Join us for a fun and creative evening at our Paint a Buoy event in front of Allied Arts in Downtown Bellingham on Thursday, July 3 from 6 to 8 p.m. This special edition of First Fridays is taking place on Thursday due to the Fourth of July holiday, and we’re excited to be part of the festivities. Stop by to paint your own buoy, which will become part of our Community Net Project, a collaborative art installation to bring awareness to plastic pollution and celebrate maritime heritage will be featured during Bellingham SeaFeast on September 27 & 28, 2025. All supplies are provided, and the event is free and open to all ages. Come add your creativity to the net and help us celebrate our vibrant waterfront community.

Join us for a KISS Cooking Demo with Salmon Woman’s Salmon Sandwiches this Saturday, June 21 at 12pm at Fisherman’s Pavilion.

Celebrate local seafood as Salmon Woman shows us how to make her signature sandwiches using wild-caught canned salmon from the Salish Sea—coho, sockeye & king, in original and jalapeño.

We’re proud to support a celebration that’s all about community, flavor, and local legacy! Join us at the Leo’s Legacy Party—a vibrant block party happening right in the Hotel Leo parking lot on Saturday, June 14, from 3–6PM. We’re teaming up with our friends at Hotel Leo, Aslan Brewing Co., and more to bring you an afternoon of beer, beats, and bites.

Join us for a beach cleanup at Squalicum Beach on Saturday, May 31! We’ll meet at 11am and spend the morning caring for our shoreline and protecting local marine life. This free, family-friendly event is a great way to enjoy the outdoors while giving back to our beautiful Salish Sea. All cleanup supplies are provided—just bring your enthusiasm and wear closed-toe shoes. Pre-registration is required.

Join us for a Paint & Sip event on Monday, May 19, from 6:30-9:30pm at Springhill Suites and learn about invasive species like the European Green Crab. This unique night out combines art, local flavor, and northwest vibes! Each guest will receive a crab shell to transform into ocean-inspired art with step-by-step guidance from local artist and SeaFeast Executive Director, Kevin Coleman.

And yes, there will be wine and seafood nibbles! Wine, art, and good company. Talk about leveling up your Monday!

Whether you're a seasoned painter or a beginner, this fun and relaxing evening is perfect for all skill levels. Tickets are $45 and includes supplies, wine, and seafood nibbles—reserve your spot today and let your creativity flow!

Join us for an Ocean Trivia Night at Larrabee Lager Company on Thursday, May 15 at 5:30pm. Get ready to make waves with a night full of fun, facts, and fantastic prizes. We’ll dive into sea-themed knowledge with plenty of other exciting rounds to keep everyone on their toes!

A portion of the funds raised will benefit Bellingham SeaFeast's Blue Schools program, where we inspire the next generation by teaching students about ocean conservation, sustainable fishing, and maritime careers. Your participation helps us bring vital education and awareness to classrooms and communities!

Join us on Friday, May 9 at 6pm in the Springhill Suites Grand Ballroom (4040 Northwest Drive) for an evening of powerful storytelling, celebrating voices that have been too often left out of maritime history.

You Belong on the Water is a storytelling event featuring speakers sharing transformative experiences around the sea—stories of belonging, resilience, and connection to the water—coming from perspectives of those often left out of the nautical narrative.

This free community program explore themes from the 2025 Whatcom READS featured book, No Two Persons by Erica Bauermeister, where water is present throughout the story in a variety of ways. Whatcom READs and Bellingham SeaFeast have teamed up for a program that celebrates our connection to the water.

Join us for an Ocean Trivia Night at Elizabeth Station on Wednesday, April 16 at 6pm. Get ready to make waves with a night full of fun, facts, and fantastic prizes. We’ll dive into sea-themed knowledge with plenty of other exciting rounds to keep everyone on their toes!

All proceeds from this event support Bellingham SeaFeast's Blue Schools program, where we inspire the next generation by teaching students about ocean conservation, sustainable fishing, and maritime careers. Your participation helps us bring vital education and awareness to classrooms and communities

Join us at Drayton Harbor Oyster Co. in Blaine on Saturday, April 12 at 2:00pm for an afternoon dedicated to the delicious and fascinating world of bivalves!

This free event—hosted by Bellingham SeaFeast and WWIN, with generous sponsorship from Drayton Harbor Oyster Co.—will feature engaging talks from local shellfish experts, exploring the culinary, ecological, and cultural significance of oysters and other bivalves.

Join us for a morning of giving back at Blaine Marine Park on Saturday, April 12 at 11 AM! Let’s come together as a community to clean up our beautiful shoreline, protect marine life, and enjoy some fresh ocean air.

After the clean-up, stick around for a fundraiser to support SeaFeast conservation initiatives—more details coming soon!

