Visit Us!
We welcome visitors to the very first Bellinghamsters Adoption Center, nestled inside Hammy Headquarters in Bellingham, WA.
During your visit you can adopt a hamster plush of your own, browse our full collection of outfits and accessories, and discover other delightful Bellinghamster-themed gifts.
Book your visit by emailing info@thebellinghamsters.com
Weekend availability may vary depending on our traveling Adoption Center schedule.
Pop Up Schedule
Check out our upcoming pop up events and see which weekends we'll be available for you to come see us.
November 2025
- November 1-2 - Kumori Con, Portland Oregon
- November 8-9 - Oddmall Creepmas, Monroe Washington
- November 15 - Grit City Comic Con, Tacoma Washington
- November 16 - SHOP OPEN!
- November 22-23 - SHOP OPEN!
- November 28 - 30 - Geek Craft Expo, Seattle Washington
December 2025
- December 6-7 - SHOP OPEN!
- December 13-14 - SHOP OPEN!
- December 20-22 - Bellingham Makers Market-Holiday Market, Bellingham Wa.
Schedule subject to change. Please check back regularly for updates or contact us to confirm availability.
Plan Your Visit
Visits to the Bellingham Adoption Center are by appointment only. Please reach out in advance as I cannot guarantee last minute appointments, I may be traveling with my pop up adoption center. Appointments may overlap depending on group size.
For large groups and birthday visits, please email info@thebellinghamsters.com so we can be ready to welcome you.
Shop Address
1308 Meador Ave, Building C, Suite 101
Bellingham, WA 98229
When You Arrive
Building C is toward the back of the business center complex. The Adoption Center is in Suite 101, right next to Elements Hot Yoga Studio.
Look for the Hams in the window!
If the door is locked during your appointment time, just send a quick email to info@thebellinghamsters.com and you’ll be greeted shortly.(I may be in the back playing with plushies.)
Getting Here
Make a Day of It!
Your adventure doesn’t have to end once your adoption is complete. Bellingham is full of cozy cafés and charming shops, perfect for continuing your outing after your visit to the Adoption Center.
Here are a few Bellinghamster favorites around town:
• Biscuit loves going for adventurous strolls in Whatcom Falls Park.
• Pumpkin couldn’t live without Sandwich Odyssey or the sweet treats at Pure Bliss.
• Oreo, the plant lover, highly recommends The Garden Spot.
• Crumbs spends hours playing in the Ruckus Room.
• Nugget’s favorite stop is Sojourn Boutique, where humans can find fashion as fabulous as the Bellinghamsters’ wardrobe.
• Marshmallow adores Art & Happiness for all things crafty and magical.
Birthday Visits
Celebrating a birthday? The Adoption Center is honored to be part of your special day! Nothing makes a birthday brighter than welcoming a new friend.
The shop is perfect for the adoption experience, but it’s a little too cozy for a full birthday bash with cake and presents. Luckily, Bellingham has plenty of beautiful parks where you can enjoy cake, gifts, and hamster shenanigans to make the day unforgettable.
Bellinghamsters Shop FAQ
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What Payment Methods does the Shop take?
The Adoption Center accepts Card or Tap to Pay ONLY.
We are a cash free location for safety reasons.
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Can I tour the workshop?
The Adoption Center is the heart of the experience. Behind-the-scenes hamster magic is kept tucked away, but everything you’ll need for choosing and dressing your new friend is waiting for you.
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Will my appointment be private?
Appointments may overlap with another family of visitors. If you’re bringing a larger group, a quick message a few days ahead ensures the adoption experience is ready to welcome everyone comfortably. If you would like a fully private experience, let me know in your booking request, and I will make sure to accommodate you.
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Is everything online available in-store?
Yes! Everything available online can also be found in the shop. And sometimes you’ll discover brand-new items here before they appear at pop-ups or online.
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Will I find items here that aren’t online yet?
Absolutely! New outfits and designs always debut at the shop first. Visiting the Adoption Center is the best way to discover the latest looks before they appear anywhere else.
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Can we meet the giant hamster mascot?
The giant hamster mascot makes appearances for festive occasions and special celebrations. Keep an eye on Instagram for clues about the next time this larger-than-life friend will be out greeting visitors!
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Email Us At info@thebellinghamsters.com With Any Other Questions You May Have.