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Blaine Harbor Music Festival begins this weekend

Bellingham, WALocal News

The Blaine Harbor Music Festival returns to downtown Blaine from July 6 to July 12, offering a week of free concerts and educational opportunities for young musicians. The festival features award-winning artists from Whatcom County and beyond, providing workshops in music theory, jazz, and improvisation for participants ages 12 to 20. The highlight of the event is the Student Showcase Spectacular on July 11 at the Blaine Performing Arts Center, where students can showcase their skills. The festival wraps up on July 12 with student performances and a street fair at the G and H Street plazas, fostering community engagement. This initiative supports the local music scene and encourages the development of young talent.

The festival not only entertains but also educates, ensuring the longevity of musical culture in the region. For further details, interested individuals can visit blaineharbormusicfestival. org.

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