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Gardiner

With a lively arts scene anchored by its historic opera house, Gardiner, ME offers a rich variety of events and things to do. The compact layout of Water Street allows for easy strolls between pre-show dinners, live performances, and post-show drinks at a local pub or brewery. In warmer weather, community life often gravitates toward the Kennebec River for gatherings at Waterfront Park.

• Start an evening on Water Street with a performance at the historic Johnson Hall Opera House, followed by a local craft beer at Bateau Brewing.
• Catch free outdoor concerts during the Summer Waterfront Concert Series at Waterfront Park along the Kennebec River.
• Find community events ranging from trivia nights at local pubs like The Depot Sports Pub to author talks and book clubs at the Gardiner Public Library.