We hope everyone has had an enjoyable summer, making the most of Bellevue's busiest season. As summer’s glow fades and we transition to the refreshing coolness of fall, it's the perfect time to get involved with upcoming festivals, events, and new opportunities. 

Thank you to everyone who supported the BellHop Launch! In its first week, BellHop transported 1,725 passengers, with a single-day peak of 260 riders. This success was mirrored online with 20 media articles, equating to $650k in media value, and 8,000 website visits, all while keeping an average wait time under 10 minutes. Check out the BellHop launch gallery to see the cars for yourself!

The renowned Northwest Chocolate Festival, hailed as North America's largest gathering of artisan chocolate makers and a global pinnacle for chocolate enthusiasts, proudly announces its move to Bellevue. Keep an eye out for special activations throughout the city and come see the chocolate making magic for yourself!

Welcome our new Destination Sales Manager, Marty McCormack! With over 30 years in hospitality, including roles at Marriott and Edgewater, Marty brings unmatched expertise. A Bellevue resident for 25 years, he's eager to collaborate with local hotels and Meydenbauer Center to help bring business to Bellevue. Connect with him for corporate and sports travel insights!

Bellevue is set to shine in the media spotlight this fall. We've scheduled three influential media visits for September, with more on the horizon. If your establishment has a distinctive feature or event, we encourage you to share. Together, we can showcase the best of what Bellevue offers.

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Startup & Small Business Coworking

August 18

Arts in the Garden

August 25-27

Bellevue Fashion Week

September 8-9

BrickCon 2023

September 9-10

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