Events in May 2026
2026-05-13
5:40 am: Punch Card Sale & Exchange–
2026-05-13The Whatcom County Ferry Division has scheduled multi-ride punch card sales and exchange opportunities for the second quarter of 2026:
- Wednesday, May 13: Punch card sales and exchanges, 5:40 a.m.–2:40 p.m.
- Wednesday, June 3: Punch card sales and exchanges, 5:40 a.m.–2:40 p.m.
All events will be held at the Lummi Island Ferry Office (island-side terminal).
When punch card sales and exchanges occur at the same event, riders should expect two separate lines: one for punch card sales and one for exchanges. If only one purser is available, punch card sales will be prioritized over exchanges.
Payments may be made by check, valid U.S. money order, or credit card. Cash is not accepted. Multi-ride punch card exchanges can only be completed in person at scheduled exchange events.
For more information, please contact the Ferry Division at ferry@co.whatcom.wa.us.
Ferry Office - Lummi Dock2026-05-14
12:00 pm: Ferry Fueling–
2026-05-14Ferry refueling is on alternate Thursdays, except when it conflicts with Holidays (check each month for details).
Schedule adjustments include:
- There is a double 12:00 p.m. run from Lummi Island to Gooseberry Point.
- The 1:00 p.m. run from Lummi Island to Gooseberry Point and the 1:10 p.m. run from Gooseberry Point to Lummi Island are eliminated.
- After the last posted run time, no additional runs will be made to clear the docks. Please plan accordingly.
2026-05-15
9:00 am: Qigong–
2026-05-15Qigong (/ˈtʃiːˈɡɒŋ/) is a system of coordinated body-posture and movement, breathing, and meditation said to be useful for the purposes of health, spirituality, and martial arts training. With roots in Chinese medicine, philosophy, and martial arts, qigong is traditionally viewed by the Chinese and throughout Asia as a practice to cultivate and balance the mystical life-force qi.
Qigong practice typically involves moving meditation, coordinating slow-flowing movement, deep rhythmic breathing, and a calm meditative state of mind. People practice qigong throughout China and worldwide for recreation, exercise, relaxation, preventive medicine, self-healing, alternative medicine, meditation, self-cultivation, and training for martial arts.
Grange - Hall / Inside2026-05-22
9:00 am: Qigong–
2026-05-22Qigong (/ˈtʃiːˈɡɒŋ/) is a system of coordinated body-posture and movement, breathing, and meditation said to be useful for the purposes of health, spirituality, and martial arts training. With roots in Chinese medicine, philosophy, and martial arts, qigong is traditionally viewed by the Chinese and throughout Asia as a practice to cultivate and balance the mystical life-force qi.
Qigong practice typically involves moving meditation, coordinating slow-flowing movement, deep rhythmic breathing, and a calm meditative state of mind. People practice qigong throughout China and worldwide for recreation, exercise, relaxation, preventive medicine, self-healing, alternative medicine, meditation, self-cultivation, and training for martial arts.
Grange - Hall / Inside9:30 am: BEPTO "Galaxy Gallop" Jogathon–
2026-05-22BEPTO's annual Jogathon fundraising event is open to the community. The goal this year is $4,000 to help BEPTO to continue to pay for field trips, support staff, events, programs and enrichments. Students work hard to get pledges and then run for 30 minutes per class. Please RSVP to the school if you are staying for the BBQ.
Beach School2026-05-27
6:00 pm: WCFAC Meeting–
2026-05-27The Committee provides reviews and recommendations to the Whatcom County Council and Executive on issues affecting the ongoing operations and infrastructure of the ferry service to Lummi Island.
The review includes proposed changes to ferry operations and fares, an annual review of the ferry fund, demands for and improvements to ferry services, and options for ferry replacement.
The Committee also provides a forum for those who depend upon the Lummi Island ferry service to voice their ideas and concerns about the ferry service.
General Meeting Info
The Whatcom County Ferry Advisory Committee (WCFAC) generally meets on the 4th Wednesday of the month, 6-8 p.m. (November & December dates adjusted due to holidays.)
Meetings are generally held at The Gathering Place, 3913 Legoe Bay Road, Lummi Island,
OR at the Whatcom County Public Works Department Office, 322 N. Commercial, Bellingham.Meetings are open to the public. Community members who attend may provide public comment on issues related to ferry issues on Lummi Island.
Refer to the meeting agenda for detailed meeting information.
Gathering Place2026-05-28
12:00 pm: Ferry Fueling–
2026-05-28Ferry refueling is on alternate Thursdays, except when it conflicts with Holidays (check each month for details).
Schedule adjustments include:
- There is a double 12:00 p.m. run from Lummi Island to Gooseberry Point.
- The 1:00 p.m. run from Lummi Island to Gooseberry Point and the 1:10 p.m. run from Gooseberry Point to Lummi Island are eliminated.
- After the last posted run time, no additional runs will be made to clear the docks. Please plan accordingly.
2026-05-29
9:00 am: Qigong–
2026-05-29Qigong (/ˈtʃiːˈɡɒŋ/) is a system of coordinated body-posture and movement, breathing, and meditation said to be useful for the purposes of health, spirituality, and martial arts training. With roots in Chinese medicine, philosophy, and martial arts, qigong is traditionally viewed by the Chinese and throughout Asia as a practice to cultivate and balance the mystical life-force qi.
Qigong practice typically involves moving meditation, coordinating slow-flowing movement, deep rhythmic breathing, and a calm meditative state of mind. People practice qigong throughout China and worldwide for recreation, exercise, relaxation, preventive medicine, self-healing, alternative medicine, meditation, self-cultivation, and training for martial arts.
Grange - Hall / Inside2026-05-30
6:00 pm: 5th Annual Honky Tonk–
2026-05-30Saturday May 30th, 2026, 6 to 10 pmThe Lummi Island Grange has scheduled the 5th Annual Honky Tonk;live music, food, adult refreshments & a fire pit in Alfs' Place. $5 suggested cover charge for adults.This is a family friendly event, minors must exit @ 9pm per WA State LCB regulations.More details to come...Grange - Inside & Alfs' Place