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  • Canned Heat and Big Brother and the Holding Company Land at the Historic Everett Theatre May 29 — Two Bands That Played the Original Woodstock, on One Stage in Downtown Everett

    Canned Heat and Big Brother and the Holding Company Land at the Historic Everett Theatre May 29 — Two Bands That Played the Original Woodstock, on One Stage in Downtown Everett


    Q: When and where can I see Canned Heat and Big Brother and the Holding Company in Everett?

    Friday, May 29, 2026 at the Historic Everett Theatre (2911 Colby Ave). Doors open at 6:00 PM, show at 7:00 PM. General Admission $65, Senior/Military $60, Family Pack (3+ tickets) $55 each. Tickets and the official listing are at events.theatreconcertconsulting.com.

    If you have ever wished you could have been at Max Yasgur’s farm in August 1969, the Historic Everett Theatre is doing the next best thing this spring. On Friday, May 29, 2026, two of the original Woodstock bands — Canned Heat and Big Brother and the Holding Company — are sharing one downtown Everett stage for a single night, in a venue that has been hosting live music in this town since five years before the Wright Brothers flew at Kitty Hawk.

    The official ask from the box office is delightful: “Dress up in your favorite 60’s hippie gear.” The official price tag on the marquee event is reasonable: $65 General Admission, $60 Senior/Military, $55 Family Pack when you buy three or more. And the official venue is a 1901 opera house at 2911 Colby Avenue, two blocks off Hewitt, that has been quietly building one of the most interesting tribute and heritage-act calendars on the I-5 corridor.

    This is one to clear the calendar for. Here is everything you need to know.

    The Show: Two Headliners, One Night, Doors at 6

    According to the official Historic Everett Theatre listing for the event, here are the confirmed details:

    • Date: Friday, May 29, 2026
    • Doors: 6:00 PM
    • Show: 7:00 PM (event ends approximately 10:30 PM per the venue’s posted end time)
    • Venue: The Historic Everett Theatre, 2911 Colby Ave, Everett, WA 98201
    • General Admission: $65
    • Senior / Military: $60
    • Family Pack: $55 per ticket when buying 3 or more
    • Box office / tickets: events.theatreconcertconsulting.com (the official ticketing site for the venue)

    This is a co-headlining bill. Both bands are listed equally on the venue’s marquee, both are playing full sets, and both are being marketed as a tribute to Woodstock-era rock. The “Relive Woodstock 1969” subtitle is the venue’s own framing.

    The HeraldNet entertainment desk also flagged the show in their April 22, 2026 weekly preview, which is how a lot of folks in Snohomish County first heard about it. If you missed that one in the paper, this is your second look.

    Who Is Canned Heat in 2026?

    Canned Heat formed in Los Angeles in 1966 — roughly six decades ago, depending on which day you count from. They are not a tribute band. They are the band, with original member Adolfo “Fito” de la Parra still anchoring the kit as drummer, bandleader, and unofficial historian of the project. Per the band’s official bio published on the venue’s event page, the current touring lineup is:

    • Fito de la Parra — drums, bandleader (in his 58th year with the group)
    • Dale Spalding — vocals, harmonica, guitar (18-year tenure as of 2026; coming out of New Orleans, with a deep blues résumé)
    • Rick Reed — bass (joined four years ago after stints with Paul Butterfield, John Mayall, and the Chicago Blues Reunion)
    • Jimmy Vivino — lead guitar and vocals (best known for his 28-year run as guitarist, arranger, and music director for Late Night with Conan O’Brien; before that, a 20-year career playing with Al Kooper, Charlie Musselwhite, Michael McDonald, and many others)

    The catalog they are pulling from is genuinely iconic. Per the band’s official biography, their three signature worldwide hits are “On The Road Again,” “Going Up The Country,” and “Let’s Work Together.” They played the 1967 Monterey Pop Festival. They headlined the original Woodstock in 1969 — Canned Heat’s set notes from setlist.fm and the Woodstock archives confirm they took the stage Saturday, August 16, 1969 around 7:30 PM at sunset, ripping through “Going Up the Country” and closing with “On the Road Again” as the encore.

    What makes this stop interesting beyond the catalog: in 2024, Canned Heat released “Finyl Vinyl,” their first studio album in fifteen years. The venue’s listing notes the record put the band back on charts around the world and got named to multiple Top 10 Blues Albums of the Year lists. So when they hit the stage at Everett, they are not just running through the hits. There is a reason to bring fresh ears.

    Who Is Big Brother and the Holding Company in 2026?

    Big Brother and the Holding Company is the band that, more than any other, you associate with Janis Joplin’s voice cutting through the late 1960s. They wrote and recorded “Piece of My Heart,” “Summertime” (the Gershwin standard, reimagined as a haunted blues), “Ball and Chain,” and “Bye Bye Baby” — songs that defined a moment. They were Janis’s band. They played Monterey Pop. They played Woodstock. They were the hinge between San Francisco psychedelia and stadium rock.

    The band has continued touring since reforming in 1987. Per their official bbhc.com bio and the venue’s event listing, the current lineup centers on two original members: drummer/songwriter David Getz and bassist/songwriter Peter Albin — both of whom were on the records, both of whom were on the Monterey and Woodstock stages. They are joined on this run by Darby Gould on lead vocals (formerly of Jefferson Starship; she handles the Janis catalog, including “Piece of My Heart,” “Summertime,” “Down On Me,” “Ball and Chain,” “Me and Bobby McGee,” and “Mercedes Benz”) and Tom Finch on guitar.

    The venue’s listing for May 29 calls them “the original architects” of the songs and notes that the band continues to introduce new material alongside the catalog. That is the right framing. This is not a tribute act. This is the band — with the original rhythm section — performing songs they wrote.

    About the Venue: A 1901 Opera House Hosting Woodstock-Era Legends

    The Historic Everett Theatre opened on November 4, 1901 as the Everett Opera House. Per the venue’s history page and Cinema Treasures, it was originally designed to seat 1,200 — about a sixth of Everett’s entire population at the time. The building faces 70 feet along Colby Avenue near the intersection with Hewitt and fills a trapezoidal lot 119 feet deep. In its first decades it hosted Lillian Russell, Al Jolson, Eddie Foy and the Seven Little Foys, and George M. Cohan. A 1923 fire gutted the interior. The theatre was rebuilt and reopened in 1924 as the New Everett Theatre.

    Today the venue’s working capacity is approximately 800. It is one of the longest-continuously-operating performing arts venues in Washington State, and its 125-year heritage is exactly the kind of room a Canned Heat set was made for: hardwood floors, a real stage, a real audience, no festival mud.

    Address: 2911 Colby Ave, Everett, WA 98201. Two blocks off Hewitt Avenue. Walking distance to most of downtown.

    Should You Go? Yes. Here Is the Honest Take.

    This is a curated recommendation, not a press release. There are three reasons this show is worth clearing your Friday for:

    1. The age math is real. Fito de la Parra is in his 58th year with Canned Heat. David Getz and Peter Albin have been playing these songs since they wrote them. Co-headlining tours of bands of this vintage do not come through Everett every year. Most folks who want to see a Woodstock-era band live at this point are buying a Las Vegas residency ticket and a flight. This is a $65 ticket eight blocks from the Funko HQ.

    2. The venue is the right size. The Historic Everett Theatre’s ~800-seat configuration means you will actually hear the band, see the band, and feel the room. Canned Heat at a stadium amphitheater is a different experience than Canned Heat in an 1,200-original-seat opera house. Pick the room.

    3. The pricing is not a gimmick. General Admission at $65 with a Senior/Military rate of $60 and a Family Pack rate of $55 (when buying 3+) is fair-market for a co-headlining heritage-act bill. Ticketmaster resale on this kind of pairing tends to land north of $100. Buy direct from the venue and you are getting the real number.

    The room is going to lean older — many of the people in attendance are going to have first-hand memories of these songs on the radio in 1969. Bring earplugs anyway. Canned Heat’s current live mix is loud the way it is supposed to be loud.

