What: A growing Labor Day tradition in Lynden, WA, the Lynde’ 500* is a pushcart soapbox derby. Races are held at Centennial Park in Lynden. Free hotdogs (courtesy of Eastside Deli) and drinks on race day.

Where: Lynden’s Centennial Park, Front St. and 4th St., Lynden, WA [map]

When: Labor Day, Sept. 1, 2008, 11:00am-3:00pm

For more information:
http://lyndenpioneermuseum.com/lynde500
http://www.lynden.org/calendar/showEvent.php?id=115 […]

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What: Airlift NW helicopter, antique aircraft/warbirds, general aviation and homebuilt aircraft displays, fly-overs, classic car and emergency vehicle displays, and a donation barbecue/burger cookoff.

Where: Lynden Municipal Aiport [map]

When: Saturday, August 23, 10:00am - 3:00pm.

Admission: Free

For morer information, see the website.

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What: Professional cowboys and cowgirls are sure to keep you entertained for over two hours at each evening performance as they compete for thousands in prize money. Bull riders, steer wrestlers, barrel racers, bucking bronc riders (both saddled and bareback), team-roping, tie-down roping and rodeo clowns - this is down-home Americana at its […]

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What: The largest harvest of raspberries in North America happens right here, in Whatcom County, and the Lynden Raspberry Festival celebrates this event. Lots of fun activities and good things to eat for the entire family. [complete Friday-Saturday schedule - PDF file] Be sure not to miss the citywide Gold Wing Riders Lighted Motorcycle Parade!

Where: […]

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I’ve discovered another outdoor movie venue here in the county. Milt’s Pizza Place [map] in Lynden presents a feature-length movie on Saturday nights, from July-Aug, starting this Saturday evening with “Independence Day.” The movies begin at dusk, and popcorn, soda and ice cream cones are available for purchase. The movie itself is free.
For more information, […]

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There is a reason Lynden, WA is often referred to as ‘A Little Bit of Holland’. This is especially true during Holland Days, when, for two days, Lynden’s Dutch heritage is showcased and celebrated. Traditional song, dance, music, food, Fun Run, Tulip Pedal bicycle rides, and a market packed with flowers and entertainment fill […]

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