Live Music at the Acme Diner – Keith Howard

Join us for a great night of live music at the Acme Diner!

On Saturday, April 25th from 6–8 PM, we’re excited to welcome Keith Howard Music, a talented solo performer out of Anacortes, WA. Keith brings a wide-ranging set of acoustic favorites — From All the Decades.

With just guitar and vocals, Keith creates a relaxed, engaging atmosphere that’s perfect for a spring evening in the valley.

Event Details

Saturday, April 25th
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Acme Diner
No cover – free live music

What to Expect

Solo acoustic performance (guitar + vocals)

Music spanning multiple decades

Great food, cold drinks, and full bar

Family-friendly, laid-back atmosphere

Perfect for dinner, date night, or meeting up with friends

Make a Night of It

Come early for dinner, grab a drink, and settle in for an evening of live music and small-town charm. Whether you're a longtime local or just passing through, this is a great way to enjoy a spring night in Acme.

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Live Music at Acme Diner – Spring Nights in the Valley

Welcome the season with an evening of live music, great food, and good company at Acme Diner. Join us Saturday, April 4th as we welcome the talented Charlie Partin for an intimate indoor performance from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (and possibly a little later).

Enjoy Charlie’s soulful, raspy vocals and heartfelt storytelling — a compelling blend of raw country and Americana, delivered with a down-to-earth charm that fits perfectly with a spring evening in the valley.

Event Highlights

Live indoor performance by Charlie Partin

No cover charge — free live music for the community

Come early for dinner (kitchen open until 8 PM)

Milkshakes, ice cream, draft beer, and a full bar

Warm, welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere

Bring Friends & Make a Night of It

Gather your friends, bring the family, and enjoy a laid-back spring evening of live music, comfort food, and small-town charm. It’s the perfect way to spend a Saturday night in the valley.

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Live Music Inside the Acme Diner
Tom Sandblom – Solo Acoustic (Saltwater Cowboys)
Saturday, March 28 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Join us for an evening of live music inside the Acme Diner with Tom Sandblom, performing a special solo acoustic set in the bar area.

Tom is a songwriter and performer known locally as a member of Saltwater Cowboys, bringing authentic country roots and heartfelt storytelling to the stage. Growing up in a small town in the heart of Wisconsin’s cow country, his music reflects life, work, love, and the stories that come from the road.

This will be an intimate, family-friendly show inside the diner, making it the perfect Saturday evening outing.

Come for dinner, stay for the music.
Enjoy great food along with beer, wine, and our full bar while Tom performs.

Event Details
📅 Saturday, March 28
⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Inside the Acme Diner
2045 Valley Hwy
Acme, WA

Free show • Family friendly

Looking ahead:
The Acme Diner Beer Garden opens in May, when we’ll begin hosting outdoor live music all summer long.

Live Music at the Acme Diner – Spring Nights Done Right!

Welcome the season with an evening of live music, great food, and small-town charm at the Acme Diner.

Join us on March 14th from 6–8 PM for a live performance by Haley & the Haymakers, a local country band playing all over Whatcom County. Featuring lead singer Haley Holmes, lead guitarist Mark Williams, and Jacob Hoffman on cajón, their sound brings a fresh, energetic take on country with a laid-back, feel-good vibe.

Whether you're meeting friends, planning a date night, or just looking to get out and enjoy some live music, this is the perfect way to kick off spring.

Settle in for a cozy winter evening of live music, great food, and good company at Acme Diner. Join us Saturday, February 7, as we welcome the talented Charlie Partin for an intimate indoor performance from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM (and possibly a little later).

Enjoy Charlie’s soulful, raspy vocals and heartfelt storytelling — a compelling blend of raw country and Americana delivered with a down-to-earth, humble charm that fits perfectly on a winter night in the valley.

