Free waterfront concerts at Waterfront Park in Gardiner. Photo courtesy of Gardiner Main Street
Find weekly outdoor live music near you.
Catching a concert at sunset is one of summer’s most magical experiences. Here in Maine, you don’t have to look far to find a summer concert series happening near you. The beat goes on with at least one series every night of the week, and most of them are free.
Concerts are free unless otherwise noted.
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Biddeford
Music in the Park SeriesHeart of Biddeford hosts live music at Mechanics Park at the corner of Main and Water Streets from June 24 through Aug. 5. Settle in on the lawn with a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy performers from New England and beyond. This summer also features the Biddeford Public Market, returning with a vibrant mix of fresh produce, handmade goods and unique finds from local farmers and makers. When hunger strikes, stop by the food vendors for a tasty bite to fuel your evening.(Website)
Kennebunk
Recreation Concerts in the ParkConcerts at Lafayette Park on Wednesdays from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Each week features at least one food truck, too.(Website)
Ocean Park
Ocean Park Association Music Festival SeriesSundays at the Ocean Park bandstand (across from the Ocean Park Soda Fountain) on from June 29 to Aug. 24, starting at 7 p.m. Rain location: Ocean Park Temple. Prices range from $0-20 per show based on location and membership. (Website)
Old Orchard Beach
Rock the Park Summer Concert SeriesThe Ballpark at Old Orchard Beach hosts a series of ticketed tribute concerts ($15 general admission, $12 for seniors, military and first responders, and free for 12 and under). The lineup includes tributes to Elvis (July 2), Jimmy Buffett (July 9), Taylor Swift (July 16), Chris Stapleton (July 23), AC/DC (July 30) and Poison (Aug. 6) and the Classic Rock Orchestra (July 30). Food and drinks available for purchase. (Website)
Ogunquit
Music in the ParkFree summer concerts on Sundays from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Dorothea Jacobs Grant Common, a tree-lined park tucked behind Obed’s parking lot (86 Obed’s Lane). The lineup includes The Fossils (July 5), Dis and Dat (July 12), Yamica Peterson (July 19), Tru Diamond, a Neil Diamond tribute band (July 26), Party On! (Aug. 2), Fugitive (Aug. 9), North River (Aug. 16), Stone Broke (Aug. 23) and Southside Blues (Aug. 30). (Website)
Saco
Music on MainFree live music on the corner of Main and Storer Streets on the second Fridays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.: Doug Kolmar (June 13), Katie Daggett and Ed Desjardins (July 11) and Hemlock Hill Echo, Hannah Zacharer and Red Hinds (Aug. 8). (Website)
South Berwick
Hot Summer NightsA volunteer-run concert series on Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. at Shoetown Park behind the Community Center and Fire Department (71 Norton St.). Rain location is in the Community Center. The lineup is Mackie Bogh and Beckett Barlow (July 9), PBJ & E (July 16), Connor Garvey with Ben Cosgrove on piano (July 23), Old Hat String Band (July 30) and Kogan Serrano (Aug. 6 at 6:15 p.m.). (Website)
Wells
Wells Harbor Summer Concert SeriesSaturday night concerts on Wells Harbor at Hope Hobbs Gazebo at Wells Harbor Park (331 Harbor Road). The lineup includes The Reminisants (June 27), The Party Starters (July 4), Deep Blue C Studio Orchestra (July 11), Roadhouse Band (July 25), The Fossils (Aug. 1), Tru Diamond Neil Diamond tribute (Aug. 8), The Rockin’ Daddios (Aug. 15), Dock Squares (Aug. 22), Club Soda Band (Aug. 29) and New Legacy Swing Band (Sept. 5).(Website)
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Cape Elizabeth
