HOLIDAY EVENTS
IN WHATCOM COUNTY
last updated 11/23/20
The 2020 Whatcom County Holiday and Christmas Events Guide will look a little different this year without some of our beloved local events like Christmas Tree Lightings and Parades. I'm as sad as you but we will do our best to include any and all local activities that will help us all get in the holiday spirit. The guide will still include pictures with Santa and where to see Christmas lights, local tree farms, winter break camps and more!
Keep checking back because we will continue to add events and activities throughout December.
Happy Holidays! ~Megan
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CHRISTMAS LIGHT DISPLAYS
IN WHATCOM COUNTY
Lighted Christmas Stroll, Ferndale
The Lights of Christmas Drive Thru, Stanwood
Outdoor Decorations at the Port of Bellingham
Cross Country Lights, Lynden
Lights at Stewart's Place, 1633 Eastwood Way, Lynden
Pacific Northwest Christmas Lights - Find all the areas near you to find Christmas lights!
Reader Suggested Neighborhoods:
~James Street Estates, 3802 James Street, Bellingham
More to come with YOUR help!
Do you know of any amazingly decorated homes or businesses in Whatcom County?
Please submit the information HERE.
WHERE TO GET SOCIALLY DISTANCED SANTA PHOTOS
IN WHATCOM COUNTY
Updated 12/14/20
Bellis Fair Mall, Bellingham: Virtual Visits with Santa. Make this holiday magical with a virtual visit to the North Pole! Santa's helpers have been working hard decking the halls for you and your family, so don’t be late! Choose from our list of enchanting experiences for a jolly good time. Now through January, 2021.
Santa Visit at Sleigh Bells Ring: Christmas is always a festive time at Bellewood Farms. We want to continue to make it a safe place for you to enjoy with family and friends. Enjoy a horse-drawn sleigh-ride through the orchard, take a socially-distanced photo with the real Santa (FREE), sit by the bonfire and enjoy a hot apple cider or a hot toddy, shop for gifts from local makers, and take home a homemade holiday pie!
Hot Cocoa with Santa: Join Santa on December 19th from 12-2pm for a FREE 'Lil Locas Hot Chocolate for every child! Little ones can pose with Santa at a safe distance, while parents snap a beloved Holiday photo. We will have one whole side of the building blocked off JUST for the kids to visit with Santa, with plenty of space for social distancing while you wait. We will be festive AND safe!
Your child's face will light up when they hear Santa say their name and mention the things they are asking for this Christmas! Personalize your Santa or Santa's Elf video by December 15th at www.SantaVideo.net Shop Small this holiday with our LOCAL character company Enchanting Events!
U-CUT TREE FARMS
IN WHATCOM COUNTY
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WHATCOM COUNTY
HOLIDAY EVENTS
Week of November 23rd- 29th
FRIDAY - November 27th
Washington State Parks Free Day, all day.
The Lights of Christmas Drive Thru, 5-10pm. Stanwood.
SATURDAY - November 28th
The Lights of Christmas Drive Thru, 5-10pm. Stanwood.
SUNDAY - November 29th
The Lights of Christmas Drive Thru, 5-10pm. Stanwood.
WHATCOM COUNTY
HOLIDAY EVENTS
Week of November 30th - December 6th
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WEDNESDAY - December 2nd
Lights of Christmas Drive-Thru, 5-10pm. Stanwood.
THURSDAY - December 3rd
Outdoor Decorations at the Port of Bellingham, 5-9pm. Bellingham.
Lights of Christmas Drive-Thru, 5-10pm. Stanwood.
FRIDAY - December 4th
Lighted Christmas Stroll, 5-8pm. Ferndale.
Outdoor Decorations at the Port of Bellingham, 5-9pm. Bellingham.
Lights of Christmas Drive-Thru, 5-10pm. Stanwood.
SATURDAY - December 5th
Sleigh Bells Ring, 10am-5pm. Lynden.
Santa Visit at Sleigh Bells Ring, 1-4pm. Lynden.
Holiday Harbor Lights, 5-7pm. Blaine.
Lighted Christmas Stroll, 5-8pm. Ferndale.
Northwest Lighted Christmas "Drive By" Parade, 5-8pm. Lynden.
Outdoor Decorations at the Port of Bellingham, 5-9pm. Bellingham.
Lights of Christmas Drive-Thru, 5-10pm. Stanwood.
Lighted Boat Parade, 6pm. Bellingham
SUNDAY - December 6th
Sleigh Bells Ring, 10am-5pm. Lynden.
Santa Visit at Sleigh Bells Ring, 1-4pm. Lynden.
Outdoor Decorations at the Port of Bellingham, 5-9pm. Bellingham.
Lights of Christmas Drive-Thru, 5-10pm. Stanwood.
WINTER BREAK CAMPS
IN WHATCOM COUNTY
WHATCOM COUNTY
HOLIDAY EVENTS
Week of December 7th - December 13th
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MONDAY - December 7th
Outdoor Decorations at the Port of Bellingham, 5-9pm. Bellingham.
TUESDAY - December 8th
Outdoor Decorations at the Port of Bellingham, 5-9pm. Bellingham.