Event Highlights

• Live indoor performance by Charlie Partin

• No cover charge — free live music for the community

• Come early for dinner (kitchen open until 8 PM)

• Stay late for the music (until 9 PM, maybe later)

• Hot chocolate, ice cream, draft beer, and a full bar

• Warm, welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere

Location

Acme Diner
2045 Valley Hwy
Acme, WA

Date & Time

Saturday, February 7
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM (or later)

Bring Friends & Make a Night of It

Gather your friends, bring the family, and enjoy an evening of live music, comfort food, and small-town vibes. It’s the perfect way to spend a Saturday night in the valley.

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LIVE MUSIC AT ACME DINER
Saturday, January 31 | 7:00–9:00 PM
Inside the bar

Join us for a great night of local country music with JP Falcon Band, playing live at Acme Diner!

JP Falcon Grady is a Native American singer/songwriter originally from Browning, Montana and a proud member of the Blackfeet Nation.

He musically weaves stories with profound lyrics and melody and coupled with his stunning smooth voice.

Kick back with good food, cold drinks, and authentic tunes in an intimate bar setting. No cover—just good music and good company.

Bring your friends, grab a seat early, and support local music!

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Saturday, January 17, 2026 | 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM

In December 2025, longtime Sumas residents Tom and Mary Horn, along with their family, lost everything when devastating floods destroyed their home and belongings. At 90 years old, Tom and Mary are known throughout the community for their kindness, generosity, and willingness to help anyone in need. Now, our community has the opportunity to give back to a family that has spent a lifetime giving to others.

The Acme Diner is proud to host a community fundraising event to support the Horn family as they work to rebuild their lives. This will be an evening of live music, community connection, and generosity.

What to Expect

• Live music from local musicians donating their time
• Raffle items with all proceeds going directly to the Horn family
• A welcoming space to come together and show support

100% of all funds raised will go directly to the Horn family to help with clothing, furniture, and essential needs as they begin rebuilding.

Live Music Lineup

4:00–5:00 PM – Aspen Birchfield
5:15–6:15 PM – Havilah Rand
6:30–7:30 PM – Dakota Black
7:45–9:00 PM – Dust & Bone
9:00–10:00 PM – Haley and the Haymakers

Every donation—large or small—will make a meaningful difference. If you can’t attend, please consider sharing this event so others can help support the Horn family during this difficult time.

Come out, enjoy great local music, and help us show the Horn family the same kindness they have shown so many others.

Live Music at the Acme Diner with Charlie Partin – December 19, 2025

Get into the holiday spirit with a cozy night of live music, good food, and festive cheer at Acme Diner! Join us Friday, December 19, 2025, as we welcome the incredible Charlie Partin for an intimate indoor performance from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM (or maybe even a little later!).

Settle in and enjoy Charlie’s soulful, raspy vocals and heartfelt storytelling — a perfect blend of raw country and Americana with a down-to-earth, humble charm that feels right at home on a winter night in the valley.

Holiday Highlights
Live indoor performance by Charlie Partin
No cover charge — free live music for the community!
Come early for dinner (kitchen open until 8 PM)
Stay late for the music (till 9 PM, maybe even later!)
Hot chocolate, ice cream, draft beer, and a full bar
Warm, welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere
Festive holiday décor and small-town charm

Location
Acme Diner
2045 Valley Hwy, Acme, WA

Date & Time
Friday, December 19, 2025
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM (or later!)

Bring Friends, Family & Holiday Cheer
Join your neighbors and make an evening of it — share a meal, sip something warm, and enjoy live music that feels like Christmas in the valley. Invite your friends and help us fill the diner with good vibes and festive spirit!

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🎶 Live Music in the Beer Garden – BandZandt at Acme Diner 🎶
Saturday, September 27th, 2025 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Join us in the Acme Diner Beer Garden for an evening of high-energy, genre-blending music with BandZandt, the South Fork Valley’s own rock and blues powerhouse! Hailing from Whatcom County and performing together since 2006, BandZandt brings a dynamic mix of rock, blues, and eclectic sounds that get crowds moving and keep the good vibes rolling.

Often called “East County’s Favorite Dance Band,” their entertaining live shows are a local favorite, and you won’t want to miss this chance to catch them in an intimate outdoor setting.

