This year was the inaugural FisherPoets event in Bellingham and I was pleasantly surprised at the…read moregreat attendance, as revelers young and old filled the giant Boundary Bay beer garden to drink suds, eat fish, and listen to fishers-of-the-sea recite their writings on the grand stage. The lucky ones got there early, as seating was limited, but this didn't stop the standing-room-only crowd from enjoying the festivities. Later in the evening the poets retreated to the Mountain Room and a lively band took over, as families celebrated the SeaFeast kickoff late into the evening. Pro tip: don't miss the curry mayo on your fish and/or fries. Ahhhhh-mazing!

Great outdoor event for late fall. Things started strong with lots of people showing up to listen…read moreto poetry and have a great Boundary Bay Beer. I loved the Fish and Chips (I chose onion rings). Super quick service and a fast moving beer line made for an easy and accessible meal and beer.

This festival, hosted on Memorial Day Weekend in historic Fairhaven, is lovely to walk through and…read moredrink in. It's a beautiful part of Bellingham, and there are lots of vendors with food and interesting wares, crafts and art. The festival featured bands and plenty to places to enjoy the music. This festival was a happy coincidence for me--I came for the Ski to Sea event, and the festival was a beautiful bonus.

This fantastic festival happens on the Sunday of Memorial Day weekend each year (same day as the…read moreSki to Sea race) and is produced by the Historic Fairhaven Association. All of the core streets of Fairhaven are closed and lots of street and craft vendors line the streets. Yummy food options to suit every taste - many fair favorites. Love the main stage showcasing popular local bands and adjacent to a huge beer garden. This is a great family friendly event not to be missed.

The Bellingham Fete has become one of our favorite Father's Day traditions, and is something we've…read morestarted looking forward to every year. The hubby loves the car show, the kids love the food trucks, and I love the beer garden! This year they switched things up a bit from previous years and it was a big improvement - especially the fact you now can pay the food trucks directly rather than having to deal with scrip as it had been set up previously. Also the beer garden took cards, not just cash (always a big hit with me since I never seem to have cash)! There were tons of fun craft vendors, plus an emphasis on community services. The only disappointment this year was that the car show was much smaller than in previous years. I see this event getting bigger and better every year!

The Dog Days of Summer are upon us, so head to Lake Padden park (east entrance) and make the most…read moreof it. This is a FREE, annual summer festival hosted by the Whatcom Humane Society. It usually happens on a Sunday in August from 10 am to 3 pm. The public is invited to bring their well-behaved, leashed dogs to enjoy the festivities. Parking is free. Here is a little taste of the fun to be had: 5k Doggie Dash - Lace up you running shoes and hit the Lake Padden trail with or without your dog. There is a registration fee for this race, but all proceeds benefit the animals at the shelter. You can usually find a 2-for-1 Groupon deal, so bring your friends and family. Hound Hill - Dogs love to dig. Let them go crazy kicking up dirt to find toys and treats buried in the sandbox. Finders keepers! Swimming Pools - Various wading pools are available for your dog to take a soak. Agility Course - You and your dog can try running/walking though an agility course. Volunteers help guide you through the course if you are unsure what to do. Treats provided to help lure your furry friend through jumps, weave through poles, step through the ladder, crawl through the tunnel, and climb the stairs. Contests - Throughout the day, there are different contests taking place on the main stage. Dress your dog up for the costume contest. Sign him up for the kissing or peanut butter eating contest. Food - Feast at one of the food carts serving vegetarian only options. Bring cash, but several of the carts can take credit cards. Family Friendly - Bring the family. There is face painting for the kids. You and your dog can pose to have a characturist draw you. Exhibitors - Vendors who sell dog supplies and services will be giving away samples. Several rescue organizations will be on site educating the public about their offerings. This is a great, family-friendly event, and did I mention that it is FREE! Even though I don't currently have a dog, I love seeing the wide variety of breeds that show up for this event. Everybody seems to have lots of fun, especially the dogs.

I haven't stopped talking about how much fun this event was! I am so proud of my pup for struggling…read morehis way around the course. The 5K was strictly fun. No one was trying to break any records (except my dog...most times stopping to drink from the lake) and the atmosphere was very encouraging. The "after-party" was also awesome. Soooo many dog vendors and happy people and dogs! My fur-baby and I loved the dog-themed activities like digging in the dirt for treats. It was one of the highlights of my summer and I will definitely be back next year for the fun and to support such a great cause! One suggestion would be to have water stations for the 5K, especially for the dogs when the lake wasn't accessible on a hot day! Full disclosure: I attended this festival as part of a Yelp-sponsored community event.

Fantastic museum! I learned so much. The docents are wonderful. One of them helped me finally…read moreunderstand the difference between AC and DC. There are many interactive exhibits. I got to play with a switchboard, plugging in the wires that used to connect calls; I got to type my name in Morse Code on a functioning telegraph key; and I got to play a theramin.

This is a must visit in Bellingham. Such a cool place to explore history in an experiential way.read more

The feeling this place gave me wasn't the typical feeling of walking around a garden. This specific…read moreplace made me feel like I stepped onto a movie set about a fairy tale in a far away land. There are so many unique, beautiful things to look at here, from the flowers, to the beautiful lawns, to the tall trees. If you're detail oriented, you will notice little treasures everywhere. I suggest that you come to see for yourself. I wish that I had taken more pictures! Then again, I don't want to spoil all of the beautiful surprises for you.

Amazing gardens in an out of the way place. A fairy tale world of trees and flowers beautifully…read moredesigned.

This place is a hidden gem in Bellingham. The inside is very ornate and lavish. We came here for a…read moreweekend show and had a wonderful time. This theater does not have a dedicated parking lot, but there are multiple private lots around the proximity.

We went to this lovely theater to see David Sedaris last night. It's surprisingly spacious and very…read morebeautiful. They have wine and snacks and had a really nice table of books to buy as provided by the local bookshops. It was incredibly clean and well-maintained, which isn't something you always see in old theaters. The beverage cups maybe look a little too close to medical sample cups, but everything else was perfect.

Great vibe all around -- amazing music, friendly people, delicious food and drinks…read more Can't wait to come back!

Went to the crimewave show there last night, had a blast! The bartender was great and so were the…read moredrinks, and it was a super fun time.