2024 Guide to Local Live Music Venues in Greater Portland for Residents

If you're planning a trip to Greater Portland, Maine, and enjoy live music, the city has several venues to consider. The Western Promenade, for example, hosts free sunset concerts on Wednesdays from 7-8PM in July and August. This 18-acre public park is a good spot to relax and listen to local musicians.

Another venue is the Portland Head Light in Cape Elizabeth. On Mondays, it hosts the Sounds by the Sea concert series at 6PM, featuring local musicians and the sound of the sea.

The Public House at Maine Craft Distilling is a more intimate venue. It offers live music almost every night from 7-9PM. Admission is free on a first-come, first-served basis. The distillery also hosts the Barrel Room Series nights, where you can listen to a 45-minute concert surrounded by oak barrels.

Thompson’s Point is another venue to consider. On Thursdays and Fridays, it features a variety of live musical acts. The venue is family-friendly and offers free admission. Food trucks and drinks are available for purchase.

Finally, there are venues that combine bowling and live music. They feature a variety of musicians on most weekend nights. In the summer, some of these venues offer rooftop concerts. The city's 1350 seat theatre has a line-up for 2024, including The Flaming Lips and Lake Street Dive. If you're visiting Maine this summer, these venues offer a variety of live music options.

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