We have the guide for your last July weekend of 2021! This weekend is full of LIVE music, game nights, comedy shows, farmers markets and a boatload of Portland-based events. It’s time to grab your friends and head into Portland, Maine!
Friday, July 30th
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 Bayside Bowl | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Enjoy cheap beer and bowling! Happy hour runs until 5PM with $2 domestic beers, $2 Moosehead drafts, and $5 frozen drinks.
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!
Happy Hour at Batson River Brewing | 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Menu includes cheap priced beer & wine, along with rotating cocktail specials, $10 plates and $5 snacks
Portland Lobster Co: Elise Testone Trio | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM | FREE
LIVE music performance by the Elise Testone Trio at Portland Lobster Co this Friday from 3-6PM.
Portland Lobster Co: Vinyl Tap | 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM | FREE
LIVE at Portland Lobster Company, Vinyl Tap will be jamming for a 3 hour performance. Grab a bite to eat, a beer to drink, and enjoy the music!
Porthole: Ragged Jack Rockin’ the Deck | 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM | FREE
Come to Porthole Restaurant & Pub to see an American Roots Rockabilly Trio playing rock n’ roll, blues, country, and bluegrass music.
The Comedy of Errors (Starts at 6:30 PM)
Grab a picnic dinner and a FREE + LIVE comedy show at the Bandstand in Deering Oaks Park!
Saturday, July 31st
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
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:
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!
Portland Lobster Co: Scotti River Trio | 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM | FREE
LIVE at Portland Lobster Company, Scotti River Trio will be playing during the afternoon for FREE.
Portland Lobster Co: Eric Bettencourt & Friends | 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM | FREE
LIVE at Portland Lobster Company, Eric Bettencourt & Friends will be jamming for a 3 hour performance. Grab a bite to eat, a beer to drink, and enjoy the music!
The Comedy of Errors (Starts at 6:30 PM)
Grab a picnic dinner and a FREE + LIVE comedy show at the Bandstand in Deering Oaks Park!
Sunday, August 1st
Portland Lobster Co: Mitch Alden | 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM | FREE
LIVE at Portland Lobster Company, Mitch Alden is performing his Now Is Now album for 3 full hours! Enjoy classic Portland food and local beers all while enjoying some unique LIVE music.
Portland Lobster Co: Dominic Lavoie & Friends | 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM | FREE
LIVE at Portland Lobster Company, Dominic Lavoie & Friends are going to rock the house, all while you’re enjoying classic meals and drinks with a killer view.
Porthole Restaurant & Pub: Hello Newman Band | 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM | FREE
Come to Porthole Restaurant & Pub to see the Hello Newman Band perform LIVE music from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM this Sunday! They are a 90’s Alternative Rock, Ska, Rap and Swing Cover Band… pretty much anything that was played on WCYY in the 90’s.
Bach Virtuosi Festival | 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM | FREE for Students | Adults Purchase Tickets Here
This Sunday there will be a special concert series offering Portland residents and visitors a world class performance of Bach and his contemporaries. Their world class, internationally renowned musicians will bring you the brilliant performances of Bach with both skill, passion and love.
More event listings within Portland, Maine: CLICK HERE
Enjoy your weekend in Portland, Maine!!!