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About 1932 Criterion Theatre
Based in Bar Harbor, 1932 Criterion Theatre works with couples planning weddings throughout Portland and the Maine Coast. The studio sits within easy reach of popular venues including Harborside Hotel, Spa & Marina and Bar Harbor Club. Verified reviews from real couples appear below as they are earned — rankings on Lazo are never sold.
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Frequently asked questions
Planning a live wedding band in Portland
How much does a live wedding band cost in Portland?
Live bands in Portland commonly run $2,500–$7,000 depending on size and demand. Many couples split the difference: band for the reception, DJ or playlist for ceremony and cocktail hour. Always watch live or recent unedited footage before booking.
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Wedding venues near 1932 Criterion Theatre
| Venue | Distance |
|---|---|
| Harborside Hotel, Spa & Marina | 0.1 mi |
| Bar Harbor Club | 0.2 mi |
| Ivy Manor Inn - Village Center | 0.2 mi |
Straight-line distance from 1932 Criterion Theatre to each venue listed on Lazo.
Portland weddings, month by month
Days typically top out between 65° and 85° in June, July, August, September. The driest months are January, August, September.
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Golden hour | Sunset |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 32° | 16° | 22% | 3:44 PM | 4:29 PM |
| Feb | 35° | 17° | 24% | 4:31 PM | 5:11 PM |
| Mar | 42° | 26° | 23% | 6:09 PM | 6:47 PM |
| Apr | 54° | 35° | 23% | 6:46 PM | 7:24 PM |
| May | 64° | 46° | 23% | 7:18 PM | 7:59 PM |
| Jun | 74° | 55° | 23% | 7:40 PM | 8:24 PM |
| Jul | 80° | 61° | 22% | 7:37 PM | 8:20 PM |
| Aug | 79° | 60° | 17% | 7:05 PM | 7:44 PM |
| Sep | 71° | 52° | 18% | 6:13 PM | 6:51 PM |
| Oct | 60° | 41° | 22% | 5:18 PM | 5:57 PM |
| Nov | 48° | 32° | 23% | 3:32 PM | 4:15 PM |
| Dec | 38° | 22° | 25% | 3:17 PM | 4:04 PM |
Average highs, lows and the share of days with 0.1″ of rain or more, from NOAA’s 1991–2020 climate normals at Portland International Jetport (2.3 mi from Portland). Golden hour begins when the sun is 6° above the horizon; both times are for the 15th of each month in Portland.
Getting to Portland
| Airport | Distance | Est. drive |
|---|---|---|
| PWM Portland International Jetport | 3 mi | 5 min |
| PSM Portsmouth International Airport at Pease | 49 mi | 1 hr 10 min |
| AUG Augusta State Airport | 51 mi | 1 hr 20 min |
| City | Distance | Est. drive |
|---|---|---|
| Boston | 98 mi | 2 hr |
| Providence | 140 mi | 2 hr 50 min |
| Hartford-New Haven | 190 mi | 4 hr |
| New York City | 277 mi | 5 hr 40 min |
Straight-line distance from central Portland; drive times are estimates, not routes. Airports with scheduled passenger service, from OurAirports.
Details
- Based in
- 35 Cottage St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609, USA
- Where
- Bar Harbor · 114 miles northeast of central Portland
- Listed under
- Live Wedding Bands
- In Portland
- One of 30 live wedding bands we list · 1 within 3 miles
- Phone
- (207) 288-0829
- Website
- Visit site
Around Bar Harbor
- Nearest venue
- Harborside Hotel, Spa & Marina, 0.1 mi
- Venues within 10 mi
- 11 wedding venues
- Live Wedding Bands nearby
- 1 within 3 mi, 1 within 10
- Guest hotels
- 39 within 5 mi
- Communities served
- Winter Harbor
Distances are straight-line from 1932 Criterion Theatre; counts come from the businesses and venues Lazo lists around Portland.
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