1100 Railroad Ave
Join thousands of Western Students in this annual tradition by walking the 20 minutes from WWU’s Red Square to Downtown Bellingham’s Depot Market Square. Once there, the downtown community will be ready to greet you with entertainment, music, food, and more.
Come play, watch, dance, eat, and explore!
Schedule:
4:30pm – meet in Red Square for live music from Analog Brass, free giveaways from Viking Athletics and the Foundation for WWU & Alumni, a welcome from A.S. President Malachi Phillips, WWU Athletics, and WWU President Sabah Randhawa.
5:00pm – The walk departs Red Square toward Downtown Bellingham. Free shuttle bus departs from the front of the Viking Union at 5:15 p.m. (priority to those with limited mobility).
5:30pm – Arrive at Depot Market Square, downtown Bellingham for free games, entertainment, food, and live music featuring 2023 Battle of the Bands winner, Frog Rocket, and Acrylic Angel. Welcome from Bellingham Mayor, Kim Lund.
7:00-9:00pm – Explore Downtown Bellingham! Dozens of local businesses and community organizations are celebrating WWU by offering activities, discounts, free merch and food, and more.