If you are looking for a simple way to break up winter in Maine, a Maine Mariners game in Portland is one of the great hidden gems. It has (almost) the same energy and excitement you get from a Bruins game, but without the long drive or the big ticket prices.
Last week, my husband took our daughter Mary and made a night of it. They entered the arena, enjoyed the crowd's energy, and then had breakfast for dinner at Becky’s downtown.
The building has a great mix of families, longtime fans, and people who are just there for a fun night out, which makes the whole experience feel easy and relaxed.
Even if you are not a big hockey person, it is hard not to get pulled into the atmosphere. It is warm, lively, and such a welcome change of pace from a cold winter evening at home.
For anyone living in Portland, Falmouth, Yarmouth, Cape Elizabeth, or nearby, a Mariners game is an easy winter outing that always feels worth it. A quick dinner, a fun game, and a night that leaves you in a better mood than when you arrived.