Sounds by the SeaA family-oriented summer concert series on Mondays at Fort Williams Park at either the bandstand or the picnic shelter. The lineup is Bailey’s Mistake (July 6), Joan Kennedy Band (July 13), Curse of Kona (June 20), The STEM Brothers (July 27), Bluehill (Aug. 3) and Portland Symphony Orchestra Ensemble (Aug. 10). Bring chairs, blankets, a picnic and a donation for the Rotary food drive. (Website)
Falmouth
Concerts in the ParkMondays at the Village Park Gazebo (22 Hat Trick Road) from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Bring chairs and a picnic. Free. (Website)
Freeport
L.L. Bean Summer in the ParkL.L. Bean is bringing some of Maine’s best homegrown musical talent to the free summer concert series at the Flagship Store’s Discovery Park on Saturday nights at 7 p.m. (Tip: You can set out chairs up to three hours in advance and get something to eat from a food truck.) The lineup includes Toby McAllister & The Sierra Sounds (June 13), Andi Fawcett Country (June 20), Danny Breau & Band (June 27), Don Campbell Band (July 4), Lexi James and Wildheart (July 11), and Skosh (July 18). The finale on July 25 features Louisa Stancioff at 3 p.m., Sneaky Miles at 5 p.m. and Spencer Albee & The Speed of Sound at 7 p.m. (L.L. Bean also hosts free family movies on the lawn at 7 p.m. on Fridays from June 19 to July 24.) (Website)
Gorham
Concerts at the GazeboFree concerts on Tuesdays from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Gazebo on the Municipal Center Lawn (75 South St.) or, if it rains, at Shaw Gym. The lineup includes Saco River Jazz Band (June 23), Two Morrows & a Mike (June 30), Hot Damn Duo! (July 7), The High Spirits (July 14), “Quiet” Riot Act (July 21), JC & The Aces (July 28) and 2 for Jackson (Aug. 4). (Website)
Peaks Island
Jones Landing on Peaks IslandCatch a Casco Bay Lines ferry (www.cascobaylines.com)out of Portland to Peaks Island for reggae from 2 to 6 p.m. every Sunday afternoon, Memorial Day through Aug. 2. $10 cover. (Website)
Portland
Bayside Bowl’s Rooftop Summer Concert Series: Enjoy an incredible view of the city during a ticketed sunset concert on the roof at Bayside Bowl (58 Alder St.). Shows run from June 4 to Sept. 24, and most of them are on Thursdays at 6 p.m. (Website)
Congress Square Park’s Square to Square: Select Thursdays, 6-8 p.m. at Congress Square Park, presented by One Longfellow Square and Friends of Congress Square Park. The lineup includes Sigrid Sibley & Thomas Charles Clukey (July 2), Portland Jazz Orchestra (July 16); Tricky Britches (July 30), Toby McAllister & The Sierra Sounds (Aug. 20), and Heather Lynn & Melvin Gradiz Band (Aug. 27). (Website)
Eastern Prom Concerts: Free weekly concerts at Fort Allen Park the Eastern Promenade with Casco Bay as the backdrop. The lineup includes The Renovators (July 9), Delta Knights Band (July 16), The Hidden Garden Band (July 23), Chandler’s Military Band (July 30), Cattle Call (Aug. 6), Blues Prophets (Aug. 13), Misspent Youth (Aug. 20) and Hello Newman (Aug. 27). (Website)
LoveLincolnPark Summer Concert Series: Friends of Lincoln Park host free live music at the corner of Congress and Pearl Streets from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The lineup includes Hidden Garden Band (July 21), Blues Prophets (July 28), Road Trip Band (Aug. 4), Memphis Lightning (Aug. 11) and Wayne Street Band (Aug. 18). (Website)
Summer Sunsets at Thompson’s Point: Food trucks, lawn games and free live music from 5 p.m. through sunset on select Thursdays and Fridays during the summer (when there’s no State Theatre Presents Concert). For dates and bands: (Website)
Sounds of Summer in Payson Park Second Tuesday concerts in the Payson Park Triangle off of Baxter Boulevard. The lineup includes Erica Brown and the Bluegrass Connection (June 23 at 6:30 p.m.), Tom DiMenna Duo (July 14 at 6:30 p.m.), Jeezum Crow (Aug. 11 at 6:30 p.m.) and Primo Cubano (Sept. 8 at 6 p.m.). Rain dates are the following Tuesday, same time and place. (Website)