    The “Dress Up in Your 60’s Hippie Gear” Thing

    The venue’s official event listing — including their meta description — leads with the line “DRESS UP IN YOUR FAVORITE 60’S HIPPIE GEAR.” This is not optional flair on the marketing; it is the actual ask. Everett does not get a lot of theme nights at this scale. If you have a fringed vest in the closet, this is its night.

    If you don’t, downtown Everett’s vintage shops on Hewitt have you covered. Bell-bottoms, a tie-dye, a headband, you are good to go.

    How to Buy Tickets

    Tickets are sold through the official venue ticketing site at events.theatreconcertconsulting.com under the Canned Heat with Big Brother and the Holding Company event listing. The three available ticket types as of publication:

    • General Admission — $65
    • General Admission Senior/Military — $60
    • Family Pack (3+ tickets) — $55 per ticket

    A small ticketing fee is added at checkout, per the venue’s standard. Do not buy resale; buy direct from the venue’s Tickible-powered store.

    The Bigger Picture: The Historic Everett Theatre’s Spring 2026 Calendar

    The Canned Heat / Big Brother bill is the headliner of a May calendar that has been quietly stacking up. The same week, the Historic Everett Theatre is also presenting:

    • May 1 — Red Karma (Taylor Swift Tribute)
    • May 8 — Richard Marx (After Hours Tour, Friday, the show we already covered separately)
    • May 9 — Corduroy: The Pearl Jam Experience
    • May 16 — Dana Gould (stand-up comedy, presented by Everett Comedy Night)

    For a 1901 opera house running 800-seat shows, that is a serious month. Canned Heat closes it out the night before Memorial Day weekend.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is this a tribute band or the original Canned Heat?

    This is the original Canned Heat. Drummer and bandleader Adolfo “Fito” de la Parra has been with the band since 1968 and is in his 58th year as of 2026. The current lineup also includes Dale Spalding (vocals/harmonica/guitar), Rick Reed (bass), and Jimmy Vivino (lead guitar — formerly the music director for Late Night with Conan O’Brien). Per the band’s official bio published on the venue’s listing, this is the touring lineup.

    Is this a tribute band or the original Big Brother and the Holding Company?

    This is the original Big Brother and the Holding Company, with original members David Getz on drums and Peter Albin on bass — both of whom played on the Janis Joplin–era records, the 1967 Monterey Pop Festival, and the 1969 Woodstock Festival. Lead vocals on this tour are handled by Darby Gould (formerly of Jefferson Starship), who covers the Janis catalog. Tom Finch is on guitar.

    What time does the show start?

    Doors open at 6:00 PM. Show starts at 7:00 PM. The venue’s posted end time is approximately 10:30 PM.

    Where is the Historic Everett Theatre?

    2911 Colby Avenue, Everett, WA 98201. Two blocks west of Hewitt Avenue, in the heart of downtown Everett.

    How much are tickets?

    General Admission is $65. Senior/Military is $60. Family Pack (when buying 3 or more tickets in one order) is $55 per ticket. A small ticketing fee is added at checkout.

    Is there assigned seating?

    The venue’s listing offers General Admission tickets for this event, meaning seating is first-come, first-served within the 800-capacity room. Arriving close to doors at 6:00 PM is recommended for sight lines.

    What should I wear?

    The venue’s official event listing requests that attendees “dress up in your favorite 60’s hippie gear.” This is encouraged but not enforced. Tie-dye, fringe, bell-bottoms, headbands, and 1960s-era denim all welcome.

    Will Canned Heat play “On The Road Again” and “Going Up The Country”?

    The band’s current set list pulls from their full catalog of three worldwide hits — “On The Road Again,” “Going Up The Country,” and “Let’s Work Together” — alongside material from their 2024 album Finyl Vinyl, which was their first studio release in fifteen years and earned multiple Top 10 Blues Albums of the Year placements. Specific setlist for the Everett date has not been published in advance.

    Will Big Brother and the Holding Company play the Janis Joplin–era songs?

    Yes. Per the band’s official bio, lead vocalist Darby Gould performs the Janis catalog including “Piece of My Heart,” “Summertime,” “Ball and Chain,” “Down On Me,” “Me and Bobby McGee,” and “Mercedes Benz.” The venue’s listing specifically names “Piece of My Heart,” “Summertime,” “Ball and Chain,” and “Bye Bye Baby” as part of the show.

    Is the Historic Everett Theatre accessible?

    The Historic Everett Theatre is a 1901-built opera house with 1924 reconstruction. For specific accessibility questions including ADA seating and accessible entrances, contact the venue directly via the box office number listed on theeveretttheatre.org.

    Are food and drinks available at the venue?

    Concession options at the Historic Everett Theatre vary by event. Check the venue’s FAQ at theatreconcertconsulting.com/frequently-asked-questions for current concession details.

    Bottom Line

    Two of the bands that defined the late-1960s American rock canon — both with original members on stage, both with current studio material to back the catalog — are co-headlining one night at a 1901 opera house in downtown Everett for $65 a ticket on Friday, May 29. This is the kind of show Everett used to drive to Seattle to see. On May 29, Seattle is going to be driving here.

    Get the tickets. Wear the fringe. Show up at 6.

  • Richard Marx’s After Hours Tour Lands at the Historic Everett Theatre May 8 — And This Friday Night Is Already Running Out of Seats

    Richard Marx’s After Hours Tour Lands at the Historic Everett Theatre May 8 — And This Friday Night Is Already Running Out of Seats

    Richard Marx — yes, that Richard Marx, the guy who held down the top of the Billboard Hot 100 in the late ’80s like it was his personal lease — is bringing his After Hours Tour into the Historic Everett Theatre on Friday, May 8, 2026 at 7:30 PM. One night. One of the most historically loaded rooms on Colby Avenue. And according to Bandsintown’s listing for the show, ticket availability is already down to a sliver.

    If you came up on “Right Here Waiting” on the car radio, if “Hold On to the Nights” was your slow-dance song, if “Endless Summer Nights” is permanently wired into your summer memory — this is the kind of show that only makes sense to skip if you truly hate joy. It is also, genuinely, one of the more unexpected bookings Everett has landed this spring.

    Here is everything worth knowing before you click buy.

    The Show at a Glance

    • **Who:** Richard Marx — five-time No. 1 Billboard hitmaker, After Hours Tour
    • **What:** Richard Marx live, supporting his January 2026 jazz-infused album After Hours
    • **When:** Friday, May 8, 2026 — 7:30 PM
    • **Where:** Historic Everett Theatre, 2911 Colby Avenue, Everett, WA 98201
    • **Tickets:** Official box office and links through everetttheater.org and theeveretttheatre.org; also listed on Bandsintown
    • **Availability:** Bandsintown’s listing for the Everett date showed very limited inventory remaining at time of publish

    If you have ever talked yourself out of a show because “we’ll grab tickets closer to the date” — do not do that here.

    Why This Booking Is a Big Deal for Everett

    Let’s zoom out for a second. The Historic Everett Theatre is not a 5,000-seat amphitheater. It is an intimate, roughly 800-seat room with 1901 opera-house bones — a building that’s been hosting touring artists since vaudeville was the dominant American art form. An artist with Richard Marx’s catalog — the kind of catalog that would sell out rooms five times the Everett Theatre’s size in bigger markets — playing a venue this small and this historic is the entire reason we keep telling people to watch this theater’s calendar.

    Between this booking, Canned Heat with Big Brother and the Holding Company on April 29, Trio Los Panchos on May 7, and Corduroy’s Pearl Jam tribute on May 9, the Historic Everett Theatre is quietly putting up one of the most stacked weekends in its modern concert history. Richard Marx on a Friday and a tribute to Pearl Jam the very next night in the same 1901 room — that’s not an accident of scheduling. That’s a room that’s been carefully programmed by people who know what they’re doing.

