Suggestions for Arts and Entertainment near Portland

Stephanie • July 7, 2015Gorgeous old theater, they must have a new sound system- sounds fantastic. Some side seats have blocked views of the stage.

Amy B. • July 8, 2010The permanent collection is awesome for such a small city/museum, and the traveling exhibits are of excellent quality. Their cafe is minimally chic and a great bargain!

Visit Maine • November 7, 2011One of Portland's staples for quality live entertainment - theater and music - check out their schedule for amazing performances throughout the year!

Stephanie • July 7, 2015My favorite place to see live music. You can be so close, it sounds fantastic, the bar has a nice selection of local drafts.

Brian C. • October 10, 2016Dark Follies at 8pm in monument square are awesome!

411 Flash • April 11, 2013You can find all of Portland Stage Company's events on 411 Flash. It is a free app for iPhone/Android and is a local Maine Company!

Kevin M. • October 9, 2014Visited for the George Wardlaw Genesis: Exodus exhibit. Contemplative series of pieces centered around the 10 commandments and the plagues.

Stephanie • January 8, 2017Great venue and art space. Get there early to check out the arts in the space while you drink your beer.

George V. • November 13, 2023Cool music room! Good bar selection, friendly staff.

Storm C. • August 17, 2017Nice venue! There is an elevator and stairs to the balcony sections. Seated areas in the balconies and directly in front of the stage, general admission standing room is on the main level

Visit Maine • May 23, 2011One of Maine's wonderful and quirky treasures, and a delightful part of any day on Peak's.

Johnny D. • December 4, 2012Great spot. Great prices. Nice staff.

Carmen N. • July 20, 2015Such a fun place for a kid. Highlights: the fire truck, space shuttle, beehive, and the science lab.

Derek J. • August 26, 2014One of the few places in the country where you can ride a narrow gauge train today. The 45 minute ride is well worth it with friends, family, or even a date.

Brian C. • October 10, 2016Visit this place around Christmas. Each room has a different decoration theme.

Andrew F. • February 12, 2015Excellent for live acoustic blues and jazz performance. Small intimate space with great sound and feel.

Jenna Rose R. • July 25, 2022A must-visit for any literary or history buffs. Although Longfellow only lived here as a boy, he wrote several famous works during visits in his adulthood.

Nancy D. • May 16, 2011Joe Walsh - CD Release Party - Sun 5/15 - Was a fun pickin evenin...

Portland Old Port • July 30, 2013Always carrying lots of local brews on tap like Baxter & Allegash. Try the Stowaway IPA when available, It's even better on tap than in the can!

Stephan S. • June 5, 2017(World War I & the Maine Experience) Very interesting exhibition about WWI from a Maine perspective.

Erik C. • June 18, 2015A must visit. Best views of Portland Maine. So much history and newly restored. It was built 1806. Very missable. The volunteers have so much knowledge and you can see their love of Maine.

Bonnie Moser D. • November 2, 2014Nice inside. But too cold to endure a full function

Dan L. • September 22, 2014Wonderful and eclectic atmosphere. Go for the shows and awesome bartenders. A town gem.

Erik C. • July 30, 2015Fun if your a believer. Small museum with an awesome host. Love the memorabilia of big foot and Loch Ness & All myths. Cheap museum and def cool gift shop. 7$ entry. Little hidden. Something new.

Michael S. • July 10, 2012Great family-friendly shows. Cheap rainy day activity!

The man c. • December 6, 2011fun wild club for dancing and and talking with others