Downtown Bangor has a vibrant arts & culture community with entertainment options open all year long. The active and community-supported landscape of arts and culture is constant and provides a welcoming neighborhood atmosphere to all. From large festivals, concerts and theatre, to showcases from local artisans and musicians, there is always something to enjoy in downtown Bangor.
Arts and culture are interwoven into the fabric of downtown Bangor. For more than 150 years theaters, arts and music have been integral parts of the community. Today, there are visual artists, filmmakers, musicians, poets and writers and digital creators living and working in downtown Bangor, and performing and showing their works in a wide variety of venues.
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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!
Dramatic Academy Summer Vacation Camp
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NEW to DA summer! Based on our popular April Vacation Camp, DA is excited to present Summer Vacation Camp. Start your summer off on a creative note with 5 dramatic workshops! Guest Teachers join DA staff each day for a fun, dramatic and theatrical week. From puppetry to clowning, there’s something for everyone this June. […]
Workshop: 10 Things to Know about 10-Minute Plays
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What makes a good ten-minute play? In this workshop, Maggie Kearnan will guide you to explore all the various aspects of crafting a ten-minute play, from structure to author’s intent and audience appeal. You’ll read, do some writing, and analyze the form to discover how to make it work for writers as artists and theatres […]
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!
Workshop: Point of view in fiction writing with Anna Story
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A story’s point of view – or narrating voice – is one of the most important decisions a fiction writer makes. What voice is telling your story? In this workshop, participants will learn about the different points of view available to fiction writers, read and discuss excerpts employing different POV techniques, and put their new […]
Bass Park After Dark – June 20
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Back For Another Amazing Year Is Bass Park After Dark in Bangor, Maine! Enjoy three nights exploring an array of vendors, food trucks, beer garden and live music ALL FREE TO ATTEND! This marketplace is held outdoors in good weather and indoors in poor weather! Bass Park After Dark is back for 2026, bringing summer […]
Sun Bi-weekly Crochet Clinic
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Every Other Week Crochet Clinic!10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Ready to level up your crochet skills or finally finish that project you started? Join us for our bi-weekly Crochet Clinic—a supportive space where creativity meets community. Whether you’re brand new or have been crocheting for years, this clinic is designed to help you grow at […]
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!
Performance Track: Matilda the Musical
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Based on the classic book by Roald Dahl, this musical follows the extraordinary Matilda Wormwood. Though she’s little, Matilda uses her intellect, imagination and telekinetic powers to fight injustice at home and school. The cast is filled with eccentric characters including the sweet Miss Honey, the villainous Miss Trunchbull, and Matilda’s equally clever classmates. Every […]
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!
Bangor Pride Parade & Festival
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Join us for Bangor Pride 2026, Central Maine’s largest and most vibrant 2SLGBTQIA+ festival! With a legacy spanning over 30 years, our celebration has grown from a small gathering into a massive community tradition. This year, we are thrilled to be moving to our new home on the Bangor Waterfront, where we will come together […]
The Zillman's 80th Anniversary: GLITZ & GLAMOR GALA
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This year the Zillman Art Museum celebrates its 80th Anniversary with a fabulous event, Glitz & Glamor, a red carpet gala to be held in the garden at Norumbega Hall, 40 Harlow Street. The event will feature a lively evening of music, dancing, delightful hors d’oeuvres & beverages. Celebrate your individual creativity and fashion flair […]
ABRACABANGOR Drag Show
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ABRACABANGOR returns for its second dazzling iteration, bringing another magical night of drag performances to celebrate the energy and excitement of Bangor Pride. Hosted by the electrifying Carmilla Velour, the show promises an evening of high-energy drag, glamour, and unforgettable entertainment, with additional performers still to be announced. The event takes place on June 27th, […]
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!
Tie-Dye Party
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Children and Teens, join us for an afternoon of t-shirts and tie-dye. Colors will be red, white and blue themed! Grades K – 12 Supplies will be provided but it is encouraged for participants to bring your own white t-shirt (plain or designed are both acceptable)
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
at –
Paddy Murphy’s Live Irish Jam 6-8pm & Open Mic, 9pm to close!