Get into the holiday spirit with festive events and shopping opportunities in Bellingham this weekend. Fairhaven Winterfest kicks off on Saturday, Nov. 30 with Santa Claus, delicious food, and holiday shopping. Children can drop off their letters to Santa at the Village Green until Dec. 14. Santa will also be at the Village Inn every Saturday from noon to 3 p.m. for direct requests. Enjoy carriage rides, Victorian Carolers, and a tree lighting ceremony at 10th & Mill.
Small Business Saturday offers local shopping opportunities in Bellingham. The Shop Small Holiday Makers Market Series starts at the Bellingham Cruise Terminal in Fairhaven on Saturday and Sunday, with 50 local vendors selling crafts, clothing, jewelry, and food. If you can’t make it this weekend, the market will return on Dec. 21 and 22.
Downtown Bellingham will also have unique gifts for sale on Shop Small Saturday, and Boundary Bay Brewery will host a Holiday Market from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. featuring local artisans.
If you’re looking for live music, head to The Shakedown on Friday, Nov. 29 to see Hillstomp and The Preacher & The Freight Train. Hillstomp’s rootsy blues-rock sound is sure to be a hit. Visit shakedownbellingham.com for tickets. Don’t miss out on the holiday festivities and local shopping opportunities in Bellingham this weekend.
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