Upcoming Festivals in Maine http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/june.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 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 44.229198 -69.774696 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/june.php#30 With its 31th Anniversary, La Kermesse returns to its roots to embrace and celebrate Biddeford's proud Franco-Americaine heritage and include neighboring Saco as well as the host of multicultural groups that reside in our diverse communities. A free trolley will run between our sister cities throughout the weekend to encourage local residents and visitors to park at the Chamber of Commerce/Amtrak Station lot in Saco, and enjoy all of the events in both cities. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/june.php#30 43.492599 -70.453400 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/june.php#4083 Going strong for the 4th year, several events will make this year's Mechanic Falls Community Day our best event yet! Highlights for Friday night include the ever popular Pink Feather's Couples Competition and an Outdoor Movie sponsored by the Rec Dept. Several Confirmed events for Saturday include the Pancake Breakfast, fun run and road road, the almost world famous Legion's Chicken BBQ, parade, a Steel Drum Concert, Dunk Tank, Duck Race, vendors and crafters area, and many other activities. Applications are now being welcomed for the Parade and non-profit and for profit vendors. Time is running out! For more info and downloadable application, please visit the town's website at the Title link above, call Nancy Guptill at (207) 577-7972 or see our Facebook page. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/june.php#4083 44.110401 -70.389801 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/june.php#1006 The annual Maine Swedish Colony Midsommar Celebration takes place in New Sweden, Stockholm, Woodland and Caribou at various venues. Events all weekend long. There is also a Maypole, great Swedish food, dancing and fun for all. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/june.php#1006 46.941898 -68.120499 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/june.php#1026 Windham Summerfest is Windham's Town Day celebration of games food, music, parade and fireworks. The Windham Summerfest is held at Windham High School, 406 Gray Road. For more info phone (207) 892-1905. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/june.php#1026 43.786900 -70.410797 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/june.php#3638 Time to be dustin' off that cutlass and eye patch. The Mystic Pirates o' the Damariscotta will rise again! The 2013 Damariscotta River Pirate Rendezvous is scheduled for Saturday, June 22, with activities beginning at 10 a.m. and continuing until 4 p.m. and the pirates invading at high noon. With your help, last year's Pirate Rendezvous raised over $4,000 to help benefit Lincoln County Family Holiday Wishes, so join us again to help out this year. Free parking and shuttle service will be provided at the Lincoln Academy parking lot. For more info see the Title link above or email piraterendezvous@yahoo.com. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/june.php#3638 44.038300 -69.511299 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/june.php#5579 Third Annual OOB Smokin' at the Ballpark BBQ. State championship BBQ beach showdown begins with live music Saturday night, June 23, from 6 p.m. to p.m. Then on Sunday, June 24, the showdown starts at 9:30 a.m. and runs until 6 p.m. The event features many events and live entertainment and includes BBQ sampling to vote for people's choice award between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. Kids 12-8 are $5 and 7 and under are free. Event takes place at The Ballpark in Old Orchard Beach on Emerson Cummings Boulevard behind the police station. Plenty of free parking. For more info contact Sharri MacDonald at (207) 590-4201 or see the Title link above. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/june.php#5579 43.517300 -70.377502 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/june.php#12297 The Mystic Pirates sail into the scenic midcoast towns of Damariscotta and Newcastle. The pirates invade at high noon, complete with a pirate ship laying down a barrage of cannon fire. Pirate activities, beginning at 10 a.m., including games, re-enactments and music will continue until 4 p.m. Children will be involved in a drama to find the Lost Treasure of the Mystic Pirates. Special pirate-themed menus will be featured at local restaurants during the event and into the evening. The event benefits Lincoln County Family Holiday Wishes. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/june.php#12297 44.038303 -69.511261 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/june.php#65 Annual Windjammer Days. Participate in a grand sail parade through picturesque Boothbay Harbor. Extra time ashore to explore the town and enjoy concerts, crafts, street parade, music and more. Fireworks! For more info see the Title link above or phone (207) 633-2353. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/june.php#65 43.851398 -69.628403 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/june.php#5959 The Standish Summer Spectacular, always the 4th full weekend in June, takes place at all three villages that make up the Town of Standish (Steep Falls, Sebago Lake Station and Standish Corner District). There's a BBQ, live music, pancake breakfast, community marketplace, parade and much more. See the Title link above for details. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/june.php#5959 43.735802 -70.552498 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/june.php#12867 Columbia Falls 150th Anniversary Celebration. On Friday at 7 p.m. see Charles Plummer impersonating Civil War General Joshua Chamberlain. Saturday's events include a foot race, parade, car show, Paint Columbia Falls, Art Show and Auction, Historic House Tour, Downeast Salmon Federation Fish Fry (lunch), inflatables, horse and wagon rides, vendors, crafters, Wreaths Across America Museum, chowder and bean dinner, fireworks and evening dances. Sunday's events include brunch, Service of Remembrance of our Veterans and an ice cream social. For more info and a complete schedule of events see the Title link above. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/june.php#12867 44.651955 -67.729919 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/june.php#8 For over 30 years, the annual Strawberry Festival has been a part of South Berwick life. Features a bake-off, juried craft show with over 120 artisans, and entertainment. This festival is always the last Saturday in June, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Central School grounds across from Town Hall. