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4th of July


Multiple Locations, Maine
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Jul 01 thru Jul 04, 2012. Celebrate Independence Day in towns all around Maine! Event #66 |   Report Update

Houlton Fair

94 Randall Avenue
Houlton, Maine 04730
 Phone: (207) 532-2977

          

Jul 04 thru Jul 08, 2012. Small fair featuring livestock, crafts, midway and stage entertainment. Phone Lori Weston at (207) 532-2977. Event #25   Map + Directions   |   Report Update

23rd Annual Bethel Art Fair

1 Broad Street
Bethel, Maine 04217
 Phone: (207) 824-3575

          

Jul 07, 2012. 23rd Annual Bethel Art Fair will feature 70 fine artists and fine crafters with live entertainment and fine fare. Schedule: Artist and Artisan Exhibits from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Punch and Judy Puppet Show at 10 a.m.; Lunch on the Common from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Art Fair Artist Winners Announced & Musical preview of upcoming performers at 12 p.m.; Harpist Conni St. Pierre at 1 p.m.; Troubadour Brad Hooper at 2 p.m.; Blue Willow Jazz Band at 3 p.m. Event #940   Map + Directions   |   Report Update

Annual Celebration - West Quoddy Head Visitor Center

978 South Lubec Road
Lubec, Maine 04652
 Phone: (207) 733-2180

          

Jul 07, 2012. Annual Celebration at West Quoddy Head Visitor Center. Come celebrate with us at the easternmost point in the USA. 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 26 through October 15, 2012. Event #2057   Map + Directions   |   Report Update

45th Annual Norway Arts Festival


Norway, Maine 04268
 Phone: (207) 739-6161

          

Jul 12 thru Jul 14, 2012. Over 100 fine artists and fine crafters, live music, dance and theatre, demos, lectures, exhibits, performances all along Historic Main Street in Norway. For more info contact Aranka at (207) 739-6161 or see the Title link above or Norway Downtown. Event #54   Map + Directions   |   Report Update

Ossipee Valley Fair

291 S. Hiram Road
Hiram, Maine
Phone: (207) 793-8434

          

Jul 12 thru Jul 15, 2012. 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. Event #26   Map + Directions   |   Report Update

Maine Potato Blossom Festival


Fort Fairfield, Maine 04742
 Phone: (207) 472-3800

          

Jul 14 thru Jul 22, 2012. 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 21st in 2012. This 9 day festival features farmer olympics, road races, arts & 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 & 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. Event #2314   Map + Directions   |   Report Update

Yarmouth Clam Festival


Yarmouth, Maine
Phone: (207) 846-3984

          

Jul 20 thru Jul 22, 2012. Mark your calendar for Friday through Sunday, July 15 through 17, and come to the 46th 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, visit www.clamfestival.com or call the Yarmouth Chamber of Commerce at (207) 846-3984. Event #96   Map + Directions   |   Report Update

Bingham Bicentennial


Bingham, Maine
Phone: (207) 672-5519

          

Jul 21 thru Jul 29, 2012. The Town of Bingham, Maine's 200 year anniversary celebration is set for July, 2012. Events include: Saturday (July 21): Franco-American Festival & Children's Parade; Sunday (July 22): 5K Road Race, Kids' Day Events; Monday (July 23): Talent Show with Community Chorus; Tuesday (July 24): Historic Rides & Fashion Show; Wednesday (July 25): Musket Shoot Competition & Historic Play; Thursday (July 26): Videos of historic films; Friday (July 27): Homecoming & Revolutionary War Encampment & Concert; Saturday (July 28): Political speakers, parade, flyover, fireman's muster, fireworks; and Sunday (July 29): Ecumenical service & community concert & river float. See the Title link above for bicentennial items that are already available for sale. Event #6854   Map + Directions   |   Report Update

Bangor State Fair


Bangor, Maine
Phone: (207) 947-5555

          

Jul 27 thru Aug 05, 2012. 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. Event #67   Map + Directions   |   Report Update

BRCA Biennial Aquafest


Belgrade, Maine 04918
 Phone: (207) 495-6039

          

