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Anacortes seeks funding for a 400-seat Capstan Arena event venue on the waterfront

3626674 · May 30, 2025
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Summary

The city of Anacortes proposed a Capstan Arena event venue near downtown and the marina to restore regional event capacity, support tourism and create jobs; city officials said they have roughly $1.5 million in lodging-tax capital and are seeking additional funding.

John Coleman, director of planning, community and economic development for the city of Anacortes, presented a proposal for an event venue at the Capstan waterfront on May 30.

Coleman said the project responds to the loss of a prior event center and would create a medium-to-large event venue with approximately 400 seats and an adjoining plaza for overflow. The site is two…

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