Western Promenade: Enjoy the sunset while listening to live music on Wednesday nights on the Western Promenade in Portland’s West End. The lineup includes The Macrotones (July 8 at 7:30 p.m.), Springtide (July 15 at 7:30 p.m.), Tre.Charles (July 22 at 7:15 p.m.), Dirigo Strings (July 29 at 7 p.m.), Mamadou Band (Aug. 5 at 6:45 p.m. and Soggy Po’ Boys (Aug. 19 at 6:30 p.m.). (Website)
Scarborough
Concerts in the ParkFood trucks and live music Thursdays at Memorial Park (5 Durant Drive; near the high school) at 6:30 p.m. from June 26 to July 31. The lineup includes Motor Booty Affair (June 25), U.S. Army Band (July 2), Delta Knights (July 9), Stolen Mojo (July 16), Don Campbell (July 23) and Under the Covers (July 30). (Website)
South Portland
Mill Creek Summer Concert SeriesFree concerts at Mill Creek Park on Wednesdays at 6 p.m. The lineup includes Journey tribute Infinity Project (July 8), Fleetwood Mac tribute Wild Rumours (July 15), Neil Diamond tribute Cherry Cherry (July 22), Beatles tribute Paperback Writer (July 29), ’80s rock band Hair Nation (Aug. 5), The Cars tribute Good Times Roll (Aug. 12), Hell on Hells queens of country (Sept. 2), yacht rock Point of Sail (Sept. 9), classic rock The Davanos (Sept. 16) and Heart by Heart, featuring original members (Sept. 23). (Website)
Westbrook
207 Music Series: Free concerts with local artists making their name on select Saturdays from 5 to 7 p.m. at Westbrook Common on Main Street. The lineup includes Phil ‘n the Blanks (June 27), Thomas Charles Clukey (July 11), Curse of Kona (July 25), Dooryarders (Aug. 1), Sigrid Sibley (Aug. 15) and Rob Babson & Friends (Aug. 29). Plus a local vendor market from 4 to 7 p.m. (Website)
Riverbank Park: Tuesday concerts at the Riverbank Park Gazebo (677 Main St.) from 6 to 8 p.m.(Website)
Vallée Square: Free summer concerts on an urban street near the Saccarappa Falls. The lineup includes country hits with Andi Fawcett (July 9), Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers tribute Running Down a Dream (July 16), Fleetwood Mac tribute Say You Love Me (July 30), Motor Booty Affair (Aug. 6), Masterstroke: The Queen Experience (Aug. 13) and ’80s night with Jetport FM and Stolen Mojo (Aug. 20). Shows are from 7 to 9 p.m., and there’s a cash bar. (Website)
The Saccarappa Concert Series at the Conant Homestead (89 Conant Street) takes place amid gardens, goats and chickens, with a $15–20 suggested donation for the musicians. The lineup includes Heyday Suite (June 12), Hildaland (June 26), Bess Jacques and the Strays (July 10), Yard Sauce (July 31), King Memphis (Aug. 14) and Amy Stacy Curtis (Aug. 28). Grounds open at 6 p.m., and concerts begin at 7 p.m. Parking is on the house side of Conant Street and at Ernie’s Cycle Shop. Bring your own food, drinks and chairs. (Website)
Westbrook Common Series: Free concerts on select Saturdays at 5 p.m. at Westbrook Common on Main Street, courtesy of Downtown Westbrook and 98.9 WCLZ. June 28, Ol’ Tom Riley; July 5, Dominic Lavoie; July 12, Frank Gallagher; July 19, Hildaland; Aug. 2, Elias Judas; Aug. 9, Joe Sweeney; Aug. 16, Jeezum Crow; and Sept. 6, Connor Garvey. (Website)
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Bridgton
Bridgton’s Music on MaineFree live music 6-9 p.m. at 144 Main St. on select Saturdays: Eaglemania (May 23), Classic Stones Live (June 27), Coyote Island (July 4), 4ners Journey (July 25), Jerrod Niemann (Aug. 22), Almost Queen (Sept. 26), Motor Booty Affair (Oct. 24)(Website)
Cornish
Saco River Festival Association ConcertsSummer concerts on Wednesdays from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Old Cornish Fairgrounds, beside Bangor Savings Bank. The lineup is Haggard & Cashed (July 1), Hildaland (July 8), Bakery Band (July 15) and Primo Cubano (July 22). (website)
Harrison