Jul 09 thru Jul 10, 2010. Note: The next Biennial Aquafest is in 2012. Aquafest is a community-wide, family event featuring Dinner On Golden Pond with author, Ernest Thompson, and Antique Wooden Boat Show; Fun Run, Walk, Crawl or Creep - all Ages Invited and Dogs, too; Kid's Corner Challenge: Rides on the Melinda Ann, T-Shirt Painting, Games, and Others; Shopping Opportunities at Village Shops, the Farmers' Market, and Art Mart; Family Picnic Barbecue and Swim Time; Kayak/Canoe Race: Sailboat Race; and Sea Plane Rides. For more info phone (207) 495-6039. Event #1155 |   Report Update

Celebration of the Arts

132 Seguinland Road
Georgetown, Maine 04540
 Phone: (207) 371-9200

          

Jul 25, 2010. Note: The next Biennial Celebration of the Arts is in 2012. Celebration of the Arts highlights the abundance of creativity generated by residents of this island community. painters, printmakers, sculptors, and fine crafters display, sell, and demonstrate their work while talented musicians entertain with lively tunes. Add free light refreshments, plus a Youth Pavilion, and the exquisite rocky coast location to this free event and you've got a totally perfect summer day. Light/moderate rain will not cancel though heavy rain will. Event is at the Mooring Bed & Breakfast, 132 Seguinland Road (off Route 127S just before Reid State Park). Event runs from noon to 4 p.m. For more information contact the Georgetown Historical Society at (207) 371-9200. Event #3371 |   Report Update

Whatever Family Festival


Gardiner, Maine
Phone: (207) 623-4559

          

Jun 17 thru Jul 04, 2011. Gardiner, Augusta, Winthrop and surrounding communities come together during the Whatever Family Festival with many exciting events including Gardiner River Festival on June 19th, Johnson Hall Waterfront Talent Show, Gardiner Rotary Fireworks, Hallowell Kayak and Canoe rides and Augusta Day in Capitol Park. Event #31 |   Report Update

Bath Heritage Days


Bath, Maine 04530
 Phone: (207) 442-7291

          

Jul 01 thru Jul 04, 2011. 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 4th at 9 p.m. at the Bath waterfront. For info phone (207) 442-7291. Event #57 |   Report Update

3rd Annual 4th of July Boat Parade, Liberty, Maine


Liberty, Maine 04949
 Phone: (508) 380-4711

          

Jul 02, 2011. The 3rd Annual 4th of July Boat Parade will be held at "Little Lake St. George," Liberty, Maine on Saturday, July 2nd. Boats are decorated, music is played and we slowly take a full lap around our little pond for all on shore to enjoy! Event #6340 |   Report Update

Lewiston Auburn Liberty Festival


Lewiston, Maine
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Jul 04, 2011. The Independence Day Committee invites Lewiston-Auburn area residents to the 15th annual Liberty Festival on July 4th to celebrate the nation's independence with food, fun and fireworks. Festivities along the banks of the Androscoggin River. Event #6519 |   Report Update

Kennebunk Old Home Week

Main Street
Kennebunk, Maine 04043
 Phone: (207) 985-6890

          

Jul 04 thru Jul 10, 2011. The Town of Kennebunk, Maine, is celebrating its past, present, and future by bringing back Old Home Week: July 4 through July 9, but also with the Annual KBIA Road Race at Lord's Point on July 10, 2011. The community is revitalizing a century old tradition with family events including a local artists and craftsmen show, farmers market, family traditions parade, musical performances, old fashioned lobster bake, local history displays, sporting events, carnival games, petting zoo, church pie contest, Rotary chicken barbeque, antique auto show, variety show, Main Street dance and so much more! For more info contact Brian at (207) 985-6890 x1314. Event #6466 |   Report Update

Harrison Old Home Days


Harrison, Maine 04040
 Phone: (207) 583-6240

          

Jul 06 thru Jul 09, 2011. Returning after a 10 year hiatus, the 2011 Harrison Old Home Days will be celebrated Thursday July 7 through Saturday July 9. Harrison Old Home Days was originally organized in 1923. Our mission is to create a feeling of community spirit in the manner of a small New England village and work together to raise funds for various community projects. Events include food booths, midway, music, a parade, raffles and more. Please see the Title link above for the 2011 event schedule. Event #6495 |   Report Update

East Millinocket Summerfest


East Millinocket, Maine
Phone: (207) 746-9982

          

Jul 07 thru Jul 10, 2011. 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. Event #1866 |   Report Update

Greek Heritage Festival

186 Bradley Street
Saco, Maine
Phone: (207) 284-5651

          

Jul 08 thru Jul 10, 2011. 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. Event #75 |   Report Update

