Events in Lewiston, ME

The Runaway Maine Music Fest returns with two days of live music, food trucks, and a bustling vendor village. Free onsite parking is available. This is a BYOB event, and tailgating and socializing are part of the experience in the parking lot and food truck area. Coolers brought into the venue require a $10 cash fee per cooler and will be checked to ensure there is no glass. Glass bottles, containers, and cups are not allowed anywhere on the property, including the parking lot. All ages are welcome, with children 12 and under admitted free. Anyone under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. The festival takes place rain or shine. Pets are not permitted, except for ADA service animals. All ticket sales are final, and tickets are non transferable and non refundable. The lineup features Bryan Martin, Cole Barnhill, Katie Noel, The Real Young Swagg, Sister Hazel, Marcy Playground, Sponge, and Toby McAllister & The Sierra Sounds, along with additional supporting acts.

Get moving with a playful, low impact hula hoop workout that focuses on strengthening the core and toning the whole body. This Movement at the Museum session is beginner friendly and also engaging for those with some experience. Amanda from Spin Art Hoops leads the class with clear instruction and adult-size hoops designed to make learning easier. Participants practice on-body and off-body skills, using arms, legs, and the core to keep the hoop in motion while building coordination and endurance. Hoops are provided to use during class, with options available for purchase. No prior dance or hoop background is needed. Expect an upbeat session that can burn around 420 calories in an hour.

Bring Your Own Project creates an easygoing space to work on whatever you are currently making while connecting with fellow creatives. The emphasis is on fostering community among artists in a supportive, uplifting environment. It suits anyone aiming to make art, unwind, meet new people, and enjoy themselves. Participants bring their own works in progress and enjoy a shared creative experience with others.

Sassy Strides Equestrian hosts a hunter and jumper festival featuring USHJA Outreach and NHHJA medal classes, plus hunter derbies and more. The schedule offers options for riders of all ages and abilities, from lead line up to 1.30m. Prize money is offered. A full prize list is available. On-site stalls are limited, and more information will be shared soon.

At Ricker Hill Orchards, this book-filled outing features signings with more than 20 romance authors. Browse selections from a few book-focused vendors, visit the mobile romance bookstore trailer and enjoy coffee and apple cider donuts. There is also plenty of orchard to explore between activities.

A twister barrels through Munchkin Land and a whodunit erupts as the Wicked Witch schemes, the Scarecrow acts oddly, and the Cowardly Lion seems to be holding back. This comedic murder mystery dinner show playfully parodies The Wizard of Oz with clues, surprises, and plenty of laughter as someone, somewhere over the rainbow, turns up dead. Costumes inspired by Oz are encouraged. Admission is $25 per person and includes light appetizers. Presented at Hoppers at Apple Valley Golf Course, the Yellow Brick Road leads to giggles, red herrings, and a case waiting to be cracked.

The 10th Annual Cherie Sargent Scholarship Golf Tournament features a scramble format with a shotgun start at Turner Highlands Golf Course. The entry fee is $85 per player and covers green fees, a golf cart, and a buffet lunch.

Explore pottery in a two-step class. In step one, you will shape your pieces using three 1-1/4 lb clay balls to create up to three items such as a cup, bowl, or vase. Get as much or as little help at the wheel as you prefer, then your work is fired. Return about two to three weeks later for step two to glaze your pieces. They will be fired again, and you will come back to pick them up. If you choose to make more than three items, each additional piece is $10 to cover glazing and firing. Short fingernails work best. Dress for a mess and bring an old towel or rag to wipe clay from your hands. You have up to 30 days to glaze and pick up your work, after which unclaimed pieces may be discarded due to limited storage. Class size is limited to five people, and the fee is $59. Past classes have sold out quickly, often two to three weeks ahead.

BMW, short for Breau Miller West, brings a live performance to the Franco Center, featuring local musicians Denny Breau, Mark Miller, and Arlo West. Attendees can arrive early for a meet-and-greet, with doors open and a cash bar available before the show. Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door. The sponsor is Skelton, Taintor & Abbott.

