We’ve got sunny skies and a high-energy weekend on tap with a battle of the bands, a story slam, a party band, a drag show and free maple ice cream!

Bands Jam ‘70s Style in Trekkapalooza

Friday, March 25—Rockland

Break out the flare jeans, the 11th annual Trekkapalooza event is kicking off at The Strand Theatre. This year's "Battle of the Bands" competition will feature a '70s theme with five exciting and energetic acts. Each band will be playing at least one song from the 1970s. New to the event this year, two teams from Oceanside High School will compete in a  lip sync challenge, with the winner decided by popular audience vote. Don’t miss the Midcoast teen’s favorite band, Fading Dawn, (see our past article on these cool kids here.) The event starts at 7 p.m.; doors open at 6:30 p.m. All ages show. Tickets are $10 in advance or $12 at the door. FMI: Trekkapalooza

Story Slam in Hope

Friday, March 25—Hope

Sweet Tree Arts is hosting their 4th annual Story Slam. Each story teller has five minutes to entertain and wow the crowd, followed by a 45-minute story by international teller Dovie Thomason. This is the adult show, from 7 to 9 p.m. For the kids’ show details, check the website. (See a review of last year’s show on PenBay Pilot.) Tickets: $15 online and $20 at the door. It’s always packed to the roof, so get there early.

The Shizzle plays The Myrtle

Saturday, March 26—Rockland

If you want a high-energy party band (that’s a bit off-color), that’s The Shizzle. Homegrown from Augusta, The Shizzle is central Maine's newest live music sensation; a themed dance/party band with costumes and DJ lighting. Myrtle Street Tavern hosts the show, which starts at 9 p.m.

Killer Road Trip: March Dragness!

Saturday, March 26—Bangor

Maine’s biggest drag show is back at the Hollywood Casino. This year's show will be hosted by the amazing Shaunna Rai. This year's theme is BILLBOARD HOT 100! All acts must perform a song that has been on the Billboard Hot 100 in any genre or era. Get ready for some heart stopping music, epic performances and thrilling costumes. This is an 18+ show, which will benefit several different charities. Online tickets have already been sold out but get there early as they’ll be selling more at the door. Door sales start at 6:30 p.m. and the show starts at 7 p.m. FMI: March Dragness

Maine Maple Sunday

Sunday, March 27—Camden

It’s spring, right? Please tell me it’s spring. The maple trees are ready. A sugaring-off is happening at the Cramer Museum on Route 1 on the Camden-Rockport line. There will be demonstrations of maple syrup making in their 1820s sugar house, free maple ice cream sundaes and free samples of open fire pit cooking by the famed chili and chowder extraordinaire, Maynard Stanley. Maple donuts and other maple treats will also be on sale. Goes from 1 to 4 p.m. Call 236-2257 for more info.

Kay Stephens can be reached at news@penbaypilot.com