Events

This calendar includes social and business events hosted in Downtown Bangor, and arts and culture activities of regional interest. To see future or past events, use the arrows beside the dates. The icon indicates a recurring event. You can also find events in Downtown Bangor on our Facebook page. To submit an event, use the the event submission form. For details on a specific event, please follow the link in the event listing, as events are arranged by a variety of host organizations.

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Next Chapter Book Club

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Next Chapter Book Club is a community-based book club for adolescents and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our members (including some who cannot read) love books for the same reasons most people do. We all enjoy being transported to different worlds where we meet interesting characters and learn new things. Taking that journey with […]

Stitch & Sip

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Calling all fiber artists! Join us every other Thursday for an evening of crocheting, knitting, coffee, and tea! All skill levels and fiber arts are welcome, but bring your own project if you can.

Bangor Pub Run

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Every Thursday at 6:30pm we gather in front of Paddy Murphy’s, run 3-5 miles, and then grab a drink somewhere downtown (location varies). Sometimes when people first start coming, or if they are coming back from an injury they might not run the whole 3 miles and that’s totally ok! People are welcome to run […]

Trivia Night at Nocturnem Draft Haus

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Come participate in trivia night at Nocturnem Draft Haus on Thursdays! From 7 – 9:30pm with weekly prizes to win.

On Golden Pond

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The play that inspired the Oscar Award Winning Movie, On Golden Pond is the love story of Norman and Ethel Thayer who have spent every summer of their lives in Maine on Golden Pond. They are ready for a quiet summer in Maine when their daughter, Chelsea, arrives and asks her parents to look after […]

Ghostly Bangor Walking Tour

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The Bangor Historical Society’s Ghostly Bangor Walking Tour features tales of unsolved mysteries, murder, and energies that may still linger in the Queen City. Tours stroll through the streets of Downtown Bangor and last around 90 minutes. Tickets are $12. Advanced ticketing is required. Our tours are capped at 25 guests, and tickets sell out […]

Karaoke at Penobscot Pour House

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THE WAIT IS OVER… KARAOKE IS BACK! Bangor, you asked… and we listened! Karaoke is making its long-awaited return to the Penobscot Pour House! Join us every Thursday night for great music, great people, and unforgettable fun. We’re also excited to welcome back one of Bangor’s favorite karaoke hosts… DJ Mad Kat!Whether you’re a seasoned […]

First Friday Art Walks

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First Friday Art Walks are monthly community events featuring local artists and venues located in downtown, Bangor, Maine. These Art Walks are produced by volunteers in cooperation with the Bangor Art Society and dozens of local businesses! The October 2nd art walk is the last of the 2026. First Friday Art Walks are monthly community […]

Coffee & Conversation

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Everyone is welcome to join the library for Coffee & Conversation, a chance to enjoy free coffee and snacks in a relaxed and casual atmosphere while getting to know one another. Conversation starters will be provided for anyone who would like to participate, or you can just chat. Coffee & Conversation is a program begun […]

ASM Book Club

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The ASM Book Club is a welcoming group for autistic adults who enjoy reading and discussing books connected to autism and neurodivergent experiences. We explore memoirs, non-fiction, fiction, graphic novels, and more. We believe representation matters and mainly read books by autistic authors. The club meets on the 1st Friday of each month at 10:00 […]

Tech Tutoring

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Hannah Cyrus, BPL’s Digital Media Librarian, is available for 60-minute appointments to help you with your computer questions in-person, by phone, or over Zoom. Want to organize your emails? Having trouble using a particular website or program? Wondering why that annoying message keeps popping up on your screen? Whatever your question, Hannah will work with […]

Queen City Expo 2026

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Join us for Queen City Expo 2026! Taking place at the Cross Insurance Center. 3 days of pure geek fun. Happening October 2nd – October 4th. It will have over a ton of celebrity guests, voice actors, vendors, artists, and more! Don’t miss out on panels and photo ops as well! Stay tuned for more […]

On Golden Pond

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The play that inspired the Oscar Award Winning Movie, On Golden Pond is the love story of Norman and Ethel Thayer who have spent every summer of their lives in Maine on Golden Pond. They are ready for a quiet summer in Maine when their daughter, Chelsea, arrives and asks her parents to look after […]

Korean Swordsmanship Beginners Class: First Class Free Friday

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Haidong Gumdo (Traditional Korean Swordsmanship) Gumdo is a dynamic sword focused martial art with techniques dating back to the Korean Three Kingdoms period. Gumdo is easily accessible to people of all levels of fitness and martial arts experience. All necessary equipment will be provided. The first class is free for anyone interested, for more information […]

Bangor's European Market

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A weekly market hosted by Ingrid’s German Gift Shop with local & word-wide meats, seafood, produce, artisanal baked goods, and gifts!

