Celebrate Valentine’s Week with a plethora of live music experiences to enjoy with your significant other.
Get ready for a thrilling week packed with unforgettable live music experiences! Make your way to One Longfellow Square to enjoy the captivating sounds of the Portland Jazz Orchestra as they present a diverse selection of instrumental jazz tunes. Or, if you’re craving something unique, venture to the State Theatre for a Shrek-themed rave extravaganza!
Looking for more live music? Check out Live Music Tonight, our full calendar of live music in Portland.
THE HEADLINER
The Stone Temple Posers, hailing from Plaistow, NH, stand as New England’s premier tribute band dedicated to the timeless sound of Stone Temple Pilots. Since their inception in 2015, they’ve honed a captivating live experience that faithfully captures the essence and energy of STP’s iconic performances.
Saturday, February 17th at Portland House of Music & Events
LIVE & LOCAL
With fearless fusion, Xander Nelson, seamlessly blends the exuberant intensity of garage rock and pop-punk with the swagger of blues. Since emerging onto the New England music scene in 2017, he has captivated audiences with his electrifying performances. Armed with skills honed at Berklee College of Music, he and his band have graced stages alongside Grammy nominees and local legends, gaining notability for their energetic live shows.
Sunday, February 18th at $3 Deweys
MIDWEEK MUSIC
Having graced the stage of One Longfellow Square since 2006, the Portland Jazz Orchestra stands as Maine’s foremost concert jazz ensemble. Led by Dr. Chris Oberholtzer, this 19-piece jazz collective showcases a diverse repertoire of instrumental and vocal big band compositions. In this particular performance, expect to see talented members from Falmouth High School joining the ensemble, adding a unique dimension to the show.
Thursday, February 15th at One Longfellow Square
STAFF PICK
Get ready to journey into the whimsical world of Shrek like never before at the ultimate Shrek-themed rave experience! Transforming the State Theatre into a magical swamp, this rave promises a night of ogre-sized fun and fairy-tale frenzy. With attendees donning their finest Shrek and Fiona costumes, the dance floor becomes a kaleidoscope of green, accompanied by bursts of neon lights and fog machines evoking the enchanted forests of Far Far Away.
Friday, February 16th at the State Theatre
This is just a sample of what’s happening this week. Check out the Live Music Tonight page for a full calendar of live events happening in Portland, Maine.