Moxie Festival


Lisbon Falls, Maine
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Jul 08 thru Jul 10, 2011. The Annual Moxie Festival includes a river race, 5K road race, parade, car show, Moxie raffle and more! Event #83 |   Report Update

Native American Festival and Basketmakers Market

105 Eden Street
Bar Harbor, Maine 04609
 Phone: (207) 288-3519

          

Jul 09, 2011. Join us for the annual Native American Festival and Basket Makers Market. This popular festival, sponsored by the Maine Indian Basket Makers Alliance and the Abbe Museum is hosted on the campus of the College of the Atlantic and offers visitors, collectors and gallery owners the opportunity to buy directly from the artists, as quality and authenticity is the hallmark for this Indian Market. For many visitors, this is a rare opportunity to meet the artists and learn about contemporary Indian arts and cultures from Maine and the Maritimes. Free and open to the public. For info phone (207) 288-3519. Event #1089 |   Report Update

Radiance Arts and Culture Fest

356 Congress Street
Portland, Maine 04101
 Phone: (207) 233-0742

          

Jul 09, 2011. The 4th 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. Event #1981 |   Report Update

Annual Bucksport's Abloom


Bucksport, Maine 04416
 Phone: (207) 469-6818

          

Jul 09, 2011. Bucksport Garden Club presents the 3rd Annual Bucksport's Abloom on Saturday, July 9th. Starting at 9:30 a.m., join us at The Alamo Theatre, Main Street,for light refreshments and a silent auction, followed by well know chef/caterer and author Diane Bianco's presentation "How to Party at Your Own Party," browse the Garden Shed Sale Flea Market from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Main Street.; Ms. Bianco signs her new book 2 p.m. at BookStacks on Main Street. Also enjoy works and demos by local artists at the Art for the Day Gallery on Main Street; at 12:30 p.m. enjoy Sonia Chianchette's Container Gardening Demonstration (seating available) at Bucksport's Waterfront Gazebo; Lunch by MacLeod''s will be available by the Gazebo ($7) at noon. Shop local merchants and restaurants, visit the new Veteran's Memorial Park on the beautiful riverfront walkway, enjoy an ice cream and stroll around Bucksport's charming downtown. It's all free and open to the public. Also, don't forget Fort Knox and Penobscot Narrows Bridge & Observation TOwer is just across the river. Event #6497 |   Report Update

Oquossoc Strawberry Festival


Oquossoc, Maine
Phone: (207) 864-5364

          

Jul 14, 2011. 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. Event #145 |   Report Update

Maine Windjammer Parade

Park Drive
Rockland, Maine
Phone: (800) 807-9463

          

Jul 15, 2011. 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. Festivities also include tours of the Rockland Breakwater Lighthouse, free trolley rides to satellite parking areas and Owls Head Transportation Museum flyover. For info phone (207) 807-9463. Event #1158 |   Report Update

Alfred Festival and Antique Tractor Show

31 RIcker Road
Alfred, Maine
Phone: (207) 457-2117

          

Jul 15 thru Jul 17, 2011. The Alfred Festival (on Saturday in the Center of Alfred) and the Annual Antique Tractor Show and Pull (Saturday & Sunday 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 on the Alfred Festival call the Town at (207) 324-5872. For info on the Tractor show phone (207) 457-2117. Event #21 |   Report Update

Maine Celtic Celebration

1 Main Street
Belfast, Maine
Phone: (207) 338-2692

          

Jul 15 thru Jul 17, 2011. The 5th Annual Maine Celtic Celebration celebrates the rich Celtic heritage of the Maine coast through music, food, games and education. Events include an evening reception with food and music and a "whisky tasting," a parade and a 5k Road Race through the streets of Belfast, bagpipes, food and craft vendors, and the US National Cheese Roll Championship. Musicians in 2011 include John Doyle and John Williams, The Napper Tandies, The Press Gang, Frank Taylor, Maximum Blue and more. All set on the beautiful park lands overlooking Belfast Bay. For info phone (207) 338-2692. Event #35 |   Report Update

Waterford World's Fair


North Waterford, Maine
Phone: (207) 514-0333

          

Jul 15 thru Jul 17, 2011. 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 Event #103 |   Report Update

Kingfield Festival Days

Depot Street
Kingfield, Maine 04947
 Phone: (207) 265-2700

          

