Race Info

Packet Pickup Times and Locations

Saturday, September 20th, 2025
All Courses/Distances
Times: 1:00PM to 6:00PM
Location: Bellingham Cruise Terminal/Ferry Terminal

Sunday, September 21st, 2025
Marathon Only
Times: 6:00AM to 7:15AM
Location: Wex’liem Community Building – Lummi Nation, Bellingham, WA 98229

Sunday, September 21st, 2025
Half-Marathon, 10K, 5K Only
Times: 6:00AM to 9:30AM
Location: Depot Market Square 1100 Railroad Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225

Shirt quantities will be limited, so if you need to swap your size to one different than the size you entered during registration, you will need to do so after you finish your race, first come, first serve on race day 9/21.

Arrive Early: Plan to arrive at the pickup location with ample time to spare, especially if you’re coming from out of town.
Packet Pickup: Approach the designated pickup area to verify your registration. Have your confirmation email handy as a backup on the off chance that we can’t find your registration.
Collect Bib Number: You will receive your race bib, which includes your participant number and timing chip. This chip will track your race time accurately.
If you are changing race distances, please make sure to make the change at pickup by visiting the Info Booth.
Safety Pins: Don’t forget to grab safety pins to attach your bib securely to your clothing. Make sure to wear the bib front-facing, on your outermost layer of clothing.
There will be a limited quantity of 1,000 tote bags supplied by our presenting sponsor, PeaceHealth. First come, first serve, these will likely only be available on 9/20 at the Four Points By Sheraton Packet Pickup. Otherwise, you’ll need to supply your own bag for gear check.
Ask Questions: If you have any questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to ask the event staff or volunteers.

We’re thrilled that you’ve chosen to be a part of the Bellingham Bay Marathon! Remember to review the event’s official website, keep an eye out for your pre-race email with all the information and be sure to review the courses prior to race day so you are familiar with your route. You can view all the courses by CLICKING HERE.

We’ll see you at the start line! For any questions, email info@fizzeventsnw.com

PLEASE NOTE – If you are unable to pick up your packet in person, you may designate someone else to pick it up on your behalf. For safety and liability purposes, no transfers are allowed without express permission from the race management team by seeing the info booth. If you are caught racing with a bib that does not match the registration, you will be disqualified.

If you are picking up your race packet on race morning for the Half, 5K or 10K

Please arrive 45+ minutes early as we anticipate long lines. This will also give you time to park, navigate to the start/finish area, use the restroom and warm up for your race.

We recommend picking up your packet the day before at the Bellingham Cruise/Ferry Terminal (details above).

If you are picking up your packet for the Marathon on Race Morning

Your packet will be available at the MARATHON start line at the Wex’liem Community Building. Either take the shuttle (from the finish line) or get dropped off there, where you’ll find your race packet. Your shirt will be available after you finish, at the finish line near gear check.