Jake Shimabukuro
You must be 18 or over and have a valid ID to attend Doors will open an hour before event time
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Things to do in Portland, ME
Find current events, restaurants, family activities, and quick getaway ideas in Portland, ME. WonderKit curates these picks daily so the page stays useful for both local search and trip planning.
11 hand-picked things to do in Portland, ME right now · 4 with confirmed dates
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A perfect 3 days in Portland, ME
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Day 1
MorningPMA Films: Sherman's March (1985)
Afternoon screening of Ross McElwee's classic documentary exploring romance and history, hosted in the Osher Foundation Auditorium.
AfternoonEventide Oyster Co.
Renowned for brown butter lobster rolls and an incredible rotating selection of fresh Maine oysters served on crushed ice.
EveningJake Shimabukuro
You must be 18 or over and have a valid ID to attend Doors will open an hour before event time
Day 2
MorningMECA&D Street Banner Showcase
Explore downtown Congress Street to view the vibrant new collaborative art banners created by local students in partnership with MECA&D.
AfternoonStandard Baking Co.
Start your Saturday morning right with artisan sourdough, flaky croissants, and espresso just steps from the ferry terminal.
EveningJordan Davis at Thompson's Point
Open-air waterfront concert wrapping up the weekend with great country sounds against the backdrop of Casco Bay.
Day 3
MorningPeaks Island Ferry & Bike Ride
Take the Casco Bay Lines ferry across the harbor for a breezy afternoon cycling the island perimeter and stopping at rocky coves.
AfternoonEastern Promenade Food Truck Picnic
Grab local bites from the rotating food trucks parked along the grassy bluff and enjoy panoramic views of sailboats on the bay.
EveningPortland Yacht Rock Festival 2026
Get ready for smooth late-summer anthems as the annual yacht rock festival lands at Aura for a high-energy night.
🎸 Happening Today
Events and things to do tonight in Portland
PMA Films: Sherman's March (1985)
Afternoon screening of Ross McElwee's classic documentary exploring romance and history, hosted in the Osher Foundation Auditorium.
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🌊 This Weekend in Portland, ME
Sunday headliners, coastal air, and late-summer happenings
Jordan Davis at Thompson's Point
Open-air waterfront concert wrapping up the weekend with great country sounds against the backdrop of Casco Bay.
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Peaks Island Ferry & Bike Ride
Take the Casco Bay Lines ferry across the harbor for a breezy afternoon cycling the island perimeter and stopping at rocky coves.
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Eastern Promenade Food Truck Picnic
Grab local bites from the rotating food trucks parked along the grassy bluff and enjoy panoramic views of sailboats on the bay.
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🦞 Eat & Drink
Fresh catches, harbor views, and local dining highlights
Eventide Oyster Co.
Renowned for brown butter lobster rolls and an incredible rotating selection of fresh Maine oysters served on crushed ice.
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Standard Baking Co.
Start your Saturday morning right with artisan sourdough, flaky croissants, and espresso just steps from the ferry terminal.
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✨ New & Notable
Seasonal pop-ups, exhibits, and late-summer happenings
MECA&D Street Banner Showcase
Explore downtown Congress Street to view the vibrant new collaborative art banners created by local students in partnership with MECA&D.
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Portland Yacht Rock Festival 2026
Get ready for smooth late-summer anthems as the annual yacht rock festival lands at Aura for a high-energy night.
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🚗 Quick Escape
Weekend mini-trips within a short drive of Portland
Classic Kennebunkport Coastline Weekend
Drive 30 minutes south for a quintessential coastal retreat: stroll Dock Square, tour grand historic captain's homes, and relax at Mother's Beach.
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Freeport Shopping & Wolfe's Neck Woods
Head 20 minutes north to browse the L.L.Bean flagship campus, then hike the tranquil wooded trails overlooking Casco Bay at Wolfe's Neck Woods State Park.
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