2026 Maine Interpreter Professional Day

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Get together to improve interpretation skills and services to our community. The event is organized by Bangor Chinese School- the home of Northern Maine ASL Interpreter Services Center.

Fall Sidewalk Art Festival

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This year’s Fall Sidewalk Art Festival is happening on October 3rd! Held during Maine Craft Weekend, has more than 75 Maine artists and artist crafters, live musicians, and food trucks filling the streets of Downtown Bangor. Jury-selected artists represent a broad array of artistic disciplines, styles, media, and price points. In addition to visiting artists, […]

Paws on Parade

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WALK THIS WAY to Bangor Humane Society’s 33rd Annual Paws on Parade!! We’ll be back on the Bangor Waterfront with vendors, food trucks, prizes, and DOGS, DOGS, DOGS!! We need YOUR help to make it a huge success! This is our largest fundraiser each year and the money we raise is critical to providing humane […]

Queen City Expo 2026

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Join us for Queen City Expo 2026! Taking place at the Cross Insurance Center. 3 days of pure geek fun. Happening October 2nd – October 4th. It will have over a ton of celebrity guests, voice actors, vendors, artists, and more! Don’t miss out on panels and photo ops as well! Stay tuned for more […]

Saturday Story Stop

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Start your weekend with fun and friends! Discover books, songs, and games to help your child build early literacy, listening, and social skills. Great for kindergarten readiness! Ages 3 – 6

Pet Blessing

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Pet Blessing in honor of St. Francis Day. Join us on October 3rd, drop in between 1:00-3:00pm for your pet blessing. All furry, feathered, scaly and gilled friends are welcome to receive a blessing. All critters must be secured with leashes or in carriers.

Liberty & Legacy: BHS Annual Awards Night

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Saturday, October 3 | 6:00–9:00 PMPenobscot Valley Country Club366 Main Street, Orono Join the Bangor Historical Society for Liberty & Legacy: BHS Annual Awards Night, an evening celebrating those who have made a lasting impact on our community and its history, while commemorating the 250th anniversary of the United States and the Declaration of Independence.Guests […]

They Live – Movie Night Hosted by Maine DSA at The Emporium

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When the Maine chapter of the Democratic Socialists of America came to us and asked if they host their own movie night in our Purple Room, AND that they wanted that movie to be John Carpenter’s 1988 classic They Live, we couldn’t resist. This is event is free and open to anyone who’d like to […]

On Golden Pond

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The play that inspired the Oscar Award Winning Movie, On Golden Pond is the love story of Norman and Ethel Thayer who have spent every summer of their lives in Maine on Golden Pond. They are ready for a quiet summer in Maine when their daughter, Chelsea, arrives and asks her parents to look after […]

Noah & Eli Smith at Hollywood Casino

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Join us at the Sound Stage Lounge inside Hollywood Casino to enjoy some tunes from Noah & Eli Smith!

Pound The Pavement 5K Color Fun Run & Walk

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Let’s all POUND THE PAVEMENT to support those affected by cancer. The 14th Annual Pound the Pavement is scheduled for Sunday, October 4th. The POUND THE PAVEMENT is a Color Fun Run. It is a 5K walk/run event. At each kilometer mark, Pound the Pavement runners/walkers are doused from head to toe in a different […]

Sunday All-Levels Vinyasa Yoga

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Sunday All-Levels Vinyasa Yoga | Sundays at 9:00 AM Start your Sunday with movement, breath, and a little time for yourself. This welcoming Vinyasa class is designed for all ability levels, whether you’re brand new to yoga or have an established practice. Expect a balanced flow incorporating strength, mobility, mindful movement, and options to modify […]

Queen City Expo 2026

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Join us for Queen City Expo 2026! Taking place at the Cross Insurance Center. 3 days of pure geek fun. Happening October 2nd – October 4th. It will have over a ton of celebrity guests, voice actors, vendors, artists, and more! Don’t miss out on panels and photo ops as well! Stay tuned for more […]

