The Maine Coaster · August 13, 2026

    Home is where the art is

    Celebrate Maine with music and events
    The Maine Coaster
    The Maine Coaster
    The weekly guide from Maine Coast Life

    Whether you spend your time reveling in the Dead at The Grateful Camp Out, or you hit an upcoming concert or comedy show, or you stay home and throw in a pair of earbuds, make sure to indulge in the arts this weekend. There are loads of local options.

    If you go the stay-at-home route, be sure to consider "Maine Covers Maine," a new compilation of local cover songs. Learn more about the album here.

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    See the full calendar for more local and regional happenings.

    UPCOMING EVENTS

    Brandi Carlile
    Music

    Brandi Carlile

    Thursday, August 13 · 7 PM · Cross Insurance Arena

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    This Weekend in Portland

    The Grateful Camp Out 2026
    Festivals
    The Grateful Camp Out 2026

    Friday, August 14 · 1 PM · Acres of Wildlife Campground

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    Pete Holmes
    Music
    Pete Holmes

    Friday, August 14 · 8 PM · State Theatre

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    Don Campgell Presents:  6th Annual Flotilla to Fight Cancer
    Music
    Don Campgell Presents: 6th Annual Flotilla to Fight Cancer

    Saturday, August 15 · 1 PM · Cow Island (Falmouth Side)

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    Judy Collins
    Music
    Judy Collins

    Saturday, August 15 · 8 PM · Stone Mountain Arts Center

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