Welcome to your Portland, Maine events guide for this week. If you're looking for things to do right now, you're in luck because there's plenty happening around the city.

This Thursday, November twentieth, head over to the State Theatre to catch The Movement performing with Kabaka Pyramid. It's going to be an incredible night of live music in the heart of downtown Portland.

If you're more into theater, make sure you catch "Who's Holiday" at Theater at Monmouth, which runs through early December. This weekend they have shows at various times, including matinee performances on Saturday and Sunday at Cumston Hall over in Monmouth, just a short drive from Portland.

For something unique this Friday, November twenty-first, the Maine Maritime Museum is hosting the 50th Albert Reed and Thelma Walker Maritime Symposium called "Re|Sounding." If you're interested in maritime history and culture, this is an event you won't want to miss.

Looking ahead to this weekend, Saturday November twenty-second brings Randy Travis to the Collins Center for the Arts, along with James Dupré. It's a fantastic opportunity to catch live country music. Also on Saturday, The Crane Wives will be performing at the State Theatre with Spencer LaJoy, and The Wailin' Jennys are hosting a fundraiser for Lives in the Balance at Merrill Auditorium.

Sunday, November twenty-third continues the live music fun with more performances around the city at various venues.

If you're planning ahead for later in the week, mark your calendar for November twenty-eighth when Monument Square hosts the Tree Lighting Ceremony from four to seven in the evening. It's a wonderful holiday tradition that kicks off the festive season in Portland with beautiful decorations and community spirit.

For families, the Festival of Trees is happening this weekend through Sunday at the Waterville Elks Banquet and Conference Center, with Santa making appearances Saturday and Sunday. It's a fun way to spend time together with the chance to win decorated trees and gift baskets. Admission is just two dollars for adults and free for children under twelve, who also receive a free book.

There's truly something for everyone this week in Portland, from live music venues to family-friendly festivals and cultural events. Whatever your interests, you'll find plenty of ways to enjoy everything this wonderful city has to offer.

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