For entertainment, options abound! See a live performance at the historic Mount Baker Theatre, which attracts top talent from around the world. The Pickford Film Center is the perfect place to catch blockbusters and arthouse films. For something unique and lighthearted, check out a show at the Upfront Theatre, featuring local and visiting improv artists. Skip the guesswork and find everything you need to know about the area’s cultural activities with the free and interactive Culture Crawl Quest Pass.

While you’re downtown, stop by the Bellingham Farmers Market to collect fresh produce, crafts, and goods from local growers and makers. The market happens every Saturday through late December and is one of the buzziest places to be in the area.

If you're craving more fresh produce, leave the city behind and venture into the beautiful farmlands across Whatcom County, many of which offer serene vistas and stunning views of Mount Baker. Use the free Farm to Table Trails passport to select your agritourism stops—and earn points and discounts along the way! Use your points to win locally inspired prizes.

For a day trip to remember, head to Lummi Island, only a short ferry ride from the mainland. Here you’ll find artist studios and trails that lead you through nature preserves and public beaches. Check out the Lummi Island Studio Tour in November for a chance to meet and shop from artists up close or follow the Yummy Lummi Farm to Table Trail to discover delicious destinations on and near the island.

Another unique location to visit is Lynden, located 30 minutes north of Bellingham near the Canadian border. Here you can find year-round creative happenings at the Jansen Art Center and seasonally at the Lynden Music Festival, which takes place across three events each fall and winter. This year, mark your calendars for the Claire de Lune Festival in October and the Christmas Concert in December.