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!
Stroll with neighbors! Announcing our new weekly gathering: Walk & Roll! Every Sunday at 1pm you’re invited to join a friendly group of neighbors deciding on a route and enjoying each other’s company as everyone zigs and zags through town and back to our little park. Everyone of every ability level is invited, and we …
Bring your broken wares, bicycles, textiles, etc. and learn how to repair them! Free and open to all!
Come play! All are welcome, and all equipment is provided! Every Tuesday in May and August!
It’s a book show-and-tell! Come chat about what you’re reading, or what you’ve read, or how you like to read books — all while meeting new people and getting other book recommendations. Free and open to all! Rain location: Mechanics’ Hall
Presented in partnership with One Longfellow Square! *also serving as the rain location Heather Lynn creates music that melds humor, nostalgia, and vulnerability. With a deep love of curiosity, Heather’s songs move through different genres and textures. Her performances have been compared to the likes of Patsy Cline, Weyes Blood, and Feist. Heather currently lives in …
All are welcome! Every week from 5:30 to 8pm. Presented by the Maine Chess Association.
Come experience Kizomba! Kizomba is a beautiful partner dance from Angola, focused on connection, musicality, and smooth, flowing steps that make you feel the music with every movement. Start with a quick intro class, then stay for social dancing—no partner or experience needed. Come catch the sunset, meet new people, and enjoy the vibe. Free …
We're delighted to welcome back Maine Youth Circus for an all-out variety show! Surprises and spectacles await!
Stroll with neighbors! Announcing our new weekly gathering: Walk & Roll! Every Sunday at 1pm you’re invited to join a friendly group of neighbors deciding on a route and enjoying each other’s company as everyone zigs and zags through town and back to our little park. Everyone of every ability level is invited, and we …
Join us for silent movies in the park at sunset on the last Sundays of each month! During the Civil War, reports of a sea monster attacking ships alarm the Navy. An investigation finds the monster is a submarine, the "Nautilus," commanded by vengeance-seeking Capt. Nemo (Allen Holubar), who was once an Indian prince. Years …