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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
BLKNWS: Terms & Conditions Experience an immersive cinematic journey adapted from Kahlil Joseph's video art installation exploring Black consciousness through fiction and history.
Arts
Jonathan Van Halem Catch observational comedian Jonathan Van Halem performing stand-up comedy at Empire Comedy Club in Portland.
Miscellaneous
The Mullet Mic Experience an evening of live comedy featuring seasoned performers in a showcase followed by an open mic welcoming emerging comedians at Empire Comedy Club.
Miscellaneous
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Events for the rest of this week
Surveying Loon Breeding Pairs Learn how to monitor loon breeding pairs and chicks across Maine's lakes in this online webinar led by Maine Audubon community science experts.
Education
Thursday
Balderdash Academy's IMPROV LIVE Enjoy 90 minutes of hilarious on-the-spot improv comedy at The Hill Arts, driven by audience suggestions.
Arts
Saturday
Hannah Wicklund Experience an intimate solo performance showcasing Hannah Wicklund's songwriting and storytelling at One Longfellow Square in Portland.
Music
Friday
John Lilly and the Earth Coincidence Control Office Directors Michael Almereyda and Courtney Stephens explore the life of Dr. John C. Lilly, a pioneering scientist who investigated consciousness, dolphin communication, and psychedelics.
Theatre & Movies
Friday
SPOTS Comedy Showcase Experience a fast-paced comedy showcase featuring rising and seasoned performers hosted by Caleb Theodore Sherman at Empire Comedy Club.
Miscellaneous
Thursday
USM Baseball vs. Clark Watch the University of Southern Maine Huskies face Clark University in a home baseball game.
Sports
Thursday
The Neil Diamond Experience Experience a tribute to Neil Diamond featuring Broadway star Robert Neary performing 26 classic hits with stories, multimedia, and a Broadway-caliber finale.
Music
Thursday
Maine Dead Project's Half Dead Experience live music from Maine Dead Project at Portland House of Music for an evening of entertainment.
Music
Thursday
Paint & Drums Experience an experimental music performance featuring M.P. Landis and Michael Sarin at Apohadion Theater with all ages welcome.
Music
Thursday
Maine Mariners vs. Norfolk Admirals Watch the Maine Mariners take on the Admirals in a special Lumberjack Night celebration at Cross Insurance Arena in Portland.
Sports
Friday
Emo Philips Witness acclaimed stand-up comedian Emo Philips perform his brilliant joke-writing at Empire Comedy Club in Portland.
Miscellaneous
Thursday
Natalie Cuomo Watch internationally touring stand-up comedian Natalie Cuomo perform at Empire Comedy Club in Portland.
Miscellaneous
Friday
Laila Franklin's BABYBABYBABY Experience a contemporary dance performance exploring the exhilarating and chaotic emotions of falling in love through movement and multimedia.
Arts
Saturday
Gimmie Gimmie Disco Dance to ABBA and classic disco hits from the 70s and 80s at this lively DJ dance party at Aura.
Music
Saturday
Maine Mariners vs. Norfolk Admirals Celebrate Pride Night as the Maine Mariners hockey team takes the ice for an exciting game at Cross Insurance Arena.
Sports
Saturday
USM Men's Tennis vs. VSU Castleton The University of Southern Maine men's tennis team competes against Vermont State University Castleton in a conference matchup.
Sports
Saturday
USM Men's Lacrosse vs. Eastern Connecticut State Cheer on the University of Southern Maine men's lacrosse team as they face Eastern Connecticut State in a home conference matchup.
Sports
Saturday
Live Comix Readings & C.A.M.P. Afterparty Experience live comic readings and projections from independent cartoonists at an afterparty celebrating the CAMP 2026 season.
Arts
Saturday
Walter Trout Blues-rock legend Walter Trout performs at One Longfellow Square, delivering raw, unfiltered music shaped by lived experience and contemporary themes.
Music
Saturday
Nature Walk Explore Gilsland Farm with a field naturalist, observing birds, insects, fungi, and plants while contributing to community science projects.
Education
Wednesday
Katsura Sunshine's Rakugo Experience a master storyteller performing traditional Japanese rakugo comedy with hilarious tales and cultural insights at Empire Comedy Club.
Theatre & Movies
Monday
Jane Siberry Experience the visionary artistry of Canada's most original singer-songwriter Jane Siberry performing at One Longfellow Square in Portland.
Music
Tuesday
Mechanics' Hall Book Discussion Group Discuss Edward P. Jones' 'Lost in the City' Stories with fellow readers in a monthly gathering at Mechanics' Hall.
Arts
Tuesday
Look Out for Loons Learn how to join Maine Audubon's volunteer team working to protect nesting loons and increase their survival through community engagement.
Education
Tuesday
Birding Basics Online Explore essential birding topics over 17 weeks in this free online series covering identification, migration, ethics, and more.
Education
Tuesday
USM Baseball vs. Plymouth State The University of Southern Maine baseball team takes on Plymouth State University in a home game.
Sports
Tuesday
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
Wednesday
USM Softball vs. Thomas The University of Southern Maine softball team plays a doubleheader against Thomas College at home.
Sports
Monday
R.A.P. Ferreira Experience R.A.P. Ferreira's Superior Healing Style Tour featuring Chicago-born rapper, producer, and poet performing with Portland-based beatmaker god.damn.chan at SPACE.
Music
Wednesday
USM Softball vs. Salem State The University of Southern Maine softball team hosts Salem State University for a doubleheader home game.
Sports
Wednesday
Maine Mariners vs. Adirondack The Maine Mariners face the Adirondack Thunder in midweek action at the Cross Insurance Arena.
Sports
Wednesday
USM Women's Lacrosse vs. Plymouth State The University of Southern Maine women's lacrosse team competes against Plymouth State University in a conference matchup.
Sports
Wednesday
USM Baseball vs. Colby The University of Southern Maine baseball team hosts Colby College for a home game at the campus athletic facility.
Sports
Wednesday
USM Jazz Combo Night Experience dynamic jazz performances from USM's top instrumental combos and vocal jazz ensemble at One Longfellow Square.
Music
Wednesday
Salt Alumni Panel Salt alumni and a director discuss careers and opportunities in contemporary nonfiction storytelling during a panel conversation.
Education
Wednesday
Daniel Villarreal Trio Drummer and composer Daniel Villarreal leads a trio fusing psychedelia, jazz, Latin rock, and funk styles in their SPACE debut performance.
Music
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
Walter Trout
Walter Trout brings his blues-rock mastery to the stage with a performance centered on his new album Sign Of The Times. The record captures tension and emotional weight through heavy, urgent music created in close collaboration with his wife and co-writer Marie Trout. Recorded with his longtime band in Los Angeles, the album features sharp riffs and driving performances that reflect Trout's uncompromising artistry and creative vitality.
- Location
- One Longfellow Square
- Date
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- Saturday, April 11, 2026
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