What we’re about
This is a group for Millennials/Gen Y folks who want to get out around Portland and meet more people. As one of the group's organizers (Hi, I'm Jay [they/them]!), this group has helped to create friendships and community for myself and others. Follow us on Instagram (@portlandmillennialsmeetup) for more happenings around Portland beyond our events.
I strive toward planning low-barrier and inclusive events, meaning that people of all backgrounds and abilities can participate. I look for opportunities for low cost and alcohol-free activities. Unfortunately, option can be limited by weather and venues suitable for our size group to hang out. I encourage anyone in the community who is interested in planning additional events to contact me. More organizers and more events are very welcome!
The values of this group are anti-racist and welcoming to people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultures, abilities, and neurodivergence. I try to approach conflict with curiosity and encourage the practice of "calling in" someone in response to a prejudiced comment, but harassment or disrespectful behavior is not tolerated.
The group's age demographic provides a common ground for building community within our cohort. Please reach out if you fall outside of Gen Y and are having trouble finding meetup groups.
A few more guidelines: If you sign up for an event, please try to keep to your commitment. If your plans change at any time, you should change your RSVP status. Members who have been inactive (i.e. haven't visited the website) for 3+ years will be removed from the group, but can rejoin at any time.
Wait lists: Some events fill up fast, but please join the wait list if you're interested in coming. People often get moved off the wait list. If there's a long wait list, I'll know to host a similar event soon.
Looking forward to meeting everyone and getting out and about!
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Walk the Working Waterfront (Portland)Gulf of Maine Research Institute, Portland, ME
Meet us at Walk the Working Waterfront at 11am outside the Gulf of Maine Research Institute. We'll plan on joining a free historic walking tour and walk some of the pier sights.
This is an annual event. "Walk the Working Waterfront (WTWW) is an interactive event in downtown Portland, Maine celebrating the city's rich maritime culture and history. Attendees are encourages to explore the many working piers and wharves, tour vessels, and chat with fishermen. The mission of WTWW is to increase awareness of the critical importance of working waterfront infrastructure by creating behind the scenes access and first-hand experiences for community members with the businesses and operators of Portland’s working waterfront." Here is an FAQ.
I'll post updates in the comments so keep an eye out for those notifications. WTWW is rain or shine, but if it's super rainy we'll play it by ear. Stay home if you're feeling ill or exposed to someone sick.
- Happy Hour @ The PortholeThe Porthole Restaurant and Pub, Portland, ME
It's porch season! Let's hang out and grab a beverage at The Porthole. This event will be weather permitting because the goal is to sit outside on the deck. Critical mass for this event will be at least 4 people. Here is their menu.
The Porthole doesn’t usually do reservations but since we’ll have a big group I’m going to check in with them a day or two prior which means (1) please stick to your RSVP (2) try to be timely.
I'll post updates in the comments so keep an eye out for those notifications. Stay home if you're feeling ill or exposed to someone sick.
- Board Games @ Owlbear’s RestStockhouse, Westbrook, ME
Meet us at Owlbear's Rest at 6pm to play some board games! Owlbears Rest is a board game cafe/bar in Westbrook that is opening May 30th, so let's check it out! Pricing is one person pays for the evening, so I guess we'll do the Venmo-thing. Check out their full drink and snack menu here ("Coming Soon!"). I know this is currently a little ambiguous, but It'll be an adventure; we'll figure this out.
Getting there: Owlbear's Rest is at the Stackhouse Station in Westbrook. There's plenty of FREE parking in the lot behind Stackhouse Station and the Greater Portland Metro Bus #4 stops within steps of Owlbear's Rest.
I'll post updates in the comments so keep an eye out for those notifications. Stay home if you're feeling ill or exposed to someone sick.
