It’s time to get ready for Halloween in Bellingham and Whatcom County! When you’re looking for some spoooooky Halloween fun, check out this round-up of what's happening around town.
Bayview Cemetery Tour
Join local history buffs The Good Time Girls for a guided tour of Bellingham's Bayview Cemetery!
Gore & Lore Tours
Between Bellingham and Fairhaven Village, there is a lot of "Gore and Lore" to explore, which is why The Good Time Girls offer different tours for each part of town!
In this one-of-a-kind immersive escape-room-style adventure, you and your team of eight will journey through the historic Hotel Leo, built in 1929, listening to the stories it tells and unlocking the mysteries it holds.
October 2, 5, 12, 16, 19, 26, and 28
Join professional psychic Charles Crooks as he offers The Downtown Ghost Tour without an age restriction! With stories similar to the 21+ tour, this 100% outside tour features the ghosts and hauntings from the core of downtown Bellingham.
October 4, then every Friday through November 8, 2024
Learn all about the haunted locations of downtown Bellingham! Starting and ending at Chuckanut Bay Distillery, this walking tour features some of the most notoriously haunted spots in Bellingham.
Wrap up the tour with a drink (sold separately) in one of Chuckanut's spaces that has had ghostly activity. For more info and tickets visit the website. This tour is 21+ only.
October 5, 12, 19, 26, and 31
Learn all about the haunted happenings of historic Fairhaven! Join professional psychic Charles Crooks on this walking tour as he shares his own experiences and talks about the known haunted spaces of Fairhaven.
September 27, then every Friday and Saturday until November 2, 2024
Welcome to Hellingham, where everyone is as silly as they are suspect! Improvisers will take inspiration from the audience to create their character, drawing from the Bowl of Fate to find out if they will be witness, kill, or be killed. Only the improviser knows their character's fate, until it is revealed on stage!
Join for a fan favorite improvised murder mystery, Sept. 27 - Nov. 2, with two special shows on Halloween.
HALLOWEEN HELLINGHAM! Wear your costume and enter a costume contest to win tickets to an upcoming show!
All October
In honor of Halloween, Pickford Film Center in Downtown Bellingham will screen spooky classics including Twilight, The Lost Boys, Blade, and Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror.
October 25 – 27
If it bleeds it will lead the competition at this horror filled film festival! For over ten years, Bleedingham has been supporting those who love to make and watch horror movies here in the Pacific Northwest. Submit your own spooky short to have it reviewed by a judging panel or just join in for the scares at several activities, including the annual awards ceremony to view the top selected films.
The festival is screened at Pickford Film Center.
October 18
Join MBT for a night of fright. With curses, omens, and portents; vengeful monsters, devious shapeshifters, and heroic tricksters — the Native American canon is rife with horror stories.
The Land Has Spoken: Tales of Indigenous Horror puts a contemporary spin on Native Legends, myths, and allegories in staged readings with an all-Native cast. The evening features short stories brought to haunt you by award-winning authors Andrea Rogers and Shane Hawk and an original sound score by Chantil Dukart.
October 26
Get ready for a night of wild entertainment with The Rocky Horror Picture Show at the Mount Baker Theatre! Follow squeaky clean sweethearts Brad and Janet on an adventure they’ll never forget as they encounter the scandalous Dr. Frank-N-Furter, rippling Rocky, and vivacious Columbia. Get ready for a night of fun, frivolity, and fetish as Bellingham’s boldest actors bring the cult classic’s characters to life in front of the movie screen.
The best part of The Rocky Horror Picture Show is the audience participation — callbacks, toast-throwing, and glove-snapping are all part of the tantalizing experience. So, fish out the fishnets and sharpen those stilettos for the rockiest ride of your life! Don’t dream it — be it.
October 18-20 // 25-27
In Ferndale, Whatcom Frightmare Haunted House will be presenting a range of scares for all ages.
Earlier in evening, the "lighter scare" will be perfect for younger kids. Those brave enough for a "full scare" should stop by later at night when the haunted house will be dark and ready to frighten.
The event is wheelchair accessible.
October 18-19 // 25-26
"When the bell rings and the lights go out, evil comes out to play..."
Relive the horror of high school at this haunted house, located at the NW Washington Fair Grounds in Lynden, WA. Hours are 7-10 p.m.
Tickets are sold at the door. If at 9 p.m. the line exceeds a two hour wait, ticket sales will stop.
October 24-26
Every year BAAY (Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth) transforms the beer garden at Boundary Bay Brewery into a haunted fear garden, and 100% of the proceeds go directly to BAAY! Enter at your own risk at the alley off of Maple St to experience the Fear Garden!
All Ages from 6-9 pm
21+ from 9-11 pm
October 26
Join the Ferndale Chamber for another fantastic community Halloween Downtown Trick or Treat! Trick or Treating along Main St. begins at 2pm at Fourth and Main, crowds are encouraged to work their way East to 1st Ave, then down 1st to Pioneer Pavilion where businesses will have their tents set up pass out even MORE candy to kids!