Bangor Fall Ritual Market

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𝔟𝔞𝔫𝔤𝔬𝔯 𝔯𝔦𝔱𝔲𝔞𝔩 𝔪𝔞𝔯𝔨𝔢𝔱 Sunday, October 4th from 10am – 3pmAt the Bangor waterfront park BANGOR WE’RE COMING FOR YA! Our first ever market in Bangor is coming this fall. We’re so happy to be bringing Ritual further north, it’s been a long time coming. We’ll have 45+ vendors set up on the grass at the […]

Sunday Community Jam

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Sundays at 2 Feet, come to the community jam, where people just show up with instruments and play from 2 to 5. 2 Feet Brewing is a family-run brewpub in the heart of Downtown Bangor that features craft brews created by Cory Ricker, and pub fare and desserts made by his wife, Nit-Noi. Their son, […]

Tarot Card & Intuitive Readings

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Come visit Red Rabbit Bazaar to get your tarot read! Tarot and Intuitive Readings available every 1st Sunday of the month from 2:00pm to 4:00pm.

On Golden Pond

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The play that inspired the Oscar Award Winning Movie, On Golden Pond is the love story of Norman and Ethel Thayer who have spent every summer of their lives in Maine on Golden Pond. They are ready for a quiet summer in Maine when their daughter, Chelsea, arrives and asks her parents to look after […]

A Para-Talk by Frankie O'Sullivan at The Emporium

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We here at The Emporium are excited to welcome professional Paranormal Investigator Frankie O’Sullivan! Mr. O’Sullivan has 40 years of paranormal investigation experience and formerly served as East Coast Director for the Warren Foundation for Paranormal Studies. He previously hosted All Things Paranormal on Dash Radio’s Talk-X, served as Lead Investigator on The Crossover Discoveries […]

Ghostly Bangor Walking Tour

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The Bangor Historical Society’s Ghostly Bangor Walking Tour features tales of unsolved mysteries, murder, and energies that may still linger in the Queen City. Tours stroll through the streets of Downtown Bangor and last around 90 minutes. Tickets are $12. Advanced ticketing is required. Our tours are capped at 25 guests, and tickets sell out […]

Monday Karaoke at Paddy Murphy's

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Be part of the rumpus! Monday nights starting at 9pm, it’s karaoke night at Paddy’s!

Learn About Rug Braiding

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Local rug braiders have been meeting at the library to work on their craft. Starting this fall, we invite you stop into one of these Monday morning sessions to learn more. Questions like: What is rug braiding, what equipment or fabric do you need, and is it hard to learn? will be answered. This is […]

Full S.T.E.A.M Ahead

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A story time that explores the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math through books! Whether we are experimenting with magnets or dissecting owl pellets, this club explores it all! Registration is required. Please contact the Youth Services Department to register. Call 947-8336 ext 111. Grades 1 – 4

Chimera Coffee Trivia

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Monday night trivia with Sir_Quizzalot. Every Monday night from 7-8:30. Beer | Wine | Espresso | Snacks.

Bouncing Baby Story Time

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Come, sing, clap and bounce along to action rhymes, songs and stories! Recommended for babies up to 24 months and their caregivers.

Tiny Tots Storytime

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A 30-minute program for 2 to 4 year-olds, with a participating adult, filled with stories, games, songs and finger plays. Ages 2 – 4

Lit Chicks Book Club

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Lit Chicks is a monthly book group for book lovers who enjoy literary and contemporary fiction with a feminine bent. The group meets on the first Tuesday of each month, from 2-3 PM.

Maine Tourism Association's Toast to Tourism in Bangor!

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Join the Maine Tourism Association on Tuesday, October 6th from 4–6pm at the Downtown Bangor Partnership Office for our next Toast to Tourism Networking Event in partnership with the Maine Office of Tourism! Join us for an afternoon of networking, connection, and celebration! There will be a complimentary champagne toast to toast to Maine’s tourism […]

Songwriters' Open Mic

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Songwriter’s Open Mic at 2Feet Brewing  from 5-8 every Tuesday night. It’s open mic for songwriters on Tuesday! We set up a mic and each songwriter gets 15 minutes.

Tuesday Live Irish Sessions & Open Mic

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Paddy Murphy’s Live Irish Jam 6-8pm & Open Mic, 9pm to close!

