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Things to do around Bangor today

The Fantasticks Experience a timeless musical about love, family, and reconciliation, performed live at Bangor's historic Main Street venue.

Theatre & Movies

Summer Sidewalk Art Festival Explore unique handmade crafts and fine art from over 100 Maine artists along Harlow and Central Streets, with live music and food trucks.

Arts

Best of Bangor Walking Tour Explore Bangor's rich history on a guided walking tour covering lumber barons, naval disasters, and the Great Fire of 1911.

Education

The Night Circus Join Eye Candy Dance and Fitness for a captivating circus-themed show featuring performances by The Eye Candy Bombshells in Bangor.

Arts

Kiwanis Book & Treasure Barn Find literary treasures, unique collectibles, and bicycles at the Orono-Old Town Kiwanis Book & Treasure Barn.

Community

Twilight Nature Walk Explore the Maine Audubon's Fields Pond sanctuary on a quiet twilight stroll and discover the sights and sounds of nature.

Education

David Wilson Book Signing Meet award-winning author David Wilson at The Emporium Spooky Goods & More as he signs copies of his new book, "The Devil's Vacation."

Arts

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Events for the rest of this week

Jason Aldean Jason Aldean returns to the Maine Savings Amphitheater on the Songs About Us Tour 2026 with special guests Chase Matthew, Mackenzie Carpenter, and Dee Jay Silver.

Music

Thursday

Julius Caesar Unravel the timeless tale of ambition, betrayal, and political intrigue as Ten Bucks Theatre returns with Shakespeare Under the Stars at Indian Trail Park in Brewer.

Theatre & Movies

Thursday

Emerald Ash Borer Community Science Learn about community science opportunities related to ash trees and the emerald ash borer (EAB) in this webinar from Maine Audubon.

Education

Wednesday

Night of the Nocturnal Insects Explore the world of insects with hands-on identification and photography using a light trap to attract moths and other nocturnal species.

Education

Friday

Crafts & Coffee Join the Bangor Public Library for a relaxing, hands-on craft session suitable for all ages to socialize and create.

Arts

Friday

Teen Herb Party Teens in grades 6-12 can join Chef Shane at the Bangor Public Library to plant herbs and learn delicious recipes to prepare at home.

Family & Kids

Thursday

Plant a Seed Children ages 5-11 can decorate a cup, plant a seed, and learn about pollinators in this session with Girl Scouts of Maine at the Bangor Public Library.

Family & Kids

Thursday

Break Up with Google Learn to improve your digital privacy and security by switching from Google products to alternative services in this three-session workshop series.

Education

Thursday

The Silver Duo Acclaimed chamber music performers, The Silver Duo, present a popular program of masterpieces and favorites at the Bangor Public Library.

Music

Wednesday

Harness Racing Experience the thrill of harness racing as horses race around Bass Park at the Hollywood Casino Raceway.

Sports

Sunday

Writing Innovative Flash Fiction Adults can explore the craft of writing very short stories and use prompts to spark creativity in this free workshop at the Bangor Public Library.

Education

Tuesday

Bangor Band Enjoy an evening of live music with the Bangor Band at the Bangor Waterfront.

Music

Tuesday

Kirie Paper Cut Art Learn the art of Kirie paper cutting with Shizuka Snyder and create folded cards featuring native plants to take home.

Arts

Tuesday

Paul Doiron in Conversation Join author Paul Doiron in conversation about his new mystery novel, "Storm Tide," featuring the popular character Mike Bowditch.

Arts

Tuesday

Mount Hope Cemetery Walking Tour Discover little-known facts about Bangor's famous residents during a guided tour of the nation's second oldest garden cemetery.

Education

Tuesday

The Architecture of Impact Learn to craft powerful stories by focusing on precise language and visceral imagery to create immediate physical reactions in your readers at this Bangor Public Library workshop.

Arts

Monday

Cooking with Shane: Herbs Children and families can plant herb seeds to take home and learn new recipes to make with their homegrown herbs.

Family & Kids

Monday

Teen Dungeons and Dragons Club Young adventurers in grades 6-12 can join this popular tabletop role-playing game every Wednesday at the Bangor Public Library, regardless of their experience level.

Family & Kids

Wednesday

Tech Tutoring Sessions The Bangor Public Library holds hour-long tutoring session in person, by phone, or over Zoom to teach common tech tasks.

Education

Wednesday

Tiny Tots Storytime A fun, interactive 30-minute program designed for toddlers and a participating adult, featuring engaging stories, games, songs, and finger plays.

Family & Kids

Wednesday