Welcome to your complete guide to the holiday season in Whatcom County. This page is your hub for everything holiday related from holiday tips to local businesses for gift shopping, family-friendly events, local holiday performances and other seasonal activities you won’t want to miss. We’ve gathered the best of the season into one easy-to-use guide so you can plan your weekends and discover hidden gems. Keep checking back, as our Holiday Guide will be updated throughout the season with fresh posts, new events and local highlights.

Holiday Guide
6 days ago
Lifestyle Lookout: Jingle Bell Run, Lighted Bike Parade and live music

KGMI’s Adam Smith takes a look at some fun activities happening this weekend in Whatcom County.

Lifestyle Lookout
2 weeks ago
Lifestyle Lookout: Christmas parades, holiday events and more this weekend in Whatcom County

Put a coat on and head out around the county this weekend at any of these holiday events.

Holiday Guide
2 weeks ago
Northwest Lighted Christmas Parade returns to Lynden this Saturday

The parade route will be packed with onlookers, so bring seating and get there early for the best views.

We Are Whatcom
2 weeks ago
Kelly Hart: Executive Director at Allied Arts of Whatcom County

Holiday Festival of the Arts holds their 46th market this year, showcasing Allied Arts members that have participated in the market for decades. Executive Director Kelly Hart makes sure the ship runs smoothly in setting up and taking down the month-long pop-up market.

Entertainment
2 weeks ago
Olde Fashioned Christmas at Pioneer Village in Ferndale

The Olde Fashioned Christmas runs this Friday, Dec. 5 and Saturday, Dec. 6 from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. 

Crime
2 weeks ago
“Porch Pirate” strike Whatcom County home as holiday shopping continues

The Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office is advising residents to consider having their packages held at the post office, or to request a signature for any deliveries.

Pest Control Expert
2 weeks ago
Rodent-Proofing Your Home Before the Holidays: A Local Expert’s Checklist

As temperatures fall and holiday preparations ramp up, pest control experts in Whatcom County […]

Veterinary Expert
2 weeks ago
Why December Is Flu and Respiratory Illness Season for Pets

Why December Is Flu and Respiratory Illness Season for Pets As colder weather settles […]

Northwest Clean Air Agency 
2 weeks ago
Limit wood burning to protect the air and residents of Northwest Washington

Fall is here and winter is coming in Island, San Juan, Skagit, and Whatcom […]

Heating and AC Expert
2 weeks ago
Top Signs Your Furnace May Fail This Winter in Northwest Washington

As winter temperatures settle over Whatcom County, the heating experts at Feller Heating are […]