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KAFE's Weekend Vibes

KAFE's Weekend Vibes

MegaZapper at the Spark Museum

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

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

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.

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO!

Discover Pass FREE Days

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

Find a state park near you HERE!

Marine Life Center

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.

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION!

Whatcomics Teen Art Show

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.

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION!

LCHS Drama Presents "Frozen: The Musical"

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!

CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS!

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

FIG Studio: Waves of Light

FIG Studio: Waves of Light

01/30/2026 - 10:00 am - 4:30 pm at Family Interactive Gallery Studio
250 Flora Street

The Whatcom Museum’s Family Interactive Gallery is a self-guided, self-exploratory space that families can play-to-learn and make-and-take crafts that will help young minds imagine, create, and innovate.  Cost is included with your museum admission.

Build a bright beacon that will guide you to shore in this crafty lighthouse papercut.

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION!

Friends of the Bellingham Public Library Book Sale

Friends of the Bellingham Public Library Book Sale

01/30/2026 - 10:00 am - 6:00 pm at Bellingham Public Library
210 Central Avenue

The Friends of the Bellingham Public Library are hosting a BOOK SALE on Friday, January 30th from 10am-6pm in the Lecture Room of the Central Library.

There’s a huge selection of books, DVDs, and more for all ages.  Proceeds benefit the Bellingham Public Library!  Credit cards and cash payments will be accepted.

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION!

Friends of the Bellingham Public Library Book Sale

Friends of the Bellingham Public Library Book Sale

01/30/2026 - 10:00 am - 6:00 pm at Bellingham Public Library
210 Central Avenue

The Friends of the Bellingham Public Library are hosting a BOOK SALE on Saturday, January 31st from 10am-4pm in the Lecture Room of the Central Library.

There’s a huge selection of books, DVDs, and more for all ages.  Proceeds benefit the Bellingham Public Library!  Credit cards and cash payments will be accepted.

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION!

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