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February 17, 2026

Your weekly guide to Maine adventure, entertainment and fun.

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Happy Monday!


It's officially Halloween time, and we're here to help you get ready.


First up, Ray Routhier has a cauldron full of 13 Halloween happenings, including the Trail of Terror in Saco and the Nightmare on the Ridge in Auburn. 



I'm celebrating Halloween with some live music, and have a bunch of Halloween weekend shows rounded up for you to check out. The list includes Space's annual party in Portland and the Haunted Ragtime Halloween gathering in Bath.


Our Best Bets roundup this week includes "Misery" at The Public Theatre in Lewiston, the Guild Fire Craft Show in Brunswick and OqunquitFest.



- Aimsel Ponti

MORE THINGS TO DO

BELFAST ROAD TRIP

We're launching a new feature where we regularly reach out to locals in specific towns to get their take on what visitors should be sure to do. Our first one is Belfast, and Kyle Walton's recommendations include a walk on the Belfast Rail Trail and a stop at Dos Gatos for tacos and fancy margaritas.

POP-UP EXHIBITS MARK SPEEDWELL'S NEW BOOK

Nonprofit arts group Speedwell has just released a stunning new book called "The Haunted: Contemporary Photography Conjured in New England." Head to  exhibits in Falmouth and Portland to see some of the images.

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Have you been to The Public Theatre yet? Its upcoming season is filled with thrills, chills, humor, and heart.


Across its 35 seasons, this award-winning professional Equity theater in Lewiston has proven itself to be a theater that truly serves its "public."



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