Jul 15 thru Jul 17, 2011. Kingfield Festival Days is a 3 day family event. Friday evening features the crowning of the new Mrs. Kingfield, an ice cream social and music under the tent with DJ Greg Powers. Saturday always starts with the kid's pet, bike and doll carriage parades, registration 8:45 a.m. The Maine artisans fair and local farmers' market will be located in front of School House Gallery from 10 to 4 p.m. Also on Saturday from 9 to 4 p.m. are pony rides and a petting zoo behind the Herbert Hotel. The parade comes through town at noon. New in 2011 will be Timber Tina and her lumber jack show from Trenton, Maine, with two shows in the parking lot of The Woodsman Restaurant at 1:30 and 3 p.m. Many local fire departments return for the second annual Firemen's Muster, held Saturday in the Knapp parking lot on Depot Street at 2 p.m. The annual "Whatever Floats Parade" on the Carrabassett River starts at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday. Country rock group Bad Penny Band performs from 6 to 10 p.m. Saturday under the tent downtown. On Sunday is the 2nd annual 5K walk/run, local church services, truck pulls, a cook-off event, and the return of the Vertcal Outlaws, a performing motorcycle stunt show. Call for details to take part in the amateur photo and flower arranging contests. For more information call Myra at (207) 265-2700 or Holly Jane at (207) 265-5712 or see our Facebook page. Event #4082 |   Report Update

Flamingo Festival

329 Main Street
Southwest Harbor, Maine 04679
 Phone: (207) 244-3713

          

Jul 15 thru Jul 18, 2011. 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. Event #3219 |   Report Update

Old Hallowell Day


Hallowell, Maine
Phone: (207) 620-7477

          

Jul 16, 2011. Old Hallowell Day is an annual festival celebrating life in Maine's smallest city. For info phone (207) 620-7477. Event #424 |   Report Update

4th Annual Penobscot River Revival Festival

Front Street
Bangor, Maine 04401
 Phone: (207) 817-7362

          

Jul 16, 2011. Join the Lower Penobscot Watershed Coalition and partners on the Bangor waterfront in celebrating the return to a healthy river! Come enjoy live music, artwork and demonstrations, children's activities and educational exhibits, food from local vendors, cultural displays, and story telling, all in celebration of the historic Penobscot River fisheries and community-based efforts to restore health to the watershed. The festival will be held at the Bangor Waterfront near the Sea Dog Brewery on Front Street. Entry is free to all. Event #4094 |   Report Update

9th Annual Native American PowWow

Harbor Park
Wells, Maine
Phone: (603) 528-3005

          

Jul 16 thru Jul 17, 2011. 9th Annual Native American PowWow is sponsored by the Wells Chamber of Commerce. Music, vendors and special guests at Harbor Park on Harbor Road. Admission. Event #116 |   Report Update

Mollyockett Day Festival

3 Broad Street
Bethel, Maine 04217
 Phone: (207) 824-2282

          

Jul 16 thru Jul 17, 2011. The Annual Mollyockett Day Festival is a fun two-day community and family festival held on the Bethel Village Common on Broad Street. Events on Saturday include, arts and crafts fair, parade through town at 10am, contests, entertainment, jewelry & gem auction at 4pm, frog jumping contest, plenty of food, fireworks, and lots more. Sunday features the Mollyocket Day Classic Road Race at 8 a.m.. These offer a 5 mile run or 3 mile walk for teens & adults, and a 1 mile kids' fun run, and at 10am a diaper dash. Plus more activities being planned for Sunday. For more info phone (207) 824.2282 or see the Title link above. Event #2354 |   Report Update

Annual Stonington Fishermen's Day


Stonington, Maine 04627
 Phone: (207) 348-6980

          

Jul 17, 2011. Fisherman's Day is in downtown Stonington, Maine and is hosted by the Island Fisherman's Wife Association. It's a fun filled day on the pier featuring food and craft vendors, a pet show, codfish relay, wacky rowboat races, a touch tank and a bounce house for the kids. Vendors space is available for $25.00. Event #100 |   Report Update

Central Maine Egg Festival

Crosby Street
Pittsfield, Maine
Phone: (207) 680-0646

          

Jul 19 thru Jul 23, 2011. The Central Maine Egg Festival celebrates the brown egg industry and is held annually, ending on the fourth Saturday of July in Manson Park. There is a parade, scholarship pageant, Early Bird Breakfast, chicken barbeque, street dance, "Egglympics," craft fair and usually fireworks on Saturday. Also on Saturday, enjoy fun rides at the Kiwanis Karnival. Don't forget to see the world's largest frying pan! For more info see the Title link above and also the Town of Pittsfield website. Event #91 |   Report Update