At Spring Meadows Golf Club, a charity golf tournament benefits the Sebago Lake Region Fuller Center for Housing. The focus is on home repair projects for veterans and aging adults in the Windham area, including wheelchair ramps, weatherproofing, and repairs to windows and doors. The event is seeking players and sponsors, welcomes raffle prize donations, and encourages help spreading the word through any kind of marketing. Support is possible even without golfing, including by promoting the effort from a phone or laptop.

The Candor Investment Meetup in Lewiston brings together local investors, agents, and real estate professionals to connect, share experiences, and explore opportunities in the market. Hosted by Steve Kenney, the gathering emphasizes building relationships that continue beyond a single event. Welcoming both experienced participants and those new to real estate, it creates space to meet the people behind local deals and expand a professional network.

A full band delivers a wide-ranging mix of songs that spans genres and decades, including classic rock, pop, 80s and 90s alternative, country, and more.

The annual BNI Maine Awards Gala gathers members from across the state to celebrate achievements, build connections, and share inspiration. This year features a Great Gatsby theme. The event takes place at the Kora Shriners Center.

Explore simple clay sculpting in a two-hour class designed for beginners. Working with as much as 1.5 pounds of clay, you will hand-build a monster of your own design while learning foundational shaping techniques. The instructor provides demonstrations, answers questions, and shares tips throughout, so you can confidently bring your creation to life. No previous experience is required.

This casual gathering at The Blue Feather centers on meeting people and easy conversation, with board games available for anyone who prefers an activity. Food and drinks are available for purchase, supported by a community tab that helps make refreshments more accessible. All ages are welcome. The space is accessible and step free. Complimentary parking is available in the Oak Street parking garage and on Lisbon Street. Questions and ride requests are welcome.

Studio Two brings the spirit of the early Beatles to the Franco Center with a high-energy tribute that captures the band’s formative years. Stephen Murray portrays John Lennon and Robert Murray steps into the role of George Harrison. The group comprises seasoned musicians who are committed to honoring the legacy and fan culture of The Beatles, recreating the sound, look, period instruments, and playful onstage interactions that defined the era. Expect favorite hits delivered with authenticity that keeps audiences on their feet. Stephen shares that portraying John Lennon has been a humbling and rewarding experience that lets him share Beatles music across generations, made even more meaningful by performing with his brother and close friends. Robert highlights the vintage gear and raw feel of the early club years, noting the band’s careful attention to an authentic look and sound, and the joy of meeting lifelong Beatles fans as well as new listeners. Tickets are $35 in advance and $40 at the door. Sponsored by Androscoggin Bank.

Steps for Hope, Strides for Mental Health on the Bates College campus, created in partnership with the college, centers on a 5K run or walk with a kids obstacle course. Funds raised help expand behavioral mental health programs at St. Mary’s. Support from participants, donors and sponsors increases access to hospital-level services for people across Maine who are living with serious mental illness.

This hands-on pottery wheel class unfolds in two parts. The first session focuses on shaping your pieces on the wheel, with guidance available at whatever level you prefer, from fully independent to plenty of help for a more refined finish. Each participant receives three 1 1/4 pound clay balls and can create up to three items, such as a cup, bowl, or vase. Additional pieces beyond the included three are $10 each to cover glazing and firing. After the first firing, return in about two to three weeks to glaze your work. The pieces are then fired a second time and will be ready for pickup. You must come back within 30 days to glaze and to collect finished items, otherwise they will be discarded due to limited storage. Short fingernails are recommended. Wear clothing you do not mind getting messy and bring an old towel or rag to wipe clay from your hands. Enrollment is limited to five participants and the fee is $59. Past classes in 2025 sold out two to three weeks in advance. When purchasing a spot, do not enter a shipping address.

Learn simple sculpting in a three hour, beginner friendly hand building class focused on creating a Halloween Jack O'Lantern from up to 1.5 pounds of clay. An instructor covers the essentials of forming your piece and stays on hand to answer questions, share techniques, and offer tips so you can bring your design to life. No experience is required.

Y Wouldn't U returns to The Cage in Lewiston for a night of dancing.