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/june.php#8 43.232601 -70.808601 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/june.php#64 Orland River Day is a town celebration held each year on the last Saturday in June (rain or shine) - complete with a parade, food, crafts, a "Downeast" raft race and many other activities. Everyone is involved: the Orland United Methodist Church, the Town Office crew, Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, Cub Scouts, the Orland Fire Department, the Orland Historical Society, and all the citizens of Orland. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/june.php#64 44.570301 -68.735802 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/june.php#2047 There are two main components to the Kingfield POPS: one is the concert and the other is the Festival of the Arts. At the Festival of the Arts (10 to 4), fine artists and artisans sell and display their work. Live local music all day. For more info call (207) 265-POPS or email info@kingfieldpops.com. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/june.php#2047 44.958698 -70.154602 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/june.php#9752 The Cornish Association of Business sponsors the Annual Cornish Strawberry Festival in historic Cornish Village from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Thompson Park. This free event features locally grown strawberries, strawberry desserts, craft fair, entertainment and more. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/june.php#9752 43.804722 -70.801666 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#66 Celebrate Independence Day in towns all around Maine with events planned for the entire first week of July! http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#66 0.000000 0.000000 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#12909 Progressive sales and street fair fun are for all to enjoy at this iconic event. Starting in the downtown area at 5 p.m. and ending at midnight. There will be great music and lots of food. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#12909 46.125599 -67.840698 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 46.129501 -67.831100 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#2057 Annual Celebration at West Quoddy Head Visitor Center. Come celebrate with us at the easternmost point in the USA. Event is from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. with tours of the tower 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Live music, raffles, food, activities. Lighthouse museum and art gallery. Hike beautiful Quoddy Head State Park. Note that the Visitor Center is open daily, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. from May 25 through October 14, 2013. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#2057 44.829102 -66.992699 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#145 Rangeley Region Guides and Sportsmen's Association Strawberry Festival in Oquossoc Park features crafts, yard sale and food from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#145 44.965599 -70.772301 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 43.809200 -70.854103 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 45.626701 -68.575401 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#1158 The entire windjammer fleet participates in an afternoon Parade of Sail 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 44.102600 -69.107300 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#3219 Every year, Harbor House holds the fun-filled Flamingo Festival, a great family festival that truly has something for every one. While it is whimsical, lighthearted and decidedly hot pink, the annual Harbor House Flamingo Festival is integral to our mission of community building. Over the years, it has become a way for the community to come together to celebrate the treasured value of small town life. Young, old and in-between, locals, summer people and tourists, all participate in the festivities, and our lawns, store windows and buildings proudly display the plastic pink creatures. It is a spectacular showcase for our Center and all that we offer our community. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#3219 44.283600 -68.327202 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#12696 Maine YogaFest (MYF) will be held at the East End Community School in Portland and is a two-day celebration of Maine's amazing local yoga talent. The festival offers a diverse program allowing participants to try a wide range of yoga styles including Acro, Slackline, Paddleboard, Hooping and much more. More than 30 local yoga teachers and 20 studios are participating in the event and our "Vendor Village" will feature local businesses, artists, musicians and food trucks throughout the weekend. On Saturday evening, July 13, MYF will host a "Friends and Family Yoga Party" with live local music, cool vendors, unique yoga demonstrations, kids activities, contests and prizes. In addition to being the premiere yoga festival in Maine, MYF has committed to establishing itself as a green festival by providing recycling and composting services, water refill stations, and using sustainable and local products. To purchase tickets or for more info see the Title link above. Event hours are from approximately 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday, May 13 and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, May 14. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#12696 43.671272 -70.254089 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#2314 Fort Fairfield hosts the annual Maine Potato Blossom Festival mid-July each year when the potato blossoms are in full bloom. We calculate each years' dates by the tradition that our huge parade is always the third Saturday in July, making parade day July 20 in 2013. This 9 day festival features farmer olympics, road races, arts and crafts, fireworks, river races, and mashed potato wrestling, and much more! Fun for the entire family. Don't miss this "spudtacular" event. The Maine Potato Blossom Festival is one of the oldest and most established festivals in Maine. Founded in 1937, this venue was created to celebrate Maine's supreme commodity, the potato. No matter who you go with to the festival, there is something for everyone's interest. Some of the traditional activities include the Maine Potato Blossom Queen Pageant, the Annual Antique Tractor Pull and fireworks over the beautiful Aroostook River. Do you want your pet to get his/her moment of fame? Enter your furry pal in the Household Pet Show. There's food, singing, dancing, arts and crafts, horse shows, mashed potato wrestling and so much more. Who knew potatoes could be so much fun? For more info click the Title link above or email mbosse@fortfairfield.org. