It’s the week of the 4th of July, and there’s plenty of live music to enjoy!
This Thursday is the 4th of July, and there are plenty of ways to enjoy live music! The Casco Bay Wind Symphony will be performing at the Eastern Promenade before the Portland fireworks display. You can also head down Munjoy Hill toward the waterfront to catch The Few on the Casablanca at sunset or join the dance party with DJ Father Tish on the deck at The Porthole!
Looking for more live music? Check out Live Music Tonight, our full calendar of live music in Portland.
THE HEADLINER
For as long as he can remember, Bert McCracken has used music as an outlet to express his innermost thoughts and emotions. For 23 years, his writing has allowed The Used to deeply connect with fans worldwide. With their universally adored rock anthems, their career has demonstrated the invaluable human connection between artist and audience.
Wednesday, July 3rd at State Theatre
LIVE & LOCAL
This year, the Casco Bay Wind Symphony will be performing before the Portland fireworks display! Join them at 7 pm for a program featuring a mix of patriotic music, popular tunes, and a touch of symphonic pieces. Founded in 1980, the Casco Bay Wind Symphony is a non-profit organization comprised of about 70 adult musicians ranging in age from 19 to 93.
Thursday, July 4th at Eastern Promenade
MIDWEEK MUSIC
The Porthole has double the fun lined up for this 4th of July! Starting at 7 PM, the Casablanca will set sail for a sunset cruise with live music and incredible energy from The Few. Meanwhile, DJ Father Tish will kick off one of his famous dance parties on the deck at 6 PM!
Thursday, July 4th at The Porthole
STAFF PICK
Sons Of The East are premier songwriters and a brilliant live act, marking a remarkable independent success story. Their debut album, Palomar Parade, has garnered over 60 million streams, with sold-out shows worldwide. They boast an impressive 300 million streams, 60 million YouTube views, 2 million monthly Spotify listeners, and over 50,000 headline ticket sales, showcasing their strong connection with fans globally. As a steadfastly independent trio, Sons Of The East continue to defy genres and carve out a unique niche among indie folk artists.
Sunday, July 7th at Portland House of Music
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.