Portland, Maine is absolutely buzzing this weekend with incredible events that'll make you want to get out and explore. Whether you're a foodie, sports enthusiast, or looking for something unique, there's something for everyone happening right now.

If you're hungry for adventure, the Portland Taco and Tequila Bar Crawl is happening today. This is the seventh annual celebration of everything delicious, and it's the ultimate fiesta experience. Registration starts at three in the afternoon at Fore Play Sports Pub on Fore Street, and the festivities run until eight at night. You'll get taco tokens at registration, then head to participating bars throughout the city to exchange those tokens for flavor-packed tacos while sipping on discounted handcrafted margaritas, smooth tequila, and ice-cold beer. There's live DJ beats and that authentic fiesta atmosphere that makes this event legendary.

But wait, there's more happening today. Seaweed Saturday is a free, family-friendly expo taking place at GMRI in Portland. Yes, you read that right. Maine Seaweed Week is a statewide celebration running through May third, and today is the main event. You can explore everything from kelp burgers to seaweed beer and cocktails. Local farmers are selling fresh kelp, and there are hands-on cooking classes so you can learn how to prepare these nutrient-dense, sustainable local foods. It's a unique experience that celebrates Maine's incredible working waterfront.

For the sports crowd, The Maine Stage presented by Zero Gravity is a basketball tournament happening today and tomorrow in the Saco and Portland area. Elite and competitive teams from the twelfth grade down to fourth grade are competing, so if you've got young athletes in your life or just love watching quality basketball, this is worth checking out.

Looking ahead to the rest of the weekend, the Maine Film Festival is running through May third with screenings at multiple locations including the Portland Museum of Art and The Hill Arts. It's one of the most far-reaching festivals yet, so there's plenty of opportunity to catch some great cinema throughout the week.

There's also a Sports Card and Pokemon Show happening in nearby Bath at the Bath Rec Gym this morning from nine to two, if you're a collector or enthusiast looking for some treasures.

Portland truly has something for everyone this weekend. Whether you're exploring Maine's unique seaweed culture, joining a legendary bar crawl, catching some basketball, or diving into indie films, you're in for a fantastic time.

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