Portland, Maine is brimming with energy this week, offering up something special for everyone, whether you want spooky thrills, live music, or even a bit of salsa. Tonight, get your weekend warmed up at Orange Bike Brewing Company with the debut performance of Sparrow, a band mixing folk, chamber, and a touch of bluegrass, playing from 5:30 to 7:30 PM. This is a free, all-ages show, so you can settle in with a local brew and let the crisp autumn air set the scene. Later in the evening, the Apohadion Theater opens its doors at 7:30 for a stacked lineup headlined by ZUD, joined by Beers Brosnan and Rhys; tickets are $15 and it’s all ages.

Halloween lovers are in for a true Portland treat. Mayo Street Arts in Kennedy Park transforms its entire building for three days, from October 31st through Sunday, into a haunted haven. During the day from noon to 6 PM, catch a marathon of locally produced horror shorts—years of Damnationland films, Maine’s iconic Halloween movie tradition. Starting at 7 each evening, head down to the basement for the annual Heck House’s Super Spooky Haunted Hallway, a handmade installation rumored to both delight and terrify, this year diving into the deep-sea theme of thalassophobia. All-day access to the film screening is only $6.66, and the haunted hallway is free with donation.

For listeners seeking more music over the weekend, Orange Bike Brewing keeps the tunes rolling. On Saturday, the dynamic trio The Earthtones take the stage from 5:00 to 7:30 PM, bringing Maine-grown Americana string band magic. Friendly fire pits and a gluten-free food menu from Bite Into Maine round out the night. Looking ahead, the brewery’s calendar is packed with more local acts: toe-tapping bluegrass from SunDog, vintage grooves from MicroMasse, and vibrant community events.

If dancing is more your style, stop by Flask Lounge for their legendary Thursday Karaoke Night at 8 PM or mark your calendar for Friday’s deep house and techno takeover with DJ Jamie O’Sullivan hosting the monthly LOVE dance party. Salsa Vida also notes that Salsa & Bachata classes are available Thursday evening if you’re looking to sharpen your moves.

For the film buffs, the Portland Museum of Art will be showing a selection of films on their big screen daily, with affordable ticket prices and matinee discounts, a cozy way to relax as the daylight fades.

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