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ELECTRIC TACO TUESDAY

Electric Taco Tuesday

Tue Jul 8

Electric Taco Tuesday

with MOFIYA, SUNSHINE BLOOMED, URSAMAJOR, DAMMIT.GABBY

21+

Doors: 4:00PM / Show: 9:00PM

at Airport Tavern

21+, $5.00-$10.00

Electronic

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Trivia Night

Thu Jul 10

Trivia Night

with Hosted By Jared Bogi

21+

Doors: 6:00PM / Show: 7:00PM

at Airport Tavern

$0.00

Improv

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REGGAE ON THE WAY 2025

Dirty Heads, HIRIE, Spawnbreezie, Kabaka Pyramid and more!

Sat Jul 12

Dirty Heads, HIRIE, Spawnbreezie, Kabaka Pyramid, Bumpin Uglies, Kash'd Out, Jordan T, Stay Grounded, Two Story Zori, Dub Lounge International, Ian Ayers and the Soul Purpose, Ethan Tucker, Nine To Fyah

All Ages Outdoor Block Party Style Festival

Doors: 1:00PM / Show: 2:00PM

at Airport Tavern

Reggae

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Sewer Ratz and ETT Present

ELECTRIC TACO TUESDAY

Tue Jul 15

Electric Taco Tuesday

with PARROT, SBKALLDAY, DETCORD, ALGORITHMIX

A DMV Awareness Benefit in Loving Memory of Sativa Transue

Doors: 4:00PM / Show: 9:00PM

at Airport Tavern

21+, $5.00-$10.00

Electronic

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Trivia Night

Thu Jul 17

Trivia Night

with Hosted By Jared Bogi

21+

Doors: 6:00PM / Show: 7:00PM

at Airport Tavern

$0.00

Improv

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Airport Tavern Music Hall Proudly Presents

Back to the 80's with Nite Wave

Fri Jul 18

Nite Wave

21+ Only

Doors: 8:00PM / Show: 9:00PM

at Airport Tavern

21+, $20.00

New Wave

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About

The Airport Tavern is a beloved live music venue, bar, and community gathering space located at 5406 S Tacoma Way in Tacoma, Washington. The tavern gets its name from the South Tacoma Airport, which operated from 1936 to 1975 just a short distance away. This historic airfield once served as a hub for pilots and aviation enthusiasts before being repurposed into industrial space. Today, Airport Tavern honors that legacy, carrying a name that serves as a nostalgic nod to Tacoma’s aviation history.

The building itself has housed a tavern for decades, but it was in 2017 that Danno and Jessica Rankin took over and gave Airport Tavern a new lease on life. Recognizing the need for more live music spaces in Tacoma, they transformed the bar into a vibrant venue that combines Tacoma’s rich history with a forward-thinking vision for its arts and music scene.

Danno and Jessica Rankin have been major forces in revitalizing the South Tacoma Way corridor, working hard to create a walkable, music-friendly neighborhood. Their passion for music and community shines through not only in the Airport Tavern but also in projects like Reggae on the Way, an annual festival they launched in 2017. What started as a small block party has grown into one of the Pacific Northwest’s most loved reggae festivals, bringing thousands of people to the area every summer.

As demand for live entertainment grew, the Rankins expanded Airport Tavern by adding a Music Hall—a larger concert venue within the same building. Completed in 2024, the Music Hall has allowed Airport Tavern to host bigger acts, providing a space that rivals Seattle venues like Neumos and The Crocodile while maintaining the intimate, community-driven vibe Tacoma locals love.

Today, Airport Tavern is more than just a bar or music venue—it’s a hub for creativity, connection, and culture. Whether you’re here for a national touring act, local band night, pinball, or simply a drink with friends, Airport Tavern represents the best of Tacoma’s community spirit.

Hours

Sunday:

4PM* to Midnight (or later)

Monday:

Closed

Tuesday:

4PM – 2AM

Wednesday:

4PM – Midnight (or later)

Thursday:

4PM – Midnight (or later)

Friday:

4PM – 2AM

Saturday:

4PM – 2AM

Parking

Street parking is available in the neighborhood or grab a spot in one of the many paid lots nearby. Save money and the planet by taking advantage of Tacoma’s public transit.

Specialties

Live Music, Pinball, Arcade, Darts, Cocktails, Mocktails and Food

Payment Methods

Amex, Cash, Mastercard and Visa

Services

Groups, Walk-ins, Reservations

HAPPY HOUR EVERY DAY 4PM – 6PM, EXCEPT MONDAYS

Contact

Email

General Inquiries –
INFO@AIPPORTTAVERN.COM
Booking a event –
BOOKING@AIRPORTTAVERN.COM

Phone

(253) 212-0709

Address

5406 S Tacoma Way, Tacoma, WA, US, 98409