Maine is a state for all seasons!
Join us for an event inspired by Carnaval de Québec: Carnaval ME, a two-day festival along Portland's historic waterfront! Celebrate Maine’s bicentennial with our Bites & Brews igloo, ice sculptures, illumination art, LIVE entertainment and Rail Jam.
CARNAVAL PASS
WITH BITES & BREWS
Exclusive access to the Bites & Brews igloo featuring pairings from six award-winning Maine craft brewers and six nationally recognized Maine restaurants.
(This is a 21+ only experience)
$65
Jan 31 & Feb 1 | 11AM-10PM
(Choose Bites & Brews
schedule at checkout)
CARNAVAL PASS
GENERAL ADMISSION
$20
Jan 31 & Feb 1 | 11AM-10PM
(Valid for both days)
Access to incredible featured experiences including the Rail Jam by Sunday River, LIVE ice sculptures, and more! (All ages welcome. Children under 3 get in free!)
(No access to Bites & Brews igloo)
MAINE BICENTENNIAL SNOW BALL
$100
Jan 30 | 7-10PM
An unforgettable celebration of Maine's 200th birthday in our Bites & Brews igloo right on the Eastern Promenade. Featuring local craft beers and light fare, live DJ, and more!
(Does not include Carnaval ME Pass)
(This is a 21+ only experience)
BITES & BREWS IGLOO
Warm up in the Bites & Brews igloo featuring pairings from Maine craft brewers and nationally recognized local restaurants!
WINTER FUN FOR ALL!
Watch LIVE ice sculpture demonstrations, take a picture at our frozen selfie stations, enjoy visits with Maine mascots, warm up by a bonfire and more!
RAIL JAM & SLEDDING
Cheer on skiers and snowboarders or join in yourself for a fun family hillside adventure!
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ILLUMINATION
Walk along the historic Eastern Promenade, illuminated with vibrant artistic displays during the cozy winter night!
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
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Schedule subject to change.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 31
11:00AM - 10:00PM
Gates open
11:00AM - 10:00PM
Townsquare Media DJs and LIVE music!
11:00AM - 1:00PM
Family Entertainment in the igloo! Visits from local mascots, caricature artist, and more added soon!
11:00AM - 3:30PM
Sunday River Ski Demo Area: Never been on skis or snowboard? Great! Try on ski and snowboard gear with the guidance of Sunday River’s team.
1:00PM - 4:00PM
LIVE ice sculpture demo with Sub Zero Ice Carvings
2:00PM - 9:30PM
Maine Beer Box open for GA ticket holders
3:00PM - 4:45PM
USASA Rail Jam registration
3:00PM - 5:00PM
Bites & Brews session 1
4:30PM - 10:00PM
Illumination of Eastern Promenade presented by Norway Savings Bank
4:45PM - 10:00PM
USASA Rail Jam Practice
6:10PM - 10:00PM
USASA Rail Jam Heats Start *Awards directly following last heat
8:00PM - 10:00PM
Bites & Brews session 2
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 1
11:00AM - 10:00PM
Gates open
11:00AM - 10:00PM
Townsquare Media DJs and LIVE music!
11:00AM - 1:00PM
Family Entertainment in the igloo! Visits from local mascots, caricature artist, and more added soon!
11:00AM - 3:30PM
Sunday River Ski Demo Area: Never been on skis or snowboard? Great! Try on ski and snowboard gear with the guidance of Sunday River’s team.
11:30AM - 2:30PM
LIVE ice sculpture demo with Sub Zero Ice Carvings
2:00PM - 9:30PM
Maine Beer Box open for GA ticket holders
2:00PM - 3:00PM
Sunday River Rail Jam registration
3:00PM - 5:00PM
Bites & Brews session 1
3:00PM - 5:00PM
Sunday River Rail Jam
4:30PM - 10:00PM
Illumination of Eastern Promenade presented by Norway Savings Bank
8:00PM - 10:00PM
Bites & Brews session 2
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ALSO SERVING:
Maine Narrow Gauge
Take a ride on the Narrow Gauge Railroad straight to the heart of Carnaval ME!