Book Talk & Signing: Eleanor Morse in conversation with author Robert Diamante

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Join The Briar Patch for an evening with Maine author Eleanor Morse in conversation with author Robert Diamante, discussing her most recent novel THIS FOREIGN LAND. This work of fiction is set in 2018 as immigration policy in the United States suddenly changed. It examines what one fictional man does when he doesn’t know what […]

Ghostly Bangor Walking Tour

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The Bangor Historical Society’s Ghostly Bangor Walking Tour features tales of unsolved mysteries, murder, and energies that may still linger in the Queen City. Tours stroll through the streets of Downtown Bangor and last around 90 minutes. Tickets are $12. Advanced ticketing is required. Our tours are capped at 25 guests, and tickets sell out […]

Bouncing Baby Storytime

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Come, sing, clap and bounce along to action rhymes, songs and stories! Recommended for babies up to 24 months and their caregivers.

Tiny Tots Storytime

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A 30-minute program for 2 to 4 year-olds, with a participating adult, filled with stories, games, songs and finger plays. Ages 2 – 4

Tech Tutoring

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Hannah Cyrus, BPL’s Digital Media Librarian, is available for 60-minute appointments to help you with your computer questions in-person, by phone, or over Zoom. Want to organize your emails? Having trouble using a particular website or program? Wondering why that annoying message keeps popping up on your screen? Whatever your question, Hannah will work with […]

STITCH 'N B*TCH

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Come learn how to sew and mend clothes with other people at Red Rabbit Bazaar! Every Wednesday from 4:00pm to 6:00pm.

Hoppily Ever After Romance Book Club: In Stormy Weather

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You are cordially invited to the October 2026 meeting of the Hoppily Ever After Book Club, The Briar Patch’s romance book club led by romance novel expert Megan. Vol. 30 of the Hoppily Ever After Book Club will discuss In Stormy Weather by Chelsea Curto, an academic rivals-to-lovers romance about storm-chasing meteorologists during hurricane season […]

ARTober Arts Awards and Reception

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Join the Bangor Arts Community in announcing the recipient of the 2026 Bangor Arts Award who will win a $1,000 cash prize, awarded by the City of Bangor Commission on Cultural Development. Enjoy performances, complimentary snacks, and a cash bar. Admission is free and all are invited.

Next Chapter Book Club

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Next Chapter Book Club is a community-based book club for adolescents and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our members (including some who cannot read) love books for the same reasons most people do. We all enjoy being transported to different worlds where we meet interesting characters and learn new things. Taking that journey with […]

ASL Social Hour

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Join Nieves Perez Besu for the first of these monthly gatherings, which will include fun ASL games and good company, too! The ASL Social Hour gatherings will be held on the 2nd Thursday of the month in the Library.

Bangor Pub Run

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Every Thursday at 6:30pm we gather in front of Paddy Murphy’s, run 3-5 miles, and then grab a drink somewhere downtown (location varies). Sometimes when people first start coming, or if they are coming back from an injury they might not run the whole 3 miles and that’s totally ok! People are welcome to run […]

Trivia Night at Nocturnem Draft Haus

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Come participate in trivia night at Nocturnem Draft Haus on Thursdays! From 7 – 9:30pm with weekly prizes to win.

Karaoke at Penobscot Pour House

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THE WAIT IS OVER… KARAOKE IS BACK! Bangor, you asked… and we listened! Karaoke is making its long-awaited return to the Penobscot Pour House! Join us every Thursday night for great music, great people, and unforgettable fun. We’re also excited to welcome back one of Bangor’s favorite karaoke hosts… DJ Mad Kat!Whether you’re a seasoned […]

Tech Tutoring

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Hannah Cyrus, BPL’s Digital Media Librarian, is available for 60-minute appointments to help you with your computer questions in-person, by phone, or over Zoom. Want to organize your emails? Having trouble using a particular website or program? Wondering why that annoying message keeps popping up on your screen? Whatever your question, Hannah will work with […]

Clue Themed Murder Mystery Dinner

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Join us for a spine-chilling evening of murder and mystery and comedy with Mystery 207! Come join us for a thrilling evening filled with mystery and suspense at the Hollywood Casino Hotel & Raceway Bangor . Get ready to immerse yourself in a world of intrigue as you try to solve a murder while enjoying […]

Deathtrap

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In Ira Levin’s classic comedic thriller, Deathtrap, a washed-up playwright finds a chance to rise to the top once more, a shot he’d be willing to kill for. Sidney Bruhl hasn’t written a hit play for 18 years when he receives a script from a former student, Clifford Anderson, that’s a guaranteed success. His wife, […]

Korean Swordsmanship Beginners Class: First Class Free Friday

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Haidong Gumdo (Traditional Korean Swordsmanship) Gumdo is a dynamic sword focused martial art with techniques dating back to the Korean Three Kingdoms period. Gumdo is easily accessible to people of all levels of fitness and martial arts experience. All necessary equipment will be provided. The first class is free for anyone interested, for more information […]

DJ Bill Lyons Live at Penobscot Pour House

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DJ BILL LYONS IS BACK IN BANGOR! The party is on, the music is going, and the dance floor is calling! Get here early to avoid the line! You know this is going to be a packed night, so grab your friends, get in early, and get ready to dance the night away with DJ […]

Bangor's European Market

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A weekly market hosted by Ingrid’s German Gift Shop with local & word-wide meats, seafood, produce, artisanal baked goods, and gifts!

