Buckle up because our Weekend Guide is comin’ at ya! With school vacation coming to its end for children and families, and cabin fever settling in amongst the adults, this weekend makes for the perfect weekend to get out and enjoy one of the many events, parties, shows, concerts, etc. this city is offering.
This weekend, shake it off at State Theatre, weave through stories at Portland Museum of Art, cure your “board-em” at Banded Brewing Co. go do-nuts at Onggi Ferments + Foods, AND MORE. Check it all out below!
Here’s the Weekend Guide for Friday, February 24th – Sunday, February 26th, 2023
Friday the 24th
Educator Happy Hour | Fore River Brewing Company | 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
As a thank you to all the amazing educators, Fore River Brewing Co runs Educator Happy Hour at Friday from 3 PM – 7 PM with 20% off all drafts.
Additionally, the South Portland brewery has a whole slew of deals throughout the week, including $1 off pints on Mondays, $5 rotating can specials on Tuesdays, and an official Happy Hour at the brewery 2 PM – 6 PM Wednesday + Thursday with $6 pints, and Sundays with a $1 off of pints.
Square Loop, Snake Lips, Savor and Milk St. | Urban Farm Fermentory | 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Indie-punk/emo band Square Loop headlines with local support from garage-rock band Snake Lips, the emotionally-driven Savor, and Northeast emo Milk Street. Tickets here.
Best Night Ever: Taylor’s Version | State Theatre | 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Calling all Maine Swifties! Welcome to BEST NIGHT EVER: TAYLOR’S VERSION, a dance party playing nothing but Taylor, all eras. One epic party with deep cuts, hits, and requests! Best Night Ever puts on amazing DJ based events playing everything from 1D, to Taylor Swift, to the Biebs, and everything in between. Grab tickets, bring your friends, and literally have the best night ever. Tickets here.
Maddy’s Theatre Presents: Jack & Phil, Slayers of Giants INC. | Children’s Museum & Theatre | 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Multiple Dates)
Best friends Jack and Phil are faced with a problem: Jack’s family may lose their home and force Jack to move away. In his desperation to save his home, Jack trades his last valuable object – not for money, but for some beans. In this exciting adaptation of Jack and the Beanstalk, Jack and Phil’s friendship is put to the ultimate test while they face the challenges of fame, social media, a hungry giant… and the fate of the world on their very public shoulders! Ideal for ages 5-10 and their families. Tickets here.
Saturday the 25th
Family Day: Fabricating American Perspectives | Portland Museum of Art | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Weave through the many unfolding stories of American Folk Art at the Portland Museum of Art! In connection with American Perspectives, PMA invites visitors of all ages to celebrate Black History Month by exploring the exhibition and engaging in family-friendly activities throughout the day. Activities include Family Relax & Color, Free Film, a family tour, t-shirt and tote design with Loquat, poetry exploration and more.
Everyone age 21 and under is always free to visit the PMA through the generosity of Susie Konkel. Sign up for the Susie Konkel Pass here!
Irish Voices: An Evening of Irish Poetry, Art and Music | Maine Irish Heritage Center | 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Join Maine Irish Heritage Center for an evening celebrating the arts and the Irish influence through poetry, traditional music, and the visual arts. The cultural thread of the literary, music, and visual arts and traditions, whether in Ireland or in America, will be front and center for your enjoyment. The program will feature six Irish poets presenting their original work virtually from Ireland and six from this region reading their work live. The program will include performances from some of the area’s best traditional musicians and also feature accomplished local visual artists showing their work throughout the evening. Tickets here.
Paint Party | The Inn on Peaks Island | 11:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Join local Portland artist Robert Paulette and The Inn on Peaks for an afternoon of fun, food, and friends by the Sea! This is a 4 hour experience and a light lunch a complimentary glass of sparkling wine will be provided. There will also be a cash bar and a photobooth available at the event. All skill levels are welcomed. Call (614) 313- 9719 to book.
Slow Fashion Soiree | Aprés | 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Join Wckd Collective and several other local clothing + adornment artists/vendors for an afternoon of dress up and shopping! The entire back room will be turned into a retail pop-up. Each of the vendors has curated something for EVERY person and body and they can’t wait to hang out with you and enjoy the magnificence that is Aprés.
Half Moon Jug Band | Mayo Street Arts | 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
An interactive night of touching and uproarious Maine-inspired songs about cross-country horse travelers, Civil War heroes, wayward moose, and the culinary delights of tuna noodle casserole. The Half Moon Jug Band is a 21st-century jug band rooted in the Downeast humor and dry wit traditions of their home State O’ Maine. Upbeat and positive, the Half Moon Jug Band does whatever it takes to get you singing along and dancing in the aisles. They firmly believe that “Louie, Louie” is every bit as real a folk song as “She’ll Be Coming ‘Round the Mountain.” Tickets here.
Sunday the 26th
Power Yoga Masterclass | Portland Power Yoga | 12:00 PM – 1:30
Portland Power Yoga’s February Power Yoga Masterclass with Darcy Prock Fitness is 90 mins of heat, flow, breath and vibes. This class is designed for anyone who is looking to deepen their practice regardless of experience level. Different from their workshop-style class, which has start and stop questions, this class will dive deeper into the flow.
Siblings Bakery | Onggi Ferments & Foods | 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Siblings Bakery slides back in on Sunday at Onggi Ferments and Foods!! Siblings Bakery is a cottage bakery in Southern Maine. A one-woman show run by pastry chef Victoria Nam-Sonenstein, Siblings Bakery was started in 2020. Word on the street is there may be some sourdough donuts…
Beer + Board Games | Banded Brewing Co. | 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Banded Brewing Co. is super stoked to announce a new board game session series with Diversions Games! Starting this and continuing every other Sunday, Diversions will be in their taproom with a selection of table top games for you to check out. Stop in anytime between 2PM and 5PM to to learn some new games, or bring your favorite from home! A great chance to have some fun, try new things, and meet new people!
Official Maine Stop: Letters From Home 50-States Tour | at St. Lawrence Arts | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
As the official Maine stop of their 50-States Tour, Letters From Home will bring back the style of the USO with a high-energy performance featuring Erinn Dearth and Dan Beckmann! This duo has performed over 900 shows across the United States for veterans and their families, and performed at the 75th Anniversary of D-Day in Normandy, France. The show is filled with singing, tap dancing, knee-slapping jokes and audience interaction that make up a spectacular performance geared towards uniting the nation through music. Tickets here.
For more events head to our Events Calendar here.