    About the After Hours Tour

    After Hours is Richard Marx’s jazz-infused studio album, released January 16, 2026. According to Marx’s interview with Billboard and his official tour site, the record was cut entirely live with a 24-piece ensemble — full takes, no studio patchwork, the way jazz records used to be made. The album’s lead-up singles included:

    • **”Big Band Boogie”** featuring saxophonist Kenny G
    • **”All I Ever Needed”** — a jazz-infused ballad featuring trumpeter Chris Botti
    • **”Magic Hour”** — co-written with Marx’s wife, Daisy Fuentes

    The tour officially kicked off April 16, 2026 and moves through Australia, the United States, the United Kingdom, and Canada through the year, including headline stops at Red Rocks and the London Palladium. Marx is also joining Rod Stewart for select dates on Stewart’s tour, and the two released a duet version of “Young at Heart” in 2026.

    The Everett Theatre show sits in a tight West Coast run. According to the official tour site, it is sandwiched between the Elsinore Theatre in Salem, Oregon (May 9) and the Holly Theatre in Medford, Oregon (May 10) — meaning Everett is the northernmost stop on that West Coast swing. This is the room and the date for the Puget Sound region. There is no closer option.

    What to Expect from the Setlist

    Tours built around a new jazz record still tend to honor the hits. On Richard Marx’s recent runs, the setlist has braided the new After Hours material with the songs everyone in the theater actually came to hear: “Right Here Waiting,” “Hold On to the Nights,” “Endless Summer Nights,” “Hazard,” “Satisfied,” “Should’ve Known Better,” “Now and Forever.”

    Here’s the career footnote worth appreciating while you’re there: according to his Wikipedia entry and Billboard’s own historical chart data, Richard Marx is the only male artist in history whose first seven singles all reached the top five of the Billboard Hot 100. That is an absurd statistic. That is a “you were extremely good at this” statistic. Sitting in a theater built in 1901 watching the guy who did that perform them live with a band — that’s the kind of thing you tell people about at work on Monday.

    Historic Everett Theatre: The Quick History

    If this is your first time inside the Historic Everett Theatre, here’s the context that makes the night hit harder:

    • **1901** — Opens as the Everett Opera House, hosting opera, vaudeville, and legitimate theater. Early-20th-century performers to grace the stage included Lillian Russell, Al Jolson, Eddie Foy and the Seven Little Foys, and George M. Cohan.
    • **1923** — A fire tears through the building, destroying the interior and collapsing part of the front wall.
    • **1924** — Rebuilt and reopened as the 1,200-seat New Everett Theater.
    • **2000–2004** — Restored to its current form. The room now operates as a classic movie screen, concert venue, and stage-production house, seating roughly 800.

    In other words: the same room that hosted Al Jolson in the 1910s is hosting Richard Marx on May 8. That lineage is not a marketing line. It is the physical building. That matters.

    Getting There + Logistics

    • **Address:** 2911 Colby Avenue, Everett, WA 98201
    • **Start time:** Doors typically open an hour before showtime; show at 7:30 PM
    • **Parking:** Colby Avenue street parking plus nearby downtown Everett garages — the Everpark Garage is one of the closest options for downtown events
    • **Box office / ticket links:** everetttheater.org and theeveretttheatre.org both route to the official ticketing. Show is also listed on Bandsintown for tracking
    • **Food and drink before the show:** Downtown Everett’s Hewitt Avenue is a four-minute walk. Tony V’s Garage, Lucky Dime, the restaurants along the Colby/Hewitt corridor — any of them will put you inside the theater well before the 7:30 curtain

    The Honest Verdict

    If you are the kind of person who already has tickets, you didn’t need this article. You’ve known for weeks.

    If you are the kind of person who wasn’t paying attention — this is your nudge. Five No. 1 Billboard hits. A brand-new jazz record cut live with a 24-piece ensemble. A 125-year-old theater that Al Jolson once played. Tickets already showing as limited availability. A Friday night in Everett.

    It is not complicated. Go.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Q: What time does Richard Marx go on at the Historic Everett Theatre?

    A: The show is scheduled for Friday, May 8, 2026 at 7:30 PM. Doors typically open around an hour before showtime.

    Q: Where is the Historic Everett Theatre located?

    A: The Historic Everett Theatre is at 2911 Colby Avenue, Everett, WA 98201, in downtown Everett.

    Q: Are tickets still available for Richard Marx in Everett?

    A: At time of publication, Bandsintown’s listing for the Everett date showed very limited inventory remaining. Check everetttheater.org, theeveretttheatre.org, or Bandsintown for the current availability — this show may already be sold out by the time you read this.

    Q: What tour is this show part of?

    A: This is Richard Marx’s After Hours Tour, supporting his January 2026 jazz-infused album of the same name. The Everett date sits in a West Coast run between Salem, Oregon (May 9) and Medford, Oregon (May 10).

    Q: Will Richard Marx play his old hits or just new jazz material?

    A: Based on setlists from the tour, Marx is braiding material from the new After Hours album with his catalog of Billboard hits including “Right Here Waiting,” “Hold On to the Nights,” “Endless Summer Nights,” and “Hazard.”

    Q: How big is the Historic Everett Theatre?

    A: The current seating capacity is roughly 800 seats. That makes this show an unusually intimate setting for an artist of Richard Marx’s commercial stature.

    Q: Is the venue all-ages?

    A: The Historic Everett Theatre hosts all-ages concerts as a general rule. Verify at the box office if you’re bringing younger family members.

    Q: What’s the best place to eat before the show?

    A: Downtown Everett’s Hewitt Avenue corridor is a short walk. Tony V’s Garage, Lucky Dime, and the Colby/Hewitt dining cluster all work if you want to grab dinner and walk to the theater.

  • If You Missed Emo the First Time, Everett’s Bringing It Back — EMO Prom Lands at Tony V’s Garage May 30

    If You Missed Emo the First Time, Everett’s Bringing It Back — EMO Prom Lands at Tony V’s Garage May 30

    When and where is the EMO Prom at Tony V’s Garage?
    My Chemical Fauxmance presents The EMO Prom at Tony V’s Garage, 1716 Hewitt Ave in downtown Everett, on Saturday, May 30, 2026, from 8:00 PM to 11:30 PM. Tickets are sold through Eventbrite.

    If you spent any part of the mid-2000s drawing lyrics on your Chuck Taylors, this one’s for you. On Saturday, May 30, 2026, Tony V’s Garage turns 1716 Hewitt Avenue into a full-on time machine: My Chemical Fauxmance is throwing The EMO Prom, and on paper it might be the most purely fun night the downtown Everett music scene has on its spring calendar.

    The tag line from the organizer is, as it should be, unsubtle: “a night full of nostalgia, tears, and epic tunes.” Black eyeliner is not required, but it is extremely encouraged.

    The show at a glance

    • Date: Saturday, May 30, 2026
    • Time: 8:00 PM – 11:30 PM
    • Venue: Tony V’s Garage, 1716 Hewitt Ave, Everett, WA 98201
    • Host / band: My Chemical Fauxmance
    • Tickets: Eventbrite (search “My Chemical Fauxmance Presents The EMO Prom”)
    • Refund policy: Refunds available up to 7 days before the event, per the Eventbrite listing
    • Ages / bar policy: Tony V’s runs both 21+ and all-ages (bar with ID) nights; check the Eventbrite listing for this specific show’s designation

    Three and a half hours is a real commitment from a tribute-format band, which tells you exactly what kind of night this is. This isn’t a set and a soundcheck. This is a theme party with a live soundtrack — somewhere between a prom, a karaoke bar, and a Warped Tour flashback, all compressed onto the dance floor of the best small music room in downtown Everett.

    Why this show matters for the Hewitt Ave scene

    Tony V’s Garage has quietly become one of the most consistently interesting live music rooms north of Seattle, and that’s not a small claim. In the last few weeks alone, the venue has stacked a Tsunami Bomb all-ages punk show, an all-female Black Sabbath tribute, a night with Tony Foresta of Municipal Waste, and an Altered 90s tribute set on its calendar. This is a bar on Hewitt that will book Fall Out Boy tributes, actual hardcore legends, rock-and-roll burlesque, and emo prom nights on back-to-back weekends — and the crowd shows up for all of it.

