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Ring of Fire & Hope is one of Birch Bay’s most meaningful New Year’s traditions—an evening of reflection, connection, and hope as we light the shoreline together. While the Birch Bay Chamber helps spread the word and offers a limited number of complimentary flares (thanks to Bay Center Market!), this is a community-led tradition that […]

The Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Blaine Birch Bay Park and Recreation District 2 and Bellingham Whatcom County Tourism, is forging ahead with its GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ attempt for the largest Polar Bear Dip set for New Year’s Day, January 1, 2026, along the stunning shoreline of Birch Bay, Washington. Over the […]

PLEASE NOTE! Due to the ever changing and unpredictable weather conditions and possible 30+ MPH gusts expected we have decided to pivot our event tomorrow. Instead of Trick-or-Treat on the Berm, we will Trick-or-Treat in the Gym at the Birch Bay Activity Center. We are thankful for the team at Blaine-Birch Bay Park & Recreation […]

Polar Plunge Registration is open now! Become one of the first to register for our history-making attempt at a World Record for the largest Polar Bear Dip on New Year’s Day!   Register early to secure your spot, and once you take the plunge you’ll be entered to win fun prizes!   Please note: This […]

♠️♦️ Last Poker Run of the Summer! ♣️♥️ Get ready to deal yourself in! The next Birch Bay Poker Run is happening on Saturday, August 23rd as part of Derby Day, and we’d love for you to join us for this fun, free, community event. Walk, bike, or golf cart to participating Birch Bay businesses to collect playing […]

🦆Get Your Ducks for the Birch Bay Ducky Derby – August 23rd, 2025🦆 The Birch Bay Ducky Derby is back on Saturday, August 23rd, 2025 with the duck release happening around 5:30 PM! 🏁🦆 For just $5 per duck, you’ll be entered for a chance to win prizes for 1st through 10th place—and even last place! All proceeds benefit Friends of the Birch Bay Library. 👉 Ducks must […]

Join us for National Night Out – Birch Bay on Tuesday, August 5th from 5–7 PM at Birch Bay Beach Park!   👮‍♂️👩‍🚒 Our Neighborhood Deputy Joel Douglas has pulled together an incredible lineup of agencies and vehicles for you to explore! Get up close with:   🚔 Border Patrol – Blaine Sector 🚓 Washington […]

🎲 Birch Bay Poker Run – Friday, July 25th, 2025 🦀 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM Get ready for a fun-filled evening of cruising the bay, collecting cards, and aiming for the best hand in town! The Birch Bay Poker Run is back and better than ever! Whether you ride a bike, drive a golf […]

🏖️🚗 Heading to the Sand Sculpture Competition or Rollback Weekend Car Show? Let WTA take the wheel! 🗓 Saturday & Sunday, July 26–27, 2025 📍 Catch the WTA Shuttle from convenient stops around Birch Bay straight to the action at Birch Bay Beach Park! 🚌 Shuttle Stops Include: ✅ American Legion ✅ Birch Bay Village ✅ BB Dr. @ Clubhouse Dr […]