Best Paint Your Own Pottery Studios in Maine!

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Color Me Mine, Portland, ME

Let the creativity flow at Color Me Mine! With a perfect family atmosphere and ceramics, all ages can paint; it's a great place to make your work of art and create lasting memories. Come and check… Read More

10 Best Rainy Day Activities in Maine!

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Maine Escape Games, Portland, ME

Give your brain an adventure when you spend your rainy day at Maine Escape Games. As Portland’s favorite spot for escape games, this local destination has five different escape rooms with… Read More

10 Best Art Galleries in Maine!

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Portland Art Gallery, Portland, ME

The Portland Art Gallery is an impressive space with two large rooms, awash with light from the floor-to-ceiling windows. It offers an extensive selection of art pieces from over 56 Maine artists,… Read More

7 Best Arcades in Maine!

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Arcadia, Portland, ME

Arcadia transports its patrons to a world of old-school fun with its retro arcade games, pinball machines, console gaming, and board games. Drink a cold beverage while taking a break from competing… Read More

The Best Places to Do Paint & Wine in Maine!

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Muse Paintbar, Portland, ME

Sign up for an event or host your own private party at this paint bar in Portland’s Old Port. This charming studio will have your creative juices flowing while you sip wine and swipe your… Read More

8 Best Movie Theaters in Maine!

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Smitty's Cinema, Windham, ME

Smitty's Cinema is the perfect place to get your movie fix. Enjoy a unique take on pub fare and cocktails, served straight to your seat as you watch the latest releases, special screenings, and… Read More

The 10 Best Places for Live Theater in Maine!

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Portland Stage Company, Portland, ME

Portland Stage Company was founded in 1974 as a touring company of young passionate theater professionals. Today, the cast performs mainly in their permanent home in Portland where it puts on… Read More

The Best Karaoke Bars in Maine!

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Flask Lounge, Portland, ME

Flask Lounge is your typical neighborhood bar in Portland’s West End. Home to great drinks, fun people, and loads of nightly entertainment, Flask Lounge will quickly become your new favorite… Read More

The Best Escape Rooms in Maine!

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The Escape Room, Portland, ME

Three rooms and three eras await those who visit the Escape Room. Escape attacks in London in 1940. Visit the Wild West during the Gold Rush. Visit Cairo and take part in an archeological dig. The… Read More

The 9 Best Boat Tours in Maine!

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Lucky Catch Cruises, Portland, ME

Learn all about that delicious fresh Maine lobster you enjoy eating in the summer months with Lucky Catch Cruises. They’ll take you out into Casco Bay and show you the ins and outs of being a… Read More

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The Maker’s Market

Sunday, Dec 14, 2025 from 10:00am to 3:00pm

Thompson's Point

Portland, ME

Holiday Art Sale at RWS Studios

Sunday, Dec 14, 2025 from 12:00pm to 5:00pm

Running With Scissors Studios

Portland, ME

Running With Scissors Art Studios Holiday Sale

Sunday, Dec 14, 2025 from 12:00pm to 5:00pm

Running With Scissors Artist Studios & Community

Portland, ME

Running With Scissors Art Studios Holiday Sale

The Rock Orchestra

Sunday, Dec 14, 2025 at 8:00pm

Cross Insurance Arena

Portland, ME

The Rock Orchestra By Candlelight

Sunday, Dec 14, 2025 at 8:00pm

Cross Insurance Arena

Portland, ME

Light of the World – A Drive-Thru Christmas

Saturday, Dec 20, 2025 at 5:30pm

Cressey Road Christian Church

Gorham, ME

A Hometown Holiday with 12/OC and Friends

Saturday, Dec 20, 2025 at 6:30pm

Cross Insurance Arena

Portland, ME

A Hometown Holiday with 12/OC and Friends

Pink Talking Fish

Saturday, Dec 20, 2025 at 8:00pm

State Theatre

Portland, ME

Portland Makers Market at the Point

Sunday, Dec 21, 2025 from 10:00am to 3:00pm

Thompson's Point

Portland, ME

Griffin William Sherry w/ special guests The Felice Brothers

Saturday, Dec 27, 2025 at 8:00pm

State Theatre

Portland, ME

Griffin William Sherry w/ special guests The Felice Brothers

Dark Star Orchestra

Monday, Dec 29, 2025 at 7:30pm

State Theatre

Portland, ME

Gogol Bordello

Tuesday, Dec 30, 2025 at 8:00pm

State Theatre

Portland, ME

AURA NYE 2026

Wednesday, Dec 31, 2025 at 8:00pm

Aura

Portland, ME

Primo Cubano

Wednesday, Dec 31, 2025 at 9:00pm

One Longfellow Square

Portland, ME

Start Making Sense

Wednesday, Dec 31, 2025 at 9:00pm

State Theatre

Portland, ME

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