🎸 Great music
🍻 Cold drinks from the bar
🌄 Mountain valley views
🪑 Don’t forget your lawn chairs!

All ages welcome. Come early for dinner, stay late for the show!

In the event of rain, the music will be rescheduled as the Acme Beer Garden is an outdoor venue.

Join us in the Acme Diner Beer Garden for an evening of food, drinks and live music with the Happy Accidents!

Happy Accidents blends blues, rock, folk & country into unique originals & tasty covers that get your toes tapping & your heart singing. Our sound is like a warm hug on a chilly day. Come dance with Us; you'll leave happy & that's no accident!

Mark your calendars, bring your lawn chairs, and we’ll see you in the Beer Garden!

In the event of rain, the music will be rescheduled as the Acme Beer Garden is an outdoor venue.

Schedule Update — This Fri 8/29!
🤠🎸 Monica & the Puppy Wranglers can’t make it, but we’ve got an amazing replacement: JADED LOVERS — homegrown country rockers bringing a boot-stompin’ good time to the Acme Diner Beer Garden!

Expect classic country gems from Buck, Merle, Willie, Waylon, Dwight (and more), plus country line-dance favorites and a few rock dance bangers to keep the party moving. 💃🕺

Bring your lawn chairs, come hungry & thirsty, and get ready for a big night of country!
📍 Acme Diner Beer Garden — Acme, Washington
📅 Friday, Aug 29

Tag your dance crew and we’ll see you in the beer garden! 🍔🍟🍻

#AcmeDiner #LiveMusic #JadedLovers #CountryNight #LineDancing #WhatcomCounty #AcmeWA #BeerGardenVibes

🎶 Live Music Alert at the Acme Diner Beer Garden! 🎶
Get ready for a fun-filled evening of great food, cold drinks, and rockin’ live music with Enchantrix — a high-energy variety rock cover band from Puget Sound!

🎸 Killer guitar riffs
🎤 Powerful female vocals
🎵 A big sound you won’t forget

Whether you're into classic rock, pop hits, or just love a good time, Enchantrix will have you dancing in your lawn chair!

🗓 Mark your calendar
🪑 Bring your lawn chairs
🍔 Come hungry and thirsty
📍 At the Acme Diner Beer Garden

Note: The Beer Garden is an outdoor venue. In case of rain, we’ll reschedule the music and keep the good vibes coming another day!

🎶 Live Music at Acme Diner – Joe Hawley Solo! 🎶
📅 Friday, August 16th | 🕖 7–9 PM | 📍 Acme Diner

Join us for an unforgettable evening of music with Joe Hawley, a Bellingham-based musician known for his soulful originals, gritty blues, heartfelt folk, and rock-infused covers that hit just right. 🎸✨

Whether you're a fan of rootsy storytelling, toe-tapping rhythm, or just discovering Joe’s music for the first time, this is a night you won't want to miss. Grab a drink, bring your friends, and let the music roll!

🍔 Full dinner + drink menu
🎤 All-ages welcome
🎵 Music starts at 7PM sharp!

📍 Acme Diner – where good food meets great tunes.
#LiveMusic #JoeHawley #AcmeDiner #BellinghamMusic #BluesFolkRock #WhatcomCountyEvents

🎶 Live Music in the Beer Garden – BandZandt at Acme Diner 🎶
Friday, August 15th, 2025 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Join us in the Acme Diner Beer Garden for an evening of high-energy, genre-blending music with BandZandt, the South Fork Valley’s own rock and blues powerhouse! Hailing from Whatcom County and performing together since 2006, BandZandt brings a dynamic mix of rock, blues, and eclectic sounds that get crowds moving and keep the good vibes rolling.

Often called “East County’s Favorite Dance Band,” their entertaining live shows are a local favorite, and you won’t want to miss this chance to catch them in an intimate outdoor setting.

🎸 Great music
🍻 Cold drinks from the bar
🌄 Mountain valley views
🪑 Don’t forget your lawn chairs!

