Portland, ME

Batson River Brewing & Distilling — Portland

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Batson River Brewing & Distilling in Portland uses its Back Bar for recurring Sunday live music, with event spaces ranging from a 45-person mezzanine to an 85-person bar room and a 220-person full buyout. The family-friendly venue works well for acoustic and local acts that can adapt to different room sizes. Sunday performers should aim for an engaging but hospitality-friendly set rather than a high-volume club show.

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207-800-4680

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Capacity
220
Age policy
All Ages / family-friendly venue; individual event restrictions may vary
Genres
Acoustic
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Address
82 Hanover St, Portland, ME 04101, United States
Venue phone
207-800-4680
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