Maine Events - Waterville Festivals and Events
Farmers Markets
Waterville Farmers' Market
May 01 thru Nov 30, 2008. Waterville. The Downtown Waterville Farmers' Market runs year round. From May 1 through November 30 it is open on Thursdays from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Concourse on Appleton Street. Winter hours are from 2 to 4 p.m. For info phone (207) 680-2055. Map + Directions | Report Update
Festivals
Knock on Wood GuitarFest
Apr 18 thru Apr 19, 2008. Waterville. The 4th Annual Knock on Wood GuitarFest is held at Waterville Opera House and on the Colby College campus. For info phone (207) 873-7000. Report Update
Maine International Film Festival
Jul 11 thru Jul 20, 2008. Waterville. The Maine International Film Festival features nearly 100 films, representing the best of American independent and international cinema. We also spotlight some of Maine and New England's most exciting and innovative filmmakers. In addition, MIFF's Fireflies Program offers children's films from around the world as well as workshops and related arts events for children and teens. 2008 Mid-Life Achievement Award will be presented to John Turturro. Venues are Waterville Opera House and Railroad Square Cinema. For info phone (207) 861-8138. Report Update
Waterville Intown Arts Fest
Jul 19, 2008. Waterville. Come to beautiful downtown Waterville to experience one of the oldest arts shows in Maine. Around 90 artists line Main Street to sell their pieces. You will also find children's activities, food, and more. For info phone (207) 680-2055. Report Update
Taste of Greater Waterville
Aug 06, 2008. Waterville. Annual Taste of Greater Waterville. Enjoy the area's finest cuisine while dining under the stars in historic downtown Waterville. This annual festival kicks off at 11:00 a.m. with finger foods and entertainment for adults and children. Main Street is closed to traffic and as dinner hour approaches residents and tourists alike enjoy dinner on Main Street while musical entertainment serenades the crowd. No tickets are required, meals can be purchased from various restaurants that cook and serve on Main Street. Report Update
Franco-American Festival
Aug 09 thru Aug 10, 2008. Waterville. The City of Waterville hosts its 6th Annual Franco-American Festival with speciality food vendors and artisans plus Franco-American plays and music. For info phone (207) 680-4200. Report Update
The Hill 'n the 'Ville
Sep 13, 2008. Waterville. The 2nd Annual Hill 'n the 'Ville is the first ever event geared towards college students, their families and the community at large. Meet at Head of Falls at noon for live music (The Brew, Nate Wilson Group, John Brown's Body), juggling, games for kids, a dunk tank, a guided tour of downtown Waterville and more. For info phone (207) 680-2055. Report Update
Harvest Fest
Oct 19, 2008. Waterville. Head to Castonguay Square in beautiful downtown Waterville for a day of family fun at the Annual Harvest Fest. Hay rides, the annual Jorgensen's 5K Foot Race, family pumpkin carving, live music, farmers' market, and more. Free and open to the public. For info phone (207) 680-2055. Map + Directions | Report Update
Parade of Lights
Nov 28, 2008. Waterville. Come watch as the Parade of Lights sparkles and shines in Downtown Waterville. The parade brings Santa to town and ends with the lighting of the giant spruce in Castonguay Square. From 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. For info phone (207) 680-2055. Map + Directions | Report Update
Theater
The Full Monty - Waterville Opera House
Nov 07 thru Nov 16, 2008. Waterville. Waterville Opera House presents The Full Monty. For info and tickets phone (207) 873-7000. Map + Directions | Report Update
An Empty Plate in the Cafe du Grande - Waterville Opera House
Nov 21 thru Nov 30, 2008. Waterville. ACAT presents An Empty Plate in the Cafe' du Grand Boeuf. At the Waterville Opera House Studio Theater. For info and tickets phone (207) 873-7000. Map + Directions | Report Update
Nutcracker Ballet - Waterville Opera House
Dec 12 thru Dec 14, 2008. Waterville. Waterville Opera House presents the Nutcracker Ballet with the acclaimed Bossov Ballet Theatre. For info and tickets phone (207) 873-7000. Map + Directions | Report Update
Tuesdays with Morrie - Waterville Opera House
Jan 23 thru Feb 01, 2009. Waterville. Tuesdays with Morrie plays in the Studio Theater of the Waterville Opera House. For info and tickets phone (207) 873-7000. Map + Directions | Report Update
Forever Plaid - Waterville Opera House
Feb 06 thru Feb 15, 2009. Waterville. The Waterville Opera House presents Forever Plaid. For info and tickets phone (207) 873-7000. Map + Directions | Report Update
Here on the Flight Path - Waterville Opera House
Mar 13 thru Mar 22, 2009. Waterville. ACAT presents Here on the Flight Path. At the Waterville Opera House Studio Theater. For info and tickets phone (207) 873-7000. Map + Directions | Report Update
Beauty and the Beast - Waterville Opera House
Apr 03 thru Apr 12, 2009. Waterville. Waterville Opera House presents Beauty and the Beast. For info and tickets phone (207) 873-7000. Map + Directions | Report Update
What is this Life? - Waterville Opera Hosue
May 01 thru May 10, 2009. Waterville. What is this Life? plays in the Studio Theater of the Waterville Opera House. For info and tickets phone (207) 873-7000. Map + Directions | Report Update