Maine Savings Amphitheater in Bangor has grown from a temporary stage first erected in 2010 to the fully appointed 14,000-seat concert venue that’s helped put the Queen City on the map for much of the rest of New England. It’s by far the largest venue in Maine, and regularly hosts major names, particularly in the country and classic rock genres.
Here’s what you need to know before planning to attend a show at the Bangor venue.
Parking: You can add parking at the Pickering Square garage to your ticket for $30, via Ticketmaster. There are also public parking lots nearby on Columbia and Harlow streets. There is street parking downtown and in neighborhoods near the venue, though parkers should be conscientious of local residents. Nearby businesses including Shaw’s Supermarket and Bangor Savings Bank also offer parking for a fee.
Food: There are multiple food, drink and alcohol vendors inside the venue itself. Immediately outside the venue, there are typically food trucks on the Bangor waterfront, and restaurants including Sea Dog Brewing Co., Timber Kitchen + Bar, Carolina Sports & Spirits, Penobscot Pour House, Seasons and fast food chains. Beyond that, there are many restaurants, bars and breweries throughout downtown Bangor and on the Brewer waterfront.
Accessibility: Accessible seating is available by specifying it when you buy your tickets, or by calling 207-358-9327. You cannot drive directly up to the venue gates to drop people off or pick them up, though there are shuttles available by request. If walking long distances is difficult for you, contact the venue to explore your options.
Venue rules: There are no bags allowed inside the venue except clutch-size bags no larger than 8 by 5 by 2 inches, and clear, see-through bags no larger than 12 inches by 12 inches by 6 inches. Lawn chairs and blankets are not allowed.
Pop rock artist Avril Lavigne opened up the summer concert series with a show on May 25. Here’s the full list of artists playing the Bangor Waterfront this summer:
Saturday, May 31: Zac Brown Band, 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday, June 4: Halsey, 6:30 p.m.
Tuesday, July 1: Def Leppard, 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, July 3: Old Dominion, 6:30 p.m.
Saturday, July 5: Kidz Bop Live, 5 p.m.
Tuesday, July 15: The Lumineers, 7 p.m.
Tuesday, July 22: Shania Twain, 7:30 p.m.
Tuesday, July 29: The Black Crowes, 7 p.m.
Wednesday, July 30: +LIVE+ and Collective Soul, 5:30 p.m.
Thursday, July 31: Chicago, 7 p.m.
Saturday, Aug. 2: Bret Michaels, Vince Neil and Stephen Pearcy, 6:30 p.m.
Tuesday, Aug. 5: Goo Goo Dolls, 7 p.m.
Tuesday, Aug. 12: Volbeat, 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, Aug. 21: Brit Floyd, 7:30 p.m.
Friday, Aug. 22: Chris Young, 6:30 p.m.
Sunday, Aug. 24: Luke Bryan, 7 p.m.
Tuesday, Aug. 26: Billy Idol, 7 p.m.
Thursday, Aug. 28: Bonnie Rait, 7:30 p.m.
Check on the waterfront concert website throughout the summer for updates on ticket prices, event time changes or new show announcements.