WEDNESDAY - December 9th
Outdoor Decorations at the Port of Bellingham, 5-9pm. Bellingham.
The Lights of Christmas Drive-Thru, 5-10pm. Stanwood.
THURSDAY - December 10th
Outdoor Decorations at the Port of Bellingham, 5-9pm. Bellingham.
The Lights of Christmas Drive-Thru, 5-10pm. Stanwood.
FRIDAY - December 11th
Lighted Christmas Stroll, 5-8pm. Bellingham
Outdoor Decorations at the Port of Bellingham, 5-9pm. Bellingham.
The Lights of Christmas Drive-Thru, 5-10pm. Stanwood.
SATURDAY - December 12th
Sleigh Bells Ring, 10am-5pm. Lynden.
Santa Visit at Sleigh Bells Ring, 1-4pm. Lynden.
Lighted Christmas Stroll, 5-8pm. Bellingham
Outdoor Decorations at the Port of Bellingham, 5-9pm. Bellingham.
The Lights of Christmas Drive-Thru, 5-10pm. Stanwood.
SUNDAY - December 13th
Sleigh Bells Ring, 10am-5pm. Lynden.
Santa Visit at Sleigh Bells Ring, 1-4pm. Lynden.
Outdoor Decorations at the Port of Bellingham, 5-9pm. Bellingham.
The Lights of Christmas Drive-Thru, 5-10pm. Stanwood.
WHATCOM COUNTY
HOLIDAY EVENTS
Week of December 14th - December 20th
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MONDAY - December 14th
Outdoor Decorations at the Port of Bellingham, 5-9pm. Bellingham.
TUESDAY - December 15th
Outdoor Decorations at the Port of Bellingham, 5-9pm. Bellingham.
WEDNESDAY - December 16th
Outdoor Decorations at the Port of Bellingham, 5-9pm. Bellingham.
The Lights of Christmas Drive-Thru, 5-10pm. Stanwood.
THURSDAY - December 17th
Outdoor Decorations at the Port of Bellingham, 5-9pm. Bellingham.
The Lights of Christmas Drive-Thru, 5-10pm. Stanwood.
FRIDAY - December 18th
Lighted Christmas Stroll, 5-8pm. Bellingham
Outdoor Decorations at the Port of Bellingham, 5-9pm. Bellingham.
The Lights of Christmas Drive-Thru, 5-10pm. Stanwood.
SATURDAY - December 19th
Sleigh Bells Ring, 10am-5pm. Lynden.
Hot Cocoa with Santa, 12-2pm, Sumas.
Visit Father Christmas, 12-3pm, Bellingham.
Santa Visit at Sleigh Bells Ring, 1-4pm. Lynden.
Sumas Lighted Christmas Parade, 5-7pm, Sumas.
Lighted Christmas Stroll, 5-8pm. Bellingham
Outdoor Decorations at the Port of Bellingham, 5-9pm. Bellingham.
The Lights of Christmas Drive-Thru, 5-10pm. Stanwood.
SUNDAY - December 20th
Sleigh Bells Ring, 10am-5pm. Lynden.
Santa Visit at Sleigh Bells Ring, 1-4pm. Lynden.
The Enchanting in Sudden Valley, 5-8pm, Bellingham.
Outdoor Decorations at the Port of Bellingham, 5-9pm. Bellingham.
The Lights of Christmas Drive-Thru, 5-10pm. Stanwood.
The Great Christmas Convoy, 6-9pm, Ferndale.
WINTER BREAK CAMPS
For now Winter Break camps & classes are on hold. If there are some that pop up virtually or in-person they will be added here.
WHATCOM COUNTY
HOLIDAY EVENTS
Week of December 21st - December 27th
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MONDAY - December 21st
Outdoor Decorations at the Port of Bellingham, 5-9pm. Bellingham.
The Lights of Christmas Drive-Thru, 5-10pm. Stanwood.
TUESDAY - December 22nd
Outdoor Decorations at the Port of Bellingham, 5-9pm. Bellingham.
The Lights of Christmas Drive-Thru, 5-10pm. Stanwood.
WEDNESDAY - December 23rd
Outdoor Decorations at the Port of Bellingham, 5-9pm. Bellingham.
The Lights of Christmas Drive-Thru, 5-10pm. Stanwood.
THURSDAY - December 24th
Outdoor Decorations at the Port of Bellingham, 5-9pm. Bellingham.
CHRISTMAS DAY
Enjoy every moment with family.
SATURDAY - December 26th
The Lights of Christmas Drive-Thru, 5-10pm. Stanwood.
SUNDAY - December 27th
The Lights of Christmas Drive-Thru, 5-10pm. Stanwood.
WHATCOM COUNTY
HOLIDAY EVENTS
Week of December 28th - January 2nd, 2021
MONDAY - December 28th
TUESDAY - December 29th
WEDNESDAY - December 30th
THURSDAY - December 31st
Fairhaven Firelight Stroll, 5-8pm, Bellingham.
Click on the links to take you to more detailed information on the Whatcom Kid Insider events calendar.
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