Explore the pottery wheel in a small group class priced at $59. The process has two parts. First, make your pieces on the wheel using three 1.25 pound balls of clay, and choose the level of assistance you want. Create up to three items such as a cup, bowl, or vase. Extra pieces can be added for $10 each to cover glazing and firing. After the first session your work is fired, then return about two to three weeks later to glaze. The pieces are fired again after glazing, and you will come back once more to pick them up. Please plan to glaze and collect everything within 30 days, as unclaimed items may be discarded. Short fingernails are best for wheel work. Wear clothes you do not mind getting messy and bring an old towel or rag to wipe your hands. Class size is limited to five participants, and in 2025 sessions sold out two to three weeks in advance.

Learn an upbeat, family friendly broom dance taught by the Dancing Witches from Central Maine's Circle of Crones, created to celebrate the spooky season. Costumes are welcome and participants are encouraged to bring a favorite broom.

MLS GO returns to Lewiston this summer with a youth soccer experience for young players to build skills, enjoy the sport, and make new friends. It features a summer of soccer, plenty of fun, and memorable moments as part of the MLS GO program.

Enjoy the fall color along Papermill Trail with a mini photo session that highlights golden hour light and crunchy leaf vibes. Sessions are $75, and a $25 deposit secures a spot. Each booking includes an online gallery with 10 or more photos and unlimited downloads. Availability is limited, so to reserve a spot, send a direct message.

Explore the pottery wheel in a two-step class. In the first session you create your pieces, then after an initial firing you return 2 to 3 weeks later to glaze them. The work is fired a second time and will then be ready for pickup. You receive three clay balls weighing about 1.25 pounds each and can make three items such as a cup, bowl, or vase. Get as much help with the wheel as you prefer, or make everything on your own. Additional pieces beyond the first three cost $10 each to cover glazing and firing. You have up to 30 days to complete glazing and pick up your finished pieces, otherwise they will be discarded due to limited storage. Short fingernails are recommended. Wear clothes that can get messy and bring an old towel or rag to wipe your hands. Class size is limited to five participants and the fee is $59. Classes sell out quickly, and in 2025 they filled 2 to 3 weeks in advance.

Get into the holiday spirit by crafting a ceramic Christmas tree in a three hour, beginner friendly class. Learn the essentials of sculpting and hand-building while an instructor demonstrates techniques, answers questions, and shares practical tips. No prior experience is needed. Create a one of a kind holiday tree and watch your design take shape from start to finish.

At the Franco Center, two pianists go head to head in an interactive show where the audience steers the setlist. The performers play on the floor in the center of the Lower Level, with seating arranged around them so everyone is close to the action. Expect a lively mix of pop, rock, country, and classic tunes chosen from audience requests, with plenty of opportunities to sing along, clap, dance, and share a laugh. A cash bar will be available. Tickets are $35 in advance and $40 at the door. Sponsored by Platz Associates.

Explore the pottery wheel in a two-part class that begins with creating your pieces and continues with glazing a couple of weeks later. In the first session you will work with three 1.25-pound clay balls to make up to three items, such as a cup, bowl, or vase. After an initial firing, return in roughly two to three weeks to apply glaze. Your work is then fired again, and you will come back to pick it up. Please complete glazing and pickup within 30 days, since unclaimed pieces are discarded due to limited storage. If you decide to make more than three items, each additional piece is $10 to cover glaze and firing. Instruction can be as hands-on or hands-off as you like, so you can shape everything on your own or get help for a more refined finish. Short nails make wheel work easier. Wear clothes that can get messy and bring an old towel or rag for your clay-covered hands. Class size is limited to five participants. The price is $59. Classes have been selling out, with all sessions in 2025 filling two to three weeks in advance. When purchasing your spot, do not enter a shipping address.

Explore simple sculpting in a beginner-friendly, three-hour hand-building class focused on creating a holiday snow person. Learn the basics of shaping up to 1.5 pounds of clay into the likeness of your own snowman. No prior experience is needed. An instructor will guide the process, answer questions, and offer tips and tricks to help bring your piece to life.