Art gives voice to the voiceless and fame to the ignored. You can learn various forms of art from dancing to sketching in Portland. There are designated classes, drama workshops, and art events in Portland for the same. If you just want to be a mere spectator you can attend theatre events and art exhibitions in Portland too.
Ever wanted to volunteer in those nukkad, nataks or street shows? Wish to learn the basics of painting? Well, just explore through the art & theatre events in Portland.
## Art Events in Portland - **Event Name**: BrickUniverse LEGO® Fan Expo for all ages - **Description**: Maine’s biggest LEGO® Fan Event returns to Portland with the most creations built by professional LEGO® artists under one roof!About this EventBrickUniverse: The Immersive Brick Experience 2026 - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 4 - **Date**: Sat Oct 03 2026 at 10:00 am – Sun Oct 04 2026 at 04:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portland/brickuniverse-lego-fan-expo-for-all-ages/100001983680538891 - **Venue**: James A Banks Sr Portland Exposition Building - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy8wYzEzMWEyMDk1YjFkZDg3MzAwMmQ4MzU2ZGM5YTNkNjI3NjY2NzFlNjk4ZmJmODA1OTY0NTkxZGU2NTBiMTE2LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYwMC1kY2ZlZDkwZi1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NzIzNzE5MzE.avif - **Price**: USD 6 to 48 - **Categories**: fitness, Exhibitions, Art, Business, Kids - **Event Name**: RWS Open Studios, Demos & Sales - **Description**: Join RWS Artists in their studios for Maine Craft Weekend on October 3rd, 12 - 4 pm. Tour the 16,000 sq ft studio building for a unique peek into tthe workspace and lives of local Portland artists. Printmkaing, ceramics, woodwor - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 3 - **Date**: Sat Oct 03 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sat Oct 03 2026 at 04:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portland/rws-open-studios-demos-and-sales-tickets/80001518630318 - **Venue**: Running With Scissors Artist Studios & Community - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4yLmFsbGV2ZW50cy5pbi90aHVtYnMvdGh1bWI2YTlhYjE0MjlhYzMwLmpwZw.avif - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: art, pop-ups, fine-arts - **Event Name**: Benjamin Tod and the Inline Six at State Theatre Portland - **Date**: Sat Oct 10 2026 at 08:00 pm – Sat Oct 10 2026 at 10:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portland/benjamin-tod-and-the-inline-six-at-state-theatre-portland/2400029210110523 - **Venue**: State Theatre Portland - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvZGE4N2NjOTAtYmFmNi0xMWYxLWIzYjItNDljZTE3OTk1YWQ3LXJpbWctdzc5NS1oOTk0LWRjZThlOGU4LWdtaXIucG5nP3Y9MTc5MDU3MDQ5Ng.avif - **Categories**: art - **Event Name**: A More Walkable Portland: Featuring Jeff Speck - **Description**: Join us for a conversation on a more walkable future for Portland!About this Event*Please note that tickets do not guarantee entry, and that seats are provided on a first come, first served basis*The City of Portla - **Date**: Wed Sep 30 2026 at 06:30 pm – Wed Sep 30 2026 at 09:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portland/a-more-walkable-portland-featuring-jeff-speck/100001997460738840 - **Venue**: Portland Museum of Art - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy84N2E3NGM0ZGFhNjA1ZjVlODY2YmI4ZGNjMGI5NWFmM2QxZThhNTBmYzZjNDU0MTBjNDY4YjQ1MGVhOTNhYzAzLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYwMC1kYzA4Mzg0OC1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3ODcyNDkwMDA.avif - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: fitness, Art, Business, literary-art - **Event Name**: Lucas Zelnick at State Theatre Portland - **Date**: Sun Oct 18 2026 at 07:00 pm – Sun Oct 18 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portland/lucas-zelnick-at-state-theatre-portland/2400029969602530 - **Venue**: State Theatre Portland - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy9lMTQ0ZjkyMC1iYjhlLTExZjEtOTkxMy0yMTU3NDQzN2UyMTMtcmltZy13MTIwMC1oODAwLWRjMDgyODQ4LWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc5MDYzNTgwNQ.avif - **Categories**: Art, Theatre - **Event Name**: The Great Pumpkin Ball at State Theatre Portland - **Date**: Sat Oct 31 2026 at 08:00 pm – Sat Oct 31 2026 at 10:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portland/the-great-pumpkin-ball-at-state-theatre-portland/2400030675803648 - **Venue**: State Theatre Portland - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy8xMTBiYTQzMC1iYzA1LTExZjEtOTkxMy0yMTU3NDQzN2UyMTMtcmltZy13MTAyNC1oMTAyNC1kYzI4MDgwOC1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3OTA2ODY1Mzc.avif - **Categories**: Art, Theatre - **Event Name**: Benjamin Tod - **Description**: 📍 Venue: State Theatre - Portland, ME 🏠 Address: 609 Congress St, Portland, ME 04101 🌆 City: Portland 📍 Location: 43.654, -70.2637✨ Embark on an extraordinary journey at Benjamin Tod, where every moment promises to be unforgettable! 🌟 Im - **Date**: Sun Oct 11 2026 at 12:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portland/benjamin-tod/3200029571324306 - **Venue**: State Theatre - Portland, ME - **Banner**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=Benjamin+Tod&date=Sun+Oct+11+2026+at+12%3A00+am&bg=2 - **Categories**: art, theatre, contests, trips-adventures - **Event Name**: Leslie Jones - **Date**: Fri Nov 06 2026 (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portland/leslie-jones/2300029955659524 - **Venue**: State Theatre - ME - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy9lY2E2YjZlMC0zZjQ4LTExZjEtOWQ0Ni1kMzUzZmYwY2UxMzYtcmltZy13MTIwMC1oODAwLWRjZjZmN2Y1LWdtaXIud2VicD92PTE3NzY5NzE3ODY.avif - **Categories**: art, theatre - **Event Name**: Creative Portland Presents: First Friday Art Walk & Third Wednesdays - **Description**: Join the fun in the Portland Arts District on First Fridays and Third Wednesdays.About this EventFree family activities and live music, artist pop-ups, and food trucks at 500 Congress Street from 4pm to 7pm.For mor - **Date**: Fri Oct 02 2026 at 05:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portland/creative-portland-presents-first-friday-art-walk-and-third-wednesdays/100001994894763940 - **Venue**: 500 Congress St - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy83MjI3Y2RhZmRiNjA2NTQ5NmEyZjc3NTZmNjJkMjk4MWQzZDA4ZjcwYzZlMzBmMGQ4MDQ1MzJiOTcxYzkyYjMzLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYwMC1kY2UyNDIzOC1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3ODUzMjYwOTg.avif - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: fitness, Art, Music, Entertainment, food-drinks - **Event Name**: Feud Night at Bissell Brothers in Portland! - **Description**: Feud Night with great food!About this EventIt’s like bar trivia meets Family Feu- actually we can’t say the full name for copyright fears, but here’s the deal: We’ve asked 100 people a bunch of questions, and now your tea - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 2 - **Date**: Fri Oct 02 2026 at 06:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portland/feud-night-at-bissell-brothers-in-portland/100001788021272759 - **Venue**: Bissell Brothers - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy9jNmMyNDA5MDdiYWNhOTkxNWRkYzAxYWRiYmEyMzYyZmY1MWMwZTUxMDUwNjNjOWIxMTQxZmM1ZmJhMGZiODI0LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYwMC1kYzFiMTYxNC1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3ODAzNjg2NDA.avif - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: fitness, Art, Entertainment, Theatre, performances - **Event Name**: Lucas Zelnick - **Date**: Sat Oct 17 2026 – Sun Oct 18 2026 (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portland/lucas-zelnick/2300029956132715 - **Venue**: State Theatre - ME - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvZWIzMGUwNzAtOGVjMC0xMWYxLTg4ZGMtZTM4NTZlYjI1NjhmLXJpbWctdzEwODAtaDEwODAtZGMwODA4MDgtZ21pci5qcGc_dj0xNzg1NzA5NDcx.avif - **Categories**: art - **Event Name**: Bertha - Grateful Drag at State Theatre Portland - **Date**: Sat Oct 17 2026 at 08:00 pm – Sat Oct 17 2026 at 10:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portland/bertha-grateful-drag-at-state-theatre-portland/2400030065872935 - **Venue**: State Theatre Portland - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy8wZGFmNTk4MC1iYWY3LTExZjEtYjNiMi00OWNlMTc5OTVhZDctcmltZy13MTA4MC1oMTA4MC1kYzA4MDgwOC1nbWlyLnBuZz92PTE3OTA1NzA1Njg.avif - **Categories**: art - **Event Name**: Marc Maron at State Theatre Portland - **Date**: Thu Nov 05 2026 at 08:00 pm – Thu Nov 05 2026 at 10:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portland/marc-maron-at-state-theatre-portland/2400029943026051 - **Venue**: State Theatre Portland - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvOTcwMzU1YjAtYmI5Ny0xMWYxLTk5MTMtMjE1NzQ0MzdlMjEzLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDU1MC1kYzE4MTgxOC1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3OTA2Mzk1MjM.avif - **Categories**: art - **Event Name**: Gray Space | Blue Skies - A Marimba Ballet - **Description**: Five dancers and live marimba create an immersive contemporary experience intersecting Western classicism with Africanist aesthetics.About this EventThrough the metaphors of "gray space" and "blue skies," this - **Date**: Sat Oct 10 2026 at 08:00 pm – Sat Oct 10 2026 at 09:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portland/gray-space-blue-skies-a-marimba-ballet/100001996033369540 - **Venue**: Mechanics' Hall - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy8wZDJjNTI5ZTI5MGY2MTEzYjkwZTc5YTQzNGVmMGY5ZTdkNjc4YTAzOTQ5YzhlN2Y2NjA3OWY1ZmVhZDc4MDFmLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYwMC1kYzA4MDgwOC1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3ODU4OTYzNTI.avif - **Price**: USD 0 to 45 - **Categories**: art, entertainment, performances, dance, workshops, concerts, music, festivals, science-fair, fine-arts, theatre, storytelling - **Event Name**: Bruce Cockburn - **Date**: Tue Oct 20 2026 at 07:00 pm – Wed Oct 21 2026 at 09:30 pm (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portland/bruce-cockburn/2300029730140657 - **Venue**: State Theatre - ME - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy82MzE4NjgzMC1hMGZkLTExZjEtODM4Mi0yN2M4YjRmOGRiYWMtcmltZy13MTIwMC1oMTE3MS1kYzk4MDgwOC1nbWlyLndlYnA_dj0xNzg3NzE0NTY2.avif - **Categories**: Art, Theatre ## Trending Events in Portland - **Event Name**: Public Speaking Skills 1-Day Workshop | Portland, OR - **Description**: Event DetailsDuration: 1-Day Practical Training (8 Hours)Timing: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (including breaks)Language: EnglishCertificate - **Venue**: Portland - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb6a816d77c83e1.jpg - **Event Name**: Matt Rife - **Venue**: Moda Center at the Rose Quarter - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/b16de0e0-baf8-11f1-b3b2-49ce17995ad7-rimg-w1200-h901-dc080808-gmir.jpg?v=1790571275 - **Event Name**: Tyler Childers at Moda Center - **Venue**: Moda Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/5161c160-abb4-11f1-8ed1-0da50d238dff-rimg-w1200-h500-dc080808-gmir.jpg?v=1788892637 - **Event Name**: Matt Rife at Moda Center - **Venue**: Moda Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/352e38f0-bb9c-11f1-9913-21574437e213-rimg-w1200-h675-dc080808-gmir.jpg?v=1790641502 - **Event Name**: Kathy Griffin - **Venue**: Merrill Auditorium - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/66f86f30-b2dd-11f1-8909-3fa26b1e25fa-rimg-w1200-h800-dc282828-gmir.jpg?v=1789679956 - **Event Name**: Cavetown at McMenamins Crystal Ballroom - **Venue**: McMenamins Crystal Ballroom - **Event Name**: Doja Cat - **Venue**: Moda Center at the Rose Quarter - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/45e75480-bc2b-11f1-9913-21574437e213-rimg-w1080-h1656-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg?v=1790702978 - **Event Name**: Jeff Goldblum at Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall - **Venue**: Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/4f1e91f0-6936-11f1-9578-a1beb0c0b8c8-rimg-w1200-h800-dc050505-gmir.jpg?v=1781581740 - **Event Name**: Doja Cat at Moda Center - **Venue**: Moda Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/06a7a9d0-bb38-11f1-9913-21574437e213-rimg-w1200-h675-dcd82828-gmir.png?v=1790598472 ## Browse Art Events by Date - [Art Events Today in Portland](https://allevents.in/portland/art--today) - [Art Events This Weekend in Portland](https://allevents.in/portland/art--this-weekend) - [Art Events in