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Find AA Meetings in Maine

Find AA Meetings in Maine
•Sourced from official Maine AA intergroups
Maine's AA community includes 578 meetings across 191 cities, held daily at churches, community centers, and online. Whether you're looking for a meeting near you, a specific format, or an online or Zoom option anywhere in Maine, this directory lists local AA groups that are open to newcomers and people at every stage of recovery.
Maine's AA fellowship runs from the Portland-area metro through the midcoast and Acadia communities up to the smaller towns of Aroostook County. The directory lists meetings in all 16 counties.
Online AA Meetings in ME
Virtual Meeting - Sponsor: Thursday Night Women's Step Group. https://csoaamaine.org/meetings/thursd...
Virtual Meeting - Sponsor: Route One Men's Step Meeting. https://csoaamaine.org/meetings/route-one-m...
Virtual Meeting - Sponsor: Keep Coming Back. https://csoaamaine.org/meetings/keep-coming-back-group-...
Meeting Times Across Maine Near You
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AA Meetings in Maine by the Numbers
Across Maine, the 578 listed AA groups are concentrated in Portland (75 meetings), Brunswick (16), and Saco (16), with active groups in 191 cities in total. Wednesday is the busiest day for meetings, and evening (5–9 PM) sessions are the most common. About 31% of groups (177) offer an online or hybrid option.
Largest AA communities in Maine
- 1.Portland75 meetings
- 2.Brunswick16 meetings
- 3.Saco16 meetings
- 4.Brewer14 meetings
- 5.Ellsworth13 meetings
- 6.Auburn11 meetings
- 7.Augusta11 meetings
- 8.Raymond11 meetings
- 9.Bangor10 meetings
- 10.Belfast10 meetings
When AA groups meet in Maine
- Sunday100
- Monday131
- Tuesday132
- Wednesday136
- Thursday127
- Friday121
- Saturday107
Meetings per day of the week across Maine. Wednesday has the most scheduled groups.
What members read between meetings
A.A.'s own literature does most of the heavy lifting between meetings in Maine. These are the books most often spotted on a member's bookshelf, with a short note on what each one is for. Each card is tagged with its language.
The book Bill W. and Dr. Bob wrote first, in 1939. Most members pick up a copy in their first week or two and keep it close.
Look on AmazonBill W.'s longer essays on each Step and each Tradition. The usual companion read once the Big Book starts to feel familiar.
Look on AmazonLiving Sober
EnglishA short, practical book about the day-to-day of staying sober. Often the one a sponsor suggests in the first month.
Look on AmazonDaily Reflections
EnglishOne short A.A. reading for each day of the year, with a thought to carry into it. Members often keep a copy on the kitchen counter.
Look on AmazonAs Bill Sees It
EnglishBrief passages from A.A.'s co-founder, arranged by topic. Some groups read one aloud at the top of every meeting.
Look on AmazonAbout AA in Maine
Portland, Southern Maine, and the Seacoast
Maine General Service serves the state, with the densest meeting calendar in and around Portland, South Portland, Westbrook, and the surrounding Cumberland County communities. The Old Port and East End have established neighborhood groups. The York County coast (Wells, Ogunquit, Kennebunk, Saco) anchors meetings that grow seasonally with summer traffic. Lewiston-Auburn, the state's second-largest metro, has its own substantial meeting calendar.
Midcoast, Acadia, and Down East Maine
The Midcoast (Bath, Brunswick, Rockland, Camden) maintains year-round meetings that expand during summer. Bar Harbor and the Acadia region see substantial summer growth. Ellsworth and the Down East communities (Machias, Eastport, Lubec) maintain smaller meeting networks reaching to the Canadian border.
Central Maine, Bangor, and the North Woods
Augusta, the state capital, has weekday meetings serving state-government workers. Waterville and Skowhegan round out Central Maine. Bangor anchors the Penobscot Valley meeting network. The North Woods communities (Greenville, Millinocket, Houlton, Caribou, Presque Isle, Fort Kent) maintain meeting networks adapted to the geography, often with hybrid options.
Getting to a meeting in Maine
Greater Portland Metro runs bus service in the Portland area. The Downeaster Amtrak runs Boston to Brunswick via Portland. Outside the corridor, driving is the standard option.
Finding AA Meetings in Maine
Alcoholics Anonymous is active across 191 cities in Maine, with 578 meetings listed in this directory. Meetings run mornings, evenings, and weekends, and formats range from open discussions to step study groups, so most people can find something that fits their schedule and where they are in recovery.
Meeting Types Available in Maine
AA meetings in Maine run in several formats, each suited to a different kind of participation. With 578 meetings listed, here is what you can expect to find:
Open Meetings
Open to the public. Family members, friends, and anyone curious about A.A. are welcome to attend. No membership or personal connection to alcohol problems is required.
Closed Meetings
For people who have a desire to stop drinking. These meetings are private, and what is shared stays within the room.
Speaker Meetings
A member shares their story of "experience, strength, and hope." These meetings can be grounding for newcomers who want to hear how others have navigated recovery.
Step Study Groups
Groups that work through the 12 Steps together. Found in Portland and across Maine, these meetings focus on applying A.A. principles in practical terms.
Major Cities with AA Support in Maine
Portland, Maine's most active AA community, hosts 75 meetings. Other major cities include Brunswick, Saco, Brewer, and more, each running multiple meetings per week.
Getting to AA Meetings in Maine
Whether you're traveling to Maine for the first time or a longtime resident seeking support, understanding your transportation options can help you access the AA meetings you need. Below is comprehensive information about reaching meetings across the state.
Planning Your Journey to AA Meetings
When traveling to Alcoholics Anonymous meetings in Maine, call ahead to confirm meeting times, verify the address, and get directions. Many AA groups warmly welcome newcomers, first-timers, and out-of-town visitors. If lack of transportation is preventing you from attending meetings, reach out to local AA groups via the AA hotline—many members volunteer to give free rides to people in early recovery, or can connect you with Zoom meetings and online AA meetings.