Many organizations and businesses in Bellingham and Whatcom County offer meeting rooms and event spaces. This list is meant to help you get started on your search for the perfect space for your event. Below you’ll find a range of prices, options, and locations.
Bellingham High School Theatre
This is a fabulous venue for large community events and celebrations (when school isn’t in session). You’ll need to create an account to inquire about availability.
Bellingham School District Facility Rentals
Bellingham Public School facilities are provided by the public and should be made available to the community for use when practical and such use does not conflict with the operations of the district.
Bellingham Technical College
Bellingham Technical College offers spaces for lots of event needs, including conferences, seminars, weddings, award ceremonies, and business meetings. Free parking and free Wi-Fi are included.
Bellingham Unitarian Fellowship
Local church Bellingham Unitarian Fellowship has several options for renting space for meetings, parties, trainings, and almost any type of social gathering.
Bellingham Whatcom County Tourism
This organization keeps a comprehensive list of venues in Bellingham and throughout Whatcom County. Scroll down the page to download a printable list of hotels and transportation options.
Firehouse Performing Arts Center
The Firehouse Studio is available for rent for classes, workshops, and performances.
Mount Baker Theatre
This historic venue has a diverse set of event spaces, from a small classroom to a theatrical main stage with seating for over 1,500 people.
Parks & Recreation Department / City of Bellingham
Bellingham Parks & Rec includes a list of facilities, including indoor spaces, park pavilions and picnic shelters. Highlights include Woodstock Farm and Depot Market Square.
Port of Bellingham
Port of Bellingham Meetings and Events Department rents rooms of varying sizes in locations in Bellingham and county-wide, including the beautiful Cruise Terminal and Squalicum Boathouse.
Presence Studio
Presence Studio is a flexible 2,000 square foot open space for a variety of classes, workshops, and events.
Sehome High School Theatre
The drama department at Sehome High School recently built this state-of-the-art performance space. Create an account with Bellingham Schools to reserve this space.
WECU Education Centers
WECU offers two Education Centers that are available for FREE to nonprofits. The meeting facilities can accommodate up to 125 people, depending on location.
Western Washington University
Beautiful Western Washington University offers a large number of event facilities. A range of event needs and options appropriate for various uses are available in these well-equipped event spaces.
Whatcom Community College
Our local community college offers a range of state-of-the-art facilities for rent.
Whatcom County Library System
Almost every Whatcom County Library System location offers unique spaces available for public use. Not finding availability? These are often in use by the Library (they’re in high demand!).
Whatcom County Parks & Recreation
The County Parks and Recreation Department offers a wide variety of event spaces throughout the county. Choose the “Reservable” menu on the left to narrow in on exactly what you’re looking for.
Whatcom Museum
Historic Whatcom Museum offers unique and memorable settings like Old City Hall and the Lightcatcher building for weddings, receptions, celebrations, musical performances, and more!