Thursday Night at the PMA
Enjoy the galleries with extended hours and a local DJ set in the sculpture garden as the sun sets over the city.
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Things to do in Portland, ME with friends
What's on in Portland, ME this week — the spots locals are packing, buzzy restaurants, and weekend plans worth texting the group chat about.
10 hand-picked things to do in Portland, ME right now · 6 with confirmed dates
How we pick spots for a group
- Buzzy, higher-energy rooms that take a crowd
- What's on right now over evergreen tourist stops
- Bookable tables and shared plates a group can split
☀️ Happening Today
Events and things to do tonight
Sunset Mailboat Run
Catch the final evening ferry through the islands of Casco Bay for the best golden-hour views of the Portland Head Light.
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🦞 Eat & Drink
Current flavors of the Old Port
Eventide Oyster Co.
Known for their brown butter lobster roll; arrive early to snag a seat at the bar and sample the daily Maine oyster harvest.
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Chaval
A West End neighborhood favorite serving sophisticated Spanish-inspired small plates. The patio seating is perfect for this weather.
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⚓ This Weekend in Portland, ME
Making the most of the July warmth
Portland Sea Dogs vs. Somerset Patriots
Nothing says Maine summer like a night at the ballpark with a lobster roll in hand and the crack of the bat.
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Bop To The Top
A high-energy nostalgia dance party taking over the historic State Theatre stage for a Friday night throwdown.
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Eastern Promenade Saturday Morning
Grab a coffee from Tandem Coffee Roasters and walk the harbor trail to watch the schooners head out for the morning tide.
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✨ New & Notable
What's fresh in the city
Thompson's Point Summer Series
The outdoor waterfront venue is in full swing for July. Check their schedule for upcoming sunset shows on the peninsula.
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🚗 Quick Escape
Weekend getaways within driving distance
Kennebunkport
Just 45 minutes south, this classic coastal town offers great boutique shopping in Dock Square and scenic walks at Goose Rocks Beach.
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Camden
A 90-minute drive north brings you to where the mountains meet the sea. Hike Mount Battie for the quintessential Penobscot Bay view.
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Frequently asked
What are the best things to do in Portland, ME with friends?
Group-friendly highlights in Portland, ME right now include Thursday Night at the PMA, Sunset Mailboat Run, and Portland Sea Dogs vs. Somerset Patriots. WonderKit updates this guide daily so plans stay current.
Where do locals go out in Portland, ME?
The "Eat & Drink" section above lists buzzy restaurants and bars in Portland, ME — the spots locals are actually packing this week.
Where's the best nightlife in Portland, ME?
Check the sections above for current events, buzzy bars, and weekend plans in Portland, ME worth texting the group chat about.
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