Join us for a salmon-themed Paint & Sip event on Wednesday, April 2, from 6:30-9:30pm at Springhill Suites. Guided by local artist and Bellingham SeaFeast Executive Director, Kevin Coleman, you'll create your own ocean-inspired masterpiece on a repurposed buoy while enjoying wine and delectable seafood nibbles. Whether you're a seasoned painter or a beginner, this fun and relaxing evening is perfect for all skill levels. Tickets are $45 and includes supplies, wine and seafood nibbles—reserve your spot today!

Join us for an Ocean Trivia Night to raise awareness for orca conservation at Stones Throw Brewery on Thursday, March 13 at 7pm. All proceeds benefits Bellingham SeaFeast and their goals to provide more cultural activities and conservation programming year round.

This free community program explore themes from the 2025 Whatcom READS featured book, No Two Persons by Erica Bauermeister, where water is present throughout the story in a variety of ways. Whatcom READs and Bellingham SeaFeast have teamed up for a program that celebrates our connection to the water.

This free community program explore themes from the 2025 Whatcom READS featured book, No Two Persons by Erica Bauermeister, where water is present throughout the story in a variety of ways. Whatcom READs and Bellingham SeaFeast have teamed up for a program that celebrates our connection to the water.

Join us for an Ocean Trivia Night to raise awareness for orca conservation at Beach Cat Brewing on Wednesday, February 12 at 6:30pm. $1 from every drink will go to support SeaFeast and their conservation education programs. We can't wait to SEA you there.

This free community program explore themes from the 2025 Whatcom READS featured book, No Two Persons by Erica Bauermeister, where water is present throughout the story in a variety of ways. Whatcom READs and Bellingham SeaFeast have teamed up for a program that celebrates our connection to the water.

This free community program explore themes from the 2025 Whatcom READS featured book, No Two Persons by Erica Bauermeister, where water is present throughout the story in a variety of ways. Whatcom READs and Bellingham SeaFeast have teamed up for a program that celebrates our connection to the water.

Join us for an Ocean Trivia Night to raise awareness for orca conservation at Menace Brewing Co. on Friday, Jan 24 at 6pm. All this month we're bringing awareness to our resident orcas and the new boating laws in place as of Jan 1. $5 buy-in per team with prizes for the winners! Grab dinner next door at Doug's Burgers or Bahn Mi food truck across the street to enjoy during trivia.

Join us for an enchanting orca-themed Paint & Sip event on Wednesday, Jan 22, from 6:30-9:30pm at Springhill Suites. Guided by local artist and Bellingham SeaFeast Executive Director, Kevin Coleman, you'll create your own ocean-inspired masterpiece on a repurposed buoy while enjoying wine and delectable seafood nibbles. Whether you're a seasoned painter or a beginner, this fun and relaxing evening is perfect for all skill levels. Tickets are $45 and includes supplies, wine and seafood nibbles—reserve your spot today and let your creativity flow!

Join us for our January KISS Cooking Demo presented by BECU at Fisherman's Pavilion on Saturday, January 18 at 12pm. Kevin Coleman, Bellingham SeaFeast's Executive Director, will be showing us how he mixes up a deliciously easy smoked salmon spread that's perfect as a game day snack or add a little extra garnish for a fancy appetizer.

We're kicking off our month of orca conservation with an ocean-themed trivia and knit night at Terramar Brewstillery on Thursday, Jan 9. Join us to help raise awareness for our resident orcas and the new boating laws in place as of Jan 1 for a trivia night starting at 6pm.

Join us for our December KISS Cooking Demo presented by BECU with Riley Starks of Lummi Island Wild and The Salish Center at Fisherman’s Pavilion on Saturday, December 21 at 1pm.

Bellingham SeaFeast will host four speaking engagements on Sunday, Oct 6 from 12pm-4pm at the Working Waterfront Coalition of Whatcom County office, 708 Coho Way. We strongly encourage you to purchase tickets ahead of time online; however any remaining tickets will be available at the door. Get tickets >

Dive into the fun and join us for a FREE Salmon Run 5K on Sunday, October 6, 2024 at 9am. Head down to Bellingham Bay for a loop around the harbor that’s sure to make waves.  Sponsored by Bellingham SeaFeast and Summit Sports Chiropractic, this isn't just a run—it's a celebration of our vibrant waterfront during Bellingham SeaFeast! Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a casual jogger, or just looking for a unique way to enjoy the bay, the Salmon Run 5K offers something for everyone. Costumes are highly encouraged, so don your best maritime-inspired attire. At the finish line, you can join in the fun at Bellingham SeaFeast and fill up on some delicious seafood. Bring your fishy friends and get ready to make a splash.

Join us for more SeaFeastivities at Ponderosa Beer & Books after the festival on Saturday, Oct 5 starting at 6pm for a story hour featuring fisher poets from around the region. Hear heartfelt, powerful stories of life in the fish lanes, songs, and poems that capture the essence and beauty of the rugged Alaskan fishing grounds.This event is free. Thank you to Ponderosa Beer & Books and the Fisher Poets group. Come hear Fish Tales and drink the best ales.

Please register online to help us plan—registration is free and can be done at the event to help us tally participation for planning future engagements.