Thriller-Thon for Best Buddies Maine

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The Thriller-Thon is a fundraising event for Best Buddies of Maine. Best Buddies is an incredible organization that creates opportunities for people with and without disabilities to make connections and build friendships. In schools and colleges, this reduces the feeling of loneliness and bullying incidents within schools. This organization also has a number of programs […]

Saturday Story Stop

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Start your weekend with fun and friends! Discover books, songs, and games to help your child build early literacy, listening, and social skills. Great for kindergarten readiness! Ages 3 – 6

Sunday All-Levels Vinyasa Yoga

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Sunday All-Levels Vinyasa Yoga | Sundays at 9:00 AM Start your Sunday with movement, breath, and a little time for yourself. This welcoming Vinyasa class is designed for all ability levels, whether you’re brand new to yoga or have an established practice. Expect a balanced flow incorporating strength, mobility, mindful movement, and options to modify […]

Sunday Community Jam

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Sundays at 2 Feet, come to the community jam, where people just show up with instruments and play from 2 to 5. 2 Feet Brewing is a family-run brewpub in the heart of Downtown Bangor that features craft brews created by Cory Ricker, and pub fare and desserts made by his wife, Nit-Noi. Their son, […]

Monday Karaoke at Paddy Murphy's

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Be part of the rumpus! Monday nights starting at 9pm, it’s karaoke night at Paddy’s!

Learn About Rug Braiding

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Local rug braiders have been meeting at the library to work on their craft. Starting this fall, we invite you stop into one of these Monday morning sessions to learn more. Questions like: What is rug braiding, what equipment or fabric do you need, and is it hard to learn? will be answered. This is […]

Chimera Coffee Trivia

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Monday night trivia with Sir_Quizzalot. Every Monday night from 7-8:30. Beer | Wine | Espresso | Snacks.

Bouncing Baby Story Time

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Come, sing, clap and bounce along to action rhymes, songs and stories! Recommended for babies up to 24 months and their caregivers.

Tiny Tots Storytime

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A 30-minute program for 2 to 4 year-olds, with a participating adult, filled with stories, games, songs and finger plays. Ages 2 – 4

Songwriters' Open Mic

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Songwriter’s Open Mic at 2Feet Brewing  from 5-8 every Tuesday night. It’s open mic for songwriters on Tuesday! We set up a mic and each songwriter gets 15 minutes.

Tuesday Live Irish Sessions & Open Mic

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Paddy Murphy’s Live Irish Jam 6-8pm & Open Mic, 9pm to close!

Bouncing Baby Storytime

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Come, sing, clap and bounce along to action rhymes, songs and stories! Recommended for babies up to 24 months and their caregivers.

Tiny Tots Storytime

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A 30-minute program for 2 to 4 year-olds, with a participating adult, filled with stories, games, songs and finger plays. Ages 2 – 4

Tech Tutoring

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Hannah Cyrus, BPL’s Digital Media Librarian, is available for 60-minute appointments to help you with your computer questions in-person, by phone, or over Zoom. Want to organize your emails? Having trouble using a particular website or program? Wondering why that annoying message keeps popping up on your screen? Whatever your question, Hannah will work with […]

Live Harness Racing

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Join us at Hollywood Casino Raceway at Bass Park on October 14th at 2:30pm for the 2026 Bangor Harness Racing season!Post time is promptly at 2:30PM. Be sure to arrive early to pick your favorites! 🏇 Wagers placed on races 3-10 can score points towards our Crown of the Queen City promotion for a chance […]

STITCH 'N B*TCH

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Come learn how to sew and mend clothes with other people at Red Rabbit Bazaar! Every Wednesday from 4:00pm to 6:00pm.

