Downtown Bellingham’s Full of Heart - See Its Stronger Beat
Downtown Bellingham is the heart of our city—a heart that cherishes character, creativity, small business spirit, connection, kindness, and pride. Like any heart, it’s been tested by pressure and pain, but it keeps beating because people continue to show up and care for it.
In recent years, Downtown Bellingham has been pressured by regional and national stressors, including community mental health issues, housing scarcity, high cost of living, and a changing generation of small business owners. These challenges have drawn the attention and dedication of not only the staff and board at the Downtown Bellingham Partnership, but also Mayor Lund’s leadership team through the Downtown Forward actions and commitments.
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Bellingham Farmers Market Calls on Community Support as SNAP Market Match Faces Historic Funding Ga
For the first time in its 33-year history, the Bellingham Farmers Market (BFM) is turning to the community to help sustain its food access programs as government funding for SNAP Market Match is set to be drastically reduced in 2026. With cuts expected to exceed two-thirds of current support, BFM is launching an urgent fundraising effort to keep its Unlimited SNAP Market Match program alive.
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TINA - The Tina Turner Musical Comes To Bellingham, Washington at the Mount Baker Theatre
More than just a tribute concert, TINA – The Tina Turner Musical is the Broadway sensation that tells the remarkable true story of music icon Tina Turner’s life and legacy. The smash hit has kicked off an all-new North American Tour.
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The Mount Baker Theatre Welcomes SOWETO GOSPEL CHOIR to the Historic Main Stage on December 17
The award-winning choir brings their all-new concert, PEACE, to Bellingham as part of their 60-City North American Tour.
The multi-Grammy and Emmy Award-winning Soweto Gospel Choir returns to North America with its concert PEACE. This joyful program features South African freedom songs, traditional spirituals, and some classics like “Man in the Mirror” and “You’ll Never Walk Alone.” The inspirational concert will also feature the spirited music of Aretha Franklin, Harry Belafonte, Peter Gabriel, Kate Bush, Leonard Cohen and more. Mount Baker Theatre is thrilled to present the Soweto Gospel Choir on Wednesday, December 17 at 7:30 p.m. on MBT’s Historic Main Stage.
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Discover the Heart of Local Creativity: Whatcom Artist Studio Tour Returns October 2025
The vibrant pulse of Whatcom County’s art scene comes alive this fall as the Whatcom Artist Studio Tour returns for its 31st year, inviting art lovers, collectors, and curious minds to explore the studios of over 40 local artists. This free, self-guided tour takes place over two weekends: October 4–5 and October 11–12, 2025 10 am to 5pm daily, offering a rare opportunity to step inside the creative spaces where inspiration becomes art.
From painters and sculptors to glass artists and fiber weavers, the tour showcases a diverse array of mediums and styles. Visitors will have the chance to meet the artists, learn about their processes, and purchase original works directly from the makers.
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Students flood downtown Bellingham for WWU First Night Out
A flood of Western Washington University students descended on downtown on Wednesday in an annual tradition, doubling as an announcement to the rest of Bellingham: The kids are back in town.
Students filled several blocks of East Maple Street at around 5 p.m. for WWU First Night Out. Many students wearing Western merchandise gathered at Red Square on campus and walked in a massive group to Depot Market Square
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Allied Arts Hosts an Art Workshop for Western Wednesday First Night Out
Allied Arts of Whatcom County hosts a pay-by-donation art workshop for Western Wednesday's First Night Out September 24th 5:30-7:30 p.m. Students and non-students alike are welcome to join in the creative fun!
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Join Us In Celebrating 30 Years of Boundary Bay Brewery A Special Farewell & Legacy
For 30 years, Boundary Bay Brewery has poured more than just pints. They’ve poured their passion into our community with service, hospitality, and a spirit that has inspired the craft brewery phenomenon Bellingham enjoys today. As they prepare to close their doors at the end of September, we invite you to join us in raising a glass to their legacy.
On Saturday, September 20th, Boundary Bay is hosting a 30th Anniversary Party and farewell celebration unlike any other: two stages, five bands, a full block of Railroad Avenue closed for dancing, and the food and beer we all know and love. From 11 AM to 11 PM, let’s come together to honor a truly monumental run and celebrate a retirement well-earned.
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