Ray LaMontagne: Trouble 20th Anniversary Tour
Celebrating two decades of his landmark debut album with an intimate acoustic-leaning set right in the heart of downtown.
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For friend groupsThings 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 · 5 with confirmed dates
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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 in Portland
Open Jazz Jam at Portland Conservatory of Music
Bring your instrument or settle into a cozy seat to listen as local jazz musicians trade standards and improvise through a crisp autumn evening.
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🦞 Eat & Drink
Fresh catches, cozy neighborhood spots, and seasonal plates
Standard Baking Co.
Grab a morning brioche, pain au chocolat, or artisanal sourdough loaf right by the waterfront while the crisp autumn air sets in.
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🍁 This Weekend in Portland, ME
Concerts, films, and coastal autumn excursions
Ringo Starr and His All Starr Band
Catch rock royalty live as Ringo and his legendary lineup bring classic anthems and feel-good vibes to the arena stage.
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The New Pornographers: The Former Site Of Tour
The indie-pop powerhouse returns to the historic State Theatre for an energetic Saturday night performance featuring intricate vocal harmonies.
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Makers at the Movies: Mean Girls (2004)
PMA Films presents a special screening paired with creative crafting activities inspired by the early 2000s classic.
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✨ New & Notable
Fresh exhibits, seasonal craft showcases, and local happenings
Casco Bay Lines Autumn Peak Cruise
Watch the changing coastal foliage roll over the islands of Casco Bay on a crisp midday ferry ride past historic lighthouses.
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PMA Films Fall Indie & International Showcase
Explore award-winning global cinema, filmmaker talkbacks, and curated retrospectives inside the museum's comfortable Bernard Osher Foundation Auditorium.
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🚙 Quick Escape
Charming weekend getaways within a short drive of Portland
Classic Coastal Escape to Kennebunkport
Drive 40 minutes south to stroll Dock Square, browse boutique shops, and walk along rugged granite shores before the peak autumn crowds descend.
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Freeport Shopping & Wolfe's Neck Woods Hike
Head 20 minutes north for a day combining flagship outlet browsing with quiet forest trails overlooking the saltwater estuary of Casco Bay.
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Ready-made Portland, ME itineraries
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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 Ray LaMontagne: Trouble 20th Anniversary Tour, Open Jazz Jam at Portland Conservatory of Music, and Ringo Starr and His All Starr Band. 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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