September in Portland](https://allevents.in/portland/art--september) - [Art Events in October in Portland](https://allevents.in/portland/art--october) ## FAQs - **Q**: What are the top Art events in Portland? - **A:** BrickUniverse LEGO® Fan Expo for all ages (Sat Oct 03 2026 at 10:00 am at James A Banks Sr Portland Exposition Building), RWS Open Studios, Demos & Sales (Sat Oct 03 2026 at 12:00 pm at Running With Scissors Artist Studios & Community), Benjamin Tod and the Inline Six at State Theatre Portland (Sat Oct 10 2026 at 08:00 pm at State Theatre Portland), A More Walkable Portland: Featuring Jeff Speck (Wed Sep 30 2026 at 06:30 pm at Portland Museum of Art), Lucas Zelnick at State Theatre Portland (Sun Oct 18 2026 at 07:00 pm at State Theatre Portland). - **Q**: What are the top free Art events in Portland? - **A:** RWS Open Studios, Demos & Sales (Sat Oct 03 2026 at 12:00 pm at Running With Scissors Artist Studios & Community), A More Walkable Portland: Featuring Jeff Speck (Wed Sep 30 2026 at 06:30 pm at Portland Museum of Art), Creative Portland Presents: First Friday Art Walk & Third Wednesdays (Fri Oct 02 2026 at 05:00 pm at 500 Congress St), Feud Night at Bissell Brothers in Portland! (Fri Oct 02 2026 at 06:00 pm at Bissell Brothers), RWS Open Studios, Demos & Sales (Sat, 03 Oct at 12:00 pm at Running With Scissors Artist Studios & Community). - **Q**: What Art events are happening in Portland today September 30, 2026? - **A:** A More Walkable Portland: Featuring Jeff Speck (Wed Sep 30 2026 at 06:30 pm at Portland Museum of Art). - **Q**: What Art events are happening in Portland this weekend October 2–4, 2026? - **A:** BrickUniverse LEGO® Fan Expo for all ages (Sat Oct 03 2026 at 10:00 am at James A Banks Sr Portland Exposition Building), RWS Open Studios, Demos & Sales (Sat Oct 03 2026 at 12:00 pm at Running With Scissors Artist Studios & Community), Creative Portland Presents: First Friday Art Walk & Third Wednesdays (Fri Oct 02 2026 at 05:00 pm at 500 Congress St), Feud Night at Bissell Brothers in Portland! (Fri Oct 02 2026 at 06:00 pm at Bissell Brothers), RWS Open Studios, Demos & Sales (Sat, 03 Oct at 12:00 pm at Running With Scissors Artist Studios & Community). - **Q**: What Art events are happening in Portland in September 2026? - **A:** A More Walkable Portland: Featuring Jeff Speck (Wed Sep 30 2026 at 06:30 pm at Portland Museum of Art). - **Q**: How can I find Art events in Portland? - **A:** You can discover upcoming Art events in Portland on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests. - **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Art events in Portland? - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets. - **Q**: What are the popular venues for Art events in Portland? - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Art events in Portland include James A Banks Sr Portland Exposition Building, Running With Scissors Artist Studios & Community, State Theatre Portland. - **Q**: What is the price range for Art events in Portland? - **A:** Prices for Art events in Portland range from USD 6 to USD 48. Many events also offer free entry. - **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Art events in Portland? - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Art events in Portland include BrickUniverse, Running with scissors art studios, Vivid Events. - **Q**: Are there any online Art events available? - **A:** Yes, many Art events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere. - **Q**: How can I get notified about new Art events in Portland? - **A:** Follow the Art category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Art events are listed in Portland. ## Category Banner - **Banner Image**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/fa/62c63e1af3495c9493152cf57d2048/art.png ## Arts events from nearby cities - [Arts events in South Portland](https://allevents.in/south-portland/art) - [Arts events in Westbrook](https://allevents.in/westbrook-me/art) - [Arts events in Scarborough](https://allevents.in/scarborough-us/art) - [Arts events in Gorham](https://allevents.in/gorham-me/art) - [Arts events in Yarmouth](https://allevents.in/yarmouth-me/art)