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The Mountain Goats, Hanson, & More to Perform at 'On the Ocean' Weekend

The music event takes place in Portland, Maine from August 8-10.

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The Mountain Goats, Hanson, & More to Perform at 'On the Ocean' Weekend

 Thousands of Guster fans will gather in Portland, Maine from August 8-10 for On The Ocean for three days of music, fun and unforgettable experiences. The 7th annual On The Ocean weekend will include performances by The Mountain Goats, Hanson, Fruitbats, Karina Rykman and more at Thompson’s Point.  From bike adventures, activities on the water and boat cruises to a video arcade takeover and a podcast taping, this year’s On The Ocean weekend will offer Guster fans more ways to experience Portland.  Single day and weekend passes are on sale now here

Guster’s On The Ocean will begin Friday, August 8th with Hits & Bits: An Evening of Music & Comedy at the State Theatre. This special kickoff show will feature Guster alongside live comedy and storytelling, setting the tone for the weekend. 

The music moves to Thompson’s Point on Saturday with performances on two stages by The Mountain Goats, Fruit Bats, Maggie Rose, Joe & Marc Pisapia, and Sam Champion.  Sunday’s lineup includes Hanson, Joy Oladokun, Karina Rykman, and  Bailen. And of course, Guster closes out both nights.  

The weekend will once again feature curated activities and experiences throughout Portland including a special taping with Ryan Miller of Craig Finn’s (The Hold Steady) podcast That’s How I Remember It  at One Longfellow Square. 

Fans can expect a number of opportunities to experience Portland with each other. Arcadia, the downtown retro arcade, will be rechristened Dave & Guster’s and become an official meetup spot and place for games and competitions. More active minded fans can take a guided bike tour of Portland’s scenic paths and lighthouses, or choose a kayak or paddle boarding excursion on Casco Bay. And throwing back to the first year of On The Ocean Weekend, there will be a daytime harbor cruise. 

At Thompson’s Point, there will be free entry at the Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine for ticket holders and pre and post-show meetups at Bissell Brothers Brewery.  More details including registration information and hours of the On The Ocean weekend activities will be announced soon.  

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