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Downtown Sounds!
Bellingham’s free urban music series returns for its 21st season with Downtown Sounds, bringing live performances from local and national artists to the heart of the city. Dance under the open sky, enjoy brews from downtown breweries, and sample bites from local food trucks. Families can explore a dedicated zone with activities for all ages. The 2026 headliners include Boot Juice, Cytrus, Global Heat, Bellingham All-Stars Super Jam, and MarchFourth. Presented by the Downtown Bellingham Partnership with support from concert sponsors Julian & Co. Real Estate and BECU, community sponsor Chuckanut Health Foundation, and bike valet sponsor Saturna Capital.
Downtown BellinghamUkulele Jams
Learn to make music on the ukulele in a welcoming class that covers the basic chords and strumming patterns needed to play well known tunes like Somewhere Over the Rainbow, Song of Old Hawaii, and Let it Be. Instruction is led by Bo Bestvina, a music teacher with Gifts of Music NW. Suitable for ages 10 and older, this program is offered in two sessions. The cost is $120 per session. The class takes place at Fairhaven Park Pavilion. No prior ukulele experience is required.
Fairhaven Park PavilionDisney Lorcana – Attack of the Vine Pre-Release Sealed Event!
Get early access to Disney Lorcana’s newest set, Attack of the Vine, in a sealed pre-release. Participants receive an official pre-release kit, build a deck from the contents, then compete, creating a chance to try fresh cards and strategies before the set’s official launch. Registration through Ravensburger Organized Play and a ticket purchase via the Aegis Games website are both required to secure a spot. Seating is limited, and pre-release product is reserved exclusively for event participants.
Aegis Games & TaphouseLaurel Saville- How to Live with a Dog
At Village Books in Fairhaven, author and dog behavior consultant Laurel Saville shares insights from her new book, How to Live with a Dog, which looks closely at the bond between people and their canine companions. The talk explores scientific, psychological, and emotional perspectives on living with dogs, and offers practical ideas for mending misunderstandings and strengthening everyday relationships. Saville holds an MFA in creative writing and literature from the Bennington College writing seminars and is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer. Her publications include three novels, a novella, a memoir, several design titles, and essays that have appeared in The Bark, House Beautiful, the Los Angeles Times Sunday magazine, NYTimes.com, Seven Days, and other outlets. Based in the Pacific Northwest, she and her dog Willow often head into the woods in search of truffles and waterfalls.
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