Music Heals Summer Concert SeriesThe Barn (63 Spring House Road) presents Music Heals free summer concerts (and a food truck) on Wednesdays from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., rain or shine. The lineup includes The Don Campbell Band (July 1), Guilty as Charged (July 8), After Dark Band (July 15), The Terry Swett Band (July 22), Sierra Harris Band (July 29), Country Roads (Aug. 5), Lavenson & Company (Aug. 12), Pete Finkle (Aug. 19), Hello Newman (Aug. 26), Frank Foot (Sept. 2), After Dark Duo (Sept. 9) and Mike Jetti (Sept. 16). BYOB. (Website)
Naples
Village Green Summer ConcertsFree live music on Sundays at Village Green from 6 to 7 p.m. In case of rain, event may be moved to the Methodist Church. (Website)
Paris
Paris Parks and Recreation Summer Concert SeriesFood trucks (starting at 5 p.m.) and music (starting at 6 p.m.) at Moore Park. The lineup is Country Road (July 8), Delta Knights Band (July 15), DJ Peter G (July 22), Pale Horse (July 29), Jordan Kaulback (Aug. 5), The Cobblestones (Aug. 12) and Hurricane Mountain Band (Aug. 19). (Website)
Poland
Poland Spring Sunset Concert SeriesThe Poland Spring Preservation Society hosts a sunset concert series on Mondays at 6:30 p.m. at the Poland Spring Resort (22 Robbins Way). An entry fee of $5 per person is used to help protect and restore the Maine State Building and All Souls Chapel. The lineup includes The Poland Regional High School Chorus (June 8 in All Souls Chapel), Preston & Curry (June 22), Continental Shakedown (June 29), The Cobblestones (July 13), Toby McAllister & The Sierra Sounds (July 20), Seagrass (July 27), Christie Ray (Aug. 3), Joan Kennedy Band (Aug. 10), Seth Gallant (Aug. 17), Sigrid Sibley Band (Aug. 24) and The World Famous Grassholes (Aug. 31). When the weather isn’t ideal, performances will be in the All Souls Chapel or the Maine Inn Dining Room. (Website)
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Bath
Summer Concert SeriesLibrary Park Gazebo: Library Park Gazebo Summer Concert Series: Tuesdays and Fridays at Library Park and Saturdays at Waterfront Park from June 17 to Sept. 15, starting at 6:30 p.m. The season lineup includes Bath Municipal Swing Band, Bath Municipal Concert Band, Scott Davis Band and Nor’easters Barbershop Chorus, Maine Pops! and Volunteers Jazz Band. visitbath.com/summer-concert-series(Website)
Levitt AMP Bath Waterfront Concert Series: Saturdays at the Linwood E. Temple Waterfront Park in Bath at 5 p.m. The lineup includes Ada Diop Trio with special guests Pan Fried Steel (July 11), The Bow Tides (July 25), The Shadow Riders (Aug. 8), Mystic Bowie’s Talking Dreads (Aug. 15.), YellowHouse Blues Band (Aug. 22) and Dylan Chambers & Band (Aug. 29). The fun starts earlier on July 18, with monster-making at 3 p.m., a dance workshop led by Monster Garden at 4:30 p.m., and a Gentleman Brawlers concert at 5 p.m. (Website)
Bowdoinham
Summer Sundays Concert SeriesNine Sundays of live music at Mailly Waterfront Park from July 5 to Aug. 30 from 6 to 8 p.m. Concerts may also be paired with a benefit dinner to be hosted by a local nonprofit. (Website)
Bear Mountain Inn + Barn Music on the Lawn
Free music on Wednesdays from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. (“doors” opening at 6 p.m.) on the lawn of Bear Mountain Inn + Barn (364 Waterford Road, Bridgton). Food and beverage for purchase. The rain plan is to go inside the barn. The lineup includes Second String Band (June 10), Killah B’s (June 17), Bruce Marshall and Cobblestones (July 1), Rumor Has It (July 15) and Hello Newman (July 22). (website)
Brunswick
Music on the Mall Summer Concert SeriesWednesdays at Brunswick Town Mall from 6 to 7:30 pm. The lineup includes Cilantro (June 24), The Clements Brothers (July 1), JimmyJo & the Jumbol’Ayuhs (July 8), Pat Colwell & The Sun Sensations (July 15), Maine State Music Theatre (July 22), Breaking Strings (July 29), Bonnie Edwards and The Practical Cats (Aug. 5), Lexi James & Wildheart (Aug. 12) and Tiger Bomb (Aug. 19. (Website)
Harpswell