    The EMO Prom fits that pattern perfectly. It’s themed, it’s social, it’s designed to fill the room, and it leans into the part of live music that Tony V’s does better than any other spot in Everett: it gives people a reason to show up together, in costume, ready to sing every word.

    If you haven’t been, a quick orientation: Tony V’s is a 21+ and all-ages dual-use rock room on Hewitt with a long bar along one wall and a sightline to the stage that’s surprisingly good even when the room is packed. Tickets sell through Eventbrite or at the door, and the venue’s own FAQ is blunt about it: don’t buy off secondary markets; they can’t help you if something goes wrong.

    What to actually expect from an “emo prom”

    Let’s be honest about the bit. My Chemical Fauxmance is, by name, a My Chemical Romance–forward tribute project. Emo Prom nights in the broader DIY touring circuit typically pull from the same handful of 2005–2012 anthems every serious fan can recite in their sleep: MCR, Fall Out Boy, Paramore, Taking Back Sunday, Jimmy Eat World, Dashboard Confessional, All Time Low, Panic! At The Disco. Exact setlist hasn’t been publicly posted yet, and we’re not going to invent one for you — but if you grew up on any of that era, you’re in the target demographic and you already know what songs are going to wreck you when the chorus hits.

    The “prom” framing is the point. Dress the part. Bring a date — or don’t, emo nights are extremely fine alone. Take one good photo before the mascara gives up. That’s the night.

    A few things worth knowing before you go

    • Get there early. Tony V’s recommends arriving early for good sightlines, and themed nights like this one historically sell faster as the date approaches.
    • Will call is at the door when doors open. Print the ticket or pull it up on your phone.
    • The bar is separate from the all-ages floor on mixed-age nights — pay attention to the Eventbrite designation for this specific show.
    • Parking on Hewitt is street meters plus the Everpark Garage a few blocks away. Plan a ride home if you’re drinking.

    What else Tony V’s is running around this show

    If EMO Prom isn’t your exact speed but the Tony V’s model is, there’s more on the spring calendar worth circling:

    • UNVEILED – A Rock Show for Change is listed on the venue’s Eventbrite for Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 8 PM. The organizer is framing it as a benefit-style rock night; we’d suggest confirming the cause and lineup directly on the Eventbrite listing before you buy.
    • Altered 2ks with Centuries (a Fall Out Boy tribute) hits the stage Saturday, June 6, 2026 at 8 PM — so if you want to extend the 2000s pop-punk reenactment one more week past the EMO Prom, the venue is already set up for it.
    • Polkadot Cadaver and Angry Toons play a Thursday night slot on June 11, 2026 — a real left turn from the tribute-night crowd and worth the detour if you like your rock heavier and weirder.

    That three-show stretch, plus the EMO Prom itself, is a pretty complete picture of what Tony V’s Garage does when it’s at its best: a mix of themed nostalgia nights, working tribute acts, and genuinely off-center touring bands, all landing on the same Hewitt Avenue floor.

    The take

    EMO Prom is one of the easiest recommendations we’ve had to make all month. It’s themed, it’s affordable, it’s local, it’s at the right venue, and the ceiling on “how much fun is this going to be” is basically set by how committed the room gets. Based on every other theme night Tony V’s has thrown in the last year, that ceiling is high.

    Put Saturday, May 30 on the calendar. Find the black jeans. We’ll see you on Hewitt.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the EMO Prom at Tony V’s Garage?

    It’s a themed live music night presented by My Chemical Fauxmance at Tony V’s Garage in downtown Everett on Saturday, May 30, 2026, running from 8:00 PM to 11:30 PM. The event is billed as an emo-era nostalgia party with a live performance.

    Where is Tony V’s Garage?

    Tony V’s Garage is at 1716 Hewitt Avenue, Everett, WA 98201, in the heart of downtown Everett’s bar and music corridor.

    How much are tickets to the EMO Prom?

    Tickets are sold through Eventbrite. Exact pricing may vary by tier, and service charges apply to online purchases per Tony V’s official policy. Check the official Eventbrite listing for current pricing.

    Is the EMO Prom 21+ or all-ages?

    Tony V’s Garage hosts both 21+ and all-ages (bar with ID) shows, and each Eventbrite listing specifies which format a given show follows. Check the EMO Prom Eventbrite page for the age policy on this specific night.

    Who is My Chemical Fauxmance?

    My Chemical Fauxmance is a themed tribute-style act built around My Chemical Romance and adjacent emo-era material. They’re the billed performer and producer of the EMO Prom night at Tony V’s Garage.

    What time do doors open?

    The event page lists the start at 8:00 PM. Tony V’s recommends arriving early for good sightlines. Will-call tickets are available at the entrance once doors open.

    What should I wear to an EMO Prom?

    The organizer’s own language: “black eyeliner and Converse sneakers.” Anything 2005–2012 emo-era is on-theme — band tees, skinny jeans, studded belts, messy side-parts. Prom formalwear with an emo twist works too.

    Are refunds available?

    Per the Eventbrite listing, refunds are available up to 7 days before the event. Tickets are otherwise non-refundable and non-transferable per Tony V’s Garage policy.

  • Antwane Tyler, Fretland, and Racyne Parker Land at APEX May 2 — And This Snohomish-Grown Lineup Is Worth Clearing Your Saturday For

    Antwane Tyler, Fretland, and Racyne Parker Land at APEX May 2 — And This Snohomish-Grown Lineup Is Worth Clearing Your Saturday For

    The short version: Antwane Tyler — the trailblazing Black country artist Snohomish has been quietly claiming for a few years now — headlines Kings Hall at APEX Everett on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. Openers are Racyne Parker and, in a rare Pacific Northwest appearance, Snohomish’s own Fretland. It’s 21+. It’s arguably the most “from-right-here” country bill APEX has programmed to date. Go.

    Every once in a while a single lineup reminds you that the Snohomish County music scene isn’t riding on anyone else’s coattails. Saturday, May 2, at Kings Hall inside APEX Everett, three artists who have shaped what “Pacific Northwest country-Americana” sounds like in 2026 are stepping onto the same stage — and two of them came up inside a 15-minute drive of the venue.

    Here’s why the show matters, who these artists are, and why you should be the one in the room instead of the friend who sees it on Instagram the next morning.

    The headliner: Antwane Tyler

    If you’ve been paying attention to Washington country at all, you’ve run into Antwane Tyler. Born in Tacoma, adopted into the Monroe area as a kid, and now operating out of Snohomish, Tyler has spent the last few years quietly (and then not so quietly) carving out a voice that nobody else in the genre has. He grew up on the Johnny Cash–Waylon Jennings side of the family record collection, then picked up hip-hop in his teens, and the music he makes today isn’t a compromise between those two worlds — it’s a fusion that actually works.

    His single “Homesick” is the calling card. It went viral on TikTok and streaming, picked up Locals Only love from 107.7 The End, and earned him a King 5 spotlight that (refreshingly) didn’t spend the whole segment treating him like a novelty. The song was inspired by the grandfather who handed him his first guitar at eight years old, and Tyler tells that story without flattening it into a marketing bio.

    He’s also, to date, one of the only Black country artists consistently touring Washington’s small-to-mid-size rooms. That’s not a press angle — it’s a thing that matters, especially when a room like Kings Hall at APEX hands him a 7:30 p.m. headline slot.

    The rare-return opener: Fretland

    The part of this bill the country nerds are already texting each other about: Fretland. Led by Hillary Grace Fretland (yes, that’s actually her name), the Snohomish-based four-piece has been one of the most critically adored Americana acts to come out of Washington in the last five years. Billboard, American Songwriter, The Boot, No Depression — they’ve all gone to bat for Fretland’s fragile, leaf-strewn alt-country sound.

    They released their self-titled debut in May 2020 (timing that tested anyone’s career plans) and followed it with a second full-length a couple years later. Since then, live Fretland shows in the Pacific Northwest have become increasingly rare. The APEX announcement specifically flags this as a “one-night-only special appearance” and a “rare opportunity to see her live in the PNW again.” If you’ve been waiting for Fretland to play a hometown-adjacent room again — this is literally that.

