Mount Baker Theatre Announces the Record Breaking 2026-2027 Centennial Season
Mount Baker Theatre (MBT) unveiled its 2026–2027 Centennial Season today, announcing the largest season in the theatre’s history. The season will bring more than 35 national and international tours to the historic Main Stage, including six Broadway tours. Featuring a wide range of performing arts, the season reflects the theatre’s century-long commitment of enriching and connecting the community to exceptional and dynamic performances. This record breaking Centennial Season is made possible through the generous support of returning Season Sponsors Neeter House of Luxury and Peoples Bank.
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Downtown Sounds 22nd Season Showcases Local Talent & Partnership
The Downtown Bellingham Partnership (DBP) announces the return of Downtown Sounds for its 22nd season, bringing free live music, local artists, and community activities to Downtown Bellingham on Wednesday evenings from July 8 through August 5.
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Anna Adams: Owner, Hela Provisions
By stepping foot into the Hela Provisions storefront on Cornwall Avenue in downtown Bellingham, customers are bombarded with an array of locally sourced products and ingredients all curated by one person.
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Mandy McCoy: Founder of Studio Galactica
Mandy McCoy founded Studio Galactica, a salon in downtown Bellingham, in 2001. The walls of the salon are covered with bright yellow flames and vines from dozens of plants.
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From Our Executive Director: State of Downtown, Spring 2026
Downtown Bellingham continues to navigate many of the same economic pressures affecting business districts across the country, including rising operating costs and shifting consumer spending habits. We know these challenges are real for many of our businesses, particularly in the retail and hospitality sectors, and we are committed to listening to and advocating for our community's needs.
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WTA Increases Bus Service for Ski to Sea Sunday
On Ski to Sea Sunday, May 24, 2026, Whatcom Transportation Authority (WTA) will offer buses every 10 minutes between Downtown Bellingham Station and Fairhaven Amtrak Station bringing riders straight to the finish line excitement at Marine Park and other Fairhaven activities.
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As national Five Days of Action kicks off, Bellingham YMCA earns reaccreditation
Whatcom Family YMCA has earned an accreditation for its commitment to abuse prevention for the second time. It’s among the first 11 YMCA facilities nationwide to receive reaccreditation. Whatcom Family YMCA was first accredited by Praesidium, an international organization focused on preventing the sexual abuse of children and vulnerable adults, in December 2022. The accreditation lasts for three years and involves a “comprehensive and rigorous” review process, according to the YMCA.
Read more at: https://www.bellinghamherald.com/news/local/article315395908.html#storylink=cpy
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New Pizza and Cocktail Bar Coming to Downtown Bellingham’s Herald Building
Downtown Bellingham will welcome a Neapolitan pizza and craft cocktail bar early this summer.
Pendino, with the tagline “hang around awhile,” was founded by Corey Silversmith and will open at 1149 N. State St.
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