Bandstand by the SeaThursdays at George J. Mitchell Field at 6 p.m. The lineup is Harpswell Concert Band (June 25), Ragtime Destroyers (July 2), Erica Brown & The Bluegrass Connection (July 9), Harpswell Concert Band (July 16), Onward (July 23), The Resonauts (July 30), Delta Knights (Aug. 6), Portland Jazz Orchestra (Aug. 13), JimmyJo & The Jumbol’ayuhs (Aug. 20), Pat Colwell & The Sun Sensations (Aug. 27), and Harpswell Concert Band (Sept. 3). (Website)
Lisbon
Discover Lisbon Tasty Music at Tasty TuesdaysFood trucks and free concerts at Worumbo Riverfront Event Center from 5:30 to 7 p.m. The lineup includes Crosshair (June 9), Kaiju (July 7), Glory Daze (Aug. 4) and 13 Black (Sept. 1).(Website)
Lisbon Concert Series in the Park
Free concerts at 18 School Street in Lisbon Falls from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The lineup includes Pejescot Station (July 19), Glory Daze (July 26), Kaiju (Aug. 9) and Judd Caswell (Aug. 15). (Website)
Whitefield
Sheepscot General Store Outdoor Summer Concert SeriesA series of Friday night concerts at Sheepscot General Store and Farm (98 Townhouse Road) typically from 6 to 8 p.m. Suggested donation of $5 per person or $10 per family. The lineup includes Rockville (May 29), Tom Giordano/Bruce Hardina (June 5), Doug Mourier/Thomas Cayer (June 12), annual ice cream social with the Newell Family Band and Oyster Creek Fiddlers (June 19), Peter Blachly/Coleman Martin (June 26), Moontide (July 3), 40 Thieves (July 10), Magic 8 Ball (July 17), Rot on the Vine (July 24), Leopard Girls (July 31), Tom Whitehead and Wurlibird (Aug. 7), The Midnight Rides (Aug. 14), Innana (Aug. 21), Sigrid Sibley (Aug. 28), The Golden Road (Sept. 4, 5–7 p.m.), David Foley & Pixie Lauder (Sept. 11, 5–7 p.m.)
Fridays are pizza night with pies made with fresh ingredients from the organic farm (tip: order early).(Website)
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Alna
Sunday Music on the RailwayTrains for Music on the Railway depart Sheepscot Station (97 Cross Road, Alna) promptly at 2 p.m. and return by 4:45 p.m. at the conclusion of the concert. The musical lineup is Sandy River Ramblers (June 14), Half Moon Jug Band (July 12), Jamie Saft Trio (Aug. 1) Stillwater (Aug. 9), and Toby McAllister (Sept. 13). Tickets are $28.75 for adults (ages 13+), $12.25 for youth ages 4-15 and free for children 3 and under; ticket price includes steam train ride, concert admission and parking. Season passes and caboose group reservations available. (Website)
Belfast
Live music at Steamboat Landing Park near the waterfront in Belfast on Thursdays from June 25 to Sept 3 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Walking distance from food trucks, restaurants, and pubs or bring a picnic. (website)
Camden
Camden Snow BowlFree outdoors concerts Sunday nights in August at the Camden Snow Bowl, with open seating on the hillside. The lineup is The Resonauts (Aug. 2), The Right Track (Aug. 9), Haggard and Cashed (Aug. 16), Once an Outlaw (Aug. 23). In bad weather, concerts may move to the Camden Opera House (the decision will be made by 5 p.m. the day before and posted on camdenoperahouse.com).
Rockport
Arts on the HillIf you enjoy a concert with a side of hiking, check out the free series at Beech Hill Preserve. Park at the main trailhead at 316 Beech Hill Road and follow the trail .6 mile up a steady incline. The lineup includes Rockville (July 1, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.), Jen Schott (July 9, 6 to 7:30 p.m.), Hot Suppers (July 19, 6 to 7:30 p.m.) and The Sugar Snaps (Sept. 2, 5:30 to 7 p.m.).(Website)
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Auburn
Auburn Community Concert BandThis ensemble of 57 volunteer musicians performs hits from the ’60s to the present on Wednesdays from June 17 to Aug. 19 at Festival Plaza (Main Street) from 7 to 8:15 p.m. Bring your own chair. Shine only—there’s no indoor location. But there is free parking across the street in the city garage.
