Doc Swinson’s Opening Act: Artist Showdown

Name: Doc Swinson’s Opening Act: Artist Showdown
Start: 2026-03-05
End: 2026-03-05
Location: Wild Buffalo House of Music

Five emerging Washington musicians take the stage for a live showdown in the final round of the Doc Swinson’s Opening Act Contest. Handpicked from nearly 200 submissions statewide, these finalists are playing for a coveted spot on the main stage at the 2026 Northwest Tune-Up bike + music festival. This is your chance to catch the next wave of Washington musicians—and help one earn their breakout moment.

Featuring performances from: Veronica North, Wasabi Samba, Henry Mansfield, Loveli and Waves Crashing. Bring your energy and pack the house: crowd reaction counts towards each band’s final score.

Plus, Doc Swinson’s cocktail specials and a 3-day VIP ticket giveaway to Northwest Tune-Up, July 10–12, 2026.

21+, free entry. Doors @ 7 PM. Show @ 8 PM.

Get your free tickets in advance. The venue will reach capacity.

Starts: March 05, 2026

Time: 7 - 11:30 p.m.

Admission: Free!

Location: Wild Buffalo House of Music
208 W Holly St., Bellingham, WA 98225

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Produced By: Northwest Tune-Up

Email: info@nwtuneup.com

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