Pets will NOT be welcome at this event due to crowd size and traffic. We will have volunteer crossing guards at 1st and Main to help stop traffic when people need to cross. Please remember that your safety and that of your children is up to you, not the Chamber or volunteers.
October 26
🎃 Join the 4th Annual Trick-or-Treat on the Berm in Birch Bay! 🎃 Get into the Halloween spirit with a fun-filled afternoon at Birch Bay’s 4th Annual Trick-or-Treat on the Berm! Bring your family and friends on Saturday, October 26th, from 3 PM to 5 PM for an exciting trick-or-treating experience along the scenic Berm.
In addition to trick-or-treating, head over to the Birch Bay Vogt Library Express (7948 Birch Bay Drive) for family-friendly activities hosted by Friends of Birch Bay Library and Blaine-Birch Bay Parks & Recreation District 2.
October 27
Join us for a Halloween Spooktacular VEGANgza! All are welcome! Bellingham Veg Fest is hosting a fun-filled day with a Vegan Bake Sale benefiting Elf Sanctuary and a Trunk or Treat at Evil Bikes, 700 Harris Ave, sponsored by Ian Steger with Ohana R.E.S!
Highlights: - New Public Food Truck with plant-based favorites - Evil Bikes will have drinks available at their indoor bar - Costumes encouraged! Get $2 off baked goods and join our costume contest.
Join us for the annual Downtown Trick-or-Treat, where families come downtown for a fun and FREE alternative to neighborhood trick-or-treating. Bring your costumed kiddos (& kiddos at heart) and stroll around to grab goodies from 100+ participating businesses.
The Downtown Bellingham Partnership will have maps, activities, and of course CANDY at the Commercial Street Plaza located at 1300 Commercial, but you can begin your journey at any intersection in Downtown Bellingham.
October 31
Family Friendly trick or treat throughout the Fairhaven Historic Village! FREE Photo booth inside Finnegan's Alley - presented by the Fairhaven Association and People's Bank.
October 31
Join Cordata Place businesses for our 2nd annual Cordata Place Trick or Treat! We'll have 20+ Candy Stops, hot cocoa, a photo booth, plenty of free parking, and public restrooms available. Start at CTK Bellingham and work your way down the sidewalks to other businesses and end at Larabee Lager.
Pumpkin Season Begins September 27
Located in beautiful Whatcom County, just 13 miles north of Bellingham and two miles west of Interstate 5, Home Farm U-Pick offers a pumpkin patch and so much more!
Wander the farm, visit the pig pens, check out the antique tractors, shop the seasonal farm store, ride the tractor train, take memorable photos, enjoy hot cider, popcorn, and mini donuts (on select days), and of course pick pumpkins!
Choose from heirloom and specialty pumpkins in a variety of sizes, shapes and colors; orange carving pumpkins; an array of squash and gourds ready to eat or decorate with; corn stalks; and mums.
Every Weekend in October
Dan Cramer's Western Town in Lynden has been offering a fall pumpkin experience for more than a decade. If you’re a pumpkin aficionado, you’ll enjoy the 30 different varieties on Cramer’s farm.
The farm also offers extra fun, like draft horse rides to the pumpkin patch, a hay maze, tractor train rides, games, and more.
Bellewood Farms is famous for its apples, but it also has a pick-your-own pumpkin patch and an Apple Bin Express train ride every fall!
Hop aboard the train and fill a bag of ripe apples. After that, head back toward the barn where you can stop by the corn maze, u-pick pumpkin patch, or the cafe for some fresh apple cider donuts and a slice of apple pie.
Travel Tip: Bellewood has grown-up fun too! Their distillery features “farm-to-table” spirits including brandy, vodka, and gin. Enjoy unique flavors like their Honeycrisp Vodka or Pumpkin Spice Liqueur.
October 5, then every Friday and Saturday until October 26, 2024
Get into the spirit of fall at Stoney Ridge Farm, the ultimate destination in Whatcom County for autumn fun! Nestled in Everson, Stoney Ridge offers a full harvest experience with homegrown pumpkins, apples, wagon rides, a corn maze, and fresh, homemade cider and donuts. Live music on select dates.
October 26
Neon Shadows, the beloved local talent, will light up the stage with everybody's favorite 80s-era music: New Age, Dance Pop, and a smidge of rock! It will be a Halloween party you won't forget.
Come in costume or just come as your unique self either way be prepared to have the time of your life.
21+
October 31
The Dead Will Rise w/ the Sleepy Alligators at Boundary Bay’s Annual Halloween Party! Deadheads and ghoul friends, join Boundary Bay Brewery on Thursday, October 31st for our annual Halloween party featuring the night of the living Grateful Dead cover band, the Sleepy Alligators!
Following their souled-out Halloween performance from last year, The Sleepy Alligators are returning to lift your spirits with their deadliest beats. Doors open at 8, with music starting at 8:30 pm! This is a 21+ show. Tickets are $12 presale | $15 at the door.
October 31
Your favorite Halloween party is back! Join us at Aslan Depot on the 31st for a night of spooky cocktails, our famous Jell-O shots, and music from none other than KraymerGDot! There will be a costume contest so don’t forget to dress up!
