Salute to Service Weekend, Featuring US Navy EA-18G Flyover Friday Night

Bells to Host Salute to Service Weekend, Featuring US Navy EA-18G Flyover Friday Night

Bellingham, WA – The Bellingham Bells are proud to announce a special “Salute to Service Weekend” featuring Military Appreciation Night on Friday, July 12th, First Responders Appreciation Night on Saturday, July 13th and Educators Appreciation Day on Sunday, July 14th. This event will feature a series of exciting activities, including a US Navy EA-18G flyover on July 12th and a US Border Patrol Helicopter flyover on Saturday, July 13th.

Military Appreciation Night will kick off Salute to Service weekend on Friday, July 12th. First Pitch is 6:35 p.m.

The night will include:

  • Pre-Game Ceremony: A tribute to service members, including a US Army initiation, the presentation of colors and the singing of the Canadian and American National Anthems.
  • US Navy EA-18G Flyover: A thrilling flyover by a US Navy EA-18G, showcasing the skill and precision of our naval aviators.

All current and former US Veterans will receive a FREE General Admission Ticket for July 12th when you show proof of past service at the box office. All guests arriving with you will receive 50% off. Your General Admission ticket may be upgraded to Grandstand seating for $4.

First Responders Appreciation Night will be on Saturday, July 13th.

The night will include:

  • Pre-Game Ceremony: A check donation to Folds of Honor from the Bells, Sound Beverage and Anheuser-Busch
  • US Border Patrol Helicopter Flyover: A pre-game flyover by US Border Patrol Helicopter.

All current first responders will receive a FREE General Admission Ticket for July 13th when you show ID at the box office (police, fire, EMT, healthcare). All guests arriving with you will receive 50% off. Your General Admission ticket may be upgraded to Grandstand seating for $4.

Educators Appreciation Night

Educators Appreciation Day will be on Sunday, July 14th.

Ticket Information

All current educators will receive a FREE General Admission Ticket for July 14th when you show your school ID at the box office (Educators, support staff and school administration workers only. Daycare, early education, school enrichment employees welcome. NO student IDs). All your guests arriving with you will receive 50% off. Your General Admission ticket may be upgraded to Grandstand seating for $4.

“We are honored to host the ‘Salute to Service Weekend’ and ‘Military Appreciation Night’ as a way to show our deep appreciation for the sacrifices made by many members in our community and their families,” said Stephanie Morrell, General Manager of the Bellingham Bells. “This is our opportunity to give back to those who have given so much for Whatcom County.”

Join us in celebrating and honoring all these special groups during the entire weekend. We look forward to seeing you at Joe Martin Field!

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