HBS Section Retreat · Spring 2026

PortlandMaine

April 2026
Weekend Getaway
The Whole Section
The Weekend

Schedule

Friday
2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Depart Boston
Drivers depart at their scheduled times. Amtrak Train 685 departs North Station at 3:45 PM.
Transport
6:15 PM
Arrive Portland
Amtrak arrives at Portland station. Drivers arrive based on departure time.
Transport
6:30 PM
Check In & Settle
Drop your bags, get comfortable, and meet up with the group.
Stay
7:30 PM
Group Dinner
Kick off the weekend together. Portland is famous for its food scene.
Food
9:30 PM
Evening Free Time
Explore Old Port, grab drinks, or wind down at the house.
Free Time
Saturday
9:00 AM
Breakfast
Start the day with a group breakfast.
Food
10:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Morning Activities
Choose your adventure: coastal hike, brewery tour, kayaking, or explore Portland's art scene.
Activity
1:00 PM
Lunch on Your Own
Hit up the incredible local restaurants — recommendations in the Info section.
Food
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Afternoon Activities
Beach time, shopping in the Old Port, or relax at the house.
Activity
6:30 PM
Section Dinner
The main event. A proper section dinner in Portland style.
Food
9:00 PM
Night Out
Portland’s nightlife awaits. Old Port bars and live music venues.
Free Time
Sunday
9:00 AM
Brunch
Farewell brunch before heading back.
Food
10:00 AM
Check Out & Pack Up
Gather your things. Drivers and Amtrak riders regroup.
Stay
11:48 AM
Depart Portland
Amtrak Train 694 departs for Boston. Drivers head out at their own times.
Transport
2:20 PM
Arrive Boston
Amtrak arrives at North Station. Until next time!
Transport
Getting There

Transportation

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Activities

Accommodation

Where We’re Staying

Portland, Maine

Details on accommodation will be shared closer to the retreat date. We're looking at options that keep the whole section together — house rentals and/or a group hotel block in the Old Port area.

Good to Know

Trip Info

Cost

Section dues cover transportation (Amtrak tickets, gas stipend & parking for drivers). Sign up for transport by 3/30 or you’re responsible for your own.

What to Pack

Layers! Maine spring weather is unpredictable. Comfortable shoes for walking cobblestone streets. A jacket for ocean breezes.

Contact

Questions about transportation? Contact Natalie. For general retreat questions, reach out to the section retreat committee.

Portland Tips

Don’t miss: Eventide Oysters, Holy Donut, Portland Head Light, the Arts District, and the incredible craft brewery scene.

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