Procession of the Species

Name: Procession of the Species
Start: 2026-05-02T14:00:00-07:00
End: 2026-05-02T18:00:00-07:00
Location: Downtown Bellingham

Schedule

Sat May 02 2026 at 02:00 pm to 06:00 pm

UTC-07:00

Location

Downtown Bellingham | Bellingham, WA

🌿✨ Join the Magic: Procession of the Species Returns to Bellingham! ✨🌿
📅 When: May 2, 2025
📍 Where: Downtown Bellingham, WA
🎉 Parade Starts at 2 PM | 🎨 Festival at Maritime Heritage Park (2–6 PM)
Calling all nature lovers, artists, and community champions! The beloved Procession of the Species is back, and YOU’RE invited to be part of this vibrant celebration of art, ecology, and togetherness. Whether you’re marching in the parade, crafting a costume, or cheering from the sidelines, this day is all about joy, creativity, and our connection to the natural world.
🌈 How to Get Involved:
(All info and links at: Gabriel's Art Kids ) gabrielsartkids.com/procession-of-species-2026
1️⃣ JOIN THE PARADE 🦋
Create a wildlife-inspired costume, bring your family, and march with us! Registration is FREE and ensures updates on craft days, route details, and more.
🔗 Sign Up Here: Parade Registration https://form.jotform.com/250425244383150
2️⃣ BECOME A COMMUNITY PARTNER 🤝
Local businesses and organizations: Collaborate with us! Offer discounts, host a booth, or donate supplies. Let’s make magic together!
🔗 Partner Form: Community Partnership https://form.jotform.com/250285529665062
3️⃣ APPLY TO VEND (NEW THIS YEAR!)🏺
Calling all food trucks & artisan makers! For the first time ever, Procession of the Species 2026 is welcoming vendors at Maritime Heritage Park. Submit your interest now — spots are limited!
🔗 Partner Form: Vendor Application https://form.jotform.com/260766687117165
4️⃣ VOLUNTEER 🌟
Help bring this event to life! From craft days to parade logistics, we need your energy.
🔗 Volunteer Interest Form: Volunteer Here https://www.gabrielsartkids.com/gakcollab.html
🎨 FREE Family Craft Days:
Bring your creativity to our workshops and design your costume with us! Apply supplies provided, all ages welcome, no experience needed. RSPV Encouraged!
April 12 & 26 | 1–4 PM @ Maritime Heritage Park Pavilion
April 22 | 1-4pm @ GAK DuPont (Evening event!)
🔗 Craft Day RSVP
form.jotform.com/260766416221151
✨ Event Highlights:
Parade Route: Stroll through downtown Bellingham, begins at Ohio St. & Cornwall, ends at Maritime Heritage Park
Post-Parade Festival: Live performances, chalk art, wildlife education, vendors and more at Maritime Heritage Park.
Local Business Magic: Show off your costume at participating shops for discounts & treats!
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Organized by Gabriel’s Art Kids & COB Parks & Recreation. Supported by City of Bellingham lodging tax funds.
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