    For anyone who hasn’t heard them: imagine the emotional weight of Phoebe Bridgers with the country bones of Kacey Musgraves and a little of Lord Huron’s atmosphere on top. They are the kind of band that makes a 300-person room go completely silent. In Kings Hall’s 800-ish capacity with good sightlines? It’s going to hit.

    The rising third: Racyne Parker

    Slotting in between Antwane Tyler and Fretland is Racyne Parker, a Klamath Falls, Oregon native who spent time in Denver before relocating to Seattle in 2024. Her debut full-length, Will You Go With Me?, came out in 2025 and was produced by Nashville’s Randall Kent. Parker writes from the side of country music that sits comfortably between Miranda Lambert’s storytelling and the more literary Noah Kahan / Lord Huron end of the folk spectrum — which is to say, she slots onto this bill like she was mailed to order.

    If you aren’t already familiar with her, an APEX show is exactly the right way to introduce yourself. Parker plays rooms this size well — enough stage presence to hold attention, and enough songcraft to earn the quiet between songs.

    The venue: Kings Hall at APEX

    A quick word about where this is happening, because Kings Hall deserves the context. APEX Everett opened inside a historic building at 1611 Everett Avenue, and the main performance room — Kings Hall — sits on the third floor with a capacity around 800. It’s one of the more architecturally interesting live music rooms to open in Snohomish County in a decade, and programmers there have been unusually deliberate about booking regionally-rooted acts alongside bigger touring names.

    A country-Americana triple-header like this — headlined by a Washington artist, with two more Washington-based (or Washington-adjacent) acts underneath — is exactly the kind of programming that justifies the Kings Hall project.

    The details you actually need

    • Show: Antwane Tyler with Special Guests Fretland + Racyne Parker
    • Date: Saturday, May 2, 2026
    • Showtime: 7:30 p.m.
    • Venue: Kings Hall at APEX Everett, 1611 Everett Avenue, Everett, WA 98201
    • Age: 21+
    • Tickets: Via Ticketmaster or through the APEX Everett events page — lock them in before week-of, because the Fretland-return angle is quietly going to move tickets
    • Heads up: Kings Hall is on the third floor of a historic building. Dress like a human who is going to be standing for a few hours in a venue with character.

    Why this one stands out

    Everett’s calendar is thick in May. First Friday at Schack Art Center is happening the night before. Tony V’s Garage has its usual packed weekend. The Historic Everett Theatre will have something booked on Colby. But this is the show where you are not going to be able to replay the exact lineup later — the Fretland appearance is the kind of thing that, five years from now, somebody is going to mention they caught and you’re going to wish you’d been there too.

    Antwane Tyler is building something. Fretland doesn’t play the PNW much anymore. Racyne Parker is at the point in her arc where people will still be able to say they saw her in an 800-person room. APEX programmed the bill that put those three pieces together on a Saturday night — three miles from Snohomish, five miles from Monroe, and fifteen steps from where Hewitt Avenue starts getting fun.

    Clear your Saturday. It’s worth it.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Who is playing at Kings Hall at APEX Everett on May 2, 2026?
    Antwane Tyler headlines, with Fretland and Racyne Parker as special guests. Showtime is 7:30 p.m., and the event is 21+.

    Where is Kings Hall at APEX Everett?
    Kings Hall is located on the third floor of APEX Everett at 1611 Everett Avenue, Everett, WA 98201.

    Is the APEX Everett May 2 show all ages?
    No. The Antwane Tyler show on May 2, 2026 is a 21+ event.

    Who is Antwane Tyler?
    Antwane Tyler is a Washington-based country artist born in Tacoma, raised in the Monroe area after being adopted, and currently operating out of Snohomish. His single “Homesick” went viral across streaming and TikTok. He is one of the most visible Black country artists consistently touring Washington venues.

    Is Fretland from Snohomish?
    Yes. Fretland is a four-piece Americana band based in Snohomish, Washington, led by Hillary Grace Fretland. They have been profiled by Billboard, American Songwriter, The Boot, and No Depression. Their May 2 APEX appearance is being promoted as a rare PNW live date.

    Where can I buy tickets?
    Tickets are available through Ticketmaster and via the APEX Everett official events page. Because of Fretland’s rare PNW appearance, tickets are moving faster than a typical APEX night — buy early rather than at the door if the show is a priority.

    What is the capacity of Kings Hall at APEX?
    Kings Hall seats / accommodates roughly 800 people, making it one of the larger mid-size live music rooms in Snohomish County.

  • Hood Canal South Regional Beat — Hama Hama Oyster Rama Returns April 18–19

    Hood Canal South Regional Beat — Hama Hama Oyster Rama Returns April 18–19

    Two weeks from now, one of Hood Canal’s most beloved celebrations makes its long-awaited return — and it’s worth circling on your calendar right now. 🦪

    The Hama Hama Oyster Rama is back on April 18 & 19 (noon–6pm both days) at Hama Hama’s legendary beach farm in Lilliwaup, WA — after a seven-year hiatus since 2019. This is a genuine tidal celebration: guided tours with intertidal ecologists and oyster growers, u-pick oysters and clams straight from the Hood Canal flats, a Shuckathalon shucking competition, live music, local beer and wine, kids’ activities, and food vendors showcasing the best of Hood Canal’s incredible seafood culture. Ticket proceeds benefit the Hood Canal Education Foundation and local charities.

    Entrance tickets are $45 for adults (16+), kids 15 and under get in free. If you want to harvest your own shellfish to take home, grab the u-pick pass ($85, includes 3 dozen oysters + 3 lbs clams). These events sell out — get your tickets now at hamahamaoysters.com. More details and event listing at explorehoodcanal.com. 🌊

    Event Details

    • Dates: April 18–19, 2026, noon–6pm both days
    • Location: Hama Hama Oyster Farm, 35846 N US Hwy 101, Lilliwaup, WA (Mason County, Hood Canal South)
    • Admission: $45 adults (16+), kids 15 and under free
    • U-Pick Pass: $85 — includes 3 dozen oysters + 3 lbs clams to harvest and take home
    • Activities: Intertidal ecology tours, Shuckathalon shucking competition, live music, beer/wine, food vendors
    • Tickets: hamahamaoysters.com — these sell out, book early
  • Tide and Timber: A Watch Page for Union, WA – Where the Music Never Really Stops – Cinematic Video Overview

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  • Tony V’s Garage Stacks Three Must-See Shows This Weekend — Your Complete Guide (April 17–19)

    Tony V’s Garage Stacks Three Must-See Shows This Weekend — Your Complete Guide (April 17–19)

    Q: What shows are at Tony V’s Garage this weekend in Everett?
    A: Tony V’s Garage (1716 Hewitt Ave, Everett, WA 98201) has three back-to-back shows April 17–19, 2026: Tsunami Bomb with Filthy Traitors and The Wreck’d (Fri, 8 PM, $17.85, all ages w/ID), Mistress of Reality all-female Black Sabbath tribute (Sat, 7 PM, $23.18), and RKL with Tony Foresta of Municipal Waste (Sun, 8 PM, $28.52). Tickets on Eventbrite.

    Most music weekends ask you to choose. This one doesn’t. From Friday through Sunday, April 17 through 19, Tony V’s Garage at 1716 Hewitt Avenue is hosting three completely different but equally compelling shows — a California punk reunion, an all-female Black Sabbath tribute led by a woman calling herself Madame Ozzy, and one of Southern California hardcore’s most storied bands on what might be their tightest lineup in decades.

    The Hewitt Avenue stage rarely gives you three back-to-back nights worth circling on the calendar. This isn’t one of those “pick the best night” situations — this is a full weekend that covers punk history, metal theater, and hardcore legend. Here’s everything you need to know about all three shows.

