Free events in South Portland, Maine

Everything coming up in town that costs nothing to attend — talks, markets, community gatherings, library programs and more.

41 free events are coming up in South Portland.

Groupe de Discussion en Français
Tuesday, November 10, 2026 · 10:15 AM
South Portland Public Library - Main Library · South Portland, Maine
Monthly French discussion group (second Tuesdays) for speakers with some background in French — not for beginners. Practice French in a casual setting; group limited to 12, regi… More details
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Destination Storytime at Redbank Community Center
Tuesday, November 10, 2026 · 10:30 AM
Redbank Community Center · South Portland, Maine
Stories and songs for all ages at Redbank Community Center (95 MacArthur Circle West). Tuesdays at 10:30am. More details
Free
Community Development Advisory Committee - IN PERSON
Tuesday, November 10, 2026 · 11:00 AM
South Portland Community Development Office · South Portland, Maine
Community Development Advisory Committee - IN PERSON at South Portland Community Development Office in South Portland, Maine — Tuesday, November 10, 2026, 11:00 AM. Free. More details
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Teen Open Mic Night
Tuesday, November 10, 2026 · 5:30 PM
South Portland Public Library - Main Library · South Portland, Maine
Teens only; the stage is yours for up to 5 minutes — any performance art welcome. More details
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Knit Chat [Evening]
Tuesday, November 10, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Main Library · South Portland, Maine
Do you love to knit and chat? Join us upstairs in the Gallery for Knit Chat! All ages and skill levels welcome! Tuesdays at the Main Library at 6pm More details
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South Portland Veterans Day Parade
Wednesday, November 11, 2026 · 10:30 AM
Southern Maine Community College · South Portland, Maine
Parade steps off at 11:00 AM from Southern Maine Community College on South Broadway. More details
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Spanish Conversation Group
Thursday, November 12, 2026 · 12:00 PM
South Portland Public Library · South Portland, Maine
Brush up on your Spanish skills at this informal conversation group. Every Thursday at noon at the Main Library. More details
Free
Construct & Create
Thursday, November 12, 2026 · 3:30 PM
South Portland Public Library — Main Library · South Portland, Maine
All-ages building bonanza featuring LEGOs, Brain Flakes, Lincoln Logs, and more. More details
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Mahjong Group
Thursday, November 12, 2026 · 5:00 PM
South Portland Public Library · South Portland, Maine
Do you love to play Mahjong? Come to the Main Library for this drop-in group for adults! Upcoming dates: Thurs. 10/22 & Thurs. 11/12 5:00pm-7:30pm Please note, this group is for… More details
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Evening Book Group [online]
Thursday, November 12, 2026 · 6:30 PM
Online · South Portland, Maine
Our Evening Book Club meets on the second Thursday of the month at 6:30 PM, online, via Zoom. We enjoy sharing an adventurous blend of fiction and non-fiction titles. For more i… More details
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Knit Chat [Morning]
Friday, November 13, 2026 · 10:00 AM
South Portland Public Library · South Portland, Maine
Do you love to knit and chat? Join us upstairs in the Gallery for Knit Chat! All ages and skill levels welcome. More details
Free
Family Storytime
Friday, November 13, 2026 · 10:30 AM
Main Library · South Portland, Maine
Join us on Fridays at 10:30am for songs, stories, and movement! Best for ages 2-5. More details
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Homeschool Open House
Friday, November 13, 2026 · 1:00 PM
South Portland Public Library — Main Library · South Portland, Maine
Meet the Children's Librarians, take a short tour of the building, learn about the library's resources, and connect with other home-schooling families. More details
Free
Winter Wonderland Christmas Fair
Saturday, November 14, 2026 · 9:00 AM
310 Broadway, South Portland · South Portland, Maine
Handmade gifts, jewelry, holiday decorations, candy, baked goods and books; chowder and sandwich luncheon 11:00 AM–1:00 PM. Facts corroborated identically on Festivals.com listi… More details
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Mr. Drew and His Animals Too
Saturday, November 14, 2026 · 10:30 AM
South Portland Public Library — Main Library · South Portland, Maine
Educational outreach presentation featuring exotic reptiles, amphibians and invertebrates from around the world that Mr. Drew has rescued and rehabilitated — he currently cares… More details
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Artsy Afternoon at South Portland Public Library
Saturday, November 14, 2026 · 2:00 PM
South Portland Public Library - Main Library · South Portland, Maine
Monthly adult crafting series (typically third Saturdays) for adults 18+ to flex their creative muscles. Pre-registration required. More details
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Community Development Advisory Committee (Open Mic) - IN PERSON
Monday, November 16, 2026 · 11:00 AM
South Portland City Hall · South Portland, Maine
Community Development Advisory Committee (Open Mic) - IN PERSON at South Portland City Hall in South Portland, Maine — Monday, November 16, 2026, 11:00 AM. Free. More details
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Conservation Committee - HYBRID
Monday, November 16, 2026 · 6:30 PM
South Portland Community Development Office · South Portland, Maine
Conservation Committee - HYBRID at South Portland Community Development Office in South Portland, Maine — Monday, November 16, 2026, 6:30 PM. Free. More details
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Read with Ferris
Tuesday, November 17, 2026 · 3:30 PM
South Portland Public Library — Main Library · South Portland, Maine
Children who are independent readers can read to Ferris the therapy cat in 15-minute time slots. Registration required — sign up in the Children's Room or call Youth Services at… More details
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Historic Preservation Committee - HYBRID
Tuesday, November 17, 2026 · 5:30 PM
South Portland Community Development Office · South Portland, Maine
Historic Preservation Committee - HYBRID at South Portland Community Development Office in South Portland, Maine — Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 5:30 PM. Free. More details
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City Council Meeting - IN PERSON
Tuesday, November 17, 2026 · 6:30 PM
South Portland City Hall · South Portland, Maine
