FALL PLAYBOOK 2025 | BELLINGHAM PARKS & RECREATION
Community Special Events
18
5th Annual
Santa 5K
at Cordata
Run, skip, or walk in our Santa-themed 5K at the fabulous
Cordata and Julianna Parks. Participants are welcome
to run as fast as humanly possible or take a stroll while
enjoying hot cocoa and chatting with family and friends.
Costumes are encouraged, but not required. Fun for
everyone with prizes given for the fastest times and other
festive categories. Registration includes a Santa hat too!
DAY/DATE: Saturday / December 20
TIMES: Check in begins at 10:00 am, race at 11:00 am
AGES: All ages
LOCATION: Cordata Park
COST: $15 thru Nov. 28; $25 Nov. 29-Dec. 17;
Kids 12 & under $10; Kids who roll are free!
COORDINATOR: Jim Pettinger
MIN: 100 / MAX: 400
Children's Holiday Market
Get ready for a whimsical winter wonderland at the
Children's Holiday Market! Join us for a day of festive
fun and creativity as little artisans and entrepreneurs
showcase their delightful gifts and goodies. This heart-
warming event celebrates the joy of giving and the
ingenuity of young minds and features tons of unique
gifts for friends, teachers and family.
DAY/DATE: Saturday / December 13
TIME: 10:00 am–2:00 pm
AGES: All
LOCATION: Bloedel Donovan Community Building
COST: Free to browse. Cost of items vary, so bring
small bills.
COORDINATOR: Jim Pettinger
MIN: 20 / MAX: 30 youth vendors
Bellingham Bay
Marathon
Come cheer on the finishers
of the 2025 Bellingham Bay
Marathon at Depot Market
Square. Admission is free!
Enjoy music, buy treats from
local food trucks, visit exhibitors and craft vendors.
The fun lasts until 4:00 pm on September 21st.
Polar Dip & Resolution
Walk/Run
Mark your calendars for Thursday, January 1, 2026.
All ages. Free event. Lake Padden West Entrance.
Meet in front of the bath house.
Walk/Run: 11:00 am; Dip: 12:00 pm sharp!
