, in this classic holiday fare as he tries to save his wife and her co-workers being held hostage in Nakatomi Plaza! Yippee Ki-Yay!
No Sun Fun Run 2M
12/21/2025 - 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm at Skagit River Park
1100 S. Skagit St.
Celebrate the dark… the cold… the winter along the mighty Skagit River in Burlington at the No Sun Fun Run on Sunday, December 21st from 4:30pm-6:00pm!
The fun run will feature an illuminated path up on the dike that follows along the river. Enjoy a bonfire, hot chocolate, and some cozy live music that celebrates the Winter Solstice. (Remember, the days get longer from here on out)
If you have anything you want to leave behind in the old year, write it down and throw it in the fire.
Allied Arts Holiday Festival of the Arts
12/24/2025 - 10:00 am - 3:00 pm at Allied Arts Holiday Festival of the Arts
1225 E. Sunset Dr.
Make your shopping matter this holiday season at the Allied Arts Holiday Festival of the Arts! For over 40 years, they’ve connected the community with local artists and makers.
The Allied Arts Holiday Festival of the Arts is open every day from November 21st through December 24th from 10am-6pm … EXCEPT THANKSGIVING DAY! NOTE: They’ll close at 3pm on December 24th. It’s located at 1225 E. Sunset Drive in Bellingham! (The old Rite-Aid space in Sunset Square, near Safeway)
This year’s market features 130 local artists with everything from hand-crafted jewelry, original paintings, ceramics, quilts, gourmet foods, clothing, and more.
Your purchases directly supports the artists that call our community home!
In addition to the shopping, there’s LIVE music from local musicians, artist demos, kids’ art & activities.
Magical Carousel Minis Lights & Animals of Christmas
12/26/2025 - 12/28/2025 - 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm at Blossom Farm
379 W. Wiser Lake Rd.
Blossom Farm invites you to the Magical Carousel Minis Lights & Animals of Christmas EVERY FRIDAY, SATURDAY, & SUNDAY in December from 12pm-4pm!
There are 20,000+ lights, 100+ inflatables, villages, wooden stars, and more to get you in the festive spirit. Everything is INSIDE, so you don’t need to worry about the weather or the daylight!
Admission is $5 per person.
