Free events in Bangor, Maine
Everything coming up in town that costs nothing to attend — talks, markets, community gatherings, library programs and more.
32 free events are coming up in Bangor.
Derry-Free Horror Book Club: KING SORROW
Wednesday, November 11, 2026 · 7:30 PM
Bookspace · Bangor, Maine
The Briar Patch's horror book club (Vol. 21) discusses King Sorrow by Maine's own Joe Hill: a group of friends makes a deal with a dragon and faces the consequences 25 years lat… More details
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Slime Time!
Thursday, November 12, 2026 · 3:30 PM
Bangor Public Library · Bangor, Maine
In the Teen Lounge. Registration required; ages 12-18, limited to 10 participants. More details
Free
Introduction to MS PowerPoint (3-session workshop)
Thursday, November 12, 2026 · 5:00 PM
Bangor Public Library · Bangor, Maine
Free National Digital Equity Center 3-session class (Nov 12, 19, 26) in the Computer Lab: create presentations, format text, insert graphics and video, transitions and animation… More details
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ASL Social Hour
Thursday, November 12, 2026 · 5:30 PM
Bangor Public Library · Bangor, Maine
First of new monthly gatherings on the 2nd Thursday of the month with Nieves Perez Besu: fun ASL games and good company. More details
Free
Stitch & Sip
Thursday, November 12, 2026 · 5:30 PM
Bangor Public Library · Bangor, Maine
An evening of crocheting, knitting, coffee, and tea for fiber artists of all skill levels; bring your own project if you can. Meets every other Thursday. More details
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Winter Decorating
Saturday, November 14, 2026 · 9:00 AM
Norumbega Park · Bangor, Maine
Volunteers and sponsors light up Downtown Bangor for winter — meet near the statue of Hannibal Hamlin to fill bridge boxes with greenery and create bright spots around downtown.… More details
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All Souls Annual Bazaar
Saturday, November 14, 2026 · 9:00 AM
All Souls Congregational Church · Bangor, Maine
All Souls Congregational Church's biggest fundraiser of the year: handmade crafts, baked goods, a silent auction, coffee cafe, book and puzzle room, meals to go, and a luncheon… More details
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Weird Book Fair at The Emporium
Saturday, November 14, 2026 · 10:00 AM
The Emporium Spooky Goods and More · Bangor, Maine
Weird book fair (allevents listing; exact time unconfirmed). More details
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7th Annual Bangor Mall Christmas Craft Fair — Weekend 2
Saturday, November 14, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Bangor Mall · Bangor, Maine
Over 300 vendors from across New England throughout the mall, food trucks, door prizes, and free Santa photos 10am–3pm (bring your own camera). More details
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Maine Public Literacy Tour with Alexandra Hinrichs
Saturday, November 14, 2026 · 10:30 AM
Bangor Public Library · Bangor, Maine
Join Daniel Tiger and author Alexandra Hinrichs for the 4th annual Maine Public Literacy Tour: story time and Daniel Tiger-related crafts. More details
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DJ Juice Live at Hollywood Casino
Saturday, November 14, 2026 · 8:00 PM
Hollywood Casino Hotel & Raceway Bangor · Bangor, Maine
Casino-favorite DJ Juice returns with an open-format set of seamless blends across music genres at the Sound Stage Lounge. More details
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Contemplative Evensong
Sunday, November 15, 2026 · 5:00 PM
St. John's Episcopal Church · Bangor, Maine
A serene service of simple songs, silence, scripture, and prayer to open your heart to God's love and peace. All are welcome, singers and non-singers alike; no worship experienc… More details
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Scribble Sessions - November
Wednesday, November 18, 2026 · 8:30 AM
40 Johnson St · Bangor, Maine
Morning session for business owners: coffee, donuts, and giant whiteboards — participants post a current business challenge, vote on the ones they'd most like to help solve, and… More details
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Out of this Warren Sci-Fi Book Club: AS YOU WAKE, BREAK THE SHELL
Wednesday, November 18, 2026 · 7:30 PM
Bookspace · Bangor, Maine
Vol. 7 of The Briar Patch's sci-fi book club, with guest moderator Aislinn Sarnacki, discusses As You Wake, Break the Shell by Becky Chambers, the first installment of a new duo… More details
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Tailgate Party
Thursday, November 19, 2026 · 3:30 PM
Bangor Public Library · Bangor, Maine
Football-themed games, snacks, and a craft in the Children's Department, for kids ages 0-18. More details
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Riff Johnson Live at Hollywood Casino
Thursday, November 19, 2026 · 8:00 PM
Hollywood Casino Hotel & Raceway Bangor · Bangor, Maine
Interactive acoustic rock & pop show by Bangor native Riff Johnson — a one-man band with looping, four US tours, and a voice built for decades past — at the Sound Stage Lounge. More details
