Enjoying life in Whatcom County - and beyond.
NOTE: All weekend events are not listed here. Consult the GreatNorthwest events calendars for a complete listing of weekend events.
Friday
Bellingham/Whatcom County:
Mount Baker Blues Festival
Western Washington:
Seafair Chevrolet Cup & Airshow (Blue Angels)
Anacortes Arts Festival
Lake City Pioneer Days Festival
Magnolia Summerfest, Art Show & Talent Show
Vancouver/British Columbia:
Vancouver Chinatown Night Market, Vancouver, B.C.
Saturday
Bellingham/Whatcom County:
Mount Baker [...]
What: 250 booth artisans presenting art in multiple media, fine art exhibitions, food court, creative youth activities, street performers throughout the festival, four free music stages offering Jazz, R&B, Rock, Latin, Folk and more.
Where: Anacortes, Washington [map to city]. [custom map of festival location]
When: Friday Aug. 1, 10:00am-6:00am
Saturday Aug. 2, 10:00am-6:00pm
Sunday Aug 2, 10:00am-5:00pm
This [...]
What: The Victoria Electronic Music Festival (VEMF) is a non-profit, fun, exciting and free event that builds awareness of electronic music by showcasing both local and international artists. VEMF is presented by the Northwest Entertainment Foundation, and produced by Symbiant Entertainment.
Where: Centennial Square, Victoria, B.C. [map]
When: Aug 2-3, 3:00pm - 10:00pm daily
For a complete [...]
What: Arts & crafts fair, kids games, treasure hunt, motorcycle show & shine, sidewalk sale, Plover Ferry Rides, 1st Annual West Marine Community Sailing Regatta, raft race, steamboats, steam calliope performance, pirate costume contest, Coast Guard Auxiliary display.
Where: Downtown Blaine and Blaine waterfront [map]
When: August 2-3, 9:00am-5:00pm daily
For schedule of events and more information, [...]
I’ve taken kids to this event numerous times at a couple different venues: on Lottie Street between the library and City Hall, and at Civic Field. This year’s venue at Bloedel-Donovan is a great place for something like this. I guarantee that your kids will really enjoy it.
What: Live entertainment, inflatables, face painting, clowns games, [...]
Hours of operation: Fair: 10:00am - 10:00pm, daily
Carnival: 11:00 - Midnight, daily
Location: Skagit County Fairgrounds, 1410 Virginia Street, Mount Vernon, WA [map]
ADMISSION:
Adults: $8.00|Students: $5.00|Seniors (62+): $5.00|Children 6 yrs. & under w/adult: Free
1-Day Carnival pass: $25.00
For more information and Fair entertainment schedule, visit the official website.
Note, 8/8: Scheduling errors for this [...]