BELLINGHAM, Wash. – The biggest bocce tournament in the Pacific Northwest is coming to Whatcom County Saturday, April 21st. In the 16th Annual Bellingham Bay Bocce Tournament, 32 teams sponsored by businesses from around the state will battle for the championship at the Bellingham Sportsplex from 9:30am – 4pm.

Community members are encouraged to attend this free, family-friendly event that includes a Boundary Bay beer garden, a salmon BBQ, local vendors, a Kids Zone and more.

All proceeds from this event will benefit the Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center (WDRC) and their mission “to provide and promote constructive and collaborative approaches to conflict through mediation, training, facilitation and community education.” To find more info and a list of teams playing in the tournament, click here.

Estimated Event Timeline
9:30 AM – Doors open
10:00 AM – Round robin tournament
12:00 PM – Salmon BBQ lunch
1:00 PM – Single elimination tournament begins
3:30 PM- Championship match

Tom McNutt of Boccemon refereeing a close match. Photo Credit: Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center