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#2314 46.772202 -67.833900 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#91 The Central Maine Egg Festival Committee and the Town of Pittsfield are pleased to welcome our many guests to the 41st Annual Central Maine Egg Festival from Monday, July 15 to Saturday, July 20, 2013. Our theme this year is SpEGGTacular Circus. The Town of Pittsfield is home to the Egg Festival. A quiet industrial community of less than 5,000 people, Pittsfield welcomes approximately 35,000 visitors each July. A large Street Dance, Egglympics, window painting, art show and craft fair are just a few of the scheduled events during the week leading up to the Big Day - Saturday, July 20 - which features The Big Parade, Kiwanis Karnival with its rides and booths, and fireworks. It is the event of the year in Pittsfield and the region. Founded in 1973, the Egg Festival was designed to celebrate the egg industry in Central Maine and complement the already popular Kiwanis Karnival. Though the egg industry has all but left the region, the Festival remains stronger than ever. The Festival prides itself on providing a venue for area non-profit groups to come together and fundraise for their programs. There is something for everyone at this very friendly event! For more info see the Title link above or, if it has been updated, Central Maine Egg Fest. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#91 44.777042 -69.375969 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#96 Annual Yarmouth Clam Festival! You can look forward to all the fun events that make this festival Maine's summer favorite: A long, hilarious parade; spectacular fireworks; clam shucking contests; a firefighter's muster; road, kayak, and bike races; a pancake breakfast; concerts; and, of course, a delicious array of food. Admission to the Festival and its events is free. To learn more about this year's Yarmouth Clam Festival and see a complete schedule of events, see the Title link above or call the Yarmouth Chamber of Commerce at (207) 846-3984. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#96 43.800999 -70.187401 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#103 Small community agricultural fair that has been running for over 150 years. Fair has a series of small farm and backyard workshops, a craft fair, many children's activities and contests for all ages http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#103 44.231499 -70.770103 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#100 Come join us on the Pier for a fun filled, family day honoring our local fishermen! Events include a pet show, wacky row boat races, trap hauling demonstration, cod fish relay and much more! We'll have local artisans, information from community organizations and some of the best seafood on the coast. Come enjoy Suzy's Red Hot Lobster or Julia's Famous Grilled Shark! http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#100 44.156113 -68.666664 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#4287 On Sunday, July 21, 2013, farms throughout Maine will open to the public. Visit a farm and see what farm life is all about. Watch farm activities and demonstrations from milking to felting; pet farm animals, pick berries, tour a barn or go on a hay ride. There will be farm-raised products for sale, displays to see and samples to taste. If you would like to participate or need information regarding the Open Farm Day, please email Judy Blaisdell or call at (207) 287-3702. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#4287 0.000000 0.000000 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#12347 Maine Open Farm Day at Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village. Free wagon rides, barn tours, craft demonstrations, herb garden tours, and tours of the 1816 Spinhouse exhibit. Bake sale. Gift shops open. Event is from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#12347 43.983353 -70.359413 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#97 Casco Days is one of Maine's oldest community events (over 65 years in the making). A weekend full of activities and entertainment at Casco Day Park. For more info see the Title link above or the event's Facebook page. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#97 44.004501 -70.522400 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#104 Small, family oriented country fair with midway, animal-pulling events and children's games. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#104 44.194099 -69.700302 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#1176 Annual Richmond Days festival at Richmond Waterfront Park. Events include entertainment, parade, pontoon boat rides, bouncy houses, including laser tag, lobster crate races and more, capped off with a fireworks display. Some events on Friday evening, with most on Saturday from 8 a.m. through 10 p.m. For more info contact Victoria Boundy at (207) 737-4305 x331 or email director@richmondmaine.com. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#1176 44.087299 -69.798897 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#3235 The Annual Bucksport Bay Festival is a family-oriented festival that includes Fireworks, Parade, Kid's Center, Car Show, Motorcycle Show, 5K Fun Run, Pie Bake-Off Contest, Civil War Encampment at Ft. Knox, over 70 vendors along the Waterfront Walkway, live music all day, and much more! For more info see the event's Facebook page. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#3235 44.573700 -68.795601 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#131 The Northern Maine Fair is a large family fair with rides, exhibits, horse pulling, harness racing, tractor pulling, demo derby and more. At the Northern Maine Fairgrounds. For info phone Andy LaBlanc at (207) 769-2258. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#131 46.683300 -68.027000 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#67 At the Bangor State Fair you can enjoy outdoor concerts, demolition derby, backyard circus, midway rides, great food, a petting zoo and pony rides, exhibits, fireworks and more. For info phone Mike Dyer at (207) 947-5555. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#67 44.788700 -68.780098 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#92 The Annual Grand Lake Stream Folk Art Festival features folk artists, craftsmen, canoe and boat builders, quilters and live music throughout the event. The festival was selected by the Governor's Conference on Tourism as the recipient of the 2006 Excellence in Tourism Award in the category of Attractions. Events are from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Ball Field. For info phone (207) 796-8199. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#92 45.179501 -67.774399