Music
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May Day Folk Music Showcase
Franco Center 46 Cedar Street, Lewiston, ME, United StatesCelebrate the spirit of May with an unforgettable night of live folk music at the Franco Center! Join us for a lively Mayday Folk Music Showcase featuring performances by Dusty Buckets, Donnybrook Farm, Jacob Michael Osborne, and Richie Delisle. From toe-tapping rhythms to soulful storytelling, this lineup brings together some of the region’s finest talent for an evening that’s equal parts spirited and down-to-earth. Grab a drink, settle in, and let the music carry you into spring. 🎟️ $20 cash tickets available at the door (no advance sales)🍷 Doors and cash bar open at 6 p.m.🎶 Music begins at 7 [...]
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Maine Music Society concert May 9 and 10
Franco Center 46 Cedar Street, Lewiston, ME, United StatesConcert IV – Reflections on Water Saturday, May 9, 2026 @ 7:00 pm Sunday, May 10, 2026 @ 2:00 pm The Maine Music Society’s May concert flows through the currents of history, tradition, and popular culture—all inspired by one powerful force: water. From the crashing waves of the open sea to the quiet lapping of a lakeshore, water has long stirred the imagination of songwriters and sailors alike. The program will span centuries and genres, from rousing sea shanties that once echoed across tall ships, to haunting maritime folk ballads, and even to modern pop hits that explore water’s symbolism, [...]
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Maine Music Society concert May 10
Franco Center 46 Cedar Street, Lewiston, ME, United StatesConcert IV – Reflections on Water Sunday, May 10, 2026 @ 2:00 pm The Maine Music Society’s May concert flows through the currents of history, tradition, and popular culture—all inspired by one powerful force: water. From the crashing waves of the open sea to the quiet lapping of a lakeshore, water has long stirred the imagination of songwriters and sailors alike. The program will span centuries and genres, from rousing sea shanties that once echoed across tall ships, to haunting maritime folk ballads, and even to modern pop hits that explore water’s symbolism, beauty, and mystery. TICKETS: https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=293004 Adults $27 [...]
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Thunderstruck: Classic Rock Tribute June 27
Franco Center 46 Cedar Street, Lewiston, ME, United StatesThunderstruck: A Classic Rock Tribute with Blue Violin Saturday, June 27 | 7:30–9 p.m. | Franco Center Experience classic rock like you’ve never heard it before. Blue Violin transforms iconic anthems into cinematic, high-energy performances using live looping, powerful violin solos, and immersive soundscapes. Often compared to Ed Sheeran and Lindsey Stirling, this internationally acclaimed virtuoso has performed at legendary venues including Carnegie Hall and the Sydney Opera House. Enjoy electrifying renditions of rock favorites like “Thunderstruck,” “Free Bird,” “Kashmir,” “Stairway to Heaven,” and “Bohemian Rhapsody.” 🎟 TICKETS sold on EventBrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/thunderstruck-a-classic-rock-tribute-lewiston-me-tickets-1982174114134 Blue Violin transforms classic rock into cinematic soundscapes [...]
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250th Anniversary Commemorative Concert July 3
Franco Center 46 Cedar Street, Lewiston, ME, United States250th Anniversary Commemorative Concert aka Franco-American War Veterans Concert Friday, July 3, 2026 7:00 – 9:00pm Lewiston’s Veterans Counsel Nation’s Birthday Band Concert, a 17-piece band, will perform to commemorate the 250 anniversary of the United States of America. The “Volunteer’s Jazz Band” will play all types of music from rock to jazz and will be free to the public. Jerry DeWitt will emcee the event. Angus King will read the Preamble. Here are a few music samples. America the Beautiful Amazing Grace Stars and Stripes Forever
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The Totally Rad to play August 8 at Franco Center
Franco Center 46 Cedar Street, Lewiston, ME, United StatesThe Franco Center is going to rock with music from the 1980s at 7pm Saturday, August 8, 2026. The Totally Rad is a cover band that reimagines 1980s music for the modern day with a wide variety of classic ‘80s tunes and quirky one-hit wonders. Band members are Doug Alford, Kevin O’Reilly, Krister Rollins, and Russ Murley. Doors and cash bar open at 6pm. Tickets $25 at the door. Doug Alford – vocals, acoustic guitar, electric guitar, keyboards Kevin O’Reilly – vocals, bass Krister Rollins – electric guitar Russ Murley – drums Visit The Totally Rad website to listen to [...]