Wizards and Warp Drives – A Sci-Fi and Fantasy Book Club

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Wizards and Warp Drives is a book club for lovers of the Science Fantasy and Fantasy genres. We meet the second Wednesday evening of the month to discuss a rotating selection of Sci-Fi and Fantasy titles. BPL staff member, Amanda, will lead the group each month. Reading Line-Up: July 8th, The Memory Librarian – Janelle […]

Next Chapter Book Club

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Next Chapter Book Club is a community-based book club for adolescents and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our members (including some who cannot read) love books for the same reasons most people do. We all enjoy being transported to different worlds where we meet interesting characters and learn new things. Taking that journey with […]

Bangor Pub Run

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Every Thursday at 6:30pm we gather in front of Paddy Murphy’s, run 3-5 miles, and then grab a drink somewhere downtown (location varies). Sometimes when people first start coming, or if they are coming back from an injury they might not run the whole 3 miles and that’s totally ok! People are welcome to run […]

Trivia Night at Nocturnem Draft Haus

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Come participate in trivia night at Nocturnem Draft Haus on Thursdays! From 7 – 9:30pm with weekly prizes to win.

Karaoke at Penobscot Pour House

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THE WAIT IS OVER… KARAOKE IS BACK! Bangor, you asked… and we listened! Karaoke is making its long-awaited return to the Penobscot Pour House! Join us every Thursday night for great music, great people, and unforgettable fun. We’re also excited to welcome back one of Bangor’s favorite karaoke hosts… DJ Mad Kat!Whether you’re a seasoned […]

Tech Tutoring

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Hannah Cyrus, BPL’s Digital Media Librarian, is available for 60-minute appointments to help you with your computer questions in-person, by phone, or over Zoom. Want to organize your emails? Having trouble using a particular website or program? Wondering why that annoying message keeps popping up on your screen? Whatever your question, Hannah will work with […]

FOLKs Trail Days

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Friends of Lower Kenduskeag Stream (FOLKS) is an all-volunteer group that works to improve the Kenduskeag Stream Trail from Franklin St. in Downtown Bangor to Harlow Street. We hold monthly trail days on the 3rd Saturday of the month from 8:00-9:30am that meet behind Penquis on Harlow Street. Ongoing Projects List: 1. Picking up litter […]

