Thank you to everyone who joined us at Portland’s largest employee appreciation event, held Thursday, May 25, 2023 in Monument Square.
View the event photo gallery here.
2023 Downtown Worker Appreciation Day sponsored by Portland Downtown, Benchmark Real Estate, Machias Savings Bank, Fidium Fiber, JB Brown & Sons, and Portland Buy Local
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2023 Raffle Winners
More than 30 downtown workers took home top notch raffle prizes in 2023, courtesy of the generous businesses listed below. Give a big round of applause to our 2023 raffle winners!
- Gary P. won 4 tickets to the June 9th Portland Sea Dogs game – Maine Whoopie Pie Night courtesy of the Portland Sea Dogs
- Bonnie C. won 2 Tickets to Opera Maine‘s Production of “La Cenerentola” courtesy of Opera Maine and Porttix
- Meg K. won 2 Tickets to Opera Maine‘s Production of “Rocking Horse Winner” courtesy of Opera Maine and Porttix
- James R. won 4 Tickets to Hot Wheels Monster Trucks-Glow Party courtesy of Cross Insurance Arena
- Benjamin T. won 2 Seats at a Muse Paintbar Class courtesy of Muse Paintbar
- Cheryl S. won a Collaborative Portland Map created by Reiche Elementary School third graders courtesy of Side x Side
- Maddie C. won a Parking Pass for UPP Global Lots courtesy of UPP Global for June, July, & August
- Krystal O. won a Parking Pass for UPP Global Lots courtesy of UPP Global for June, July, & August
- Tracy V. won The Westin Portland Experience! Includes a one night stay, breakfast, $50 spa credit, & a $50 food/beverage credit Courtesy of the Westin Portland Harborview
- Denise A. won a $100 gift card to Sur-Lie on Free Street courtesy of Sur-Lie
- Molly M. won a $100 gift card to Terrarium courtesy of Terrarium
- Pam J. won $150 Gift Card to Solo Italiano on Commercial Street courtesy of Stone Coast Fund Services
- Donovan I. won The Fish & Bone Prize Pack! Includes a tote bag, T-shirt, & a $20 gift card courtesy of The Fish & Bone
- Beth W. won a Cotopaxi 3L Hip Pack courtesy of Nomads
- Taren K. won Two Spots on a Sea Kayak Tour to Fort Gorges courtesy of Portland Paddle
- Susannah S. won Skincare Product Gift Bag with $100 Gift Card to Rytualist ($200 value) courtesy of Rytualist Aesthetics Bar
- Joe W. won Tick Bank Tick Repellent Spray & Ticked Off Tick Remover courtesy of Coastal Wellness Pharmacy
- Kathryn C. won a $25 Gift Card to The North Point courtesy of The North Point
- Alison B. won 2 Movie Passes to the Nickelodeon Cinemas in Downtown Portland courtesy of the Nickelodeon
- Beth F. won 2 Movie Passes to the Nickelodeon Cinemas in Downtown Portland courtesy of the Nickelodeon
- Leah D. won 2 Movie Passes to the Nickelodeon Cinemas in Downtown Portland courtesy of the Nickelodeon
- Kim A. won a Cabot Cheese Gift Pack! Includes cheese, a lunch bag, a reusable shopping bag, & cheese plate courtesy of Cabot Cheese
- Lin Z. won a $100 Catering Credit to Sisters Gourmet Deli, to be used for your next party or event. Must be used by Sept. 1, 2023 Courtesy of Sisters Gourmet Deli
- Shantol G. won a 5 Class Pass to Online Yoga courtesy of Ashley Flowers Yoga
- Sarah L. won the SeaWeed Co Prize Pack! Includes a branded enamel mug, tote bag, hoodie, & $25 gift card courtesy of SeaWeed Co
- Jeannie T. won an All Kind Bodega CBD Infused Coffee Crunch Chocolate Gift Box courtesy of All Kind Bodega
- Alan M. won Maine Foodie Tours Gift Card courtesy of Maine Day Ventures
- Kate C. won an Ascutney Double Old-Fashioned Set courtesy of Simon Pearce
- Joab A. won a 30 Minute Headshot Refresh Photo Session with Wohler & Co courtesy of Wohler & Co
- Kim A. won 2 Tickets for 4th of July Old Port Historic Walking Tour courtesy of Old Port Historic Walking Tours
- Betsy P. won a Branded YETI Mug courtesy of Camptek Software
- Patti L. won a $25 gift card to Uncommon Paws courtesy of Uncommon Paws
- Jesse T. won a $25 gift card to Uncommon Paws courtesy of Uncommon Paws
- Robin L. won a $25 gift card to Reny’s courtesy of Reny’s
- Lindsay L. won a $25 gift card to Reny’s courtesy of Reny’s
Get Your Business Involved Next Year
Please Note: Updated information will be added closer to the 2024 event.
Portland’s premier employee appreciation event annually attracts of hundreds of downtown’s diverse workforce for a celebration of them! There’s no better way to get your business name, products, and services in front of downtown Portland’s very own. Here’s how your business can get involved:
Become A Sponsor
There’s no better way to get your business name, products, & services in front of downtown Portland’s very own. Check out the various Downtown Worker Appreciation Day sponsorship opportunities here. Email questions to info@portlandmaine.com
Donate A Prize
All downtown workers are eligible to join the Downtown Worker Appreciation Day Raffle. Show appreciation for downtown’s workforce by donating a prize.
Here’s what we can offer you:
- Shoutout on social media in front of our 20.5K Instagram followers & 35.6K Facebook following
- Photo of donated prize with winner featured on social media (should the winner give the OK)
Offer A Coupon
This event’s shining star is the annual Coupon Booklet, filled with exclusive offers & deals. Treat downtown workers to a discounted massage, BOGO coffee deals, 20% OFF tickets to an exciting event/show, a free gift with purchase, or anything else! PLEASE NOTE: This fan-favorite will be virtual in 2023 via the Scavify app.
Offers valid May 25th – June 8th. Deadline to submit is May 1. Email questions to info@portlandmaine.com
Offer inspiration:
- 20% off one service of your choice
- Buy one get one specials
- Anytime Happy Hour pricing
- Free beverage with sandwich purchase