(Website)Kona Brewing Concert Series at Lost Valley
Kona Brewing (200 Lost Valley Road, Auburn) hosts an all-ages summer concert series on Fridays June 19 to Sept. 4 (except July 3). “Doors” open at 4 p.m. (though shows are outdoors unless it rains), and the music starts at 6:30 p.m. Bring your own lawn chair but not food and drink—there’s a food truck, plus sit-down dining in Lost Valley’s Pub and, of course, beer, cocktails, ciders and seltzers on the Kona Brewing menu. The lineup is Skosh (June 19), Toby McAllister & The Sierra Sounds (June 26), Sierra Harris Band (July 10), The Smith Collab (July 17), Closson Memorial Phundraiser with Farmhouse Project (July 24), Incubus Maine (July 31), After Dark Band (Aug. 7), Hairy Pie (Aug. 14), ISH (Aug. 21), Burning Time (Aug. 28) Hello Newman (Sept. 4). (Website)
Augusta
Waterfront Wednesdays Concert SeriesBring a chair or a blanket and enjoy music 6 to 8 p.m. on select Wednesdays: Laura Hudson Project (June 17), Working Class (June 24), Cruel Intentions (July 8), Ashley & The Manics (July 15), Black Wolf Band (July 22), Duke Dog Band (July 29) and DJ Matt James (Aug. 15). There will be a food truck each week, too. Free. (Website)
Gardiner
Johnson Hall Waterfront Summer ConcertsFree concerts on Fridays at Waterfront Park from 6 to 8 p.m. The lineup includes Don Campbell Band (June 26), The Laura Hudson Project (July 3), Scolded Dogs (July 10), Boogie Mob (July 17), Yard Sauce (July 24), School Street Band (July 31), Purgatory Jack (Aug. 7), Jenny Jumpstart & The Cap Guns (Aug. 14), Shelby Cobb (Aug. 21); and Angelikah Fahray (Aug. 28). Food vendors. Free. (Website)
Turner
Music for Mavis SeriesLive music on Tuesdays at The Gazebo on the lawn at the Leavitt Institute Building from 6:30 to 8 p.m. (May through August) and 6 to 7:30 p.m. (September). Suggested $10 donation. The lineup includes Lefty and the Ladies (June 2), Jodi Boys (June 9), Chicks With Sticks (June 16), Backwoods Road Band (June 23), Bobby Colwell Trio (June 30), Continental Shakedown (July 4), Black Cat Road (July 7), Moosehedz (July 14), The Fossils (July 21), Smith Collaboration (July 28), The Terry Swett Band (Aug. 4), Denny Breau (Aug. 11), Bonnie and the Practical Cats (Aug. 18), Dirty McCurdy (Aug. 25), Hot Damn (Sept. 1) and Pam Weeks (Sept. 8).(Website)
Waterville
Waterville RocksFriday night concerts at 7 p.m. at the Head of the Falls in downtown Waterville (or, in case of rain, at the Waterville Opera House). The lineup includes The Shizzle (July 10), The Brothers Comatose (July 24), Sparks the Rescue (July 31) and Zepparella (Aug. 7). Plus a kids’ art activity, food trucks and a beer garden. (Website)
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Bangor
Bangor Public Library Summer MusicThe Bangor Public Library (145 Harlow St.) hosts an all-ages summer music series on the patio. Bring your own chairs. The lineup includes Bangor Band (June 23 at 6:30 p.m.), PanStorm steel drums (July 1 at 6 p.m.), The Skyliners (July 8 at 6 p.m.), The Silve Duo (July 15 in the Lecture Hall at 6 p.m.) and Dirigo Strings (Aug. 5 at 6 p.m.). Check the calendar for rain dates. (Website)
The Bangor Band
The oldest continuous community band in New England presents free concerts in the Bangor area from June 16 to Aug. 11. Locations vary by week. (Website)
Orono
Summer Concert SeriesTuesdays at 6 p.m. on the Orono Village Green (in case of rain, concerts will move to the High Schools’ Performing Arts Center). The lineup includes Tough End String Band (June 30), Colby Darling (July 7), Waxwing (July 14), Twisted Swing Big Band (July 21), Tom DiMenna (July 28) and Just Honey (Aug. 4). (Website)
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Andover
Summer Concert SeriesFree concerts every other Friday at the bandstand at Town Common (at the intersection of Routes 5 and 120) from 6 to 8 p.m., rain or shine. The lineup includes The Acoustipalians (May 29), Drunk in Public (June 12); Tim Dion with The Acoustipalians (June 26), Barney Martin (July 10 in the church), Pete Coolidge (July 24), The Cobblestones (Aug. 7), Denny Breau (Aug. 21 in the church) and The Acoustipalians (Sept. 4). Free with donations appreciated. (Website)
