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About Shakedown Bar

Shakedown Bar is a lively downtown live music venue and bar located at 1212 N State St, Bellingham, WA 98225. Adjacent to The Racket Bar & Pinball Lounge, Shakedown hosts a diverse range of indie and touring acts in a flexible space that leans toward standing room, with occasional upstairs balcony seating. The venue seats roughly 150 people, with capacity varying up to about 200 depending on configuration. It’s a great spot to catch intimate performances in a welcoming, no-fuss setting—think of us as your friend with the inside track on tickets and show details.

Whether you’re a local or visiting the Whatcom County area, we’ve got you covered with practical details on parking, transit, and nearby hotels and dining. When you’re ready to secure your seats, we’ll guide you through the process and help you pick the best option for your night out.

Shakedown Bar is easily accessible from downtown Bellingham and serves as a hub for indie and touring music. Parking options include downtown paid garages and street meters, with guidance from the City of Bellingham on parking options. For those traveling by public transit, Whatcom Transit Authority (WTA) routes serve downtown, including Route 1 (Fairhaven/Downtown). If you’re staying overnight, consider nearby hotels like Holiday Inn Express Bellingham (4160 Meridian St), La Quinta Inn & Suites Bellingham (1063 W Bakerview Rd), and Best Western Lakeway Inn (714 Lakeway Dr). We’ve highlighted affiliate hotel and dining partners to help you plan a convenient stay. When you’re ready to purchase, we’ll help you secure your seats for the show you want at Shakedown Bar.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 1212 N State St, Bellingham, WA 98225.
  • Venue type: live music venue and bar; adjacent The Racket Bar & Pinball Lounge.
  • Capacity: about 150 (range ~150–200 depending on configuration).
  • Seating: no published seating chart; upstairs balcony seating exists at times; overall layout is flexible for standing room.
  • Parking: downtown parking with paid garages and street meters; see City of Bellingham parking guidance for options.
  • Transit: served by Whatcom Transportation Authority (WTA) fixed routes in downtown Bellingham; Route 1 (Fairhaven/Downtown) serves the area.
  • Nearby hotels: Holiday Inn Express Bellingham (4160 Meridian St), La Quinta Inn & Suites Bellingham (1063 W Bakerview Rd), Best Western Lakeway Inn (714 Lakeway Dr).
  • Notable events: hosts a variety of indie and touring acts; examples include Jackson & the Janks at The Shakedown.