October 31
Kill the Keg, win prizes, and celebrate spooky season and the end of another amazing season at Trackside with us!
Trick-or-Treating in the Beer Garden from 4-6 PM
Halloween DJ Set by DJ Aireekah of Glitt3r Lyfe from 6-9 PM
Thrillingham performances at 7 PM
October 31
Celebrate Halloween with Bellingham local music legends Black Eyes and Neckties as they celebrate the 20 year anniversary of their album Stiletto!
October 31
Join us at the Whatcom Museum's Family Interactive Gallery for a fun-filled Monster Mash Halloween Celebration on Thursday, October 31! Drop in anytime between 10 am – 5 pm and bring your little ones dressed in their favorite costumes. They’ll love making masks and monstrous masterpieces, dancing to silly Halloween tunes, and getting creative with spooky crafts.
PLUS! Don’t miss the chance to capture memories in our photo booth before heading out for Downtown Bellingham’s Trick-or-Treat from 4 pm – 6 pm!
October 12
The Zombie Fun Run is an annual, FREE, fun run for community members of all ages, brought to you by the City’s Parks, Recreation, and Trails Advisory Board!
Unleash your inner survivor at Ferndale’s 2nd Annual Zombie Fun Run! It is sure to be a thrilling adventure that is open to EVERYONE – whether you’re a seasoned pro, new to the track, a dedicated jogger, a leisurely walker, or a zombie shuffler. Please note, this course includes gravel trails, potentially running through grass, and goes through Pioneer Village where no dogs are permitted.
October 24
Get ready for Drag-ula! our Halloween-inspired Drag Show at the Depot! We have 5 talented performers for this show that you definitely don’t want to miss!
This Drag Show supports Sean Humphrey House, dedicated to providing care and community in a family-home setting for adults living with HIV. $1 of every Aslan beer and Sparkling Hop Water poured will be going to Sean Humphrey House.
October 24-27
Join us for Spooktacular 2024, a haunting experience you'll never forget. Woodstock Farm transforms into a realm of spine-tingling fun. Explore our terrifying Haunted House, embark on a mystical Witch Walk, enjoy ghostly games, and more. With activities for all ages 4 and up, it's the Halloween event of the year!
This event is only accessible via shuttle from Fairhaven Park. No on-site parking available at Woodstock Farm. Pre-registration required for transportation: https://www.gabrielsartkids.com/spooktacular.html
October 26
Get your creative juices flowing at Stones Throw Brewery’s annual Crave a Beer, Carve a Pumpkin!
Enjoy a fun-filled day of beer, pumpkin carving, and community spirit as we prepare for the annual downtown Historical Fairhaven Trick-or-Treating. Pumpkins and carving tools will be provided. Bring your friends and family to carve pumpkins that will be illuminated from October 26th through Halloween night where we hand out candy to the little ones and quench the thirst of the grown-ups.
Voting for your favorite pumpkins will be open from Saturday, October 26th to Thursday, October 31st. Don’t miss your chance to cast your vote! Also, come dressed in your costume on Halloween, and you’ll receive a dollar off on all your pints!
October 26
Come show off your costumes to Taylor dock and the boardwalk! Show us your sea witch, water warlock, monster from the deep, or whatever weird costume you can find in your closet! Get featured on CBC's IG and help us carry on this wicked tradition!
This is an open-boating event. $15 - per person to participate with any type of CBC broomstick! $5 - if you BYOB (Bring your own boat...eghm excuse me, broomstick.)
We will have a guide on the water and will paddle out together as a group. Use a CBC paddle board, kayak or rowboat, or bring your own! CBC equipment will be first-come first serve. Aside from parading your wonderful costumes to the world, join us post-paddle for some warm beverages. Plus, we'll be taking plenty of pictures so you all get the social media content you deserve. Just don't forget to tag us!
All experience levels welcome! All ages welcome! **14 and under must be accompanied by a legal guardian*
October 27
Bring your costumed dog for a parade along (part of) Railroad Ave.
Howl-o-ween 2024 is hosted by Shake & Shine, and we will celebrate with music by the Mighty Bayou Opposums, costume contests, a photo booth, dog pastries, tricks and treats, and dog trivia. Proceeds will go to Shadow's Forever Friends.
October 31
Join us, if you dare, for a Historical Séance Experience presented by the Good Time Girls on Halloween Night! We’ll attempt the feats of illusion popular at the time, call upon famous spiritualists and skeptics alike and take a historical peak behind the crystal ball to uncover the secrets of the past and the science of speaking with the beyond.
Before the Séance begins, journey through the museum with a host of haunting experiences, and magical mysteries awaiting around every corner. We’ll be featuring Close Up Magic by John Walton in the Museum galleries, a complimentary snack bar and specialty cocktails, beer, and wine for sale sponsored by Gruff Brewing and Chuckanut Bay Distillery!
All ticket sales, drink sales, and donations will go to support SPARK Museum and Wonderlab! There will also be a prize for best costume so come dressed to impress!
