Ferndale was established as a city in 1927 and has emerged as one of the most welcoming places in the country. It has a range of restaurants to suit any palate and budget - from diners, drive-ins, fine dining and more. There are several sports bars, breweries and beer halls for those who like their drinks. Ferndale is known to be an LGBT friendly city and hosts the annual Ferndale Pride which is a weekend extravaganza of street festival, alley parties, art shows and more. Some of the major events celebrated are the Pig & Whiskey - a summer ceremony to commemorate BBQ and whiskey, the Ferndale Dream Cruise which is a coveted classic car show. In short, Ferndale is a vibrant place to be in.