    Friday, April 17 — Tsunami Bomb with Filthy Traitors and The Wreck’d

    Show: 8 PM | Doors: 7 PM | Tickets: $17.85 | All ages with ID | 1716 Hewitt Avenue, Everett, WA 98201

    Tsunami Bomb was formed in the late 1990s in Northern California, and they spent the early 2000s doing something almost nobody in punk was doing at the time: centering keyboards as a lead instrument, leaning into goth atmosphere, and writing songs that landed somewhere between Bikini Kill and The Misfits with pop hooks sharp enough to cut. Rolling Stone called their 2002 album The Ultimate Escape one of the top 50 pop-punk albums of all time. That’s not throwaway praise.

    The band — featuring vocalist Kate Jacobi, keyboardist and co-founder Oobliette Sparks, bassist Dominic Davi, guitarist Andy Pohl, and drummer Gabriel Lindeman — reunited in 2015 and has continued pushing forward. Their 2019 full-length The Spine That Binds on Alternative Tentacles proved they hadn’t softened — they’d evolved. The band is back in the Pacific Northwest this spring for the first time in a while, and the Everett date is a cornerstone of the run. Supporting acts Filthy Traitors and The Wreck’d fill out a bill that promises a full night of local energy before the headliner even takes the stage.

    This is an all-ages show with ID required, which matters: Tony V’s doesn’t always go all-ages, and this one is worth bringing a younger sibling or a curious friend who’s never experienced a punk show done right. At $17.85, it’s also the most affordable night of the three — and arguably the most accessible entry point for anyone new to the venue or this corner of the punk world.

    Doors at 7 PM, show at 8 PM. Tickets at Eventbrite.

    Saturday, April 18 — Mistress of Reality: An All-Female Black Sabbath Tribute

    Show: 7 PM | Tickets: $23.18 | 1716 Hewitt Avenue, Everett, WA 98201

    There is a woman at the front of this band who goes by Madame Ozzy. That alone should tell you that Mistress of Reality is not playing the hits politely.

    Founded in 2002 and widely recognized as the world’s first all-female Black Sabbath tribute act, Mistress of Reality has been touring the Pacific Northwest and beyond for over two decades. This is not a novelty act. This is a band that has spent twenty-plus years perfecting the heaviest catalog in rock history, and they do it with a theatricality that the original band — at their peak — would’ve appreciated.

    Iron Man. War Pigs. Paranoid. N.I.B. The full Sabbath canon, played by musicians who genuinely understand what made those songs terrifying in 1970 — and why they still hit the same way now. The Saturday-night crowd at Tony V’s tends to get loud, and this bill should push that in the best possible direction. If you’ve ever wanted to experience the opening riff of “Black Sabbath” hit a room the way it’s supposed to, this is your night in Everett.

    Tickets are $23.18 via Eventbrite. Show starts at 7 PM — earlier than the other two nights, so don’t sleep on getting there.

    Sunday, April 19 — RKL (Rich Kids on LSD) with Tony Foresta of Municipal Waste

    Show: 8 PM | Tickets: $28.52 | 1716 Hewitt Avenue, Everett, WA 98201

    RKL — Rich Kids on LSD — doesn’t need a lot of introduction to anyone who came up on hardcore and skate-punk in the 1980s. Formed in 1982 in Montecito, California, they were part of the original nardcore scene, the Santa Barbara/Ventura County hardcore underground that shaped the sound of an entire generation of fast, loud, no-apologies punk. Their music has always sat at the intersection of raw speed and actual craft — they never just played fast; they played with precision inside the chaos.

    The current lineup brings together long-standing members Chris Rest, Barry Ward, Lil’ Joe Raposo, and Dave Raun with Tony Foresta of Municipal Waste handling vocal duties. That pairing is worth lingering on: Foresta is one of the best frontmen in modern thrash and crossover, and watching him run RKL’s catalog is something that works on every level. He brings a ferocity that matches the source material without trying to imitate the past.

    Sunday nights at Tony V’s are usually reserved for the diehards, and that’s exactly who this show is going to attract. At $28.52 it’s the highest ticket price of the three nights, and it’s the most justified. This is a band with decades of history and a vocalist who makes that history feel alive right now.

    Why This Weekend Is Worth Planning Around

    Three nights at Tony V’s isn’t unusual. Three nights this distinct — a melodic punk reunion with dual female leads, a theatrical heavy metal tribute led by Madame Ozzy, and a hardcore legend with one of crossover’s best voices — is something rarer. Each show has its own crowd, its own energy, its own reason to show up.

    Tony V’s Garage has been doing this for years: putting up bills that don’t require you to be a specific kind of music fan, stacking weekends that reward the people willing to come out on a Tuesday mindset on a Friday or Sunday. Hewitt Avenue has a specific electricity to it when the venue is firing, and this April 17–19 run is one of those weekends where the full stretch adds up to more than any single night.

    If you’re working with one night, Saturday’s Mistress of Reality is the one most likely to surprise you. If you have flexibility and you haven’t been to Tony V’s before, Friday’s Tsunami Bomb is the easy first recommendation — all ages, lower price point, three bands, and a headliner that earned that Rolling Stone nod fair and square.

    Tony V’s Garage is at 1716 Hewitt Avenue, Everett, WA 98201. Phone: (425) 374-3567. All tickets available through Eventbrite.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What time do doors open for Tsunami Bomb on April 17?

    Doors open at 7 PM for the April 17 Tsunami Bomb show at Tony V’s Garage. The show itself starts at 8 PM.

    Is the Tsunami Bomb show at Tony V’s all ages?

    Yes — the April 17 show is all ages with ID required. It is one of the few all-ages shows on the Tony V’s spring calendar.

    How much are tickets for each show this weekend?

    Tsunami Bomb (April 17): $17.85. Mistress of Reality (April 18): $23.18. RKL (April 19): $28.52. All tickets are available on Eventbrite.

    Where is Tony V’s Garage in Everett?

    Tony V’s Garage is located at 1716 Hewitt Avenue, Everett, WA 98201. You can reach the venue by phone at (425) 374-3567.

    Who is performing with RKL at Tony V’s on April 19?

    RKL’s current lineup includes long-standing members Chris Rest, Barry Ward, Lil’ Joe Raposo, and Dave Raun, with Tony Foresta of Municipal Waste handling vocal duties.

    What is Mistress of Reality?

    Mistress of Reality is widely recognized as the world’s first all-female Black Sabbath tribute band. Active since 2002, the group is led by Madame Ozzy and performs the full Black Sabbath and Ozzy Osbourne catalog with theatrical conviction.

    Who are the opening acts for Tsunami Bomb at Tony V’s?

    Filthy Traitors and The Wreck’d are supporting Tsunami Bomb on April 17 at Tony V’s Garage in Everett.

    Is Tony V’s Garage a good venue for punk shows?

    Tony V’s Garage on Hewitt Avenue is Everett’s primary live music venue for rock, punk, and metal. The venue holds several hundred people, has an attentive sound team, and consistently books nationally touring acts alongside strong local support.

  • MercyMe’s Wonder + Awe Tour Is Coming to Angel of the Winds Arena April 24 — Your Complete Guide

    MercyMe’s Wonder + Awe Tour Is Coming to Angel of the Winds Arena April 24 — Your Complete Guide

    Q: When is MercyMe playing at Angel of the Winds Arena in Everett?
    A: MercyMe performs at Angel of the Winds Arena in Everett, WA on Friday, April 24, 2026 at 7:00 PM. Special guest Tim Timmons opens the show. Tickets start at $48.

    Angel of the Winds Arena has had a big April — AEW Dynamite and Collision, Silvertips playoff games, and now, closing out the month in style, MercyMe brings the Wonder + Awe Tour to Everett on Friday, April 24 at 7:00 PM.

    For Christian music fans in the Pacific Northwest, this is the show of the spring. MercyMe is one of the most beloved acts in the genre, with a catalog that spans three decades and includes one of the best-selling Christian singles of all time. If you’ve been waiting for a large-arena experience with meaningful music and an electric crowd, April 24 is your night.

    Here’s everything you need to know.

