Upcoming Festivals in Maine http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/june.php#31 Gardiner, Augusta, Winthrop and surrounding communities come together during the Whatever Family Festival with many exciting events including Gardiner Arts Festival, Johnson Hall Waterfront Talent Show, Gardiner Rotary Fireworks, Hallowell Kayak and Canoe rides and Augusta Day in Capitol Park. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/june.php#31 44.229179 -69.774750 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/june.php#118 The Kneisel Hall Chamber Music Festival is a chamber music school, a concert series and chamber music advocate. It is the oldest chamber music festival in America. Weekly concerts all summer long. Box office number is as listed. Concert hall phone is (207) 374-2811. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/june.php#118 44.413700 -68.587601 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/june.php#32 Through its concert presentations, the Bowdoin International Music Festival (at Bowdoin College) brings performers of international stature and a rich variety of musical programming to thousands of residents and summer visitors. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/june.php#32 43.906746 -69.961990 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#208 The 42nd Annual Bar Harbor Music Festival is one of New England's great music festivals. Events held at the Bar Harbor Congregational Church, 29 Mount Desert Street, the Bar Harbor Regency Holiday Inn, 123 Eden Street, the Criterion Theatre, 35 Cottage Street and the Bar Harbor Club, 111 West Street. Included in the festival is the Annual Acadia National Park Outdoor Concert. For info phone (207) 288-5744. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#208 44.387112 -68.206383 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#33 Bay Chamber Concerts' Summer Music Festival presents award-winning international artists every July and August in the beautiful backdrop of Midcoast Maine. Concerts are performed on Wednesday nights at the renovated Strand Theatre in Rockland (345 Maine St), and in the intimate setting of the historic Rockport Opera House (6 Central St in Rockport) overlooking Rockport harbor on Thursday nights. For info phone (207) 236-2823. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#33 44.187599 -69.072601 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#25 Small fair featuring livestock, crafts, midway and stage entertainment. Phone Lori Weston at (207) 532-2977. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#25 46.129539 -67.831131 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#57 Bath Heritage Days activities include a carnival, arts and crafts shows, art in the park, strawberry shortcake sale, shipbuilders triathlon, parade and big fireworks finale on July 5th at 9 p.m. at the Bath waterfront. For info phone (207) 442-7291. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#57 43.915401 -69.814400 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#66 Celebrate Independence Day in towns all around Maine! http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#66 0.000000 0.000000 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#940 Annual Bethel Art Fair at the Bethel Village Common runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Village Common. Crafts, art, kid's activities, live entertainment and jazz, puppet show, juggling and a lot of fun. For info phone (207) 824-2282. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#940 44.401539 -70.624519 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#1981 The 3rd Annual Radiance Arts and Culture Fest at Lincoln Park, 356 Congress Street, is a block party-style convergence celebrating summer, independence, and sustainability. The festival will offer an exciting blend of music and dance, hand-made artistry and crafted goods with a focus on the Portland arts and music community. Locally produced art and retail goods to be raffled throughout the day in support of Portland Parks and Recreation Dept's new Arts and Rec. Skate Park fund. The outdoor gathering will run from 2 pm until sunset; admission is free. For info phone (207) 233-0742. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#1981 43.660004 -70.255142 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#80 The Annual '50s, '60s and '70s Car and Antinque Aeroplane Show is held at the Owls Head Transportation Museum. See the Golden Age of Autos, enjoy a classic car rally, engine room demos, Model T rides, children's activities and more. Also see one of America's finest flying Museums in action. Phone (207) 594-4418 for details. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#80 44.064713 -69.107109 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#145 The Strawberry Festival at Oquossoc Park in Oquossic features strawberry shortcake, crafts, pies, gifts and entertainment. For info phone (207) 864-5364. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#145 44.965633 -70.772331 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#26 A true country fair with livestock, events and exhibits. Novelty events like egg toss, watermelon seed spitting, tractor pulls and more. For info phone Kathleen Haley at (207) 793-8434. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#26 43.809151 -70.854088 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#1866 East Millinocket Summerfest is held at Opal Myrick Park. Many concerts, children's parade, food and lots of other activities. For info phone Kelly at (207) 746-9982 or Debbie at (207) 746-9673. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#1866 45.626659 -68.575409 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#7 Three days and nights of New England's best country music, with plenty of food and activities for the entire family. Takes place at Stonehedge Farm, 342 W. Gray Road. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#7 43.854900 -70.380501 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#75 The three day Annual Greek Heritage Festival (at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church on 186 Bradley Street) features authentic Greek homemade food, Greek music and entertainment, Greek cultural information and more. For info phone (207) 284-5651. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#75 43.507801 -70.458504 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#83 The Annual Moxie Festival includes a river race, 5K road race, parade, car show, Moxie raffle and more! http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#83 43.996601 -70.060699 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#86 The Maine International Film Festival is a 10 day celebration of film, featuring the very best of American independent, international and Maine made movies. Nearly 100 films, over 50 filmmakers, lively receptions, Q and A sessions, special events and more. Venues are Waterville Opera House and Railroad Square Cinema. For info phone (207) 861-8138. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#86 44.550053 -69.630135 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#54 The annual eclectic Norway Arts Festival features the Annual Norway Sidewalk Art Show, a juried event with fine arts - paintings, photography, wood and metal sculpture and fiber arts. There's also music with a fiddle jam, regional musicians and a free street dance, puppet performances, juggling and more. Free drawing for original art too! For info contact Aranka at (207) 739-6161. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#54 44.212700 -70.538399 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#81 Annual County Gospel Music Festival. Held at F.A.R.M. Park on W. Limestone Road. For details phone the Fort Fairfield Chamber of Commerce at (207) 472-3802. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#81 46.821899 -67.847397 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#1089 The annual Native American Festival and Basket Makers Market runs from 10 a.m. to 4.m. at the College of the Atlantic Campus, 105 Eden Street (Route 3). It is free and open to the public. Wabanaki Indians will be displaying and selling baskets, carvings, beadwork, dolls and other hand-made items. There is also Native music, dance, drumming, storytelling, food and craft demonstrations, as well as a silent auction. For info phone (207) 288-3519. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#1089 44.396770 -68.226837 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#2057 8th Annual Celebration at West Quoddy Head Visitor Center from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The theme is Hopley Yeaton, "Father" of the USCG. There will be music, food vendors, raffles, speakers, special postal cancellations, and tours of the tower by the USCG from approximately 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#2057 44.883827 -67.028587 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#77 The North Atlantic Blues Festival is set in Harbor Park, overlooking Rockland Harbor. A prestigious eastern event with famed performers from throughout the U.S. and abroad. Saturday night in downtown Rockland offers a Blues "Club Crawl" with more than fifteen clubs featuring Blues bands. Tickets can be ordered online. For info phone (207) 596-6055. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#77 44.105000 -69.109398 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#204 The 14th Annual Arts in the Park is held in Heritage Park on Belfast's waterfront. There will be painters, fiber artists, photographers, potters, glass artists, wood carvers, metal workers, jewelers and more. Musicians will play all day both days. Food vendors are present too. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#204 44.428410 -69.004387 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#85 Every year on the weekend after the 4th of July, Southwest Harbor holds its Annual Quietside Festival, a great event for families. Events include a kids carnival, craft fair and a grand Flamingo Parade on Saturday morning. The weekend ends with the famous Polo and Yacht Club cocktail party at the Causeway Club Barn (you don't need to play polo or own a yacht to attend). For info phone the Harbor House Community Center at (207) 244-3713. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#85 44.280399 -68.327103 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#2314 The 9 day Maine Potato Blossom Festival features farmer olympics, road races, arts and crafts, fireworks, river races, mashed potato wrestling. This year featuring Maine's Own Comedian Juston McKinney. Lots of fun for the entire family. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#2314 46.766033 -67.810257 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#275 The Sebago Long-Lake Music Festival is held on Tuesday evenings at the Deertrees Theatre. For info and tickets phone (207) 583-6747. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#275 44.117584 -70.664200 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#1158 A dozen windjammers and more participate in an afternoon Parade of Sail from 2 to 4 p.m. past the mile-long Rockland Breakwater, providing spectators with stunning, close-up views of Maine's fleet of tall ships. For info phone (207) 807-9463 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#1158 44.102592 -69.107338 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#78 The Rock the Valley Music Festival is St. John Valley's most anticipated rock music event. Held at the Multi-Purpose Center in Madawaska. For info phone (207) 728-4439. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#78 47.348000 -68.328903 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#1946 The Danforth SummerFest returns in 2009 after a one-year hiatus. Friday night features gospel singing at the Town Hall. On Saturday there will be a parade, children's pet show, crafter's booths and a dinner theater at the Town Hall. For info call the Town of Danforth at (207) 448-2321. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#1946 45.628006 -67.834259 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#35 The Maine Celtic Celebration is committed to renewing the rich Celtic history, culture, and hospitality found along the coast of Maine. Planned events will take place along the waterfront in scenic Belfast and in various other places around the town and general area. Expect live Celtic music, storytelling, and dance; sporting events with Highland Games, a rugby scrum, gold tournament, and a 5k road race; contests such as a "Celtic Iron Chef," Men in Kilts, Cheese Roll, and a kilted run and row. Also find children's activities, events of interest to seniors, history, arts, and literary experiences, a parade, and Piping in the Park. For info phone (207) 338-2692. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#35 44.428410 -69.004387 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#96 The Annual Yarmouth Clam Festival includes a parade, free performances, juried craft show, an art show, sports contests, a carnival and a variety of free family-oriented activities. As always, clams are the featured menu item in the locally run food court. Proceeds benefit local Yarmouth non-profits. For info phone (207) 846-3984. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#96 43.800999 -70.187401 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#87 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. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#87 44.552799 -69.631302 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#424 Old Hallowell Day is an annual festival celebrating life in Maine's smallest city. For info phone (207) 620-7477. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#424 44.286999 -69.790398 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#1155 Aquafest is a community-wide, family event. Kayak Races; GPS and kayak clinics; T-Shirt Painting; Games; Geocachings; Shopping Opportunities at Village Shops; the Farmers' Market, and Art Mart; Boat Rides, Float Plane Rides; Free Raffle and Great Prizes; Family Barbecue and Free Swim Time; and Water Events at selected spots around the Watershed. For info phone (207) 495-6039. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#1155 44.447052 -69.832108 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#21 The Alfred Old Home Days and the Annual Antique Tractor Show and Pull are both held at the Greg Reed Farm, 31 Ricker Road, 1 mile past the fire station. The Antique Tractor Show includes free flea market space, musical entertainment and bean supper. See Southern Maine Antique Tractor Club. For info phone (207) 457-2117. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#21 43.462849 -70.705940 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#89 Over 250 restored and running antique autos. Sunday parade through Boothbay Harbor. Awards, raffles and prizes. Phone (207) 633-4727 for details. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#89 43.904099 -69.620598 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#103 Small community fair with midway. Over 150 years running. For info phone Lucille Millett at (207) 514-0333. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#103 44.231499 -70.770103 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#116 5th Annual Native American PowWow at Harbor Park featuring drumming, dancing, crafts, jewelry demonstrations, story telling, food and more. For info phone (603) 528-3005. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#116 43.302799 -70.567001 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#100 The Fishermen's Day celebration has become a popular event with a wide variety of activities for the whole family on and around the Stonington Fish Pier. These range from Coast Guard demonstrations to Wacky Rowboat Races to a very spirited Codfish Relay Race. For info phone (207) 348-6980. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#100 44.155800 -68.665100