City Council Meeting - IN PERSON at South Portland City Hall in South Portland, Maine — Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 6:30 PM. Free. More details
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Bike/Ped Committee - IN PERSON
Wednesday, November 18, 2026 · 7:30 AM
929 Highland Ave · South Portland, Maine
Feed location is the street address only; building name not stated in the feed. More details
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Storytime for Babies & Toddlers
Wednesday, November 18, 2026 · 1:00 PM
South Portland Public Library · South Portland, Maine
Lap-sit program for babies, toddlers, and their caregivers — songs, bounces, and stories followed by stay and play. Recommended for ages 0–2. More details
Free
Fresh Food Event with The Locker Project
Wednesday, November 18, 2026 · 3:00 PM
South Portland Public Library · South Portland, Maine
The Locker Project shares fresh local produce and other nourishing food with all who stop by. More details
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Economic Development Committee - HYBRID
Wednesday, November 18, 2026 · 4:00 PM
South Portland Community Development Office · South Portland, Maine
Economic Development Committee - HYBRID at South Portland Community Development Office in South Portland, Maine — Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 4:00 PM. Free. More details
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Waste Reduction Committee - IN PERSON
Wednesday, November 18, 2026 · 5:30 PM
South Portland Community Development Office · South Portland, Maine
Waste Reduction Committee - IN PERSON at South Portland Community Development Office in South Portland, Maine — Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 5:30 PM. Free. More details
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Author Talk with Philip Moss
Wednesday, November 18, 2026 · 6:00 PM
South Portland Public Library · South Portland, Maine
Learn about the inspiration and process of writing from a local author's perspective. Philip J. Moss is a retired lawyer who has published 25 titles, mostly fiction. More details
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Silent Book Group
Wednesday, November 18, 2026 · 6:30 PM
South Portland Public Library · South Portland, Maine
Adult readers bring a book of their choice for an hour of uninterrupted, dedicated silent reading time. Talk books before and after the reading time — or not. Meets weekly on We… More details
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Planning Board - HYBRID
Wednesday, November 18, 2026 · 6:30 PM
South Portland City Hall · South Portland, Maine
Planning Board - HYBRID at South Portland City Hall in South Portland, Maine — Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 6:30 PM. Free. More details
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Mahoney City Center P3 Sub Committee - In Person
Thursday, November 19, 2026 · 12:00 PM
South Portland City Hall · South Portland, Maine
Mahoney City Center P3 Sub Committee - In Person at South Portland City Hall in South Portland, Maine — Thursday, November 19, 2026, 12:00 PM. Free. More details
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Woolf In Maine: Part Book Club, Part Guided Book Discussion, Part Art Project
Thursday, November 19, 2026 · 5:30 PM
South Portland Public Library · South Portland, Maine
Over the course of a few weeks we’ll: Read To The Lighthouse by Virginia Woolf Go through presentations of Woolf’s biography, other major works like A Room of One’s Own and othe… More details
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City Council Office Hours
Saturday, November 21, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Main Library · South Portland, Maine
Stop by to connect with your elected officials about local matters that matter to YOU! More details
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Writers’ Group [in-person]
Saturday, November 21, 2026 · 2:00 PM
Main Library · South Portland, Maine
Do you want to start writing but have no idea where to begin? Do you have a manuscript you want some feedback on? Or do you need motivation to stick to a writing schedule or ove… More details
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Mondays at the Main: Bank Scams
Monday, November 30, 2026 · 2:00 PM
South Portland Public Library · South Portland, Maine
What are the trending bank scams, and what can bank employees do to help prevent elder exploitation? A Bank Scams presentation with Bath Savings, part of the Mondays at the Main… More details
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Pod Squad (online)
Thursday, December 3, 2026 · 6:30 PM
South Portland Public Library · South Portland, Maine
SPPL’s Pod Squad is a discussion group that explores a selection from the wonderfully diverse world of podcasts. Pod Squad meets on the last Thursday of the month at 6:30 PM, on… More details
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Writers’ Group [online]
Saturday, December 5, 2026 · 2:00 PM
Online · South Portland, Maine
For writers who want feedback on a manuscript, motivation to stick to a writing schedule, or help overcoming writer's block. Sign up via the library's Writers' Group page. More details
Free
Groupe de Discussion en Français
Tuesday, December 8, 2026 · 10:15 AM
Main Library · South Portland, Maine
Are you interested in keeping up your French speaking skills? This is an opportunity to practice French in a casual setting. We will meet monthly on the second Tuesday from 10:1… More details
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Teen Open Mic Night
Tuesday, December 8, 2026 · 5:30 PM
South Portland Public Library · South Portland, Maine
The second Tuesday of the month at 5:30pm is Teen Open Mic Night at the library, and the only rules are: Be a Teen Bring your A-Game! The stage will be yours for up to 5 minutes… More details
Free
Branch Book Group
Wednesday, December 9, 2026 · 1:00 PM
South Portland Public Library (Branch Library) · South Portland, Maine
Gather in person with fellow book lovers — join Malia (Circulation Librarian) in reading diverse books followed by friendly discussion. Meets the second Wednesday of the month a… More details
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Fresh Food Event with The Locker Project
Wednesday, December 9, 2026 · 3:00 PM
Main Library · South Portland, Maine
The Locker Project will be at the Main Library to share fresh local produce and other nourishing food with all who stop by. More details
Free
Artsy Afternoon
Saturday, December 12, 2026 · 2:00 PM
Main Library · South Portland, Maine
Artsy Afternoons is a monthly adult crafting series, where adults can come to flex their creative muscles! The program typically meets on the third Saturday of each month, from… More details
Free