Friends of Congress Square Park
The premier urban park in the heart of Portland’s vibrant Arts District. The park features local art installations, community events, free wifi and more!
On Friday, September 2nd, Monarck Lisa will be bringing their unique blend of groove oriented soul pop to Congress Square Park. With their vibrant female vocals, front and center horns, and powerhouse rhythm section, they bring their original music to the crowd with what is always a fun and energetic performance. Don't miss what promises …
Fódhla (pronounced “foh-luh”) - Irish music from Portland and Boston After 15 years of performing together and recording on each other’s solo albums, Portland, Maine-based flute player Nicole Rabata and Boston-based fiddler Ellery Klein decided a group together was long overdue. With the addition of Bethany Waickman on guitar, the trio found a sound rooted …
Happiness to Burn (Lisa Redfern & Jenny Van West on vocals & guitars, Andy Happel on fiddle, Jon Cooper on dobro) We will be serving up vocal harmony-infused country & swing, and maybe a Pink Floyd cover.
Join us for our monthly Salsa in the Square with Wendy Edwards of PM Salsa. These smokin' hot dance nights are a park favorite and not to be missed!
It’s said that this could be the Woodstock of 2016. (Mike Weisser, Huffington Post, 8.23.16). On Sept. 25, 2016, the Concert Across America to End Gun Violence will happen at over 150 sites across the country. Portland’s event will be a free concert from noon to 3 pm at Congress Square Park. The Portland event is …
An evening of soulful dance music by Portland Maine Soul Summit- POMSS local DJ's Mr. DERELOID, KID RAY and Jack M Flash. These three DJ's have lived and shared their positive music through residencies at Flask Lounge, private events and festivals across New England since the 1990's. Insiders know that Portland is bursting with talent and a supportive …
Waking Windows is a celebration of music, art, fashion, comedy & food. Featuring over 60 bands, writers, and comedians across 10 venues. Music in Congress Square Park from noon-5pm is FREE. Stay tuned for more details on performers and times for CSP. Tickets to the other venues can be purchased here. Performer line-up: Vetiver, JEFF …
Jeff Beam is a multi-instrumentalist songwriter from Portland, Maine. He writes, performs, records, & releases melodic experimental music tinged with kaleidoscopic soundscapes, inspired by the likes of Olivia Tremor Control, Elliott Smith, Deerhunter, & Spoon. His recordings are a one-man odyssey; his live shows revolve around an energetic band of his good friends. His lyrics …
The Hadacol Bouncers formed in the summer of 2013 for a Portland, Maine swing dance festival and never looked back. The group is a joint effort by co-band leaders Tom Whitehead (piano) and Peter Dunphy (banjo). Tom has a multi-style background in blues, New Orleans R&B and Bebop piano, and Peter has been playing New …
Join us for the 2nd annual Pumpkins in the Square! Help us celebrate a successful 2016 season with pumpkin carving, cider, treats, and blue grass music by Northwood! BYOP or buy one at the event. Prizes will be awarded for the best carved pumpkins! A special thanks to our in-kind sponsors: Rosemont Market, Standard Baking …