Events
KAFE's Weekend Vibes
MegaZapper at the Spark Museum
01/01/2025 - 01/02/2027 - 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm at Spark Museum of Electrical Invention
1312 Bay St
Did you know the SPARK Museum in Bellingham is home to one of the largest Tesla coil ‘lighting machines’ in the country? Get up close and personal with 4 million volts of loose electricity! MegaZapper shows on Saturdays & Sundays at 2:30pm.
Western Wednesday
09/24/2025 - 06/03/2026 - All Day
Every Wednesday is WESTERN WEDNESDAY in downtown Bellingham.
WWU students, staff, and faculty can bring their ID to score deals and discounts all day long at over 60 businesses throughout downtown Bellingham. You’ll find deals from coffee to cocktails and everything in between.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND PARTICIPATING BUSINESSS!
Skagit River Bald Eagle Interpretive Center
12/06/2025 - 02/15/2026 - All Day at Skagit River Bald Eagle Interpretive Center
52809 Rockport Park Rd.
The Skagit River Bald Eagle Interpretive Center is now open weekends through February 15th!
The Bald Eagle walks will leave the Interpretive Center in Rockport at 11am & 1:30pm on Saturdays and Sundays through mid-February. The walks last between 1.5-2 hours and travel along a well-maintained trail that leads into the rainforest, crosses a bridge over a wetland, and ends along the Skagit River.
Be sure to dress for the weather and to wear comfortable shoes. It’s pretty likely there will be snow on the trail.
Discover Pass FREE Days
01/01/2026 - 11/11/2026 - All Day
Check out this year’s Discover Pass FREE Days at Washington State Parks! No Discover Pass is required to visit the parks on these days of the year.
- Jan. 1 — First Day Hikes; New Year’s Day
- Jan. 19 — Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
- March 9 — Billy Frank Junior’s Birthday
- March 19 — State Parks’ 131th Birthday
- April 22 — Earth Day
- June 6 — Free Fishing Weekend
- June 7 — Free Fishing Weekend
- June 19 — Juneteenth
- August 9 — Smokey Bear’s Birthday
- Sept. 26— National Public Lands Day
- Oct. 10 — World Mental Health Day
- Nov. 11 — Veterans Day
Marine Life Center
01/01/2026 - 12/31/2026 - 10:00 am - 4:00 pm at Marine Life Center
1801 Roeder Ave.
The Marine Life Center is OPEN on Squalicum Harbor in Bellingham. This is a great opportunity to see marine life up close and in-person.
Monday: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Tuesday: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Wednesday: CLOSED
Thursday: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Friday: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm, closed for lunch 12:30 – 1:30 pm
Sunday: Reservations 10:00 – 11:00 am, Open to the public 11:00 am – 4:00 pm, closed for lunch 12:30 – 1:30 pm
There is a Toddler Time on certain Mondays and Thursdays during the month. One is at 9am and another at 9:45am.
Large groups or classes are welcome, but due to the center’s size, reservations should be made at least one week in advance.
Whatcomics Teen Art Show
01/10/2026 - 02/28/2026 - All Day at Lynden Public Library
216 4th Street
The Whatcom Library System’s Annual Whatcomics Art Show is going on January 10-February 28 at the Lynden Library in the teen area and meeting room.
Stop in and view the artwork published by Whatcom County teens that’s framed and on display throughout the show.
LCHS Drama Presents “Frozen: The Musical”
01/29/2026 - 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm at Lynden Christian Performing Arts Center
515 Drayton St
The Lynden Christian High School Drama Department presents “Frozen: The Musical” with various showings from January 22nd through February 7th!
The classic tale full of fun, music, and finding the meaning of true love!
Show Dates & Times:
Thursday, January 29th at 7:00pm
Friday, January 30th at 7:00pm
Friday, February 6th at 7:00pm
Saturday, February 7th at 10:00am
Saturday, February 7th at 7:00pm
LCHS Drama Presents “Frozen: The Musical”
01/30/2026 - 11:00 am - 2:00 pm at Lynden Christian Performing Arts Center
515 Drayton St
The Lynden Christian High School Drama Department presents “Frozen: The Musical” with various showings from January 22nd through February 7th!
The classic tale full of fun, music, and finding the meaning of true love!
Show Dates & Times:
Thursday, January 29th at 7:00pm
Friday, January 30th at 7:00pm
Friday, February 6th at 7:00pm
Saturday, February 7th at 10:00am
Saturday, February 7th at 7:00pm
Sensory Indoor Recess
01/30/2026 - 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm at Hillcrest Park
1717 S. 13th Street
Mount Vernon Parks & Rec are hosting a Sensory Indoor Recess on Fridays from 2:00pm-4:00pm at Hillcrest Park in Mount Vernon.
This is a space designed for children and families that will benefit from a calmer environment. There will be hands-on toys, sensory tools, books, arts and crafts, and more. Kids will be welcome to explore these at their own pace.
The space is full enclosed, making it easier for caregivers of kids who tend to wander.
Teen Art Club
01/30/2026 - 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm at Museum of Northwest Art
121 S. 1st St.
The Museum of Northwest Art in La Conner invites students in Grades 6-12 to bring their creativity and make art while they learn from artists.
Snacks, drinks, and art supplies will be provided. Bring a friend or make new ones and join in the fun!
