Wade Watkins Photography

Saturday Night at Mayday Misery
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Tonight in Arlington, live music returns to the stage at Mirkwood Public House, where Seattle ska-punk favorites Mister Blank headline a high-energy Friday night show. Music kicks off at 8:00 PM, bringing the dance-floor-ready vibes the venue is known for.

Mirkwood—located at 117 East Division Street, Arlington, WA 98223—has become a regional hub for live music, hosting bands most weekends inside its unique, community-focused venue with full restaurant and bar service.
Venue link: https://www.mirkwoodpub.com/

Fronted by a seven-piece lineup, Mister Blank blends ska, punk, reggae, and alternative rock into a fast, horn-driven sound built for live shows. The Seattle-based band describes themselves as “friendly eccentrics” delivering infectious, high-energy tunes that consistently get crowds moving. Their energetic performances and regional touring history have made them a staple of the Pacific Northwest ska scene.

Expect upbeat rhythms, punchy horns, and a packed dance floor as Mister Blank brings their latest songs and fan favorites back to the Mirkwood stage.

Show starts at 8:00 PM — come early, grab dinner and drinks, and get ready to skank the night away.
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