Visiting State Theatre: what to know before you go
609 Congress St, Portland, ME 04101, United States
State Theatre is a theatre building in Portland.
Of the 42 upcoming shows with a published time, 50% start at 8:00 PM – plan to arrive a little earlier for security and the cloakroom.
Most dates fall on Saturday.
The busiest month ahead is November 2026, with 13 dates.
Key facts
- Type of venue
- Theatre building
- Address
- 609 Congress St, Portland, ME 04101, United States
- Upcoming events
- 44
- Usual start time
- 8:00 PM
- Busiest days
- Saturday
State Theatre, month by month
- October 20262 dates, including The Great Pumpkin Ball: Low Sensory Hour and The Great Pumpkin Ball
- November 202613 dates, including Punch Brothers, Andrea Gibson's Love Letter From The Afterlife and The Walrus
- December 202611 dates, including Daily Bread - Vanishing Point Tour, Home Free: Coming Home For The Holidays and Bonobo - Distance In Static Live North American Tour
- January 20272 dates, including Atsuko Okatsuka: The Big Bowl Tour and Zarna Garg: Million Dollar Excuses
- February 20272 dates, including Justin Willman: One For The Ages Tour and Greensky Bluegrass
- March 20279 dates, including The Wood Brothers, Michelle Branch: Everywhere And Back Again Tour and Elderbrook - Heart On A Wire Tour
Ticket prices
What the programme holds: Concerts (27), Comedy (9), Plays & Musicals (7) and Film (1).
Arriving by public transport
- METRO PulseBus stop590 m
7 min walk
Arriving by car
4 car parks within walking distance; the nearest is 200 m from the venue.
Next events at State Theatre

Other venues near State Theatre
- State Theatre30 m · 31 dates
- Cross Insurance Arena380 m · 23 dates
- Merrill Auditorium800 m · 19 dates
- Aura450 m · 16 dates
- Portland Expo1.1 km · 12 dates
- Portland House of Music and Events690 m · 2 dates
State Theatre: practical questions
What time do shows start at State Theatre?
Usually at 8:00 PM (50% of the upcoming shows with a published time). Check your ticket for the exact time.
What is the nearest stop to State Theatre?
METRO Pulse (Bus stop), 590 m away – about 7 min on foot.
Can I park near State Theatre?
Yes, 4 car parks are mapped nearby, the closest 200 m away.
What kind of events does State Theatre host?
Upcoming dates by category: Concerts (27), Comedy (9), Plays & Musicals (7) and Film (1).
Which month has the most events at State Theatre?
November 2026, with 13 dates, including Punch Brothers and Andrea Gibson's Love Letter From The Afterlife.
Which other venues are close to State Theatre?
State Theatre (30 m), Cross Insurance Arena (380 m), Merrill Auditorium (800 m) and Aura (450 m).
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