Bellingham’s December events: Tree lightings, markets, trivia, ice skating and more on tap
The following is a monthly roundup of key Bellingham events, festivals, trivia nights and live music this December. For a complete list of local events, visit bellinghamherald.com/events.
Bellingham events
▪ Boundary Bay Brewery is hosting an End of Prohibition Party from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 5. The free 21-and-older event will include live music from a band performing prohibition-era music, live entertainment and re-enactments by The Good Time Girls, an “old fashioned prohibition protest.” Costumes are encouraged. Boundary Bay Brewery is at 1107 Railroad Ave. in Bellingham.
▪ The Bellingham Yacht Club Lighted Boat Parade will start at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7, with a lineup of decorated boats along the coastline. Viewers can watch the parade from the Cruise Terminal, Taylor Dock and Boulevard Park.
▪ Bellingham’s Downtown Tree Lighting will start at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7. The free event will include free hot chocolate, cookies, activities and the tree lighting at 6 p.m. The event is at 1100 Railroad Ave. in Bellingham.
▪ The Fairhaven Firelight Stroll, part of Fairhaven’s monthlong Winterfest celebration, starts at 5 p.m. and takes participants on a walk, lighted by luminaries, from Padden Creek Trail to Stones Throw Brewery. At Stones Throw Brewery, participants can enjoy a Winterfest Bonfire for all ages that includes free hot chocolate, s’mores and live music until 8 p.m. Padden Creek Trail is west of Eighth Street on Harris Ave.
▪ The Shop Small Holiday Makers Market, a free vendor market hosted by Bellingham Makers Market, will run from noon to 6 p.m. Dec. 21 and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 22 at The Bellingham Cruise Terminal at 355 Harris Ave. in Bellingham.
▪ The Bellingham Sportsplex is hosting a Santa Ice Skate from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 21. The event costs $10 per skater and includes admission, skate rental, hot chocolate and a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus. The Bellingham Sportsplex is at 1225 Civic Field Way in Bellingham.
Trivia nights in Bellingham
These local restaurants and bars regularly hold trivia nights:
▪ Stemma Brewing Co. at 5:30 p.m. Sundays at 2039 Moore St.
▪ Ono Kitchen & Bar at 7 p.m. Mondays at 210 E Chestnut St.
▪ Zeeks Pizza at 7 p.m. Mondays at 2416 Meridian St.
▪ Corner Taphouse at 7 p.m. Tuesdays at 1125 Finnegan Way.
▪ Flatstick Pub at 7 p.m. and 8 p.m. Wednesdays at 902 N State St.
▪ Kulshan Brewing Roosevelt Taproom at 7 p.m. Wednesdays at 1538 Kentucky St.
▪ CHeBA HUT at 7 p.m. on Wednesdays at 306 W. Holly St.
▪ Stones Throw Brewery at 7 p.m. Thursdays at 1009 Larrabee Ave.
▪ The Great Northern Bottle Shop & Lounge at 7 p.m. Thursdays at 1319 Commercial St.
Live music in Bellingham
▪ Stone’s Throw Brewery has free live music for all ages from 6 to 8 p.m. throughout the month. For the lineup of artists, check the brewery’s website or Facebook page. Stone’s Throw Brewery is at 1009 Larrabee Ave.
▪ The Aslan Brewing Co. Depot welcomes local artists throughout the month. For the music lineup, check the schedule online. Aslan Brewing Co. Depot is at 1322 N. State St.
▪ Kulshan Brewing Company’s various breweries are hosting live music all month. For the music lineup and locations, check the schedule online.
▪ The Blue Room, a live music and event venue, regularly hosts live performers and performances, including jazz nights, local artists, and improv nights. Tickets are available online in advance. The Blue Room is at 202 E. Holly St.
▪ The Shakedown, a live music venue and bar, regularly hosts live music and performers. Tickets are available online in advance. The Shakedown is at 1212 N State St.
▪ Wild Buffalo House of Music, a live music and event venue, regularly hosts live music and performers. Tickets are available online in advance. Wild Buffalo House of Music is at 208 W. Holly St.
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