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Northwest Tune-Up isn’t your average music festival. It’s a thrilling fusion of world-class mountain biking adrenaline-pumping bike races award-winning breweries and live performances by top-tier musicians—all in one of North America’s best mountain bike destinations.
Experience 3 days of bike demos from top cycling brands shuttles to nearby trailheads hands-on skills clinics spectator-friendly bike races endless cycling entertainment 20+ taps from local craft brewers and over a dozen performers across 3 stages.
Mainstage Music:
* Friday: Yonder Mountain String Band (bluegrass) Indigo De Souza (bubblegrunge) Petty or Not (pop) and The Lil Smokies (Montana roots bluegrass)
* Saturday: Lupe Fiasco (hip-hop) Emancipator (livetronica) Magic Sword (synthwave) and Protoje meets Tippy I (modern reggae)
* Sunday: RJD2 (electronica) Dengue Fever (Cambodian rock) Saxsquatch (filthstep with Bigfoot) and The Moondoggies (American rock)
Free afternoon music on the Tunetown stages in Expo Village. Besides the public zone, paid ticket are accessible for all fans: music-only tickets, 3-day tickets, VIP tickets, single-day tickets, and youth. Children 12 and under free with adult.
Located at the Bellingham Waterfront, July 12–14, 2024. For tickets or more information, visit nwtuneup.com.
Get ready for an unforgettable weekend of fun! Mark your calendars because the Bellingham Makers Market at the NW Tune-Up Festival is just around the corner, and trust us, you don’t want to miss out! Join us from Friday, July 12th to Sunday, July 14th, as we take over downtown Bellingham’s stunning waterfront for a celebration of community and culture.
Fuel your excitement with mountain biking, live music, local art, craft beer, and incredible shopping opportunities. With elements inspired by the world’s best festivals, immerse yourself in the vibrant Pacific Northwest scene and connect with fellow enthusiasts.
Best part? Our market is FREE for everyone! Here’s when you can swing by and shop 40+ local artisans:
Friday: Noon – 5pm
Saturday & Sunday: 10am – 5pm
From bike demos and clinics to family-friendly events, arts and culture, live music acts, and a lineup of the finest brews pouring throughout the weekend, this will be an event you won’t forget.
Northwest Tune-Up isn’t your average music festival. It’s a thrilling fusion of world-class mountain biking adrenaline-pumping bike races award-winning breweries and live performances by top-tier musicians—all in one of North America’s best mountain bike destinations.
Experience 3 days of bike demos from top cycling brands shuttles to nearby trailheads hands-on skills clinics spectator-friendly bike races endless cycling entertainment 20+ taps from local craft brewers and over a dozen performers across 3 stages.
Mainstage Music:
* Friday: Yonder Mountain String Band (bluegrass) Indigo De Souza (bubblegrunge) Petty or Not (pop) and The Lil Smokies (Montana roots bluegrass)
* Saturday: Lupe Fiasco (hip-hop) Emancipator (livetronica) Magic Sword (synthwave) and Protoje meets Tippy I (modern reggae)
* Sunday: RJD2 (electronica) Dengue Fever (Cambodian rock) Saxsquatch (filthstep with Bigfoot) and The Moondoggies (American rock)
Free afternoon music on the Tunetown stages in Expo Village. Besides the public zone, paid ticket are accessible for all fans: music-only tickets, 3-day tickets, VIP tickets, single-day tickets, and youth. Children 12 and under free with adult.
Located at the Bellingham Waterfront, July 12–14, 2024. For tickets or more information, visit nwtuneup.com.
Get ready for an unforgettable weekend of fun! Mark your calendars because the Bellingham Makers Market at the NW Tune-Up Festival is just around the corner, and trust us, you don’t want to miss out! Join us from Friday, July 12th to Sunday, July 14th, as we take over downtown Bellingham’s stunning waterfront for a celebration of community and culture.
Fuel your excitement with mountain biking, live music, local art, craft beer, and incredible shopping opportunities. With elements inspired by the world’s best festivals, immerse yourself in the vibrant Pacific Northwest scene and connect with fellow enthusiasts.
Best part? Our market is FREE for everyone! Here’s when you can swing by and shop 40+ local artisans:
Friday: Noon – 5pm
Saturday & Sunday: 10am – 5pm
From bike demos and clinics to family-friendly events, arts and culture, live music acts, and a lineup of the finest brews pouring throughout the weekend, this will be an event you won’t forget.
Northwest Tune-Up isn’t your average music festival. It’s a thrilling fusion of world-class mountain biking adrenaline-pumping bike races award-winning breweries and live performances by top-tier musicians—all in one of North America’s best mountain bike destinations.
Experience 3 days of bike demos from top cycling brands shuttles to nearby trailheads hands-on skills clinics spectator-friendly bike races endless cycling entertainment 20+ taps from local craft brewers and over a dozen performers across 3 stages.
