Lights Up Skowhegan

Shakespeare in the Park: The Tragedy of Macbeth
2026-08-02 14:00 - 15:30, 2026-08-07 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-08-08 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-08-09 14:00 - 15:30 (America/New_York) | Coburn Park, 419 Water Street, Skowhegan, ME, 04976, United States
A thrilling tale of ambition, prophecy, and the cost of power, The Tragedy of Macbeth follows Macbeth, a Scottish warrior, tempted by a mysterious promise of greatness foretold by three witches. He and Lady Macbeth are swept into a storm of choices and consequences that shake the kingdom of Scotland. Heroes rise, battles roar, and the fight for justice brings the story to its unforgettable end. This bold, dramatic, and fast‑moving Shakespeare classic will feature a contemporary gothic style with an Elizabethan flair — exciting and engaging for longtime fans while welcoming for families and first‑time audiences. Perfect for an evening or summer afternoon in Coburn Park. Grab a blanket, bring a friend, and JOIN US!

📅 Performances: July 31 & August 1 and August 7 & 8 @ 6 PM
📅 Performances: August 2 & 9 @ 2 PM
🕰️ 70 minutes
📍 Location: Coburn Park – Amphitheater (Green Riverside Stage — 419 Water Street, Skowhegan, ME)
🎟️ Admission: FREE [Donations Accepted]

The Great Gatsby
2026-10-09 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-10-10 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-10-11 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-10-16 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-10-17 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-10-18 14:00 - 16:00 | Skowhegan Opera House, 225 Water Street, Skowhegan, ME, 04976, United States
Step into the dazzling Jazz Age with F. Scott Fitzgerald’s timeless tale of love, ambition, and excess. The Great Gatsby brings roaring twenties glamour to life as Jay Gatsby’s pursuit of the American Dream collides with passion and betrayal. Through Nick Carraway’s eyes, we witness Gatsby’s lavish parties, his rekindled romance with Daisy Buchanan, and the tragic unraveling of dreams in a world divided by wealth and illusion.

📅 Performances: October 9, 10, 11, 16 & 17 @ 7 PM (Doors Open @ 6 PM)
📅 Performances: October 18 @ 2 PM (Doors Open @ 1 PM)
🕰️ 120 minutes (with intermission)
📍 Skowhegan Opera House (225 Water Street, Skowhegan, Maine)
🎟️ Tickets Available ONLINE (up until the night before) and at the DOOR!

Skowhegan Ghost Tour: Shadows of the Past
2026-10-30 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-10-31 18:00 - 20:00 | Skowhegan Opera House, 225 Water Street, Skowhegan, ME, 04976, United States
This October, the shadows come alive once again around downtown Skowhegan! Join us for our 2nd annual Ghost Tour — a spine-tingling stroll through historic Water Street’s haunted history, where ghost stories aren’t just told … they’re performed. No tickets. No tricks. Just treats for the brave. Dare to walk with us?
Local legends. Chilling tales. Live theatrical encounters. Family-friendly frights 45-minute tours begin at the Skowhegan Opera House
📅 October 30th | 6 – 7:30 PM
📅 October 31st | 6 – 8 PM (Halloween night)
🎟️FREE [Donations Accepted]

A Charlie Brown Christmas
2026-12-18 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-12-19 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-12-22 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-12-23 19:00 - 21:00 | Skowhegan Opera House, 225 Water Street, Skowhegan, ME, 04976, United States
Rediscover the warmth, humor, and heartfelt simplicity of this beloved holiday classic. Join Charlie Brown, Snoopy, and the Peanuts gang as they search for the true meaning of Christmas in a world dazzled by tinsel and lights. With its iconic jazz score by Vince Guaraldi, gentle humor, and timeless message of hope and togetherness, A Charlie Brown Christmas continues to charm audiences of all ages.

📅 Performances: December 18, 19, 22 & 23 @ 7 PM (Doors Open @ 6 PM)
📅 Performances: December 20 @ 2 PM (Doors Open @ 1 PM)
🕰️ 120 minutes (with intermission)
📍 Skowhegan Opera House (225 Water Street, Skowhegan, Maine)
🎟️ Tickets Available ONLINE (up until the night before) and at the DOOR!

A Charlie Brown Christmas
2026-12-20 14:00 - 16:00 | Skowhegan Opera House, 225 Water Street, Skowhegan, ME, 04976, United States
Rediscover the warmth, humor, and heartfelt simplicity of this beloved holiday classic. Join Charlie Brown, Snoopy, and the Peanuts gang as they search for the true meaning of Christmas in a world dazzled by tinsel and lights. With its iconic jazz score by Vince Guaraldi, gentle humor, and timeless message of hope and togetherness, A Charlie Brown Christmas continues to charm audiences of all ages.

📅 Performances: December 18, 19, 22 & 23 @ 7 PM (Doors Open @ 6 PM)
📅 Performances: December 20 @ 2 PM (Doors Open @ 1 PM)
🕰️ 120 minutes (with intermission)
