Upcoming Events

Volunteer Opportunity: Community Work Party at the Cornwall Rose Garden

Cornwall Park Rose Garden 401 W Illinois Street, Bellingham, Washington

Come help care for this special rose garden at the peak of bloom in the heart of the Cornwall neighborhood. All ages and abilities welcome. Participants under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Tools, gloves, and instructions are provided. Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes. Additional information will ... Read more

Event Series City Council Meetings

City Council Meetings

City Council Chambers Lottie Street, Bellingham, Washington, United States

Evening meetings of the full Council start at 7:00 PM unless otherwise announced; Daytime Committee meeting schedule is released the Wednesday before the meeting date. More information, including opportunities for viewing meetings and public participation, can be found at meetings.cob.org five days prior to the meeting.​

Event Series Design Review Board (DRB) Meeting

*CANCELLED* Design Review Board (DRB) Meeting

The Design Review Board (DRB) advises the Planning and Community Development Director and Staff on proposed development projects. Participation Options  Meetings can be attended either in-person at City Hall (210 Lottie Street), or virtually via Zoom Webinar (Meeting ID: 933 8224 5585 / Password: 9).   Registration via www.cob.org/drb is required to attend the meeting via Zoom or ... Read more

Bellingham Arts Commission (BAC) Meeting

Online Zoom Webinar Bellingham

The Bellingham Arts Commission serves as advisors and advocates for the enhancement and integration of the arts in the community. Participation Options Meetings can be attended either in-person at City Hall (210 Lottie Street), or virtually via Zoom Webinar (Meeting ID: 915 1955 3016  / Password: 9). Registration via www.cob.org/bac is required to attend the meeting via Zoom or ... Read more

City Holiday – Independence Day

​Most City of Bellingham services are closed for City holidays. For a complete list of holidays, closures and information about emergency and after-hours services, please visit our Holidays and Closures page.

Elizabeth Park Concert Series 2024 – Mary Ellen Lykins and the CC Adams Band

Elizabeth Park 2205 Elizabeth St, Bellingham, Washington

Join us for the 30th season of Elizabeth Park Summer Concerts! Thank you to the Eldridge Society for History and Preservation for their continued partnership with Bellingham Parks and Recreation providing these family-friendly concerts. Tonight’s band is - Mary Ellen Lykins and the CC Adams Band mixing Tasty Rock & Cookin’ Blues.

Free
Event Series Planning Commission

*CANCELLED* Planning Commission Meeting

Agenda: The following item(s) are anticipated to be considered at this meeting. The full agenda and meeting materials will be posted approximately two weeks in advance of the meeting. Written comments can be sent to planningcommission@cob.org. Participation Options: Meetings can be attended either in-person at City Hall (210 Lottie Street), or virtually via Zoom Webinar (Meeting ID:   / Password: ) Registration via www.cob.org/pc is ... Read more

Belly Dance Showcase – July 2024

Fairhaven Village Green 1207 10th St, Bellingham, Washington, United States

Come watch an evening of Belly Dance entertainment at the Fairhaven Village Green! This showcase will feature professional dancers from Bellingham and beyond, along with student dance troupes. All ages welcome!

Free

*CANCELLED* Historic Preservation Commission Meeting

City Hall, 210 Lottie Street Bellingham

The Historic Preservation Commission is responsible for identifying and actively encouraging the conservation of the City of Bellingham’s historic resources. Participation Options  Meetings can be attended either in-person at City Hall (210 Lottie Street), or virtually via Zoom Webinar (Meeting ID: 975 7464 8447  / Password: 9) via https://cob.zoom.us/j/97574648447. No registration is required to attend this meeting. Meeting ... Read more

Event Series Transportation Commission Meeting

Transportation Commission Meeting

Pacific Street Operations Center - Room 114 Pacific Street, Bellingham, Washington, United States

The Transportation Commission is expected to help shape the future of Bellingham by taking a long-range, strategic look at transportation issues and providing recommendations on policy choices and investment priorities.​  Transportation Commission meetings are typically held on the 2nd Tuesdays of the month at 6 p.m. in a hybrid format. Meetings take place in person ... Read more