Mainstage Music:
* Friday: Yonder Mountain String Band (bluegrass) Indigo De Souza (bubblegrunge) Petty or Not (pop) and The Lil Smokies (Montana roots bluegrass)
* Saturday: Lupe Fiasco (hip-hop) Emancipator (livetronica) Magic Sword (synthwave) and Protoje meets Tippy I (modern reggae)
* Sunday: RJD2 (electronica) Dengue Fever (Cambodian rock) Saxsquatch (filthstep with Bigfoot) and The Moondoggies (American rock)
Free afternoon music on the Tunetown stages in Expo Village. Besides the public zone, paid ticket are accessible for all fans: music-only tickets, 3-day tickets, VIP tickets, single-day tickets, and youth. Children 12 and under free with adult.
Located at the Bellingham Waterfront, July 12–14, 2024. For tickets or more information, visit nwtuneup.com.
Get ready for an unforgettable weekend of fun! Mark your calendars because the Bellingham Makers Market at the NW Tune-Up Festival is just around the corner, and trust us, you don’t want to miss out! Join us from Friday, July 12th to Sunday, July 14th, as we take over downtown Bellingham’s stunning waterfront for a celebration of community and culture.
Fuel your excitement with mountain biking, live music, local art, craft beer, and incredible shopping opportunities. With elements inspired by the world’s best festivals, immerse yourself in the vibrant Pacific Northwest scene and connect with fellow enthusiasts.
Best part? Our market is FREE for everyone! Here’s when you can swing by and shop 40+ local artisans:
Friday: Noon – 5pm
Saturday & Sunday: 10am – 5pm
From bike demos and clinics to family-friendly events, arts and culture, live music acts, and a lineup of the finest brews pouring throughout the weekend, this will be an event you won’t forget.
Plan on joining us every Thursday from 11:00-2:00 pm at the Barkley Village Green for lunch, live music, and local vendors. Bring your picnic blanket and the rest of the family to enjoy the live music, check out the fantastic food truck options for lunch, or shop at the various local vendors. The Barkley Market is located at 2215 Rimland Drive and will run each Thursday from July 11-August 29th. We’ll see you there!
Story Time is hosted by the Bellingham Public Library every Thursday at 11 am.
Plan on joining us every Thursday from 11:00-2:00 pm at the Barkley Village Green for lunch, live music, and local vendors. Bring your picnic blanket and the rest of the family to enjoy the live music, check out the fantastic food truck options for lunch, or shop at the various local vendors. The Barkley Market is located at 2215 Rimland Drive and will run each Thursday from July 11-August 29th. We’ll see you there!
Story Time is hosted by the Bellingham Public Library every Thursday at 11 am.
Plan on joining us every Thursday from 11:00-2:00 pm at the Barkley Village Green for lunch, live music, and local vendors. Bring your picnic blanket and the rest of the family to enjoy the live music, check out the fantastic food truck options for lunch, or shop at the various local vendors. The Barkley Market is located at 2215 Rimland Drive and will run each Thursday from July 11-August 29th. We’ll see you there!
Story Time is hosted by the Bellingham Public Library every Thursday at 11 am.
Plan on joining us every Thursday from 11:00-2:00 pm at the Barkley Village Green for lunch, live music, and local vendors. Bring your picnic blanket and the rest of the family to enjoy the live music, check out the fantastic food truck options for lunch, or shop at the various local vendors. The Barkley Market is located at 2215 Rimland Drive and will run each Thursday from July 11-August 29th. We’ll see you there!
Story Time is hosted by the Bellingham Public Library every Thursday at 11 am.
This event is free to attend. For more information visit VVA165.ORG.
Celebrate 20 Years of Downtown Sounds! Downtown Sounds is back, bigger and better than ever for our milestone 20th anniversary! Mark your calendars for Wednesdays from July 10-August 7 and get ready for an extraordinary lineup coming soon.
Plan on joining us every Thursday from 11:00-2:00 pm at the Barkley Village Green for lunch, live music, and local vendors. Bring your picnic blanket and the rest of the family to enjoy the live music, check out the fantastic food truck options for lunch, or shop at the various local vendors. The Barkley Market is located at 2215 Rimland Drive and will run each Thursday from July 11-August 29th. We’ll see you there!
Story Time is hosted by the Bellingham Public Library every Thursday at 11 am.
On Saturday, July 27th from 11:00am to 4:00pm Hillcrest Park in Mount Vernon will be full of young minds ready for another year of stimulating arts, crafts, and unforgettable entertainment. Volunteers will be hosting approximately 30 booths and will provide hands-on arts and crafts activities from Foam Masks to Fish Prints and much, much more! We also have a stage with a variety of live entertainment scheduled throughout the day. Along with the booths and entertainers we offer several totally free raffles to attendees throughout the day. Each child is given one raffle ticket and the opportunity to win a bundle of donated items from local businesses and organizations!
Celebrate 20 Years of Downtown Sounds! Downtown Sounds is back, bigger and better than ever for our milestone 20th anniversary! Mark your calendars for Wednesdays from July 10-August 7 and get ready for an extraordinary lineup coming soon.
