The Twilight 5K is held at one of the most beautiful sunset race courses in Maine at the SMCC campus in South Portland. The Twilight 5K is a walk-run-fun event for the whole family to support the fight against cancer in Maine. All proceeds benefit Maine Cancer Foundation.
Events
Ongoing Events
Trek Across Maine 2017
The Trek Across Maine is a 3-day, 180 mile cycling event from the mountains of Sunday River to the sea in Belfast. As the largest fundraising event of its kind in the nation for the American Lung Association, the trek has raised more than $24 million in the past 30+ years. Join more than 2,000 cyclists and 750 volunteers on this one of a kind journey.
Kittery Block Party
The Kittery Block Party is showing all signs of being the best one yet. Come celebrate the finest from the Seacoast, including restaurants, artists, artisans, local farmers, non-profits, bands, entertainers and more!
Marguerite Zorach – An Art-Filled Life
Marguerite Zorach – An Art-Filled Life is an exhibition that brings together sixty paintings and textiles by Marguerite Thompson Zorach made between 1910 and 1965. In highlighting her contributions as a modernist who helped changed the course of American art, the Farnsworth presents the full range of her skills.
The Four C Notes
Pioneered and headlined by John Michael Coppola, best known for his appearance in Chicago’s long running production of the Broadway, smash hit “Jersey Boys”, THE FOUR C NOTES are the Midwest’s only tribute dedicated to recreating the music of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons!
Maine Startup & Create Week
Start stronger. Scale smarter. Solve better. Join Startup Create Week for a week of expert insight, applied skill-building, and meaningful connections that will help big things happen.
317 Main House Party
The 4th annual 317 House Party is a fun, informal evening at 317 Main to celebrate and support the community. The event features live music performed by teaching artists, great food and drink, and a live auction under a tent. All proceeds benefit 317 Main.
A Party to Support Portland Trails
GORP is not your average cocktail party. Leave your ties and dresses at home, and roll up in your favorite vintage flannel or your most well-worn hiking boots. We’ll have outdoor games, our ever-popular raffle, fresh Oxbow on tap, and treats from your favorite local eateries. All proceeds from GORP support the 70-mile trail network that make Greater Portland beautiful.
Come Sailing!
If you’re looking to meet new sailing friends or want to introduce a friend to the joys of sailing, Friday Night Social Sailing at SailMaine is for you! All experience levels are welcome to go for a sail on a J/22. Friday Night Social Sails are a great way to get out on Casco Bay and meet other members of the Portland community. Come down and join the fun! $25 per person.
Sandy Pines Summer Camp Preview
Join Sandy Pines Campground as they kick off their first season with the party of the summer! Twelve acclaimed interior designers have been selected to style safari glamp tents, which will be part of a weeklong Designer Showcase and ultimately sold to buyers yearning for their very own luxury camping set up! The evening will be filled with food, music and fun!