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The Legacy of Donn Fendler: Perseverance Against All Odds
Friday, November 20, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Gracie Theatre at Husson University · Bangor, Maine
Producer Ryan Cook presents documentary footage of Donn Fendler - the boy of 'Lost on a Mountain in Maine' - telling his own story, followed by discussion and Q&A. Doors open at… More details
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Maine Harvest Festival
Saturday, November 21, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Cross Insurance Center · Bangor, Maine
Harvest festival at the Cross Insurance Center (allevents listing; exact time unconfirmed). More details
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Mango Book Fair
Saturday, November 21, 2026 · 11:00 AM
Bangor Public Library · Bangor, Maine
Children's book fair celebrating children's book authors with books in Spanish, English, and bilingual editions, plus activities for children. Books can be ordered ahead via myc… More details
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Sacred Music in Honor of Saint Cecilia
Saturday, November 21, 2026 · 7:30 PM
St. John's Catholic Church · Bangor, Maine
Music performed by the Chamber Choir at Saint John's Catholic Church, directed by Kevin Birch and Abraham Ross, with Sarah Hoskins and Aija Kante on cello. Proceeds support heat… More details
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Choral Evensong - Celebrating Thomas Tallis, John Merbecke, William Byrd, and C.S. Lewis
Sunday, November 22, 2026 · 5:00 PM
St. John's Episcopal Church · Bangor, Maine
St. John's first Choral Evensong of the 2026-2027 season marks the commemorations of Thomas Tallis, John Merbecke, and William Byrd, along with St. Cecilia, patron saint of musi… More details
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Plaid Friday
Friday, November 27, 2026 · 9:00 AM
Downtown Bangor · Bangor, Maine
Downtown Bangor's Plaid Friday: escape the chaos of Black Friday crowds and get access to amazing deals at local businesses downtown. More details
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Downtown Bangor Holiday Tree Lighting and Hollywood Casino Light Show
Friday, November 27, 2026 · 4:30 PM
West Market Square · Bangor, Maine
City of Bangor tree lighting at 4:30 pm as part of Downtown Bangor's Plaid Friday celebration, with a musical animated light show in West Market Square sponsored by Hollywood Ca… More details
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Small Business Saturday
Saturday, November 28, 2026 · 9:00 AM
Downtown Bangor · Bangor, Maine
Join Downtown Bangor in celebrating Small Business Saturday — shop small and support downtown Bangor's local businesses. Listing is date-only; 9 AM start is assumed, time unveri… More details
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Wabanaki Art Market 2026
Saturday, November 28, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Wabanaki Public Health & Wellness · Bangor, Maine
Pop-up market of contemporary Native arts during Native American Heritage Month, hosted by Wabanaki Public Health and Wellness on Small Business Saturday. Functional and decorat… More details
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Festive Meet & Greet with The Grinch at BAM
Saturday, December 5, 2026 · 11:00 AM
Books-A-Million · Bangor, Maine
Meet and greet with the Grinch at Books-A-Million (allevents listing). More details
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Festival of Lights Parade
Saturday, December 5, 2026 · 4:30 PM
Downtown Bangor · Bangor, Maine
26th Annual Festival of Lights Parade, staged by the Rotary Club of Bangor. Theme: 'Create Lasting Impact.' A spectacular nighttime parade of roughly 80 illuminated units — marc… More details
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Business After Hours December 2026 - Heart of Maine United Way
Thursday, December 10, 2026 · 5:00 PM
Heart of Maine United Way · Bangor, Maine
Bangor Region Chamber's monthly Business After Hours networking event, hosted for December by Heart of Maine United Way. More details
Free
Bangor Authors' Book Fair and Literary Festival 2026
Saturday, December 12, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Bangor Public Library · Bangor, Maine
Book fair and literary festival (allevents listing; exact time unconfirmed). More details
Free
Merry Maker's Market
Sunday, December 20, 2026 · 12:00 PM
Cross Insurance Center · Bangor, Maine
100+ local makers and vendors. More details
Free
Maine Science Festival 2027
Tuesday, March 23, 2027 · 9:00 AM
Cross Insurance Center · Bangor, Maine
Five-day statewide science festival in Bangor with forums, talks, hands-on workshops and family programming spotlighting Maine research institutions. Most events free and open t… More details
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Bates Baseball at Husson
Wednesday, March 24, 2027 · 3:30 PM
Dr. John W. Winkin Sports Complex · Bangor, Maine
Bates Baseball at Husson at Dr. John W. Winkin Sports Complex in Bangor, Maine — Wednesday, March 24, 2027, 3:30 PM. Free. More details
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