Events
KAFE's Weekend Vibes
Elizabeth Park Concert Series – The JP Falcon Band
08/13/2026 - 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm at Elizabeth Park
Walnut & Elizabeth
The Elizabeth Park Concert Series is BACK for its 31st season of FREE, family-friendly concerts EVERY THURSDAY from 6pm-8pm!
On Thursday, August 13th, enjoy the tunes of The JP Falcon Band!
Vendors will be on-site with some dinner and dessert options. Concerts are FREE and sponsored by the Eldridge Society for History and Preservation, in partnership with Bellingham Parks & Recreation.
Picnickers are encouraged to recycle and compost to be good park stewards. Alcohol, smoking, and vaping are not permitted in city parks. Dogs must be leashed at all times.
Maritime Heritage Park Lunchtime Concerts
08/14/2026 - 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm at Maritime Heritage Park Amphitheatre
500 W. Holly Street
It’s a bit of fun at lunchtime at the Maritime Heritage Park Amphitheatre on Friday, August 14th from 12:00pm-1:00pm.
Get creative, have fun, and explore the magic of hoops during “Hoop Hoop Hurray” with Natalie Lyme!
Splash Day in Blaine
08/14/2026 - 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm at Blaine Splash Day
Corner of 3rd & Martin
Get ready to beat the heat during this Splash Day in Blaine on Friday, August 14th from 12:00pm-2:00pm at the corner of 3rd and Martin Streets.
The street will be shut down and the water will be turned on for a day of sprinklers, splash zones, and summer activities. You can run through sprinklers, splash around, and get wet!
Cool off with tasty treats. Hot dogs and refreshments will be available for purchase.
ADMISSION IS FREE!
Bellingham Dockside Market
08/15/2026 - 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
08/15/2026 - 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
08/15/2026 - 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
08/15/2026 - 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
Fairhaven Sin & Gin Tour
08/15/2026 - 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.
Alger Sunday Market
08/16/2026 - 10:00 am - 3:00 pm at Alger Community Hall
18735 Parkview Lane
The Alger Sunday Market is open Sunday, August 16th 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 music by Gary Sherman.
Weekly Mountain Bike Ride
08/17/2026 - 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm at Galbraith Mountain
Various Trails
Shifting Gears hosts a weekly mountain bike ride for women that want to explore the trails of Galbraith Mountain every Monday from 5:30pm-7:30pm.
Rides are open to various experience and skill levels for all women (cis, queer, trans) that are 18 and older, regardless of riding experience, body size, and biking anxiety. There’s a maximum of 8 riders plus two Shifting Gears leaders in each group, so the focus is on having fun and supporting each other.
Rides are available in different skill levels, so be sure to check out the website for more information and to register for the ride you want to be on.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION!
