Greetings!
Read on to hear about the exciting events we have taking place in our venues and public spaces this coming month.
Andy Downs, Director, Public Assembly Facilities
An Acoustic Evening with Lyle Lovett and John Hiatt Thursday, May 7 @ 8:00pm
Merrill Auditorium
Singer, composer and actor, Lyle Lovett has broadened the definition of American music in a career that spans 14 albums over three decades. Coupled with his gift for storytelling, the Texas-based musician fuses elements of Americana, swing, jazz, folk, gospel and blues in a convention-defying manner that breaks down barriers. John Hiatt is a master lyricist and satirical storyteller who weaves hidden plot twists into fictional tales ranging in topics including redemption, relationships, growing older, and surrendering on his terms. Don’t miss them together on stage for an intimate, unforgettable night at Merrill Auditorium.
51st Annual Portland Home Show
The Portland Expo Friday, April 17, 1:00-8:00pm
Saturday, April 18, 10:00am-7:00pm
Sunday, April 19, 10:00am-5:00pm Maine Cabin Masters Appearing Saturday from 12:00-2:30pm!
For 51 years, the Portland Home Show has been a premier regional home show related to the home improvement industry.
Upcoming Maine Red Claws Games The Red Claws are neck and neck with the Wisconsin Herd for first place in the Eastern Conference! Come check out the last of the regular season home games.
Thursday, Feb. 20 vs College Park Skyhawks @7pm
Thursday, Feb. 27 vs Lakeland Magic @7pm
Saturday, Feb. 29 vs Erie Bayhawks @7pm
Friday, March 6 vs Grand Rapids Drive @7pm
Sunday, March 8 vs Windy City Bulls @1pm
Friday, March 13 vs Raptors 905 @7pm
Sunday, March 15 vs Wisconsin Herd @1pm
Friday, March 20 vs Fort Wayne Mad Ants @7pm Get your tickets today!
Swan Lake Wednesday, February 19 @7:30pm Merrill Auditorium
The National Ballet Theater of Odessa, Ukraine brings Tchaikovsky’s romantic masterpiece to life. The ballet tells the tale of maiden who is cursed by a wizard to spend her days as a swan and her nights as a human. The story of her quest to free herself and join her beloved has endured for generations. The National Ballet Theater of Odessa is recognized as one of the most accomplished classical ballets in Europe and boasts an extremely varied repertoire. The company is located within the prestigious Opera Theater, where the greatest divas of Russian ballet, from Anna Pavlova to Galina Ulanova and Maya Plisetskaya, performed. Since 2009, Yuri Vasyuchenko, an Honorary Artist of Russia and exclusive soloist for Bolshoi, has served as the ballet manager.
Seadogs Home Opener at Hadlock Thursday, April 16
Our beloved Seadogs start the 2020 season on Thursday, April 9 @ Hartford — this is a sure sign that spring is right around the corner! Don't miss the home opener on April 16. Below are some other game dates in April — get out with the fam and enjoy some baseball! Friday, April 17 vs Trenton @6pm
Saturday, April 18 vs Trenton @1pm
Sunday, April 19 vs Trenton @1pm
Monday, April 20 vs Hartford @6pm
Tuesday, April 21 vs Hartford @6pm
Wednesday, April 22 vs Hartford @12pm
FREE Movie Night at Merrill Auditorium *NEW DATE*
Join us for another free movie night at Merrill on Friday, February 21at 4:00 PM — no ticket necessary, just show up, grab a seat and enjoy the show! Trolls is a colorful movie with a fantastic soundtrack that includes two of its stars, Portland native Anna Kendrick, and Justin Timberlake.
Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade Sunday, March 15 @12:00 Noon
Commercial Street, Portland
Come celebrate Irish heritage! Hear the Pipe & Drum band, see the Irish step dancers, and all the other marchers at this year's parade — a fun, family-friendly event.
2020 Portland Polar Dip Saturday, February 29 @12:00pm
East End Beach The 2020 Portland Polar Dip is a fun event to benefit Camp Sunshine, with the goal to raise $20,000 – enough to send eight children with life-threatening illnesses to this one-of-a-kind retreat in Cask, Maine. All participants who raise at least $100 will receive a highly coveted "I DID IT" event t-shirt. Too scared or too smart to take the plunge? There’s the option to participate in the “Chicken Dip” – where you’ll only need to dip your toes in!
Racin' Preview Returns to the Expo! Friday, Feb. 21 & Saturday, Feb. 22 Portland Expo
Come check out over 60 race vehicles on display from tracks in Maine & New Hampshire.
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Casablanca Comics presents: Comic Expo Sunday, May 31 10:00am-5:00pm
Portland Expo Check the website for info about special guests, vendors and programming for the Spring 2020 show!
UNCORKMe Saturday, May 23, 4:00-7:00pm Portland Expo
Come to Portland's ONLY Wine festival! Sample wine from 20+ participating wineries & distilleries. Your $45 ticket gets you a sampling glass for unlimited wine sampling with food and bottles of wine available for purchase. This is a 21+ event. Check the FB page for updated information. What a fun night out at the Expo!
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Looking to purchase tickets to one of the many exciting shows at Merrill? Don't forget to buy them directly through PortTIX, the only company authorized to sell tickets to our events.
