Colorful new banners celebrate unique character of Bellingham districts
Public Works crews have been busy hanging new light pole banners in neighborhoods surrounding our city center. The banners – funded by taxes on overnight lodging and accommodations – highlight some of the most prominent features unique to each district. Nearly 300 banners will eventually hang throughout Downtown, Fairhaven, the Waterfront, the Arts District, and Old Town. The purpose is to help residents and visitors feel a sense of connection to place and to understand the types of activities and offerings available in each district. Each design includes intricate details, so look closely and you may find something new each time you do!
Farmers Market starts Saturday
Mayor Kim Lund will kick off the Bellingham Farmers Market’s 33rd season with the traditional cabbage toss at 9:45 a.m., Saturday, April 5 at Depot Market Square in downtown Bellingham. There will be live music, a raffle for a bag of market goodies, and a 2025 market poster giveaway. Open 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Saturday through Dec. 20, the market features more than 100 vendors selling fresh produce, handmade goods, and delicious local food. For more information, visit the Bellingham Farmers Market webpage.
Little Squalicum Pier opens
For the first time in its long history, community members can access Little Squalicum Pier, which was built in 1912 to deliver cement products to barges moored offshore. It has been a longtime priority of the City to open the pier to the public. The Greenways Levy provided $1.6 million to install new pedestrian guardrails, deck grating, and wind- and solar-powered lighting. The pier extends 1,248 feet into the bay, making it the longest, public pier in Washington state. Visit our website to learn more about the pier renovation project.
Fun with the Fuzz
It’s Fun With The Fuzz 5K time again! Registration is open now for this fun run (or walk!) that takes place on April 19, starting at 9 a.m. at the Bellingham Police Department. Register individually or as a team. All the proceeds from the race are donated to the Behind the Badge Foundation to support the families of fallen officers. You can find more race details online.
Don’t miss the CASCADIA Women’s International Film Festival
The CASCADIA Women’s International Film Festival – a four-day annual event featuring films directed and created by women – will take place April 24-27 in downtown Bellingham. Funded through a City tourism promotion grant, the festival attracts visitors to Bellingham from around the region, nation, and world. In addition to the film screenings, the event also includes, parties, networking events, panel discussions, educational workshops. There will also be an exhibit of artwork by women from throughout the Pacific Northwest region on display starting today with the First Friday festivities and running until May 26. Learn more about the festival or the City of Bellingham’s tourism promotion grant.
