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Things to do around Portland today
Our Town Experience Thornton Wilder's Pulitzer Prize-winning classic exploring small-town life through the interconnected stories of families in Grover's Corners.
Theatre & Movies
USM Men's Lacrosse vs. Anna Maria The University of Southern Maine men's lacrosse team hosts Anna Maria College for a home game.
Sports
Producer Showcase and Open Aux Discover emerging electronic music producers and open auxiliary performances at an all-ages showcase featuring Tabula Rasa and Vulpes Vulpes.
Music
Open Mic Night Discover emerging voices and live music in a welcoming community space featuring host Melvin Gradiz and special guest Ryan Allen Meier at One Longfellow Square.
Arts
Beginner Bird Walks Aspiring birders can learn identification skills and explore trails at Maine Audubon's Gilsland Farm with experienced naturalists.
Education
Potting Workshop Learn to divide and pot native plants grown from seed with Maine Audubon's Bringing Nature Home team and take home a plant.
Education
Invasive Plant Volunteer Day Help Maine Audubon promote native biodiversity by removing invasive plant species using hand tools at Gilsland Farm.
Community
Bumble Bee Blitz Learn to identify, capture, and study bumble bees while contributing to community science at Maine Audubon's Falmouth nature center.
Education
Maine Mariners vs. Trois-Rivières Watch the Maine Mariners take the ice against the Trois-Rivières Lions for a hockey game at the Cross Insurance Arena.
Sports
Family Fun at Gilsland Farm Young children and their caregivers explore nature together through stories, songs, art, and outdoor play at Maine Audubon's Gilsland Farm.
Family & Kids
Tigers Jaw Experience emo legends Tigers Jaw performing their seventh album Lost On You alongside Hot Flash Heat Wave and solo artist Creeks at SPACE.
Music
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Events for the rest of this week
Accessible Beginner Birding Join Maine Audubon for an inclusive beginner birding experience featuring flat, accessible routes with frequent rest stops and binocular instruction.
Education
Saturday
Hunter Hayes Grammy-nominated Hunter Hayes blends genres through masterful musicianship and compelling storytelling at Aura in Portland.
Music
Saturday
Pine State Pitches Experience the harmonious vocals of Portland's beloved a cappella group as they celebrate their passion for music and community.
Music
Thursday
Little Lies Tribute to Fleetwood Mac Enjoy a high-energy tribute band recreating the classic sound and spirit of Fleetwood Mac with soaring harmonies and dynamic performances.
Music
Saturday
Perfume Genius Experience Grammy-nominated indie-pop artist Perfume Genius performing a special duo set alongside composer Dan English at First Parish Church.
Music
Saturday
USM Softball vs. UMass Boston Watch the University of Southern Maine softball team compete against UMass Boston in a doubleheader matchup.
Sports
Saturday
Tall Travis / Bumbling Woohas / Fliptones / Scrmbled Steel Experience an all-ages live music showcase featuring four distinct bands performing at Apohadion Theater.
Music
Saturday
Dylan Carlino Accomplished comedian Dylan Carlino, a Netflix-featured performer known for his unique comedic perspective, visits Empire Comedy Club.
Miscellaneous
Friday
CTRL+ALT+SZZL Experience a punk showcase featuring five BIPOC bands pushing boundaries of punk, alternative, and experimental music.
Music
Friday
Corrective Measure / Low Tide / Fake Smile / Hemlocks Curse Attend an all-ages music event featuring four bands performing live at Apohadion Theater in Portland.
Music
Friday
Dalton Experience Brian Scully performing a three-hour solo acoustic sing-along show featuring barroom classics and Dalton & the Sheriffs favorites.
Music
Friday
BLKNWS: Terms & Conditions Experience an immersive cinematic journey adapted from Kahlil Joseph's video art installation exploring Black consciousness through fiction and history.
Arts
Friday
Olive Klug Experience intimate performances by singer-songwriter Olive Klug and Maine musician Juniper Ginger exploring themes of love, loss, and self-discovery.
Music
Thursday
Black Beach, Qualms, Komatiite, and Crazy Déjà Vu Experience live music from Black Beach, Qualms, Komatiite, and Crazy Déjà Vu at Apohadion Theater.
Music
Thursday
Hedgerow Natural Pest Management Discover how native plant hedgerows create self-regulating ecosystems that naturally manage pests while supporting beneficial insects and wildlife.
Community
Thursday
Timberdoodle Thursdays Learn about the American Woodcock's enchanting courting display and search for displaying males at sunset at Gilsland Farm.
Education
Thursday
The Bucket Comedy Show Watch talented comedians improvise jokes on the fly based on audience-submitted topics at this unpredictable comedy experience.
Miscellaneous
Thursday
Vardan Ovsepian Spiderweb Project Experience pianist Vardan Ovsepian blending classical refinement with fearless jazz improvisation alongside guitar, bass, and drums at Mechanics' Hall.
Music
Thursday
USM Baseball vs. UMF Watch the University of Southern Maine baseball team compete against University of Maine at Farmington in a spring home game.
Sports
Thursday
Thursday Bird Walk Join Maine Audubon's staff naturalist for a guided bird walk exploring diverse habitats and observing local species at Gilsland Farm.
Education
Thursday
Open DJ Night DJs of all skill levels bring records, CDs, or controllers to perform and experiment with different genres and styles in an open format.
Music
Tuesday
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Music
Corrective Measure / Low Tide / Fake Smile / Hemlocks Curse
This all-ages concert features four bands: Corrective Measure, Low Tide, Fake Smile, and Hemlocks Curse. Doors open at 7:30 PM with music beginning at 8:00 PM. Admission is pay-what-you-can between $10 and $20.
- Location
- Apohadion Theater
- Date
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- Friday, April 3, 2026
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In-Person
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