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Dreaming at Dawn: An art exhibition by the Union of Maine Visual Artists
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We All Eat Down Here…
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Sunday All-Levels Vinyasa Yoga
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Community Clothing Swap @Red Rabbit Bazaar
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Bangor Farmers Market
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Free Shave Ice Day
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Kickboxing and Martial Arts Class
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Sunday Community Jam
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On Golden Pond
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Evolve — A Spiral Journey
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Dreaming at Dawn: An art exhibition by the Union of Maine Visual Artists
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We All Eat Down Here…
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Monday Karaoke at Paddy Murphy's
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Learn About Rug Braiding
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Full S.T.E.A.M Ahead
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Douglas Rooks at BookSpace with The Briar Patch bookshop and Bangor Historical Society
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Kickboxing & Martial Arts Fitness
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Chimera Coffee Trivia
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Dreaming at Dawn: An art exhibition by the Union of Maine Visual Artists
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We All Eat Down Here…
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Bouncing Baby Story Time
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Tiny Tots Storytime
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Songwriters' Open Mic
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What Happens to Bangor's Trash?
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Elmo's Got the Moves
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Community Conversation on Artificial Intelligence with the Maine State Library
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Tuesday Live Irish Sessions & Open Mic
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Dreaming at Dawn: An art exhibition by the Union of Maine Visual Artists
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We All Eat Down Here…
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Bouncing Baby Storytime
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Tiny Tots Storytime
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Tech Tutoring
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Teen Dungeons and Dragons Club
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STITCH 'N B*TCH
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Noir at the Bar in Bangor
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Out of This Warren Sci-Fi Book Club: Certainty
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We All Eat Down Here…
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Rabbit Rabbit Start of Month Sale
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Next Chapter Book Club
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Stitch & Sip
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Bangor Pub Run
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Ghostly Bangor Walking Tour
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Trivia Night at Nocturnem Draft Haus
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On Golden Pond
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Karaoke at Penobscot Pour House
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We All Eat Down Here…
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First Friday Art Walks
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Coffee & Conversation
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Tech Tutoring
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ASM Book Club
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Queen City Expo 2026
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On Golden Pond
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Korean Swordsmanship Beginners Class: First Class Free Friday
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We All Eat Down Here…
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Bangor's European Market
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2026 Maine Interpreter Professional Day
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Fall Sidewalk Art Festival
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Queen City Expo 2026
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Paws on Parade
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Saturday Story Stop
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Pet Blessing
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Liberty & Legacy: BHS Annual Awards Night
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On Golden Pond
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They Live – Movie Night Hosted by Maine DSA at The Emporium
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Noah & Eli Smith at Hollywood Casino
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We All Eat Down Here…
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Pound The Pavement 5K Color Fun Run & Walk
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Sunday All-Levels Vinyasa Yoga
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Queen City Expo 2026
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Bangor Fall Ritual Market
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Kickboxing and Martial Arts Class
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Sunday Community Jam
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Tarot Card & Intuitive Readings
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On Golden Pond
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A Para-Talk by Frankie O'Sullivan at The Emporium
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Ghostly Bangor Walking Tour
5
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We All Eat Down Here…
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Monday Karaoke at Paddy Murphy's
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Learn About Rug Braiding
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Full S.T.E.A.M Ahead
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Kickboxing & Martial Arts Fitness
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Chimera Coffee Trivia
6
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We All Eat Down Here…
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Bouncing Baby Story Time
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Tiny Tots Storytime
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Lit Chicks Book Club
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Maine Tourism Association's Toast to Tourism in Bangor!
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Songwriters' Open Mic
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Tuesday Live Irish Sessions & Open Mic
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Book Talk & Signing: Eleanor Morse in conversation with author Robert Diamante
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Ghostly Bangor Walking Tour
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We All Eat Down Here…
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Bouncing Baby Storytime
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Tiny Tots Storytime
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Tech Tutoring
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STITCH 'N B*TCH
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Hoppily Ever After Romance Book Club: In Stormy Weather
8
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We All Eat Down Here…
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ARTober Arts Awards and Reception
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Next Chapter Book Club
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ASL Social Hour
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Bangor Pub Run
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Trivia Night at Nocturnem Draft Haus
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Karaoke at Penobscot Pour House
9
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We All Eat Down Here…
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Deathtrap
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Tech Tutoring
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Clue Themed Murder Mystery Dinner
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Korean Swordsmanship Beginners Class: First Class Free Friday
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DJ Bill Lyons Live at Penobscot Pour House
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We All Eat Down Here…
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Deathtrap
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Bangor's European Market
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Thriller-Thon for Best Buddies Maine
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Bangor United Multicultural Fair 2026 – Stronger Together
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Saturday Story Stop
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The Dark Market at The Emporium
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Natalie Merchant, A Special Acoustic Performance with Erik Della Penna
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Natalie Merchant, A Special Acoustic Performance with Erik Della Penna
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DJ Joshua Carl at Hollywood Casino
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Murder at the Circus
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James Street Band at Penobscot Pour House
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We All Eat Down Here…
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Deathtrap
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Sunday All-Levels Vinyasa Yoga
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Kickboxing and Martial Arts Class
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Indigenous Peoples' Day Film Festival
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Sunday Community Jam
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MOVIE NIGHT: Jennifer’s Body, hosted by Maine Women's Lobby
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Ghostly Bangor Walking Tour
12
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We All Eat Down Here…
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Deathtrap
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Monday Karaoke at Paddy Murphy's
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Learn About Rug Braiding
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Kickboxing & Martial Arts Fitness
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Chimera Coffee Trivia
13
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We All Eat Down Here…
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Deathtrap
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Bouncing Baby Story Time
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Tiny Tots Storytime
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Songwriters' Open Mic
