All The Booze Cruise Concerts in Portland, Maine, For 2026

Summer concert season throughout Maine can feel short for live music lovers. There's only so many warm days and nights and only so many shows that pass through Vacationland.

But if you're someone who likes to maximize your outdoor time with your entertainment, there's another way to enjoy concerts in Maine during the warmest months.

Out over the ocean. Specifically, booze cruises.

What was once a novelty has turned into a summer tradition in Portland, Maine. The 21+ gatherings have become so popular that the summer calendar is stacked with different bands and styles for those that want to venture onto the water for a few hours while still enjoying live music.

Here's a look at the 2026 booze cruise calendar in Portland, Maine, so far.

After Dark - May 17 - Casablanca Cruises

After Dark will kick off the Sunday Funday booze cruise season for Casablanca Cruises on May 17.

After Dark has been a favorite throughout Maine playing a blend of well-known hits centered around a classic rock n' roll sound.

Ticket details can be found here.

Overserved Again - May 31 - Casablanca Cruises

Overserved Again only formed a couple of years ago but they've already found their footing as a band that delivers catchy country rock that everyone can tap their feet with and sing along to.

Their May 31 booze cruise will be the first of 3 dates for the 2026 season.

Ticket details can be found here.

After Dark - June 7 - Casablanca Cruises

If you missed out in May or simple wanted to wait until the weather conditions lean more favorable, After Dark returns on June 7 for their another booze cruise.

Ticket details can be found here,

Seagrass Maine - June 21 - Casablanca Cruises

It will be a truly unique booze cruise on June 21 as Seagrass Maine makes their only appearance on Casablanca Cruises for the 2026  Sunday Funday season.

Seagrass Maine is an all-string band that centers their playlist around classic Americana tunes.

Ticket details can be found here.

Hello Newman - June 28 - Casablanca Cruises

One of the best party bands anywhere in Maine return to Casablanca Cruises again in 2026.

Hello Newman will hit the high seasons on June 28 bringing you popular 90's and 2000's alt-rock tunes.

Ticket details can be found here.

Gorilla Finger - July 5 - Casablanca Cruises

You'll want to sit back and chill a little when Gorilla Finger makes their only Sunday Funday appearance on Casablanca Cruises for 2026.

Gorilla Finger is a reggae and dub band that brings all the right vibes for a booze cruise.

Ticket details can be found here.

Two Minutes Out - July 12 - Casablanca Cruises

Two Minutes Out have been making a name for themselves playing shows all across Maine.

They'll hop aboard the Casablanca for their first of two Sunday Funday cruises on July 12 featuring a playlist of punk, alternative and grungy blues songs.

Ticket details can be found here.

Hello Newman - July 19 - Casablanca Cruises

If you're a fan of Hello Newman, their annual July booze cruise is typically their hottest ticket of the year.

There will be sweet dreams, maybe some shots and probably a lot of sweat.

Ticket details can be found here.

Sugarbox - July 26 - Casablanca Cruises

Another regular favorite on the booze cruise scene, Sugarbox will take the Casablanca stage for the first of their two cruises for the 2026 Sunday Funday season.

Sugarbox delivers covers of dance hits that span several decades and is another one of the best party bands in Maine.

Ticket details can be found here.

Overserved Again - August 2 - Casablanca Cruises

The country rock jamboree returns to the Casablanca as Overserved Again takes the seas for their second booze cruise of the 2026 Sunday Funday season.

Ticket details can be found here.

Northern Groove - August 9 - Casablanca Cruises

Northern Groove has become a summer favorite at The Porthole and will hit the sea for their only Sunday Funday cruise on August 9.

Northern Groove plays a mix of dance and party songs that everyone knows and loves.

Ticket details can be found here.

Hello Newman - August 16 - Casablanca Cruises

Hello Newman is back again for the third of their four summer cruises for the 2026 Sunday Funday season on the Casablanca.

Ticket details can be found here.

After Dark - August 23 - Casablanca Cruises

After Dark takes the stage on the Casablanca August 23 for their third of their four appearances as party of the Sunday Funday booze cruise series.

Ticket details can be found here.

Don Campbell Band - August 30 - Casablanca Cruises

Known across the state of Maine, the Don Campbell Band will hit the high seas for their only Sunday Funday appearance for the 2026 season.

Ticket details can be found here.

Two Minutes Out - September 6 - Casablanca Cruises

Two Minutes return for their final Sunday Funday booze cruise aboard the Casablanca on September 6. Spend the holiday weekend singing along to some of your favorite tunes.

Ticket details can be found here.

Sugarbox - September 13 - Casablanca Cruises

Sugarbox returns to heat up your Sunday Funday with their final appearance as part of the booze cruise series for 2026.

Ticket details can be found here.

After Dark - September 20 - Casablanca Cruises

After Dark will make their final appearance as part of the 2026 Sunday Funday booze cruise series on September 20.

Ticket details can be found here.

Hello Newman - September 27 - Casablanca Cruises

You may need a sweater for Hello Newman's final booze cruise appearance of the Sunday Funday season on September 27. Pack one just in case.

Ticket details can be found here.

Overserved Again - October 4 - Casablanca Cruises

The Sunday Funday cruise season dips its toes into October for 2026. Will it be a brisk fall day or a warm fall afternoon? Overserved Again closes out the 2026 Sunday Funday season on October 4.

Ticket details can be found here.