Local Attractions

A Belling-hamster's guide to Bellingham...

Dining and Refreshment

On Rice: For reasonably cheap ($7-12 entrees), enjoy spicy and exotic thai food. Down on Samish way, On Rice is a popular destination for college denzians.
209 N Samish Way, Bellingham, WA

La Fiamma: Woodfire Pizza: A little spendy ($20 for a pizza) but if you are looking for the tastiest pizza in town, check out La Fiamma on Railroad ave. Where else could you find fresh tomatoes or pesto on a pizza with a glass of raspberry lemonade?
200 E Chestnut St, Bellingham, WA
www.lafiamma.com/

Horseshoe Café: Perhaps you need something to whet your whistle? Head down to the Horseshoe Cafe. Affectionately called “the shoe” around here; you will be able to grab a drink AND get a helping of their sweet potato fries. BONUS!
113 E Holly St
www.horseshoecafe.com

Ginger Boat: Cheap and tasty teriyaki in Sehome Square, within walking distance of WWU. Plus, the food comes in a little boat-shaped dish.
240 36th St

Boundary Bay Brewery and Bistro: A delicious quality resturuant/brewery downtown, Boundary Bay has been in Business for twelve years and is going strong. Try the Salmon. Seriously. Best Salmon ever!
1107 Railroad Ave

Skylarks Hidden Café: Tucked away in a quaint alleyway in historic Fairhaven is the Skylarks Café. Featuring moderately priced food and often live music, Skylarks is the trendy spot for a night time gobble. Go after 9pm to try out their Tuppas, which is fancy-speak for small latenight nibbles.
1308B 11th St.

Entertainment

Catch a show?

Little Women, by Bellingham Theatre Guild
A timeless tale that many little (and not so little) women grew up with. The story of the March sisters: romantic Meg, shy Beth, Willful Amy, and of course passionate and fiery Jo, and their journey to adulthood. Set against the backdrop of the American Civil War.
1600 H St
Bellingham
Contact Name: Box Office
Event Times: 8 PM Thurs-Sat. 2 PM Sundays
Event Cost: $7 - $11
Phone: 360-733-1811, www.bellinghamtheatreguild.com

UpFront Theatre
Remember that tall goofy guy on "Whose Line Is It Anyway?" He moved to Bellingham and opened an improv theater. Located right in downtown Bellingham, the UpFront Theater features nightly hilarious-ness.
$5 on Thursday
$8 Student $10 General on Fri & Sat. Box
Office opens 1/2 hour before show. Located @ 1208 Bay Street, B'ham WA 98225
http://www.theupfront.com

Photography Biennial: 9 to Watch from Pacific NW
From depictions of the austere Arctic landscape to humorous vignettes featuring classic toys, this exhibit presents a glimpse of the wide variety of photography currently being created in the Pacific Northwest. Spotlighting the work of nine diverse talents, the exhibition is the third installation of this photography biennial, which celebrates contemporary photography of our region. Nine to Watch demonstrates this diversity by including work from a carefully considered group of regional artists.
Whatcom Museum of History & Art
121 Prospect St.
Bellingham
Contact Name: Jane Hubrig
Event Times: Tues.-Sun. Noon-5 PM
Event Cost: Free
Phone: 360-676-6981 x320
www.whatcommuseum.org

 

Got an extra day to spare before or after the Festival? Here are activities that people can participate in almost year round.

Hiking: Bellingham was named "Trail Town U.S.A." nearly ten years ago by the National Park Service and American Hiking Society. We have miles of trails and thousands of stunning views. Come, take a stroll, breathe the air, find your soul. Stop by the Visitor Center at I-5 Exit 253 or the USFS Center in Glacier on State Route 542 for maps and trails to suit any needs. For more information about our local hiking club go to the Mt. Baker Hiking Club.
Access the City of Bellingham's trail guides. Contact Us: info@mountbakerclub.org

Biking: Spin the wheels of your imagination and you will find a trail or road to meet your bicycling fantasies. "Mountain Bike" magazine recently rated our region as one of the top ten places to toss the trail dirt. Check our bicycling fact sheet for a basic list of routes and trails. 360.671.3990

Boat Charters You want water? We've got it! Rent a sailboat or kayak. Join a charter trip to the stunning San Juan Islands or Victoria. Take an exhilarating raft trip on the Nooksack River. Watch the mighty Orca whales glide majestically in their home waterways. Our friendly tour operators and guides can help.Go to our Charters, Tours & Travel Services for a water-based adventure.

Fan of fishing? We have fresh and salt water fishing opportunities year-round. Take a look at our printable fishing resource sheet.

Golfing: Get teed off! The Bellingham Mt. Baker region has more public golf courses than any other area in Oregon, Washington and Idaho, according to Golf Digest magazine. From the rolling contours of a Scottish-style course to the one of the best civic links in the nation, this region is ideal for a golfing getaway.
For links to the following courses go to www.bellingham.org
Rate ranges are approximate and reflect discount to full-fare prices.

Dakota Creek Golf Course
3258 Haynie Rd., Custer
(360) 366-3131, 888-465-3515
An 18-hole public regulation course located 20 minutes north of Bellingham.
It has some of the best views in the county. They tout good prices,
a well maintained course and low-key atmosphere.
Green fees $14 to $26

Homestead Farms Golf Resort
200 East Homestead Blvd., Lynden
(800) 354-1196, (360) 354-1196
An 18-hole flat course with lots of water and sand. The 18th hole
features the only par 5 to an island green in the Pacific Northwest.
Amenities include hotel, restaurant and views of Mt. Baker.
Green fees $30 to $60

Lake Padden Golf Course
4882 Samish Way, Bellingham
(360) 738-7400
An 18-hole densely treed municipal golf course with a hilly back nine.
Recognized as one of the finest municipal golf courses in the Pacific Northwest.
This course is carved out of a second growth forest. Restaurant.
Green fees $18 to $30

North Bellingham Public Golf Course
205 W. Smith Rd., Bellingham
(360) 398-8300
An 18-hole Scottish-style links course with water and sand throughout - water is on eight of the
18 holes. While golfing, enjoy spectacular views of Mt. Baker.
Green fees $28 to $45

Raspberry Ridge
6827 Hannegan Rd., Everson
(360) 354-3029
A 9-hole course with large greens, is well bunkered, and boasts great
drainage for year-round golfing. It challenges all levels of play.
Green fees $13 to $23

 

For more information contact:

Bellingham Whatcom County Tourism
904 Potter Street
Bellingham, WA 98229
t: 360-671-3990
f: 360-647-7873