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!
Join us every Sunday evening at dusk for Films in the Square co-presented by Portland Summer Films. Bring a lawn chair, sit back and enjoy classic films in an outdoor venue. June 5th through August 28th. Co-Presented By: Sponsored by:
Downeast Soul Coalition returns for an encore performance! Five musicians who met in Maine’s musical melting pot, Downeast Soul Coalition has been serving up a tasty and original blend of soul, funk, blues, and R&B since 2012. Each member of the Coalition brings a wealth of musical talents and influences to the band’s high energy …
You’ve been singing the songs in your shower for the past year; now you can join other Hamilton fans in Congress Square Park for a revolutionary sing-along. Dress in your finest Hamilton-inspired outfit, grab your friends, and don’t throw away your shot at singing along to the 11 time Tony Award-winning musical.
Do you love Congress Square Park? We’ll help you stitch your LOVE onto a small cloth panel to be hung in the park for all to see! No experience necessary. All ages welcomed (children under 10 will need adult assistance). All supplies provided. It’s FREE. It’s FUN. It’s #stitchHIVE!
"Zeme Libre is a New England based band that is quickly gaining a reputation for its unique, high energy blend of Afrobeat, reggae, ska, and funk. Consisting of veteran performers from around the country, members of Zeme Libre have played and shared the stage with such great acts as: Michael Franti and Spearhead, Culture, Toots …
Come enjoy live art, music, performances, and more at the 4th annual Maine Hip Hop Summit! Check out the video from last year's summit here!
Join us every Sunday evening at dusk for Films in the Square co-presented by Portland Summer Films. Bring a lawn chair, sit back and enjoy classic films in an outdoor venue. June 5th through August 28th. Co-Presented By: Sponsored by:
Join us for Games & Fun, International Board Games with Jerry LaSala, Professor of Physics and Chair of the USM Physics Department. All ages and skill levels welcome - come discover some of Jerry’s surprises of ancient, old and new games from all over the world!
Contradance in the Square! Come join in the dance led by Caller Maggie Robinson and the band Barefoot playing driving fiddle tunes to keep your feet moving. With Ed Howe on 5-string fiddle and Jamie Oshima on mandolin, keyboard, and foot percussion, Maggie Robinson will teach and cue the dances, no experience necessary. New England Contra …
Back for a second year in a row, please join us for a special afternoon concert with three local community support bands. MVRA's Back Bay Rockerz: The Back Bay Rockerz are a group of men and women who love music and attend MVRA’s day program Back Bay Connections located in Portland Maine. The band formed 4 years ago …