    The Show: What to Expect

    MercyMe’s Wonder + Awe Tour is a full production — lights, sound design, and a setlist built around their biggest hits alongside material from their most recent work. These aren’t acoustic living-room shows. This is a proper arena production with a full band, designed to fill a venue the size of Angel of the Winds Arena.

    The Arena seats up to 10,000 for concerts, and the general seating layout means there’s a solid sight line from almost anywhere in the building. Whether you’re on the floor or up in the bowl, you’re going to hear everything clearly and see the full stage setup without straining.

    Special guest Tim Timmons opens the evening. If you’re not familiar with Timmons yet, he’s a singer-songwriter in the faith-based music world with a reputation for intimate, deeply personal live performances. Getting a full Tim Timmons set before MercyMe takes the stage is essentially getting two quality shows for the price of one — and for fans who discover him that night, it’s likely to be a new favorite artist found.

    About MercyMe

    If you’re new to MercyMe, here’s the short version: they’re a Christian contemporary band from Greenville, Texas, who have been making music since the mid-1990s. Their song “I Can Only Imagine” — released in 1999 — went on to become the best-selling Christian single of all time and eventually inspired a feature film of the same name in 2018.

    Lead singer Bart Millard has one of those instantly recognizable voices. The band has been touring consistently for nearly thirty years, and their live shows have a reputation for being both high-energy and deeply sincere — a combination that’s harder to pull off than it sounds. They’re one of those acts where even people who didn’t think they were fans walk out having had a genuinely moving experience.

    The Wonder + Awe Tour draws on their full catalog. Longtime fans can expect the classics they’ve loved for decades. Newer fans will hear where the band has taken their sound in recent years. Either way, you’re not leaving that arena without feeling like you got a proper show.

    Tickets: What You Need to Know

    Tickets for MercyMe at Angel of the Winds Arena on April 24 start at $48 and are available through multiple platforms:

    • Ticketmaster — primary seller, widest selection of seats
    • SeatGeek — often competitive on secondary market pricing
    • AXS — another primary option with good seat maps
    • VividSeats & Gametime — secondary market for sold-out sections

    A few things to keep in mind: the ticket limit is 8 per customer. No re-entry after leaving the venue. Outside food and beverages are not permitted inside the arena. Standard Angel of the Winds Arena policies apply throughout the evening.

    At $48 to start, this is reasonably priced for a full arena production. If you’re considering going, sooner is better — shows at the Arena tend to sell through once they get within two weeks of the date.

    Getting There: Angel of the Winds Arena

    Angel of the Winds Arena is located at 2000 Hewitt Ave in downtown Everett. If you haven’t been to a show there recently, it’s a well-run facility with parking options nearby and straightforward freeway access from I-5.

    For a 7:00 PM showtime, doors typically open around 6:00 PM — confirm the exact time on your ticket. Arriving a bit early gives you time to find your seats, grab something from the concession stands, and get settled before Tim Timmons kicks off the evening.

    Why This Show Matters for Everett

    One thing worth stepping back to appreciate: April at Angel of the Winds Arena has been remarkably diverse this year. Professional wrestling, WHL playoff hockey, and now one of the premier acts in Christian contemporary music. That’s the kind of event calendar that cities twice the size of Everett would be proud of.

    For families, for couples looking for a meaningful night out, for groups of friends who’ve been meaning to catch a live show — MercyMe on April 24 is a genuinely excellent option. The music connects, the production is professional, and Angel of the Winds Arena is one of the better live music settings in the Pacific Northwest for this kind of show.

    Don’t sleep on this one. Ten days from tonight, that arena is going to be full for a reason.

    Quick Reference

    • Date: Friday, April 24, 2026
    • Show time: 7:00 PM PT
    • Venue: Angel of the Winds Arena, 2000 Hewitt Ave, Everett, WA
    • Special guest: Tim Timmons
    • Tickets from: $48 (Ticketmaster, SeatGeek, AXS)

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What time does MercyMe start at Angel of the Winds Arena?

    Showtime is 7:00 PM PT on April 24. Doors typically open around 6:00 PM — confirm on your specific ticket.

    Who is opening for MercyMe in Everett?

    Tim Timmons is the special guest and opener for MercyMe’s Wonder + Awe Tour stop at Angel of the Winds Arena in Everett.

    How much are MercyMe tickets in Everett?

    Tickets start at $48 on Ticketmaster and SeatGeek for the April 24, 2026 show at Angel of the Winds Arena.

    Is MercyMe appropriate for families and kids?

    MercyMe shows are generally all-ages and family-friendly. Confirm any specific age restrictions directly with the venue for certain ticket sections.

    Where is Angel of the Winds Arena?

    Angel of the Winds Arena is located at 2000 Hewitt Ave, Everett, WA 98201 in downtown Everett.

    What is MercyMe’s most famous song?

    “I Can Only Imagine” — released in 1999, it became the best-selling Christian single of all time and later inspired a 2018 feature film. Expect it in the setlist.

  • Mason County Forest Festival 2026 Is June 5–7 in Shelton — Here’s What to Expect

    Mason County Forest Festival 2026 Is June 5–7 in Shelton — Here’s What to Expect

    Mason County Forest Festival 2026: The 81st annual Mason County Forest Festival takes place June 5–7, 2026 in Shelton, WA. The multi-day event includes the Paul Bunyan Grand Parade, a logging show and vendor showcase at Loop Field, carnival rides, live music, fireworks, and the Goldsborough Creek Run.

    Mason County Forest Festival Returns June 5–7 — Mark Your Calendar

    One of Mason County’s most beloved annual traditions is coming back this summer. The Mason County Forest Festival — in its 81st year — runs Friday, June 5 through Sunday, June 7, 2026 in Shelton.

    The festival celebrates Mason County’s rich timber heritage and has been a community cornerstone since 1945. It draws visitors from across the South Puget Sound region each year for a packed weekend of events.

    What’s at the Forest Festival

    The weekend centers around the Paul Bunyan Grand Parade — a Shelton tradition featuring floats, marching bands, community organizations, equestrian groups, and local businesses winding through downtown. A Family and Pet Parade traditionally precedes the main parade for younger participants.

    Other festival highlights include a Logging Show and Vendor Showcase at Loop Field featuring demonstrations of traditional forestry skills including log rolling and axe throwing. The Manke Fireworks Show caps off the main festival day with a spectacular evening display. Live music at the Rockin’ the Forest concert keeps the energy going before the fireworks.

    A carnival runs throughout the festival weekend with rides, games, and food vendors. The Shelton Car Show-Off, which benefits the Shelton High School NJROTC program, takes place Sunday.

    Goldsborough Creek Run — May 30

    The festival weekend officially kicks off early with the Goldsborough Creek Run and Walk on Saturday, May 30 — a Forest Festival tradition that starts on Shelton Valley Road and finishes on West Railroad Avenue in downtown Shelton. The run benefits the Mason General Hospital Centennial Guild and the Kristi Armstrong Memorial Scholarship. Multiple distance options are available.

    About the Mason County Forest Festival

    The first Mason County Forest Festival was held in 1945 to celebrate and promote the county’s timber industry. Mason County has deep roots in logging — from Michael T. Simmons’ first sawmill on Mill Creek in 1853 to the Simpson Logging Company’s growth in the 1890s. The festival has honored that heritage every year since.

    For more information and updates, visit masoncountyforestfestival.com.

    Frequently Asked Questions: Mason County Forest Festival 2026

    When is the Mason County Forest Festival 2026?

    June 5–7, 2026 in Shelton, WA. The Goldsborough Creek Run precedes the festival on May 30.

    Where is the Mason County Forest Festival held?

    In downtown Shelton, WA, with the parade on Railroad Avenue and the logging show and vendors at Loop Field.

    Is the Mason County Forest Festival free?

    Most festival events are free to attend. Carnival rides require ticket purchase. The Car Show-Off is free to spectators.

    How long has the Mason County Forest Festival been running?

    Since 1945 — the 2026 event is the 81st annual Forest Festival.


