What we’re about
LinuxFest Northwest (est. 2000), an annual Open Source event co-produced by Bellingham Linux Users Group, Information Technology department at BTC, Cascade STEAM, and Jupiter Broadcasting. LFNW features presentations and exhibits on free and open source topics, as well as Linux distributions & applications, InfoSec, and privacy; something for everyone from the novice to the professional!
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- LFNW 2025 Friday StrollFairhaven Stones Throw Brewery, Bellingham, WA
Welcome to LFNW 2025!
We begin the LFNW 2025 Festivities with a new addition to the weekend agenda: The Friday Stroll.
Join us on Friday April 25th from 2:30pm-5pm as we take leisurely walk - a stroll if you will - from Stones Throw Brewery to Boulevard Park in Fairhaven (South Bellingham) and back.
Agenda: Meet at Stones Throw at ~2:30pm and await folks to arrive. Set off for Boulevard Park at 3pm. Stop at Wood's Coffee at Boulevard Park for drinks, snacks, and a bathroom break. Relax and enjoy the park. Return to Stone's Throw Brewery for the LFNW 2025 Friday Social at 5pm.
Learn Together. Have Fun. Be Social. (Free!)
Please see the LinuxFest Northwest Website for detailed information regarding schedule, speakers, and Fest highlights, and the LFNW Blog for specific supporting information for LFNW 2025, including:
LFNW is a collaboration with Cascade STEAM! See the Cascade STEAM Meetup Page for more local STEAM events.
About LinuxFest Northwest:
LinuxFest Northwest is an annual Open Source event co-produced by Bellingham Linux Users Group, Information Technology department at BTC, Cascade STEAM, and Jupiter Broadcasting established in 2000. LFNW features presentations and exhibits on free and open source topics, as well as Linux distributions & applications, InfoSec, and privacy; something for everyone from the novice to the professional!
- LFNW 2025 Friday SocialFairhaven Stones Throw Brewery, Bellingham, WA
Welcome to LFNW 2025!
Following the Friday Stroll, we roll right into the Friday Social on April 25th from 5pm-7pm at Stones Throw Brewery in Fairhaven (South Bellingham) as we join them for their Bellingham Beer Week Block Party.
Learn Together. Have Fun. Be Social. (Free!)
No host. Thirsty? See the Stone's Throw Tap List. "BYO Food" options include Galley2Go (Fish & Chips) onsite and other nearby restaurants.
Please see the LinuxFest Northwest Website for detailed information regarding schedule, speakers, and Fest highlights, and the LFNW Blog for specific supporting information for LFNW 2025, including:
LFNW is a collaboration with Cascade STEAM! See the Cascade STEAM Meetup Page for more local STEAM events.
About LinuxFest Northwest:
LinuxFest Northwest is an annual Open Source event co-produced by Bellingham Linux Users Group, Information Technology department at BTC, Cascade STEAM, and Jupiter Broadcasting established in 2000. LFNW features presentations and exhibits on free and open source topics, as well as Linux distributions & applications, InfoSec, and privacy; something for everyone from the novice to the professional!
- LFNW 2025 Friday Game Night1-Up Lounge, Washington, WA
Welcome to LFNW 2025!
Following the Friday Stroll and Friday Social, we end the night with Friday Game Night on April 25th from 7pm-11pm (and beyond!) at 1-Up Lounge and Cardhaven in Fairhaven (South Bellingham).
Learn Together. Have Fun. Be Social. (Free!)
No host. Full menu available with light food and drinks.
Please see the LinuxFest Northwest Website for detailed information regarding schedule, speakers, and Fest highlights, and the LFNW Blog for specific supporting information for LFNW 2025, including:
LFNW is a collaboration with Cascade STEAM! See the Cascade STEAM Meetup Page for more local STEAM events.
About LinuxFest Northwest:
LinuxFest Northwest is an annual Open Source event co-produced by Bellingham Linux Users Group, Information Technology department at BTC, Cascade STEAM, and Jupiter Broadcasting established in 2000. LFNW features presentations and exhibits on free and open source topics, as well as Linux distributions & applications, InfoSec, and privacy; something for everyone from the novice to the professional!
- LFNW 2025 Saturday BreakfastDiamond Jim's Restaurant, Bellingham , WA
Welcome to LFNW 2025!
Our day kicks off with the Saturday Breakfast on April 26th from 7:00am to 9:00am at Diamond Jim's Grill. Prepare for the day of shared learning and socializing with a full stomach!
Learn Together. Have Fun. Be Social. (Free!)
No host. Full Menu Available.
Please see the LinuxFest Northwest Website for detailed information regarding schedule, speakers, and Fest highlights, and the LFNW Blog for specific supporting information for LFNW 2025, including:
LFNW is a collaboration with Cascade STEAM! See the Cascade STEAM Meetup Page for more local STEAM events.
About LinuxFest Northwest:
LinuxFest Northwest is an annual Open Source event co-produced by Bellingham Linux Users Group, Information Technology department at BTC, Cascade STEAM, and Jupiter Broadcasting established in 2000. LFNW features presentations and exhibits on free and open source topics, as well as Linux distributions & applications, InfoSec, and privacy; something for everyone from the novice to the professional!
