Upcoming events.
These are events we’re participating in or hosting within our community to bring Maine creatives and businesses together.
Will Sawyer Live
Enjoy Will Sawyer, a Maine-based professional pianist, perform at the Michelin-key holding Lincoln Hotel in Biddeford, Maine. Relax in their luxury atmosphere with a cocktail and live piano music.
Booked by AP Nuri at Wanda Entertainment.
Night of Talent
A curated night of live music reminiscent of your favorite Open Mic Nights. Are you ready to be a part of the growing music hub in Maine? Submit today to be considered!
Night of Talent: After Dark
A CURATED NIGHT OF LIVE MUSIC REMINISCENT OF YOUR FAVORITE COFFEEHOUSE AND OPEN MIC NIGHTS, BUT WITH A TWIST. LOCAL PERFORMERS, MUSICIANS AND ARTISTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SUBMIT TO BE CHOSEN TO PERFORM FOR OUR AFTER DARK EVENT. EXPLICIT WORDS AND CONTENT ARE ALLOWED WITH APPROVAL. ACTS CANNOT EXCEED 7 MINUTES.
Night of Talent
A curated night of live music reminiscent of your favorite Open Mic Nights. Are you ready to be a part of the growing music hub in Maine? Submit today to be considered!
Night of Talent: After Dark
A CURATED NIGHT OF LIVE MUSIC REMINISCENT OF YOUR FAVORITE COFFEEHOUSE AND OPEN MIC NIGHTS, BUT WITH A TWIST. LOCAL PERFORMERS, MUSICIANS AND ARTISTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SUBMIT TO BE CHOSEN TO PERFORM FOR OUR AFTER DARK EVENT. EXPLICIT WORDS AND CONTENT ARE ALLOWED WITH APPROVAL. ACTS CANNOT EXCEED 7 MINUTES.
Night of Talent
A curated night of live music reminiscent of your favorite Open Mic Nights. Are you ready to be a part of the growing music hub in Maine? Submit today to be considered!
Night of Talent: After Dark
A CURATED NIGHT OF LIVE MUSIC REMINISCENT OF YOUR FAVORITE COFFEEHOUSE AND OPEN MIC NIGHTS, BUT WITH A TWIST. LOCAL PERFORMERS, MUSICIANS AND ARTISTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SUBMIT TO BE CHOSEN TO PERFORM FOR OUR AFTER DARK EVENT. EXPLICIT WORDS AND CONTENT ARE ALLOWED WITH APPROVAL. ACTS CANNOT EXCEED 7 MINUTES.
Night of Talent
A curated night of live music reminiscent of your favorite Open Mic Nights. Are you ready to be a part of the growing music hub in Maine? Submit today to be considered!
Night of Talent: After Dark
A CURATED NIGHT OF LIVE MUSIC REMINISCENT OF YOUR FAVORITE COFFEEHOUSE AND OPEN MIC NIGHTS, BUT WITH A TWIST. LOCAL PERFORMERS, MUSICIANS AND ARTISTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SUBMIT TO BE CHOSEN TO PERFORM FOR OUR AFTER DARK EVENT. EXPLICIT WORDS AND CONTENT ARE ALLOWED WITH APPROVAL. ACTS CANNOT EXCEED 7 MINUTES.
Night of Talent
A curated night of live music reminiscent of your favorite Open Mic Nights, but for the holidays. This show is in tandem with Jacqui’s Music Studio, a studio for musicians of all ages teaching voice, piano and more.
Are you ready to be a part of the growing music hub in Maine? Submit today to be considered!
The Philonian Live Show
The musical duo that is Will and AP are the Philonian! Playing Live shows across Portland, don’t miss out on their fun mash-up of Y2K, pop, and throwback covers as well as new original music.
Night of Talent: After Dark
A CURATED NIGHT OF LIVE MUSIC REMINISCENT OF YOUR FAVORITE COFFEEHOUSE AND OPEN MIC NIGHTS, BUT WITH A TWIST. LOCAL PERFORMERS, MUSICIANS AND ARTISTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SUBMIT TO BE CHOSEN TO PERFORM FOR OUR AFTER DARK EVENT. EXPLICIT WORDS AND CONTENT ARE ALLOWED WITH APPROVAL. ACTS CANNOT EXCEED 7 MINUTES.
