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Things to do around Bangor today

A Christmas Carol Penobscot Theatre follows the transformation of Ebenezer Scrooge through the visitation of four spirits in this heartwarming holiday classic.
Theatre & Movies
Holigays are Here Again Celebrate the holidays with Priscilla Poppycocks at her lively Christmas Eve drag party, filled with festive stories, songs, and games.
Theatre & Movies
Seán Heely's Celtic Christmas Experience a festive Celtic celebration of the holidays with music, dance, and traditions for the whole family.
Music
Pajama Storytime Orono Public Library hosts an evening pajama story time at the library.
Family & Kids
Virtual Birding Explore global feeder cameras with Maine Audubon naturalists in winter from home.
Education
Jazz Night Enjoy an evening of music with jazz ensembles from the University of Maine School of Performing Arts.
Music
Girls Who Code: Intro to Coding Club Join a beginner-friendly Girls Who Code club for grades 3-5, exploring coding through Scratch programming sessions at Bangor Public Library.
Family & Kids
Meet the Artists Explore various art exhibits including 'The World Through Our Eyes' and 'Our Love of Maine' at the Bangor Public Library.
Arts
Ugly Sweater Party and Ceramic Paint Night Join for a night of painting ceramics in an ugly sweater with prizes and free snacks at Generations Boutique & Art Studio.
Arts
Understanding Belonging Among Children of the Iranian Diaspora Explore the sense of belonging among Iranian American children in a free public presentation.
Education
Walk In Ceramics Open Studio Create your own ceramic masterpiece at a family-friendly Generations Boutique & Art Studio open studio event with no tickets required.
Arts
Next Chapter Book Club The Bangor Public Library hosts a club for adolescents and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Arts
Walking Club Get in your steps while avoiding the cold and ice with a walking club at Hampden Academy.
Recreation
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Events for the rest of this week

Cirque Dreams Holidaze Experience a dazzling and whimsical family holiday spectacular with a festive blend of cirque arts and music.
Miscellaneous
Wednesday
Festival of Lights Parade Welcome in the holiday season with the annual Festival of Lights Parade through Downtown Bangor with vehicles adorned with lights.
Community
Saturday
Serial Killers Join criminologist Dr. Scott Bonn for a chilling exploration into the minds of notorious serial killers.
Education
Friday
Seán Gavin & Colm Gannon Experience masterful Irish traditional music by Seán Gavin & Colm Gannon in this Bangor Celtic Crossroads performance.
Music
Friday
First Fridays Artwalk Explore various art exhibits in downtown Bangor during the First Fridays Artwalk event.
Arts
Friday
Make and Take Ornament Create wool ornament with appliqued candle, holly, and beads in this Hampden class.
Arts
Saturday
Plants of Maine Explore common plants of Maine grouped by order, family, and genus in an online field guide from Maine Audubon.
Education
Monday
Mystery of the Christmas Star Join the Versant Power Astronomy Center as they look into scientific explanations of the Star of Bethlehem.
Education
Sunday
Let It Snow The Versant Power Astronomy Center performs an audiovisual presentation of festive Holiday classics.
Music
Sunday
Sounds of the Season The Bangor Band performs seasonal selections with two performances, including Tuba Christmas.
Music
Sunday
UMaine Men's Ice Hockey vs. Stonehill The University of Maine's men's ice hockey team takes on Stonehill at Alfond Arena.
Sports
Saturday
UMaine Women's Ice Hockey vs. Connecticut The Black Bears face the University of Connecticut in a game highlighting mental health advocacy.
Sports
Saturday
Ye Olde Holiday Shoppe Visit Ye Olde Holiday Shoppe at Page Farm and Home Museum for unique items from local artisans and crafters.
Shopping
Saturday
Grinch Gnome Paint and Sip Enjoy a night of painting an adorable Grinch gnome step by step at Generations Boutique & Art Studio.
Arts
Saturday
Painted "Stained Glass" Paint and Sip Create a "stained glass" painting at this paint and sip event at Generations Boutique & Art Studio.
Arts
Saturday
Campfire Storytime Gather around a campfire for s'mores and a nature-themed story at Hirundo Wildlife Refuge.
Education
Saturday
Cookies, Cocoa & More Enjoy cocoa, cookies, and a fun craft at Bangor Public Library before the Festival of Lights Parade.
Community
Saturday
A Christmas Carol Enjoy a live performance of the holiday classic presented by Orono-Bangor Readers' Theatre at Bangor Public Library.
Theatre & Movies
Saturday
Waldo Peirce: A Community Celebration with Art Projects Join the Bangor Public Library to celebrate artist Waldo Peirce's 140th birthday with art projects and cake in his hometown.
Arts
Saturday
Worlds of Ice Explore how we use and study ice on Earth and in space for science and art with this Versant Power Astronomy Center show.
Education
Friday
UMaine Women's Ice Hockey vs. BU Join UMaine women's hockey as they face off against Boston University on Faculty/Staff Appreciation Day.
Sports
Friday
Coffee & Conversation Enjoy free coffee and snacks at the Bangor Public Library as part of a relaxed opportunity for conversation with others.
Community
Friday
Molly Gebrian & Danny Holt Recital Molly Gebrian & Danny Holt play selections featuring music from the Trailblazers album, spotlighting historical female composers.
Music
Friday
Santa’s Storytime & Singalong Enjoy a festive storytime and singalong with Santa and Jingles in this Penobscot Theatre Christmas event, followed by photos.
Family & Kids
Friday
Coffee & Conversation Enjoy free coffee and snacks at the Bangor Public Library as part of a relaxed opportunity for conversation with others.
Community
Friday
Coffee & Conversation Enjoy free coffee and snacks at the Bangor Public Library as part of a relaxed opportunity for conversation with others.
Community
Friday
Tech Tutoring The Bangor Public Library holds hour-long tutoring session in person, by phone, or over Zoom to teach common tech tasks.
Education
Friday