Bellingham Dockside Market
09/05/2026 - 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.
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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
09/05/2026 - 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.
Heritage Flight Museum Fly Day
09/05/2026 - 10:00 am - 4:00 pm at Heritage Flight Museum
15053 Crosswind Dr
The Heritage Flight Museum hosts a Fly Day on Saturday, September 5th from 10am-4pm.
See the thrills of historic warbirds in flight. Wander the museum expansion with exhibits featuring the story of the Apollo 8 mission to the moon. Honor the history of the vintage aircraft that have so much history behind them.
Flying is subject to change due to weather or other circumstances beyond the museum’s control.
Admission is $12 for adults, $10 for seniors, $5 for children 5-17 and members of the military, and FREE for kids 4 and under.
Improv Drop-In Class
09/05/2026 - 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm at The Upfront Theatre
203 Prospect St
The Upfront Theatre hosts an Improv Drop-In Class on Saturday, September 5th from 12pm-1pm.
If you’re curious about improv, show up and give it a try. Participants will experience how the tenets of improv can change your life. Classes are open to all ages and experience levels.
Cost is on a pay-what-you-can basis. Registration is not required but encouraged.
Tech Help Hour / Hora de Ayuda Tecnológica
09/05/2026 - 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
Sunset Silent Disco
09/05/2026 - 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm at Squalicum Boathouse
2600 N. Harbor Loop Drive
Dancing Dana Carr, LLC, invites you to a Sunset Silent Disco on Saturday, September 5th from 7:00pm-8:30pm at the Squalicum Boathouse in Bellingham.
Move to the music with your friends in the fresh air and enjoy the ocean view as you watch the sun set. They’ll broadcast a diverse playlist on a radio transmitter that can be picked up on headphones. Headphones will be available on a first come, first served basis.
This event is FREE and open to all ages, shapes, sizes, colors, genders, abilities, sexual identities, etc. Wear comfy clothes and footwear. FREE Parking is adjacent to the park.
Alger Sunday Market
09/06/2026 - 10:00 am - 3:00 pm at Alger Community Hall
18735 Parkview Lane
The Alger Sunday Market is open Sunday, September 6th from 10am-3pm at the Alger Community Hall.
The market features live music and vendor booths full of items from local crafters and artisans. This week, enjoy LIVE music by Steve Johnson.
Old City Hall History Tours
09/06/2026 - 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm at Whatcom Museum, Old City Hall
121 Prospect St.
The Whatcom Museum invites you on a historical tour of Old City Hall on Sunday, July 26th from 1:00pm-2:00pm.
These one-hour, docent-led tours start on the first floor and take you through the historical building that was built in 1892 and was Bellingham’s original city hall until the 1930s. You’ll learn quirky facts and trivia and hear stories about the colorful characters that worked or passed through the iconic building.
Blaine Summer Outdoor Movies
09/11/2026 - 4:30 pm - 9:00 pm at Marine Park
272 Marine Drive
Bring your blankets and lawn chairs to Marine Park in Blaine for Summer Outdoor Movies throughout the summer! These events are FREE and open to all! Movies start after sunset.
On Friday, September 11th, you can watch “Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu.” From IMDB.com: “Once a lone bounty hunter, Mandalorian Din Djarin and his apprentice Grogu embark on an exciting new Star Wars adventure.”
Whatcom Water Week
09/12/2026 - 09/20/2026 - All Day at
Whatcom Water Week is September 12th-20th with FREE, fun events across Whatcom County to celebrate the vital water resources we have here in the Pacific Northwest. With a wide range of events, you’ll find something that engages you to help protect our waterways.
Weeklong Events – September 12th-20th
Story Walk at Taylor Dock – Step into the world of “Hello, Ocean!” by Corinna Luyken, and stroll along Taylor Dock while you learn about the treasure you can find in the ocean and how we can protect them.
Story Walk at Little Squalicum Pier – Walk along Little Squalicum Pier and read “1, 2, 3 Salish Sea” by Nikki McClure. You’ll learn about the amazing animals that live in our ocean and why we need to protect them.
Saturday, September 12th
Run with the Chums 5K – Join the run at the BP Highlands on a course that takes you along some of Whatcom County’s most beautiful shorelines and beaches.
Monday, September 14th
Kids Water Week Science & Storytime – Bring your kids to the Marine Life Center on Squalicum Harbor from 10:00am-11:00am for some hands-on experiences and storytimes so they can learn about our waterways.
Tuesday, September 15th
Bellingham Water Treatment Plant Tour – Take a tour of Bellingham’s Water Treatment Plant and learn about where Bellingham’s drinking water comes from, how it’s filtered and sanitized, and the challenges operators face. Tour times are 10:00am-11:00am and 5:30pm-6:30pm.
Birch Bay Wastewater Treatment Plant Tour – Learn how Birch Bay’s wastewater is treated and cleaned before being sent to the Strait of Georgia. Be prepared to be in an industrial setting and dress appropriately. All visitors must wear closed-toe shoes. Tour time is 1:00pm-2:00pm.
Wednesday, September 16th
Bellingham’s Post Point Water Treatment Plant Tour – Discober what happens to Bellingham’s wastewater from our homes, schools, and businesses. From flushing toilets to washing dishes, you’ll learn about the fate of 12 million gallons of soapy, dirty water. The tour includes Q&A with the plant operators and laboratory staff. Tour times are 10:00am-11:30am or 6:00pm-7:30pm.
Thursday, September 17th
Clayton Beach Stewardship – It’s a day at Clayton Beach, starting with a short site visit and discussions of the restoration project. Then, roll up your sleeves and help with vegetation management and preparations for the late-fall planting. This event runs from 9:00am-12:00pm
Water Week Read Aloud – Bring your kids to Taylor Dock in Bellingham for a Read Aloud Story Walk on the Dock. A librarian will read “Hello, Ocean” while you walk along the dock. After the story, stay for nature-based crafts. Event runs from 10:30am-11:30am.
Lightcatcher Building Green Roof Tour – Learn how the Whatcom Museum recycles water using their innovative Green Roof technology. See how rainwater is collected, stored, and transported to toilets to save water. Event starts at 1:00pm.
Exhibition Explorers: Totally Tubular Water Play – Create your own water obstacle course and beat the heat in the Lightcatcher courtyard. You’ll be able to use your creativity to complete the task. Then, check out the Luminous Glow exhibition. Event runs from 2:00pm-4:00pm.
Water Week Trivia – Stop by Stones Throw Brewery in Fairhaven and compete to take home the trivia prize. Buy in is $2 and you can have a team of up to 4 participants. Event runs from 7:00pm-9:00pm.
Saturday, September 19th
Bellingham Dockside Market – Its the freshest seafood you can get. Shop directly from the fishermen and women that bring their catch in from the sea. At Squalicum Harbor, Gate 5 from 10:00am-2:00pm.
Forest Water Scavenger Hunt – The Stimpson Family Nature Reserve will be your hunting grounds and you and your family try to find everything in the activity booklet while you learn about the natural features and their important role in the water cycle. Earn a Water Wise take-home momento. Event runs from 11:00am-3:00pm.
Beach Cleanup – Join RE Sources for a beach cleanup at the Cherry Point Aquatic Reserve on Gulf Road in Ferndale. Event runs from 11:00am-1:00pm.
ALL MONTH LONG
We Scoop Photo Contest – All month long, be part of the “We Scoop Photo Contest.” Dog poop left on the ground can wash into our waterways causing pollution. Be your dogs “pup-arrazi” and snap a picture for the contest. They could be featured in upcoming scooping ads. Learn more at www.whatcomcounty.us/scooppoop