Hotpot Dinner Party
An invite-only dinner party for the community hosted by a community. Our Dinner Party is meant to bring communities that may not otherwise meet together, together over food, music and shared interests.
The Philonian Live Show
The musical duo that is Will and AP are the Philonian! Playing Live shows across Portland, don’t miss out on their fun mash-up of Y2K, pop, and throwback covers as well as new original music.
The Philonian Live Valentine’s Day Show
The musical duo that is Will and AP are the Philonian! Playing live for Valentine’s Day at Banded Brewing, don’t miss out on our fun mash-up of Y2K, pop, and throwback covers celebrating love and it’s ups and downs.
Night of Talent
A curated night of live music reminiscent of your favorite open mic nights. Are you ready to be a part of the growing music hub in Maine? Submit today to be considered!
Will Sawyer Live
Enjoy Will Sawyer, a Maine-based professional pianist, perform at the Michelin-key holding Lincoln Hotel in Biddeford, Maine. Relax in their luxury atmosphere with a cocktail and live piano music.
The Philonian Live Show
The musical duo that is Will and AP are the Philonian! Playing Live shows across Portland, don’t miss out on their fun mash-up of Y2K, pop, and throwback covers as well as new original music.
Will Sawyer Live
Enjoy Will Sawyer, a Maine-based professional pianist, perform at the Michelin-key holding Lincoln Hotel in Biddeford, Maine. Relax in their luxury atmosphere with a cocktail and live piano music.
Booked by AP Nuri at Wanda Entertainment.
Night of Talent: Holiday Edition
Hosted by Will Sawyer and AP Nuri, Night of Talent: Holiday Edition is making its first debut at Freedom’s Edge Cider in Portland, Maine.
Come enjoy night of live local talent performing from 6-8pm. Bask in a relaxing environment with a variety of ciders, snacks, and more!
Jacqui’s Music Studio is offering their students the chance to perform with other local musicians and professionals.
Night of Talent: After Dark
A CURATED NIGHT OF LIVE MUSIC REMINISCENT OF YOUR FAVORITE COFFEEHOUSE AND OPEN MIC NIGHTS, BUT WITH A TWIST. LOCAL PERFORMERS, MUSICIANS AND ARTISTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SUBMIT TO BE CHOSEN TO PERFORM FOR OUR AFTER DARK EVENT. EXPLICIT WORDS AND CONTENT ARE ALLOWED WITH APPROVAL. ACTS CANNOT EXCEED 7 MINUTES.
Night of Talent
A curated night of live music reminiscent of your favorite Coffeehouse and Open Mic Nights. Are you ready to be a part of the growing music hub in Saco? Submit today to be considered!
Night of Talent: After Dark
A curated night of live music reminiscent of your favorite Coffeehouse and Open Mic Nights, but with a twist. Local performers, musicians and artists are encouraged to submit to be chosen to perform for our After Dark event. Explicit words and content are allowed with approval. Acts cannot exceed 7 minutes.
Are you ready to be a part of the growing music hub in Saco? Submit today to be considered!
When: Saturday, June 8th, 2024 @ 6:30 p.m.
Where: Biddeford Main St. (Exact Location TBA)
Show us what you've got by June 7th, 2024. We’re excited to work with you. Good luck!
Jazz Jam Night
A free Jazz Jam Night in honor of International Jazz Day in Biddeford, ME. Bring your own instrument and real book (we will also have instruments and books available to borrow!) and jam out in celebration of jazz music. Singers, musicians, and music-lovers of all kinds are welcome.
Night of Talent
A curated night of live music reminiscent of your favorite Coffeehouse and Open Mic Nights. Are you ready to be a part of the growing music hub in Saco? Submit today to be considered!
AP Nuri Art Showcase
local biddeford artist, AP Nuri, Invites you to an art showcase in honor of Aapi month.
In celebration of AAPI (Asian Pacific American Heritage Month) Month, AP Nuri is hosting an art showcase featuring her newest work inspired by her AAPI, Indian, and West African heritage.
