Eat Local Month

Eat in Bellingham & Whatcom County with a local lens

Join Sustainable Connections for a month-long celebration of local food and those who grow, raise, fish, make, and cook it to share with us! In 2025, our annual Sandwich Showdown is making its debut as part of Eat Local Month! Community members will have the opportunity to vote on sandwiches made with local ingredients from talented chefs all over NW Washington! Follow us on Facebook or Instagram to find out more about Eat Local events in Bellingham and beyond!

Vote for your favorite sandwich

Pro tip: Look for the fork on participating restaurant menus to find the local specials and you’ll be Eating Local First!

Whatcom County Farm Tour

The Whatcom County Farm Tour will be held on Saturday, September 13, 2025 from 10:00 AM-4:00 PM! Each of the 15 locations will offer a unique opportunity to meet the folks who grow and raise our food and learn more about how that food makes it from the farm to our plate. This self-guided event is FREE for all ages! Follow us on Facebook or Instagram to find out more about the Farm Tour – and more! Make sure to register!

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Celebrate Eat Local Month

Best Ways to Enjoy Local Food Near You

Farm to Table Trails

Check in, earn points, win prizes!

Eight loops invite you to savor the sights and sounds of beautiful Northwest Washington. On these trails, folks will enjoy bountiful harvests from u-pick berry farms, find the most decadent local cheeses, and visit markets and farm stands for local vegetables, fruit, meat, and fish.

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Local Markets

Find fresh food and support farmers!

Looking for a farmers market near you? We've got a handy list for you, including local food favorites as well as unique options like fish markets, cheese markets, and specialty food shops!

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