Events
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250th Anniversary Commemorative Concert July 3
Franco Center 46 Cedar Street, Lewiston, ME, United States250th Anniversary Commemorative Concert Friday, July 3 The Volunteers Jazz Band Announces Patriotic Big Band Concert at the Franco Center to Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary LEWISTON, Maine — In celebration of the United States’ 250th Birthday, The Volunteers Jazz Band, The Maine Military Community Network and The Lewiston Auburn Veterans Council have announced a special evening of music at the historic Franco Center at 7 p.m. Friday, July 3, 2026. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. “The 250th Anniversary Concert” offers a vibrant, musical tribute to America’s rich cultural history, timed perfectly on the eve of Independence Day. Audiences can expect [...]
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Paint and Sip Night at the Franco July 8
Franco Center 46 Cedar Street, Lewiston, ME, United StatesPaint, Sip & Create at the Franco Center! “Hot Air Balloons Over Lewiston” Join us Wednesday, July 8 for a fun evening of painting, creativity, and community in the beautiful and historic Franco Center. Melanie from Wicked Illustrations will guide you step-by-step as you create your own version of a hot air balloon festival painting! Make it uniquely yours! Doors & cash bar open: 6 p.m. Class begins: 6:30 p.m. Only $30 per person Come early, grab a drink from the cash bar, and enjoy a tasty treat from the concession stand. Reserve your seat today: https://wickedillustrations.com/art-parties-and-workshops #FrancoCenter #PaintNight #PaintAndSip [...]
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Summer Festival at the Franco Center July 25
Franco Center 46 Cedar Street, Lewiston, ME, United StatesSaturday, July 25 — Summer Festival Fête d’été in Little Canada! 11am-4pm Save the date for one of the Franco Center’s favorite summer traditions! FREE admission! Hamburgers and hotdogs, soda, water, cookies for sale Bounce house Dunk tank Kids’ games Families are welcome to bring chairs or picnic blankets to set up outside and enjoy all the festivities. All activities to take place in Oxford Street mill parking lot. No tickets are needed!
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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 [...]
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Best of Broadway 2 at the Franco Center Sept. 11, 12, 13
Franco Center 46 Cedar Street, Lewiston, ME, United StatesBest of Broadway 2 Revue Kick off our 2026-2027 Season! The biggest hits of our favorite Broadway shows presented by exceptional local performers. Friday, September 11, 2026 at 7:30 PM Saturday, September 12, 2026 at 7:30 PM Sunday, September 13, 2026 at 7:30 PM Doors and cash bar in Heritage Hall open one hour prior to show. Performance Hall show with reserved seating. Celebrate the Franco Center’s new 2026-2027 season with the return of the all-new Best of Broadway 2 revue! Tickets Sponsors
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Best of Broadway 2 Revue at the Franco Center Sept. 12, 13
Franco Center 46 Cedar Street, Lewiston, ME, United StatesBest of Broadway 2 Revue Kick off our 2026-2027 Season! The biggest hits of our favorite Broadway shows presented by exceptional local performers. Saturday, September 12, 2026 at 7:30 PM Sunday, September 13, 2026 at 7:30 PM Doors and cash bar in Heritage Hall open one hour prior to show. Performance Hall show with reserved seating. Celebrate the Franco Center’s new 2026-2027 season with the return of the all-new Best of Broadway 2 revue! Tickets Sponsors
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Nel Meservier tribute concert Sept. 13, 2026
Franco Center 46 Cedar Street, Lewiston, ME, United StatesSunday, Sept. 13, 2026 Doors 1pm; Concert 2pm; Reception after concert SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY Local performers, both friends and family, will honor Nel Meservier and everything he has contributed to the Franco-American music scene. Reception after concert. Tickets are $20 at the door.
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Best of Broadway 2 Revue Sept. 13
Franco Center 46 Cedar Street, Lewiston, ME, United StatesBest of Broadway 2 Revue Kick off our 2026-2027 Season! The biggest hits of our favorite Broadway shows presented by exceptional local performers. Sunday, September 13, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. Doors and cash bar in Heritage Hall open one hour prior to show. Performance Hall show with reserved seating. Celebrate the Franco Center’s new 2026-2027 season with the return of the all-new Best of Broadway 2 revue! Tickets Sponsors