Farmington
Western Maine Foothills BandThe Western Maine Foothills Band plays marches, waltzes and big band tunes Mondays at Meeting House Park from 7 to 8:30 p.m.Free. (Website)
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Bar Harbor
Bar Harbor Town BandThis one has been a tradition since 1898! The Bar Harbor Town Band puts on a series of free, one-hour concerts on the Town Green at 7:30 p.m. (with the Bar Harbor Congregation Church as a rain location). 2026 concerts are on July 2, July 4, July 6, July 9, July 13, July 16, July 20, July 23, July 27, July 30, Aug. 3, Aug. 6, Aug. 10 and Aug. 13. (website)
Hancock
Monday Music at Tidal FallsBring your blankets and chairs, grab a bite to eat from one of the food trucks, and enjoy an evening of music with the beautiful reversing falls at Tidal Falls Preserve (72 Tidal Falls Road) as a backdrop. The lineup is The Sugar Snaps (July 13), BookHead SweetTooth (July 20), The Katherine Perkins Band (July 27) and The Milk & Honey Rebellion. Shows are at 6 p.m. (Website)
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Presque Isle
UPMC Sunset Music SeriesFood trucks and free concerts on Wednesdays at Beach 1 with two bands, from 5:30 p.m. to sunset.The lineup includes Flagship Steel Band and Tommy Link (June 17), Bummer Country and Ray and the Country Kind (June 24), Shani Bills and Tennessee Backporch (July 1), Midnight Frolic and Andrani (July 8), Elle Taylor and Savage Daughter (July 15) and 2 for the Show and Lopaka Rootz (July 22). Swimming hours are extended, there’s a shuttle, and the park has ample parking and wheelchair-accessible beach pathways. (Website)
Fort Kent
Wonderful Wednesdays at Riverside ParkLive music and food trucks on Wednesdays from 6 to 8 p.m. at Riverside Park (40 Dufour St.). The lineup includes Adam & CJ (June 17), Northern Exposure (June 24), Dave Lizotte (July 1), Guilty Pleasure (July 8), Roxxu (July 15), Isaac Leach (July 22), Boomerang (July 29), The Gents (Aug. 5), Trish King & Linda Brown (Aug. 12) and Isaac Leach and Boomerang (Aug. 19, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.).
Music on the Western Promenade in Portland.
The Undertow Brass Band in Bath. Photo courtesy of The Chocolate Church Arts Center
One Time Concerts
The Bangor Band
The oldest continuous community band in New England presents free concerts in the Bangor area. For dates: www.bangorband.org.
Flash in the Pans
This community-based steel drum band based in Blue Hill is performing donate-what-you-can benefit concerts for local nonprofits across Downeast Maine. Performances are Mondays, May 26 to Sept. 7, 7:30–9 p.m. For details: flashinthepans.org.
Maine Pops Concert Band
The Maine Pops Concert Band is performing at the Robert Browne Hall Day Music Festival at Westbrook Community Center, Westbrook (July 27, 9 a.m.), Heseltine Park, Woodfords Corner Community, Portland (July 15, 7 p.m.), St. David’s Episcopal Church, Kennebunk (July 22, 7 p.m.), Bath Library Park Gazebo, Bath (Aug. 7, 6:30 p.m.) and Scarborough Summerfest, Scarborough (Aug. 21, 6 p.m.). Three of Maine Pops’ nine active small ensembles also have separate performances: The Harbor Brass Quintet will play at morning worship at St. Nicholas Episcopal Church, Scarborough (June 27, 9:30 a.m.). The Beach Street Big Band will play at the Yarmouth Clam Festival, Yarmouth (July 19, 11:30 a.m.) and at Jordan Hall in Ocean Park (July 29, 7 p.m.). The Polished Brass Ensemble will play at Camp Timanous Beach in Raymond (Aug. 26, 6 p.m.). For more: www.mainepops.org.
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Summer Sunsets at Thompson's Point, Portland. Photo: James Liebowitz.
Concert at Vallee Square in Westbrook. Photo: Heather Chandler
Wells Harbor summer concerts. Photo: Town of Wells
Concert at Vallee Square in Westbrook. Photo: Main Street Maine
Wells Harbor summer concerts. Photo: Town of Wells
Photo: Auburn Community Concert Band