Plan on joining us every Thursday from 11:00-2:00 pm at the Barkley Village Green for lunch, live music, and local vendors. Bring your picnic blanket and the rest of the family to enjoy the live music, check out the fantastic food truck options for lunch, or shop at the various local vendors. The Barkley Market is located at 2215 Rimland Drive and will run each Thursday from July 11-August 29th. We’ll see you there!
Story Time is hosted by the Bellingham Public Library every Thursday at 11 am.
The city of Ferndale Arts Commission & Fringe Brewing present the third annual FerndALE Block Party. Just like previous years, this event will be free for the whole family! Featuring all ages entertainment & music all day, vendors, food trucks, craft beer & local cider. Lots of free activities and giveaways for kids, too! Check out the free games provided by local businesses and organizations!
Please message Ferndaleblockparty@gmail.com for information about being a vendor! $100 for artists/crafters/makers and $150 for commercial businesses.
https://fringebrewing.com/block-party https://www.facebook.com/events/692345576066073
The Maple Falls Park Bigfoot Festival returns on Saturday, August 3, 2024.
Featuring local vendors, live music, beer garden, fundraising opportunities to support Maple Falls Community Park, and celebrating all things Bigfoot!
-40+ local vendors
-Root Beer “Biggie” Floats
-Live Music
-Raffle
-Beer Garden
Schedule of Events
9am: Festival begins. Raffle and vendor booths open
11am: Maple Falls Park Rootbeer Float sales begin
12pm: Beer Garden opens
12pm-1:45pm: Live Music
1:45-2:15pm: Music break
2:15-4pm: Live Music
4pm: Raffle drawing and then the festival closes
Food Trucks: Lumpia Love & Cicchitti’s East Coast Pizza
The city of Ferndale Arts Commission & Fringe Brewing present the third annual FerndALE Block Party. Just like previous years, this event will be free for the whole family! Featuring all ages entertainment & music all day, vendors, food trucks, craft beer & local cider. Lots of free activities and giveaways for kids, too! Check out the free games provided by local businesses and organizations!
Please message Ferndaleblockparty@gmail.com for information about being a vendor! $100 for artists/crafters/makers and $150 for commercial businesses.
https://fringebrewing.com/block-party https://www.facebook.com/events/692345576066073
Celebrate 20 Years of Downtown Sounds! Downtown Sounds is back, bigger and better than ever for our milestone 20th anniversary! Mark your calendars for Wednesdays from July 10-August 7 and get ready for an extraordinary lineup coming soon.
Plan on joining us every Thursday from 11:00-2:00 pm at the Barkley Village Green for lunch, live music, and local vendors. Bring your picnic blanket and the rest of the family to enjoy the live music, check out the fantastic food truck options for lunch, or shop at the various local vendors. The Barkley Market is located at 2215 Rimland Drive and will run each Thursday from July 11-August 29th. We’ll see you there!
Story Time is hosted by the Bellingham Public Library every Thursday at 11 am.
Plan on joining us every Thursday from 11:00-2:00 pm at the Barkley Village Green for lunch, live music, and local vendors. Bring your picnic blanket and the rest of the family to enjoy the live music, check out the fantastic food truck options for lunch, or shop at the various local vendors. The Barkley Market is located at 2215 Rimland Drive and will run each Thursday from July 11-August 29th. We’ll see you there!
Story Time is hosted by the Bellingham Public Library every Thursday at 11 am.
This event is FREE for everyone and Bellingham Makers Market is excited to host your favorite, local makers showcasing art, jewelry, soap, textiles, candles, food, sustainables and more!
We will join Noisy Waters Mural Festival, which is all about bringing people together through unique, creative experiences. More than 4,000+ attendees join the festival for a friendly art battle, in which muralists will have three days to paint 8’x’8’ portable walls on public display for the community to enjoy. Attendees will vote for their favorites and the top three winners will receive cash contracts to paint large murals in Bellingham.
When: Saturday: 2pm – 8pm
Sunday: 11am – 4pm
Where: Bellingham Waterfront at Waypoint Park
1100 Granary Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225
A portion of proceeds will be donated to the Lhaq’temish Foundation, a 501 c(3) non-profit organization focused on helping to build a stronger community rich with culture, togetherness, success, prosperity, health, hope and stewardship for future generations.
Plan on joining us every Thursday from 11:00-2:00 pm at the Barkley Village Green for lunch, live music, and local vendors. Bring your picnic blanket and the rest of the family to enjoy the live music, check out the fantastic food truck options for lunch, or shop at the various local vendors. The Barkley Market is located at 2215 Rimland Drive and will run each Thursday from July 11-August 29th. We’ll see you there!
Story Time is hosted by the Bellingham Public Library every Thursday at 11 am.
Plan on joining us every Thursday from 11:00-2:00 pm at the Barkley Village Green for lunch, live music, and local vendors. Bring your picnic blanket and the rest of the family to enjoy the live music, check out the fantastic food truck options for lunch, or shop at the various local vendors. The Barkley Market is located at 2215 Rimland Drive and will run each Thursday from July 11-August 29th. We’ll see you there!
Story Time is hosted by the Bellingham Public Library every Thursday at 11 am.
