Plan Your Visit

The Mount Baker Theatre in Downtown Bellingham’s Art District is the largest performing arts facility of its kind north of Seattle. A beautifully restored 1927 architectural treasure, listed on the register of National Historic Places, the theatre is dedicated to showcasing some of the best live performing artists on both the professional and community levels for audiences in the North Puget Sound area and the Lower Mainland of British Columbia.

Patron Code of Conduct

For more information about our policies, please visit our patron code of conduct page.

Doors Open

Doors into the Lobby open 1 hour prior to show unless otherwise notified.

Safety & Security

Outside food and beverages are not allowed. There will be security personnel conducting bag checks before entry. No pocked knives, pepper spray, or weapons of any kind are allowed inside the theatre. Please leave them at home or locked in a vehicle.
For more information on safety and security, visit our security FAQ page.

Photo Policy

Professional cameras and video equipment are not allowed without advance authorization from MBT administration.

As a general rule, flash photography and prolonged video recording on phones are not allowed at MBT events. Note, however, that some events will have different guidelines. Any variations to our standard policy will be listed on an event’s webpage. If you have any questions, please contact the MBT Ticket Office.

Finally, please be mindful that photography and filming can be disruptive to other patrons’ experience. We reserve the right to ask that phones be put away if their use is deemed a distraction to others.

Concessions

Concessions is located in the Encore Room directly below the Mezzanine staircase. Concessions opens 1 hour prior to showtimes, so stop by to pick up beverages and snacks before the show.

Our menu features adult beverages from many local and national brands. MBT offers beer, cider, wine, spirits, sodas, non-alcoholic options, and water. MBT’s concert cups are $3, and can be brought back to reuse the next time you attend a show. Purchasing the $3 cup will allow you to bring your beverage into MBT’s historic house.

Don’t forget to pick up some MBT branded apparel or a souvenir to remember your time at the theatre. You can also pre-order your merchandise to pick up at the show!

Late Arrivals

Performance begins promptly. If you arrive after the curtain goes up, you will be asked to wait in the lobby until an usher can seat you.

Dress Code & Etiquette

Backpacks, large bags, athletic equipment, and other cumbersome items must be left at our Coat Check station and retrieved after the event. This service is free to use.