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About The Firefly Lounge - Bellingham
The Firefly Lounge in Bellingham was a beloved downtown venue known for its intimate setting and diverse lineup, from live music to comedy, open mic nights, burlesque, and drag shows. Located at 1015 N State St, this space has a storied history, transitioning from The Green Frog to a branding that nods to The Firefly identity. While the venue is listed as CLOSED in public records, this page preserves historical context and continues to guide fans and visitors toward nearby entertainment options, current venue offerings, and essential logistics for downtown Bellingham.
Parking in downtown Bellingham is typically paid, with convenient off-street options like the Commercial Street Garage (1300 Commercial) and the Railroad Pay Station Lot (1100 Railroad). For easy access, Whatcom Transportation Authority (WTA) GO Lines stop nearby, making it simple to reach The Firefly’s neighborhood from across the city. After exploring a show or event, consider staying at local hotels within walking distance, such as Hotel Bellwether or Holiday Inn Express Bellingham, or explore other downtown accommodations. For dining, a range of restaurants within a ~1 mile radius offer pre- or post-show options. We’ve got you with reliable, no-fuss guidance to help secure what you’re after in Bellingham’s lively arts scene.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 1015 N State St, Bellingham, WA 98225
- Venue type: small live‑music lounge/bar that hosted acts, comedy, open mics, burlesque and drag shows
- Opened: April 2018, taking over the space previously known as The Green Frog
- Closed: Permanently closed in May 2020 during the COVID‑19 shutdown; status listed as CLOSED by MapQuest
- Seating capacity and seating chart: public capacity and seating chart are not published; described as an intimate, small venue
- Notable events hosted: frequent live music shows, comedy/open mic nights, burlesque/drag, private events
- Parking: downtown Bellingham has paid parking; nearby off‑street options include the Commercial Street Garage (1300 Commercial) and Railroad Pay Station Lot (1100 Railroad)
- Transit: served by Whatcom Transportation Authority (WTA); GO Lines provide frequent service downtown and to nearby neighborhoods
- Nearby hotels: several downtown options (e.g., Hotel Bellwether, Holiday Inn Express Bellingham, Bellingham Lodge); walkable options exist within ~1 mile
- Renaming/demolition status: The Green Frog space has been described as living again with branding pointing to The Firefly Lounge; The Green Frog branding references the Firefly branding on acoustictavern.com