Come try our stunning range of decorated cocktails and Australian inspired cuisine made with produce from Whatcom County Farms at Snowy River Cocktail Co in Bellingham. We love taking the ordinary and making it truly extraordinary.
Our cocktails are decorated with Snowy River cocktail decorating products manufactured right here in Bellingham. Our customers just love our colors, our textures, the balance of our cocktails, as well as the thrill of trying something fun and new. Gold Winner “Best Cocktail” in Bellingham Alive’s Best of the NW 2021!
Wednesday Special: Chef inspired 3 course meal for only $30 from
Thursday Special: Prime Rib
Fancy a late-night treat? Try our Jo Joe’s Donut flight with a cocktail of your choice.
Hours: Tues-Thurs 4pm-10pm; Fri-Sat 3pm till Midnight; Sun-Mon Closed
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Updates from Your Tourism Team
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Save the Date - Don't Miss This Important Free Online Session!
How Google Maps And Local SEO Affect Tourism
When: Thursday, May 12, 2022
Time: 11 a.m. - Noon
Cost: Free
Where: Hop online, no driving required: Register now HERE (Zoom)
Speaker: Alex Bruner, Founder of Intellitonic
Learn how to turn our region's digital presence from dud to dynamic while driving customers right to your door.
Google Maps is the #1 online travel resource used by travelers in market. How it "describes" the offerings and navigates visitors through our destination is not something any one of us can control alone. Learn how this crowd-built local resource needs each of us to show up in order to make a massive impact, and how you can optimize your presence to route visitors right to you.
Alex will leave you with some key steps to follow, please don't miss this world-class training we're offering for free!
Register now, send your team, let's bring in the tide and raise all our boats.
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Hold Whatcom County in the palm of your hand! Our convenient, new pocket-sized Go! Guide provides an overview of the area and is the perfect tool to help visitors plan their adventure.
Unfold the guide to find an illustrated overview map of Whatcom County with a bird's eye view showcasing popular scenic hotspots, highways, and travel hubs. More detailed street views for some Whatcom County neighborhoods are also included, and highlight areas to shop, dine, and explore.
Looking for additional information? Scan one of the many featured QR Codes (or go to the listed URL) and you will be taken to curated pages about lodging, trails, communities, restaurants, current events, and much more.
This guide can go wheverever our visitors need (and will ride easily in their pockets and purses). Please reach out if we can get you on the list of places these are distributed. We're still in the midst of getting them out there!
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Press Releases & Your News to Share
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Whatcom County Executive Satpal Sidhu and Bellingham Mayor Seth Fleetwood are the featured speakers for Bellingham City Club’s April 27, Zoom Webinar at 12 noon.
Elected in November 2019, both Sidhu and Fleetwood faced trial by fire in the first term of their respective seats. The Covid-19 pandemic wreaked havoc over the past two years, exacerbating the dual problems of homelessness and the lack of adequate mental health services that both had hoped to address.
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The Downtown Bellingham Partnership is pleased to offer a competitive matching grant program to assist Downtown businesses with making improvements to their building facades, signage, and/or surroundings. This grant is established as a matching grant, in which the DBP will reimburse up to 50% of the cost of eligible improvements, to a maximum of $2,000 for a single property.
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The Port of Bellingham is hosting a Marine Trades Job and Internship Fair on Thursday, May 19th from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Fishermen’s Pavilion in Bellingham!
“The Marine Trades Job and Internship Fair is great opportunity for students and job seekers to learn about employment opportunities with Whatcom County’s working waterfront” said Port Executive Director Rob Fix. “Marine trades industries create or support over 6,000 jobs representing 7% of Whatcom County’s total workforce. The Port’s job fair will provide access to working waterfront employers from a wide variety of organizations and industries who are seeking hardworking and enthusiastic employees to fill available positions.”
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The Inn at Lynden, a 35-room boutique hotel located in downtown Lynden, has announced a Credit 2U spring promotion. Guests booking any suite at the seasonal rate between April 1 and May 31, 2022, receive a preloaded $30 credit card for each night of their stay. The credit card can be used anywhere Visa is accepted and applied toward dinner, drinks, a special gift or the cost of the room.
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The historic season of the Western Washington University women’s basketball team came to a close falling to Glenville State College 85-72 in the NCAA Division II National Championship Game at Bill Harris Arena in the Birmingham CrossPlex. Playing in its first national title game in the illustrious 51-seasons of program history, the Vikings concluded the 2021-22 campaign with a 25-6 record.