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Tuesday Live Irish Sessions & Open Mic
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Ghostly Bangor Walking Tour
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St. John's Fall Organ Concert featuring Anne Laver
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We All Eat Down Here…
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Deathtrap
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Bouncing Baby Storytime
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Tiny Tots Storytime
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Tech Tutoring
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Live Harness Racing
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STITCH 'N B*TCH
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Wizards and Warp Drives – A Sci-Fi and Fantasy Book Club
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Derry-Free Horror Book Club: THE UNHELD
15
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We All Eat Down Here…
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Deathtrap
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Ghostly Bangor Walking Tour
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Next Chapter Book Club
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Maine Science Awards
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Bangor Pub Run
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Ghostly Bangor Walking Tour
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Trivia Night at Nocturnem Draft Haus
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Karaoke at Penobscot Pour House
16
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We All Eat Down Here…
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Deathtrap
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Ghostly Bangor Walking Tour
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Tech Tutoring
17
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We All Eat Down Here…
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Deathtrap
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Ghostly Bangor Walking Tour
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FOLKs Trail Days
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Bangor's European Market
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Saturday Story Stop
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Maine Witch Walk and Goblin Market 2026
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Stories from Maine Cemeteries: Lives Cut Short
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Live Harness Racing
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Halcyon & Friends Present the Dohnanyi Piano Quintet and The Future is Here
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Riff Johnson at Hollywood Casino
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We All Eat Down Here…
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Ghostly Bangor Walking Tour
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Sunday All-Levels Vinyasa Yoga
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Live Harness Racing
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Pumpkins In The Park – UCP of Maine's 24th Annual Halloween Event
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Kickboxing and Martial Arts Class
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Sunday Community Jam
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We All Eat Down Here…
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Monday Karaoke at Paddy Murphy's
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Learn About Rug Braiding
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BSO Chamber Music series at the Gracie Theatre featuring guest cellist Zuill Bailey
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Kickboxing & Martial Arts Fitness
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Chimera Coffee Trivia
20
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We All Eat Down Here…
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Bouncing Baby Story Time
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Tiny Tots Storytime
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Songwriters' Open Mic
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Tuesday Live Irish Sessions & Open Mic
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Movie Night Hang Out: Trick r Treat (2007)
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Ghostly Bangor Walking Tour
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We All Eat Down Here…
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Bouncing Baby Storytime
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Tiny Tots Storytime
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Tech Tutoring
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Live Harness Racing
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STITCH 'N B*TCH
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Out of this Warren Sci-Fi Book Club: Radiant Star
22
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We All Eat Down Here…
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Next Chapter Book Club
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Bangor Pub Run
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Ghostly Bangor Walking Tour
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Trivia Night at Nocturnem Draft Haus
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Broomstick
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Karaoke at Penobscot Pour House
23
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We All Eat Down Here…
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Tech Tutoring
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Women's Leadership Luncheon with Heather Paquette
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Comedy Festival 2026
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Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow-N-Fire
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Broomstick
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Mean Streak at Penobscot Pour House
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We All Eat Down Here…
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Bangor's European Market
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History in Focus: The Brady Gang Shootout
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Saturday Story Stop
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Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live: Glow-N-Fire
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Live Harness Racing
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Downtown Bangor Trick or Treat
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2026 Bangor Zombie Walk
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Comedy Festival 2026
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Broomstick
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Monsters at the Museum
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John Bapst F.C Adult Halloween Night
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Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live: Glow-N-Fire
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Scary Stories: An Evening with Nomar Slevik
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Scare out the vote
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Halloween Ball
25
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We All Eat Down Here…
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Sunday All-Levels Vinyasa Yoga
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Community Clothing Swap @Red Rabbit Bazaar
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Live Harness Racing
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Kickboxing and Martial Arts Class
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Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live: Glow-N-Fire
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Sunday Community Jam
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Broomstick
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Evolve — A Spiral Journey
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Ghostly Bangor Walking Tour
26
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We All Eat Down Here…
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Monday Karaoke at Paddy Murphy's
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Learn About Rug Braiding
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Kickboxing & Martial Arts Fitness
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Chimera Coffee Trivia
27
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We All Eat Down Here…
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Bouncing Baby Story Time
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Tiny Tots Storytime
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Songwriters' Open Mic
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Tuesday Live Irish Sessions & Open Mic
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Ghostly Bangor Walking Tour
28
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We All Eat Down Here…
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Bouncing Baby Storytime
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Tiny Tots Storytime
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Tech Tutoring
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Live Harness Racing
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STITCH 'N B*TCH
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Broomstick
29
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We All Eat Down Here…
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Next Chapter Book Club
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Bangor Pub Run
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Trivia Night at Nocturnem Draft Haus
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Broomstick
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Karaoke at Penobscot Pour House
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Haunted Opera House Tour
30
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We All Eat Down Here…
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Tech Tutoring
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Touch a Trunk & Treat
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Ghostly Bangor Walking Tour
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Broomstick
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Haunted Opera House Tour
31
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We All Eat Down Here…
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Bangor's European Market
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Saturday Story Stop
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Live Harness Racing
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PTC's Annual Costume Gala & Concert
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Halloween Drag Show and Goth Night
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Bangor Boo Ball
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DJ Roks on Roks live at Hollywood Casino

Downtown Bangor is bustling! This calendar includes social and business events hosted in Downtown Bangor, and arts and culture activities of regional interest. You can also find events in Downtown Bangor on our Facebook page. To submit an event, use the the event submission form.