Portland Chamber Music Festival
- Dates
- Expected August 2027
- Status
- Expected
- Venue
- Stevens Square Theater
- Price
- $48 to $85
- Camping
- None on site
- Last checked
- Oct 20, 2026
The last Portland Chamber Music Festival was August 13 to 22, 2026, in Portland, ME. Its 2027 dates haven't been announced yet. Froligo tracks ticket prices, attendee feedback and travel details.
The experience
What's special
The Portland Chamber Music Festival is a summer chamber music festival in Portland, Maine, founded in 1994 by violinist Jennifer Elowitch and pianist Dena Levine. It brings internationally renowned artists and ensembles to Maine, with an intimate, family feel. Festival performances are regularly broadcast on Maine Public Classical and syndicated nationally via American Public Media's Performance Today. Melissa Reardon succeeded Elowitch as Artistic Director in 2018.
How it works
The core summer festival consists of four main stage concerts, special events, artist showcases, stage talks and composer interviews. The 2025 summer season was held at the newly renovated Stevens Square Theater, after the festival's summer home at Hannaford Hall on the University of Southern Maine's Portland campus from 2007 to 2024. Year-round programs have included a Salon Series of concerts in private homes, restaurants and other informal spaces, and a collaborative series with SPACE Gallery.
Who it suits
The festival offers programs for students and community members of all ages, and music-lovers of all ages mingle with the artists in informal settings. It suits listeners who want chamber music in intimate venues, including contemporary and genre-bending work.
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Listen
No official playlist linked yet. Find Portland Chamber Music Festival on Spotify.
Lineup
Getting there
Nearest airport PWM.
How do I get to Portland Chamber Music Festival?
By car
Most people drive to Portland Chamber Music Festival. The nearest major airport is PWM, and from there it is a straightforward drive to the venue. Check current road and traffic conditions before you set off, and see parking below.
By train
No direct passenger rail to the venue was found. Drive, fly in, or use a shuttle instead.
By bus & public transit
METRO Bus 5 runs from the Jetport terminal into downtown Portland. Stevens Square Community Center (631 Stevens Ave) is a residential-neighborhood venue off the downtown core.
Book / infoTaxi & rideshare
Both operate at PWM and reliably serve Portland proper (Stevens Ave is well within city limits.
Book / infoTaxis and rideshare such as Uber and Lyft can be limited near the venue, especially late at night or in rural areas. Agree a pickup point and time in advance and keep a backup plan.
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🅿 Parking
Cost Free. Free parking in the Stevens Square Community Center's own lot, first lot on the right entering from Walton Street. Street parking on Stevens Avenue and the surrounding neighborhood is the overflow option; the official page explicitly warns not to use marked resident-only spaces nearby.
🚙 Car hire
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Where
Map shows the center of Portland. The venue's exact point is not confirmed yet.
Venue
Stevens Square Theater
Camping & Accommodation
Where can I stay near Portland Chamber Music Festival?
No on site camping. Here is where to stay nearby.
Budget stays 1
Typically $70-130 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesMid-range hotels 2
Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesTypically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesTreat yourself 2
Typically $170-300 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesTypically $170-300 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesAirport hotels 3
1050 Westbrook Street, Portland, ME 04102
Typically $100-190 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check rates145 Jetport Boulevard, Portland, ME 04102
Typically $100-190 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check rates50 Maine Mall Road, South Portland, ME 04106
Typically $100-190 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesAirbnb & private camping
No campground at this indoor venue. Hipcamp listings exist in the wider Casco Bay/southern Maine area as a general lodging alternative.
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Entry rules
Accessibility & comfort
The organizer does not publish accessibility details. Ask them directly before you travel about step-free access, accessible toilets, seating and anything else you need.
Pricing
Price history and tiers
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Quick answers
When is Portland Chamber Music Festival 2027?
Not announced yet. The last festival was August 13 to 22, 2026. The next one is expected in August.
How much are Portland Chamber Music Festival tickets?
$48 to $85 per person were the 2026 edition's prices. 2027 tickets are not on sale yet; prices will be confirmed when they go on sale.
Where is Portland Chamber Music Festival held?
Stevens Square Theater, Portland, ME.