    Related: Mason County Forest Festival 2026: Complete Guide

  • Tony V’s Garage Has Two Big Nights Coming in April — Here’s Why Both Are Worth It

    Tony V’s Garage Has Two Big Nights Coming in April — Here’s Why Both Are Worth It

    Tony V’s Garage is Everett’s premier live music and events bar, located at 1716 Hewitt Avenue. Known for high-energy tribute acts and themed nights that draw crowds from across Snohomish County, Tony V’s is the anchor of downtown Everett’s nightlife scene.

    If you haven’t been to Tony V’s Garage lately, April is your month to fix that. Two very different shows are hitting the stage this month, and together they make the case that downtown Everett has as lively a music scene as anywhere in the Pacific Northwest. We’re talking about a full-on 80s new wave dance party on April 11 and a 90s nostalgia night on April 25 — both all-ages-friendly, both ticketed, and both the kind of nights that fill up before you get around to buying your ticket. Here’s everything you need to know.

    April 11: Nite Wave Brings the 80s Back to Hewitt Avenue

    Mark your calendar for Saturday, April 11. Nite Wave — billed as the Pacific Northwest’s ultimate 80s new wave tribute act — is bringing their show to Tony V’s Garage, and it’s the kind of night where you absolutely need to dress up.

    Nite Wave’s set list is a tour through the greatest decade in pop music history. We’re talking Depeche Mode, Duran Duran, The Cure, INXS, Tears for Fears, A-ha, New Order, and The Human League. If you grew up in the 80s, this is a living jukebox of your formative years. If you didn’t, it’s a masterclass in why new wave still sounds better than half of what’s on the radio today.

    The show runs from 8:00 PM to 11:30 PM, with doors opening at 6:00 PM. That gives you two full hours before the music starts to grab a drink, settle in, and find your spot on the dance floor — because there will be dancing. Tickets are $23.18 on Eventbrite, and given that Nite Wave shows tend to sell out, buying early is the smart move. The venue is Tony V’s Garage at 1716 Hewitt Avenue, Everett, WA 98201.

    Our honest take: this is a date-night show. The energy is high, the music is feel-good, and Tony V’s has a solid bar program to keep the night going. Get there early enough to snag a good table before the dance floor gets crowded — and yes, big hair and neon are always encouraged.

    April 25: Altered 90s Closes Out the Month with All-Ages Nostalgia

    Two weeks later, Tony V’s closes out April with a completely different vibe. Altered 90s rolls in on Saturday, April 25 for a night of reimagined 90s beats — and the key word here is all ages. This is a show you can bring the older kids to, or one you can attend without worrying about an age minimum at the door.

    The premise of Altered 90s is nostalgia with a twist — taking the hits of the decade and giving them a modern energy that makes them hit differently in a live setting. Think the soundtrack of your middle school and high school years, running through a set that keeps the crowd moving. The show kicks off at 8:00 PM and runs until 11:30 PM, same runtime as the Nite Wave show earlier in the month.

    Tickets for Altered 90s are $23.18 plus a $3 service fee — so budget around $26-27 all in. Grab them through Eventbrite or at the door if they’re still available. Given that this is an all-ages show with a broad appeal, it could draw a bigger crowd than you’d expect for a late-April Saturday.

    Our honest take: if you have teenagers in the house who are old enough to appreciate 90s music in a live setting, this is a genuinely great outing. It’s also just a fun night out regardless — the 90s produced an enormous amount of genuinely great music, and live tribute-style shows are one of the best ways to experience it without the nostalgia filter getting too thick.

    About Tony V’s Garage: Why It Matters for Downtown Everett

    Tony V’s Garage at 1716 Hewitt Avenue is one of the cornerstones of Everett’s downtown entertainment scene. Located on the same strip that includes some of the city’s best bars and restaurants, it’s become the go-to venue for live music events that skew toward tribute acts, themed nights, and high-energy performances that don’t require you to know obscure indie bands to have a good time.

    The venue’s programming philosophy is smart: book acts that have a built-in audience, give people a reason to dress up and commit to the night, and let the bar do the rest. It’s been working. Tony V’s has developed a loyal following in Snohomish County, and their shows regularly sell out when the booking is right. Both April shows — Nite Wave and Altered 90s — fall squarely in that category.

    For anyone who hasn’t visited recently: parking on Hewitt Avenue can get tight on weekend nights, so arriving early or planning to park a few blocks off the main strip is the smarter play. The venue itself is well-equipped for live shows, with good sightlines and a layout that lets you stay near the bar without losing sight of the stage.

    What Else Is Happening Around Downtown Everett in April

    If you’re building a full cultural night around one of these Tony V’s shows, there’s plenty else happening in downtown Everett this month. The Schack Art Center at 2921 Hoyt Avenue is running its Water Ways: Healing the Circle of Water and Life exhibition through May 16, 2026 — a visually striking show that explores art’s connection to water systems and climate. The Schack is open Tuesday through Saturday, 10 AM to 5 PM, and Sunday noon to 5 PM. It’s a ten-minute walk from Hewitt Avenue and a perfect pre-show stop.

    Every third Thursday of the month, Downtown Everett also hosts its rotating Everett Art Walk, hitting multiple galleries and venues in the heart of downtown. April’s Third Thursday falls on April 17 — it won’t overlap with the Tony V’s shows, but if you’re looking to make April a month of getting out into Everett’s cultural scene, the Art Walk is worth adding to your calendar.

    The Historic Everett Theatre on 2911 Colby Avenue — a venue that’s been part of Everett’s cultural fabric since 1901 — also has programming running through the month. Check their calendar at everetttheater.org for the latest show listings, as their schedule shifts frequently.

    How to Get Your Tickets

    Both Tony V’s shows are available on Eventbrite and through their own ticketing pages. Here’s the quick summary:

    • Nite Wave (80s tribute) — Saturday, April 11, 8:00 PM–11:30 PM. Doors at 6:00 PM. Tony V’s Garage, 1716 Hewitt Ave, Everett WA 98201. Tickets: $23.18. Search “Nite Wave Everett” on Eventbrite.
    • Altered 90s — Saturday, April 25, 8:00 PM–11:30 PM. Tony V’s Garage, 1716 Hewitt Ave, Everett WA 98201. Tickets: $23.18 + $3 fee. All ages. Search “Altered 90s Everett” on Eventbrite or AllEvents.

    Both shows have a no-refund policy once purchased, so make sure the date works before you buy. If you’re on the fence, we’d lean toward Nite Wave if you’re looking for the higher-energy, more costume-friendly night; Altered 90s if you’re bringing a mixed-age group or just want a more laid-back 90s vibe.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What time does Nite Wave start at Tony V’s Garage on April 11?

    Nite Wave starts at 8:00 PM on Saturday, April 11, 2026. Doors open at 6:00 PM. The show runs until 11:30 PM.

    How much are tickets for the April shows at Tony V’s Garage?

    Both Nite Wave (April 11) and Altered 90s (April 25) are priced at $23.18. The Altered 90s show has an additional $3 service fee when purchased through AllEvents, bringing it to approximately $26. Tickets are available on Eventbrite and AllEvents.

    Is the Altered 90s show at Tony V’s Garage all ages?

    Yes, the Altered 90s show on April 25 is listed as all ages. There is no age restriction specified for the Nite Wave show on April 11.

    Where is Tony V’s Garage in Everett?

    Tony V’s Garage is located at 1716 Hewitt Avenue, Everett, WA 98201. It’s in the heart of downtown Everett’s nightlife district on Hewitt Avenue.

    What bands does Nite Wave cover?

    Nite Wave’s set covers 80s new wave and synth-pop hits from artists including Depeche Mode, Duran Duran, The Cure, INXS, Tears for Fears, A-ha, New Order, and The Human League.

    What other arts events are happening in Everett in April 2026?

    In addition to the Tony V’s Garage shows, the Schack Art Center is hosting the Water Ways exhibition through May 16, the Everett Art Walk runs on the third Thursday (April 17), and the Historic Everett Theatre has ongoing programming throughout the month.