All ages welcome. Come early for dinner, stay late for the show!

In the event of rain, the music will be rescheduled as the Acme Beer Garden is an outdoor venue.

Join us in the Acme Diner Beer Garden for an evening of food, drinks and live music with Charlie Partin!

Charlie Partin is a soulful PNW singer/songwriter with a: down-to-earth, no nonsense, and humble way of weaving stories into song. Pulling from raw country and Americana, Charlie’s passion & raspy vocals will make you a believer on site.

Mark your calendars, bring you lawn chairs, and we’ll see you in the Beer Garden!

In the event of rain, the music will be rescheduled as the Acme Beer Garden is an outdoor venue.

Join us in the Acme Diner Beer Garden for an evening of food, drinks and live music with the Happy Accidents!

Happy Accidents blends blues, rock, folk & country into unique originals & tasty covers that get your toes tapping & your heart singing. Our sound is like a warm hug on a chilly day. Come dance with Us; you'll leave happy & that's no accident!

Mark your calendars, bring your lawn chairs, and we’ll see you in the Beer Garden!

In the event of rain, the music will be rescheduled as the Acme Beer Garden is an outdoor venue.

Join us in the Acme Diner Beer Garden for an evening of food, drinks and live music with the Paradox!

Mud Bottom Maddy - Folk music for the fun of it! Paradox - Music is the answer!

Mark your calendars, bring your lawn chairs, and we’ll see you in the Beer Garden!

In the event of rain, the music will be rescheduled as the Acme Beer Garden is an outdoor venue.

Join us in the Acme Diner Beer Garden for an evening of food, drinks and live music with the Happy Accidents!

Happy Accidents blends blues, rock, folk & country into unique originals & tasty covers that get your toes tapping & your heart singing. Our sound is like a warm hug on a chilly day. Come dance with Us; you'll leave happy & that's no accident!

Mark your calendars, bring your lawn chairs, and we’ll see you in the Beer Garden!

In the event of rain, the music will be rescheduled as the Acme Beer Garden is an outdoor venue.

Join us in the Acme Diner Beer Garden for an evening of food, drinks and live music with Monica and the Puppy Wranglers!

Enjoy a collection of tunes for two hours featuring covers from a spectrum of artists, ranging from The Zombies to John Prine to The Beatles, and more… all brought to you with the soundscape of Monica’s timeless vocals, and supported by a selection of top notch musicians.

Mark your calendars, bring your lawn chairs, and we’ll see you in the Beer Garden!

In the event of rain, the music will be rescheduled as the Acme Beer Garden is an outdoor venue.

Join us in the Acme Diner Beer Garden for an evening of food, drinks and live music with the Paradox!

Mud Bottom Maddy - Folk music for the fun of it! Paradox - Music is the answer!

Mark your calendars, bring your lawn chairs, and we’ll see you in the Beer Garden!

In the event of rain, the music will be rescheduled as the Acme Beer Garden is an outdoor venue.

Unfortunately we have to cancel due to rain. We are rescheduling Charlie for August 8th!

Join us in the Acme Diner Beer Garden for an evening of food, drinks and live music with Charlie Partin!

Charlie Partin is a soulful PNW singer/songwriter with a: down-to-earth, no nonsense, and humble way of weaving stories into song. Pulling from raw country and Americana, Charlie’s passion & raspy vocals will make you a believer on site.

Mark your calendars, bring you lawn chairs, and we’ll see you in the Beer Garden!

In the event of rain, the music will be rescheduled as the Acme Beer Garden is an outdoor venue.

Join us in the Acme Diner Beer Garden for an evening of food, drinks and live music with Charlie Partin!

Charlie Partin is a soulful PNW singer/songwriter with a: down-to-earth, no nonsense, and humble way of weaving stories into song. Pulling from raw country and Americana, Charlie’s passion & raspy vocals will make you a believer on site.

Mark your calendars, bring you lawn chairs, and we’ll see you in the Beer Garden!

In the event of rain, the music will be rescheduled as the Acme Beer Garden is an outdoor venue.