Cold Brew Tea & cookie bar is free and first come, first serve. Other goodies with surprise guests will be announced soon!
Doors will be open to view the gallery at 2pm for those who work late.
Party, food & drinks start at 6pm
Music starts at 8pm
Plus Come visit the newly renovated common roots studio in biddeford, Maine.
Jazz Jam Night
A free Jazz Jam Night in honor of International Jazz Day in Biddeford, ME. Bring your own instrument and real book (we will also have instruments and books available to borrow!) and jam out in celebration of jazz music. Singers, musicians, and music-lovers of all kinds are welcome.
Night of Talent
A curated night of live music reminiscent of your favorite Coffeehouse and Open Mic Nights. Are you ready to be a part of the growing music hub in Saco? Submit today to be considered!
Piano with Will Sawyer
Enjoy an ambient atmosphere, drinks and luxurious music at the Lincoln Hotel in Biddeford.
Creative Labs
Find out more here.
Gather with us in Downtown Biddeford (Common Roots Studio) on the last Sunday of the month.
Acting Lab will take place January 28th, 6pm
Music Lab will take place January 28th, 7:30pm
Night of Talent
A curated night of live music reminiscent of your favorite Coffeehouse and Open Mic Nights. Are you ready to be a part of the growing music hub in Saco? Submit today to be considered!
Night of Talent
A curated night of live music reminiscent of your favorite Coffeehouse and Open Mic Nights. Are you ready to be a part of the growing music hub in Saco? Submit today to be considered!
Wandaland A Music & Art Festival Experience
WANDALAND IS AN IMMERSIVE MUSIC AND ART FESTIVAL BRINGING TOGETHER LOCAL MAINE MUSIC AND A TREASURE TROVE OF DIVERSE ARTISANS AMIDST A GLITCHY LANDSCAPE OF CURATED ARTWORK, FUTURISTIC NOSTALGIA, AND POPULAR WATERPARK FUN.
Outdoor Watercolor Painting Class
Come join A.P. Nuri for a free outdoor watercolor class with the Friends of Congress Square Park!
Supplies will be provided.
Happy Camper Burlesque QueerlyME Fundraiser
Want to be a Happy Camper? Come to a queer dance party in Biddeford and help fundraise for QueerlyME , a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to creating and increasing LGBTQIA+ visibility, resource accessibility, and Queer centered outdoor programming encouraging long lasting community connections in Maine.
Hosted by WandA Entertainment, come party to fun dance music, enjoy a refreshing lager from Sacred Profane, and come dressed in your best camper fit! Featuring the Them Burlesque dancers & performers.
Sliding scale tickets starting at $10. Suggested donation of $30. Walk-ins are welcome!
Doors open at 8:30pm, party gets grooving at 9pm until midnight!
Night of Talent
Another CURATED NIGHT OF LIVE MUSIC REMINISCENT OF YOUR FAVORITE COFFEEHOUSE AND OPEN MIC NIGHTS. ARE YOU READY TO BE A PART OF THE GROWING MUSIC HUB IN SACO?
SUBMIT TODAY TO BE CONSIDERED: SUBMIT TO PERFORM
When: Saturday July 22nd, 2023 @ 6:30 pm.
Where: First Parish Church, 12 Beach Street, Saco, Maine
Show us what you've got by July 15th, 2023. We’re excited to work with you. Good luck!
WandA Kids Summer Theater Camp
Summers should be full of rest, recreation, and entertainment! Look no further than the WandA Kids Summer Theater Camp. It’s a new 4-week arts intensive camp from July 17th - August 11th, 2023 hosted by W and A Entertainment and the First Parish Church Saco UCC.
Accepting ages 7-17, these four weeks will help kids grow into outstanding humans and explore the ins and outs of the arts! No theater experience required. With new themes every week, camp runs Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on 12 Beach St. in Saco. Every Friday there is a 1-hour performance showcasing every age group’s themed performance and what they’ve learned. This performance is free for friends and family!
Register for one week or four weeks, the choice is yours! And with a 4-week registration, parents get more than just reprieve, they get the best discounts and free merch all while their child learns valuable life skills that will enrich themselves and the community around them. Sign up today!