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Following a two-year hiatus caused by COVID-19, six former Vikings will be inducted into the Western Washington University Athletics Hall of Fame on Saturday, May 21 (1 p.m.), at the Whatcom Educational Credit Union Court at Sam Carver Gymnasium.
The ceremony is open to the public. There is no admission charge and parking will be free in the C lots.
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Sustainable Connections is thrilled to welcome six new team members and celebrate additional promotions within their current staff. The organization celebrates it’s 20th anniversary this year and plans to work with local businesses, organizations, civic leaders, and community members in all of their program areas including Food & Farming, Cloud Mountain Farm Center, Think Local First, Toward Zero Waste, Energy & Green Building, and Housing & Smart Growth.
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The slate is set for the 2022 CASCADIA International Women’s Film Festival, featuring 32 films from a dozen countries that share powerful stories from established and emerging women directors about everything from a Native American adoptee’s discovery of her Lummi heritage to the journey of the first Nepali woman to summit Mt. Everest.
The festival, which runs from May 12-15, returns to the theatre this year with in-person viewings of features, shorts, documentaries, animation, experimental and narrative films at the Pickford Film Center in the Bellingham Downtown Arts District.
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The Whatcom Working Waterfront Coalition is hosting its annual fundraiser dinner next month. Tide to Table '22 is going to be on April 12th and 13th, at Drayton Harbor Oyster Company in Blaine. The Coalition welcomes anyone wanting to help support the local waterfront, and the businesses that benefit from it, to purchase tickets to attend one of the four seatings of the dinner!
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The Bellingham Sailing Foundation has reached an agreement with Lehigh Cement for the transfer of Lehigh aquatic lands mitigation credits to the BSF youth dock expansion project at Squalicum Harbor.
“This is terrific news for our youth sailing community which would not have been possible without an amazing donation from Lehigh Cement,” said BSF President Craig Henderson. “We desperately need more room for our youth sailing programs and this project will expand the small-watercraft dock at Zuanich Park and add a new hand-launch boat ramp improving access and safety for both our young sailors and members of the general public.”
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Piroshky Piroshky is celebrating our 30th anniversary by touring the U.S., and is heading back to Bellingham by popular demand! Order a taste of Seattle’s internationally renowned Russian bakery Piroshky Piroshky for Pre-Order Pickup at Lummi Bay Market on Thursday, April 14th.
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Boundary Bay Brewery is proud to collaborate with local artist Shawn Kemp as the brewery’s featured artist during February and March. Kemp has donated all art pieces to Rooted Generosity’s Jordan Slagle Boundary Bay Scholarship Fund, which specifically supports Boundary Bay employees. His unique creations are displayed in the Bistro and can be purchased off the wall for $400 each. All proceeds will support the scholarship fund.
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Congregation Beth Israel and the Pickford Film Center are co-presenting The Ancient Law, a 100-year-old silent film, with live music by violinist Alicia Svigals and pianist Donald Sosin. Baruch, a shtetl rabbi’s son, runs off to Vienna to become an actor. The film portrays how Baruch leaves home against his father’s edict, how Baruch handles the different culture he encounters in Vienna of the 1860s, and how his family must adapt to his transformation.
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On April 2, the Bellingham Farmers Market hosted the beloved “Cabbage Toss” event to kick off the main market season for 2022. The Cabbage Toss was put on pause for two years due to Covid. The return of the event marks an important point in the organization’s history, it’s 30th anniversary!
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The Bellingham Festival of Music will return with full orchestra and a three-week program to celebrate Artistic Director and Conductor Michael Palmer’s Laudatory Season, July 1—24, 2022. Seven orchestra concerts featuring iconic repertoire with special emphasis on Ludwig van Beethoven’s concerted works highlight the schedule. The Calidore String Quartet, BFM’s chamber ensemble in residence, will return for its annual recital, July 1 with a hunt-themed program. The Orchestra and Calidore concerts will all be performed in the Western Washington University Performing Arts Center.
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To kick summer off in style, the inaugural Northwest Tune-Up festival, a celebration of mountain biking, beer, and music, will be held July 8-10, 2022. In a region overflowing with passionate bikers, renowned brewers, and talented musicians. Bellingham’s newly renovated Waterfront District will serve as the festival’s downtown hub, hosting races, demos, concerts, and libations.
Musical Guests include Reggie Watts, Wolf Parade performing Apologies to Queen Mary, PJ Morton, The Dip, Allah Las, Devotchka, Cut Chemist with Chali 2na, Chastity Belt, Vegyn, Skiitour, Kuinka, Black Belt Eagle Scout, Quasi, Kyle Dion, Adeline, Low Hum, Buffalo Nichols, The Grizzled Mighty, Prom Queen and more.
