It’s been 33 years since one of the many legendary rock shows went down at the Cumberland County Civic Center (now Cross Insurance Arena), in Portland, Maine. We’ve been blessed with a lot of them, but this one is one of those that is still talked about to this day. On October 8th, 1991, Van Halen graced the stage with their rock royalty and it was an unforgettable night.
Just because the leaves are changing doesn’t mean your concert calendar has to. From our awesome indoor venues and even a few outdoor shows left, the 4th quarter of 2024 is looking to be a solid roster for all live music tastes.
It wasn’t just a ballpark. It was a musical haven where some of the biggest names in the music industry rocked the stage, and the lineup from the summer of 1994 shows just that.
Putting this list together confirmed two things: time goes by way too fast, and Portland had (and still has) a wide variety of bands coming through our city.
If you were at the Cumberland County Civic Center (now known as the Cross Insurance Arena) on that memorable night, you probably remember an explosive performance as these two iconic bands took the stage.
It's been an epic concert season, and now, the fun continues with your chance to see Buddy Guy at the State Theatre in Portland, Maine, on Tuesday, October 10.