Chuckanut Bay Distillery is a unique wedding venue located in Bellingham, Washington. Stylish and welcoming in atmosphere, this one-of-a-kind destination is the perfect choice for you to celebrate all of your wedding festivities, including shower, rehearsal dinner, ceremony, and reception.

Facilities and Capacity

The majestic Chuckanut Bay Distillery building, located in the heart of historic downtown Bellingham, is vast and impressive, featuring an industrial-meets-historic vibe. Our 4,200 square foot Ballroom has capacity to accommodate up to 300 guests cocktail style, 240 reception only, and 160 for ceremony and reception. With an open floor plan that is bathed in natural light from a wall of windows, this enchanting space is reminiscent of ballrooms of a bygone era, with hints of our distinct Chuckanut Bay Distillery aesthetic. With a fully-equipped catering kitchen and expansive bar, this grand event space is the perfect venue for wedding ceremonies, receptions, and galas of all kinds. In addition to the Ballroom, the venue has multiple spaces for couples to utilize on their special day, including a private bridal suite and a rooftop bar with an expansive view of the city skyline and Bellingham Bay.

Services Offered

When hosting nuptials here, soon-to-be-weds will find that the onsite team will do their very best to ensure that the event runs smoothly. The venue can offer a get-ready suite and various rental items like tables, chairs, flatware, glassware, and more. Additionally, their selection of libations and alcoholic beverages is unmatched, with excellent offerings from their own distillery. They can also offer desserts, cake-cutting services, and servers to assist throughout the festivities.

History

The distillery building has a long rich history in Bellingham. It was originally built in 1905 as the Chamber of Commerce. During this tenure, it served as the central hub for downtown activities and home base for visiting dignitaries, including former President Taft. Between the 1940s and 1960s, it served as home for JC Penney. You can still see original signage in the basement from the original boy’s department. Chuckanut Bay Distillery acquired the building in 2017 and began an extensive renovation of the 20,000 square foot building to serve as home for the distillery’s production, tasting room, restaurant and bar, and event space.