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Happy May!
We're enjoying the sunshine and daydreaming about all the exciting events coming up over the coming months. Whether you want to move your body, engage your creativity, or gather with community, we have something for you! Save the date for community events like Blaine's Spring Block Party on May 16th, the Comic Festival on June 13th and the Freedom Eve outdoor concert on July 3rd (with plenty of activities and events in between!)
Read on to see all the great things happening this month.
We can't wait to see you soon!
- BBBPRD2
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Blaine's Spring Block Party
Join us on May 16, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in downtown Blaine for a vibrant celebration honoring Asian & Pacific American Heritage Month. This year’s Spring Block Party includes live music and performances, Tiki Lounge, street fair, kids activities, beer garden, and more!
Saturday, May 16th, 2026
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: Peace Portal and H Street in downtown Blaine
Free & open to all.
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May Community Dinner
Join us for a warm and welcoming Community Dinner, open to everyone. Enjoy a delicious meal, connect with neighbors, and share in an evening of good food and good company. This is our last Community Dinner before we break for the summer (we will resume in September).
Thursday, May 21st, 2026
5-6:30 p.m.
Location: Blaine Community Center
763 G St.
Cost is by donation. Every contribution helps support future community meals and programs.
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Blaine's Comic Festival
Get ready for an action-packed day of imagination, adventure, and fandom at the Blaine Comic Festival! Join us at beautiful Blaine Marine Park for this free community celebration of all things nerdy and pop culture, featuring gaming tables, unique vendors, costume contests, and more. Whether you’re a superhero, wizard, gamer, or comic fan, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Saturday, June 13th, 2026
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: Blaine Marine Park, 272 Marine Drive
Free & open to all
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... Featuring the Superhero Fun Run!
Get ready to unleash your inner hero at the Superhero Fun Run, an in-person run like no other as part of Blaine's Comic Festival! Dress up as your favorite superhero and dash through an epic course filled with fun challenges and awesome vibes.
Saturday, June 13th, 2026
11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Location: Blaine Marine Park
Registration required; tickets available on Eventbrite.
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Freedom Eve
Join us at Freedom Eve for an epic outdoor music bash under the stars! Local favorite Brushpopper open the night, followed by the legendary Uncle Lucius. Bring your camping chairs, friends, and good vibes for a relaxed, outdoor concert experience you won’t want to miss. Plus, make it a full evening with dinner from local food trucks on site!
Friday, July 3rd, 2026
6-9 p.m.
Location: Blaine High School, 1055 H St. Cost: $25 per person; tickets available on Eventbrite.
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Beginner Friendly Spring Group Walks
Join our Activity Coordinator for beginner-friendly group walks this spring, the perfect way to explore our home! Bus leaves from Birch Bay Activity Center (7511 Gemini St.) at 9 a.m. unless otherwise noted. Please bring a lunch, snacks and water; pets not allowed. Cost is $5-$10 per person.
Hovander Homestead Park
Friday, May 1st, 2026
Time: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Northern State Ghost Town
Friday, May 8th, 2026
Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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Beach Explorations
Head to the Birch Bay State Park this summer to explore the beach!
Join us for Beach Walks to search for and identify marine life during low tide.
Or join us for Clamming 101 for informational classes about clamming, including rules, regulations, equipment and harvesting methods. (*Note, if you plan to harvest clams, you must have a current clamming license. Clamming may turn into a beach walk if shellfish harvest is closed.)
Free and open to all ages. In partnership with Friends of Birch Bay State Park.
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Summer Hikes
Join us to explore the trails of the Pacific Northwest this summer! Summer Hikes start May 22nd, and run through September. Hikes depart via bus from the Birch Bay Activity Center at 9 a.m. (unless noted.)
Cost is $5-$10; additional fees may apply depending on distance and parking. Registration for each hike required.
See our website for more info about each hike and to register.
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CLICK HERE to sign up for our YOUTH newsletter!
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Kids Summer Day Camp: Registration now open!
Get ready for an exciting summer in Birch Bay! Our Summer Day Camps are back, running Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. starting June 22 through Aug. 13. These camps are the perfect opportunity for your child to enjoy outdoor activities and make new friends. Scholarships available; contact info@bbbparkandrec.org for more info.
Summer Camp Location: Birch Bay Activity Center, 7511 Gemini St.
Ages 5-12
Cost: $195 per child per week, registration required.
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Want to stay in the loop on all our group fitness programs, activities and events?
CLICK HERE to sign up for our GROUP FITNESS newsletter!
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Registered Fitness Sessions
The next 6-week Registered Fitness Session starts on May 10th. These sessions are for those who want to stay consistent and build on movement week after week. There are three classes available this session: Vinyasa Yoga on Sundays, Strong Start on Tuesdays/Thursdays, and Momentum Lab on Tuesdays/Thursdays.
Click below to learn more about each of these classes or to register.
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NEW! Chair Yoga with Kelsey
Chair yoga is a gentle and accessible yoga style ideal for those who require a little more support but still want to improve strength, flexibility, and balance.
Thursdays from 1:45 to 2:30 p.m.
Location: Birch Bay Activity Center, 7511 Gemini St.
Cost: $5 per person.
Drop-in, no registration required.
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Class Highlight:
Roll & Renew with Carolyn
Roll & Renew is a gentle class that uses foam rolling, light mobility exercises, and stretching to help your body recover and move freely. You’ll ease tight muscles, improve flexibility, and support better posture, all while reducing stiffness and soreness. Perfect for all fitness levels, this session focuses on mindful movement to leave you feeling relaxed, refreshed, and renewed from head to toe.
Mondays at 10:30 a.m.
Location: Blaine Pavilion, 635 8th St.
Cost: $5 per person.
Drop-in, no registration required.
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POUND!
Get ready to rock your workout with POUND®, the cardio jam session inspired by drumming! Using Ripstix™ (lightly weighted drumsticks made just for exercise), this high-energy class transforms rhythm and movement into a full-body workout you’ll actually want to do.
Saturday, May 16th, 2026
9 a.m.
Location: Blaine Pavilion, 635 8th St.
Cost: $5 per person.
Drop-in, no registration required.
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Find all these programs and more on our website: www.bbbparkandrec.org
Questions?
Call/Text us: 360-656-6416
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