Get tickets for the Northwest Tune-Up HERE.
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Activities and entertainment for the entire family will be featured April 16-17 during the Easter Celebration at Whatcom County’s Bellewood Farms & Distillery.
Live music, tractor train rides through the orchard and photo opportunities with the Easter Bunny – all free – will be offered from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 16, and Sunday, April 17. Bellewood Farms is located at 6140 Guide Meridian, within seven miles of Bellingham, Ferndale, and Lynden.
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The Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center is celebrating its 30th year anniversary serving Whatcom County by launching a campaign called “What Does Peace Mean to You.” Individuals can submit their own interpretations of peace and how the WDRC has enriched their lives.
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Piece of Mind Cannabis is kicking off 420 celebrations early this year! Starting April 15 enjoy 25% Off multiple brands with special brand popup events leading up to the big day! Then, head in on April 20 for our special 40% to 50% off deals! Piece of Mind Cannabis officially opened its doors last year amid the height of the pandemic.
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Whatcom Community College will host its 2nd annual golf tournament fundraiser on Thursday, June 9, 2022, at the Sudden Valley Golf and Country Club. All proceeds raised at the Orca Golf Classic will support WCC student-athletes and the College’s seven varsity athletic programs.
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The sixth annual FREE Whatcom Farm Expo will be held on Saturday, April 23, at the Northwest Washington Fairgrounds in Lynden from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Whether you already operate a farm and are looking for new ideas or markets, are thinking of starting a small farm, or are making the transition from hobby to business, this event offers something for everyone.
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Important: Maximize Your Membership!
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1. Keep us stoked! Oh, I meant stocked:
If you have print material, email Eric@bellingham.org to make sure you're reaching tourists! We are ramping up for visitor season and will have information for visitors at transportation hubs and peak visitation areas! |
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2. Give us the scoop so we can dish!
Add your events to the Visit Bellingham Whatcom County Event Calendar! It only takes a few minutes and is a great place to let visitors (and locals) know about upcoming events and activities.
SERIOUSLY ADD TO THE EVENT CALENDAR! Especially if you don't want to be left out of our themed articles we write that we then push on social and add to our visitor emails!
Once you submit to the calendar, we use these events for our email campaigns, marketing materials, social media posts, outreach to the State of Washington Tourism's PR firm, and articles and itineraries which we share weekly on our social media channels! |
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3. Tag we're it!
Engage with us on social media! Next time you post, include #BellinghamExperience or tag us directly with @BellinghamExperience to engage with us! Social is a great way to let us know what's going on with you and to have your content featured on our page!
You can also follow Bellingham Experience on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest, and TikTok for content to share with your followers.
Questions? Email us at media@bellingham.org |
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It’s finally spring – and the Easter Bunny is on its way! Get out the baskets and get the kids (and yourself) ready for chocolate bunnies. Easter festivities happen throughout Bellingham and Whatcom County including egg painting, live music, and Easter Bunny photos! 🐰
Have any events planned for Easter weekend? Add them to the event calendar to be featured in our round-up blog!
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April 9 & 23, 2022
10 a.m. - 2.p.m.
722 Coho Way, Bellingham
Hosted by Port of Bellingham
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April 9, 2022
7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
104 N Commercial St, Bellingham
Hosted by Mount Baker Theatre
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April 9, 16, 23, & 30, 2022
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
1100 Railroad Ave, Bellingham
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April 10, 2022
Noon - 4 p.m.
1213 Cornwall Ave, Bellingham
Hosted by Bunanza Rabbit Rescue
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April 16, 2022
9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
6140 Guide Meridian, Lynden
Hosted by Bellewood Farms & Distillery
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April 22, 2022
4 p.m. - 8 p.m.
1211 Mill Avenue, Bellingham
Hosted by Peter James
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April 23-24, 2022
Saturday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. & Sunday: 10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Fairhaven District, Bellingham
Hosted by Fairhaven Association
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April 23, 2022
9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
1775 Front St, Lynden
Northwest WA Fairgrounds
Hosted by Whatcom Conservation District
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April 29, 2022
7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
104 N Commercial St, Bellingham
Hosted by Mt Baker Theatre
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Shout out and big thanks to everyone who submitted their 
Anna Stavisski - Arroyo Park in the Fall 
Colin Denker - Camping at Artist Point 
Maddie Bergeron - Scenic Mount Baker Highway 
