We have the guide for your first August weekend of 2021! This weekend is full of LIVE music, game nights, comedy shows, happy hours, farmers markets and a handful of Portland-based events. It’s time to grab your friends and head into Portland, Maine!
Friday, August 6th
All-The-Time Drink Deal | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
$3 cans of Shipyard Brewing Co’s Finder IPA ALL THE TIME. Indoor & outdoor patio dining available at Po’ Boys and Pickles.
Happy Hour at Bird & Co. | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
This insane happy hour deal includes $2 Tecates, $3 dollar house tacos, and $5 margaritas!
East End Vend Outdoor Market | 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
East End Vend will take place twelve times from June to Sept and is an outdoor market in Portland, Maine featuring vendor artists, farmers and foodies! (Location is where Congress Street & Washington Avenue connect. Corner of Otto’s & the Snug Pub)
First Friday Art Walk | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Portland’s First Friday Art Walk is a free self-guided tour of art galleries, art studios, museums, and alternative art venues on the first Friday of every month from 5-8pm.
Maine Outdoor Film Festival | 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM | Purchase Tickets Here
Bring a chair and/or blanket for the annual film festival held at the Eastern Promenade. Each summer, thousands of pass holders, filmmakers, panelists, athletes, brands, and onlookers converge for a multi-day film festival in Maine’s most vibrant city. Portland’s walkability, proximity to four-season outdoor recreation, and nationally renowned food and drink scene make the city an ideal location for a summertime film festival.
CAKEWALK Presents: Last Minute Zach | 9:00 PM – 12:00 AM | $10 Cover
One of Portland’s most experienced and talented DJ’s in the scene. Last Minute Zach is best known for his unique ability to read the crowd and play songs you didn’t know you needed to hear. You never know what you might hear when Last Minute Zach gets on the decks but one things for certain the dance floor will be moving!
Saturday, August 7th
Portland Farmers Market at Deering Oaks Park | 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM
The Portland Farmers Market is held every Wednesday and Saturday from 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Many vendors set up at Deering Oaks Park, with produce, plants, meats, flowers, dairy and more!
Old Port Historic Events | Back to Back Events
Taking place at Monument Square from 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM, experience this 90 minute workout all while learning the rich history of Portland, Maine’s Old Port (1632 – 2021). Shortly after, come and explore the Old Port’s rich history and places of interest in this 2 hour exciting walking tour and historical adventure for all members of the family. This event will take place at Monument Square from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Advanced tickets required at ticketweb.com
All-The-Time Drink Deal | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
$3 cans of Shipyard Brewing Co’s Finder IPA ALL THE TIME. Indoor & outdoor patio dining available at Po’ Boys and Pickles.
Happy Hour at Tomaso’s Canteen | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Happy Hour includes $4 Sangria, $4 Sierra Nevada Torpedos, $3 Miller Lites & Narragansetts, $5 Ice Pik Vodka, $5 Twin Red Hot Dogs, & $2 OFF WINGS!
Happy Hour at Shay’s Bar & Grill | 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Happy Hour includes martinis off their $5 menu for $4 (don’t skip on their Hot & Dirty!) from 4pm-CL (9pm), while every Wednesday Pub Meals are $3 off & Bud drafts run for $2.50 from 4pm-CL (9pm). They also offer dine-in daily specials Monday-Friday 4pm- close (9pm), which are subject to change:
Maine Outdoor Film Festival | 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM | Purchase Tickets Here
Bring a chair and/or blanket for the annual film festival held at the Eastern Promenade. Each summer, thousands of pass holders, filmmakers, panelists, athletes, brands, and onlookers converge for a multi-day film festival in Maine’s most vibrant city. Portland’s walk-ability, proximity to four-season outdoor recreation, and nationally renowned food and drink scene make the city an ideal location for a summertime film festival.
Jay-C Presents: LEO Zodiac Party | 9:00 PM – 1:00 AM | $10 or FREE if born under the sign!
Come on by to Citrus this Saturday night! Honoring your astrological awesomeness every month with pulsating House and Disco grooves featuring Portland’s own Jay-C! Come rep your Zodiac Sign and let your freak flag fly under the neon lights! No cover charge if you were born under the sign!
Sunday, August 8th
East End Vend Outdoor Market | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
East End Vend will take place twelve times from June to Sept and is an outdoor market in Portland, Maine featuring vendor artists, farmers and foodies! (Location is where Congress Street & Washington Avenue connect. Corner of Otto’s & the Snug Pub)
Tea Dance: DJ discodungeon Ft. Curbside Queens | 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM | FREE
Discodungeon is a Portland based Dj and producer. discodungeon uses the medium of sound to connect the various identities that he holds as a queer person of color living in recovery. His mixes can be heard at Sound Cloud. His blends are deeply influenced by early 90’s house, disco, ballroom culture, house, and techno.
Maine Outdoor Film Festival | 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM | Purchase Tickets Here
Bring a chair and/or blanket for the annual film festival held at the Eastern Promenade. Each summer, thousands of pass holders, filmmakers, panelists, athletes, brands, and onlookers converge for a multi-day film festival in Maine’s most vibrant city. Portland’s walk-ability, proximity to four-season outdoor recreation, and nationally renowned food and drink scene make the city an ideal location for a summertime film festival.
Game Night: Fore Play Sports Pub | 7:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Every Sunday night from 7 PM – 1 AM it’s Game Night at Foreplay Sports Pub. With board/card games plus all the Foreplay classics like pool, darts, bubble hockey, foosball, buck hunter, etc. What’s not to love!
Portland House of Music Event | 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM | Purchase Tickets Here
Come by the Portland House of Music for a musical performance by The New Motif this Sunday night!
More event listings within Portland, Maine: CLICK HERE