Thoreau-Wabanaki Festival

5 Lake View Street
Greenville, Maine 04441
 Phone: (207) 695-3705

          

Jul 20 thru Jul 23, 2011. Annual celebration of Thoreau and the Wabanaki people's exploration and contribution to the cultural heritage of the Moosehead Lake region. Held at the Center for Moosehead History (formerly Communit House). Henry David Thoreau made three trips to the North Woods. He climbed high on "Ktaadn" in 1846, visited Chesuncook lake with Penobscot guide Joe Attean in 1853, and reached distant Eagle Lake in Allagash with Penobscot guide Joe Polis in 1857 before returning to Indian Island via the East Branch of the Penobscot River. Events include evening lectures on the natural history and terrain of the region, hike of Kineo and exhibition of photographer and explorer Bert Call of Dexter. Please see schedule for event details. Event #2383 |   Report Update

Pittston Fair

Route 194
Pittston, Maine
Phone: (207) 582-2946

          

Jul 21 thru Jul 24, 2011. Small, family oriented country fair with midway, animal-pulling events and children's games. Event #104 |   Report Update

Waterville Intown Arts Fest


Waterville, Maine
Phone: (207) 680-2055

          

Jul 23, 2011. Come to beautiful downtown Waterville to experience one of the oldest arts shows in Maine. Over 100 artists line Main Street to sell their pieces. You will also find children's activities, food, and more. For info phone (207) 680-2055. Event #87 |   Report Update

Annual Harpswell Festival, Shindig & Lobster Boat Races

Harpswell Neck Road
Harpswell, Maine 04079
 Phone: (207) 833-0562

          

Jul 23 thru Jul 24, 2011. 8th Annual Harpswell Festival, Shindig & Lobster Boat Races. On Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Harpswell Festival is at George J. Mitchell Field, overlooking scenic Middle Bay on Route 123 (10.5 miles from intersection of Rte 24 & Rte 123). From 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday there will be food, entertainment, live music featuring Motor Booty Affair, rides and games, kids activities, Tiger Slide and Rat Race, artisans & crafters, with a parade at 1 p.m. featuring our giant puppets. Free Admission & parking. Fireworks at 9 p.m. Event will continue on Sunday with a Harpswell Shindig and Harpswell Lobster Boat Races. View the Lobster Boat Races from the shore of Mitchell Field. For more information visit the title link above or Facebook or contact Tom at (207) 833-0562 or Alison at (207) 729-6560. Event #6517 |   Report Update

28th Annual Friendship Day

Main Street and Friendship Harbor
Friendship, Maine 04547
 Phone: (207) 542-0848

          

Jul 23 thru Jul 31, 2011. The 28th Annual Friendship Day featured events over two weekends in 2011. For more info on lobster boat races, call Wesley Lash at (207) 832-4587. For more info on Friendship Days contact Elizabeth-Ann Bartlett, (207) 354-7224. Event #1999 |   Report Update

Maine Open Farm Day


Multiple Locations, Maine
Phone: (207) 287-3702

          

Jul 24, 2011. On Sunday, July 24, 2011, 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 2011 Open Farm Day, please email Judy Blaisdell or call at (207) 287-3702. Event #4287 |   Report Update

Maine Farm Day - Shaker Village

707 Shaker Road
New Gloucester, Maine 04260
 Phone: (207) 926-4597

          

Jul 24, 2011. Shaker Village opens at noon as a part of this state wide celebration of Maine agriculture. Enjoy wagon rides and barn tours, Scottish Highland cattle, and sheep, the Shaker Store, barbecue meals, and tours of our Herb Department and gardens, Museum Reception Center with gifts and exhibits, and our new architecture exhibit. Admission is free. Event #3556 |   Report Update

Casco Days


Casco, Maine
Phone:

          

Jul 28 thru Jul 30, 2011. 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. Event #97 |   Report Update

Bucksport Bay Festival


Bucksport, Maine 04416
 Phone: (207) 469-6818

          

Jul 28 thru Jul 31, 2011. 14th Annual Bucksport Bay Festival. Parade, fireworks, US Navy Ship in town, 5K Fun Run, Live Music all day, Pie Bake-Off Contest and over 70 vendors along the waterfront. Also an expanded Kids Center, Civil War Reenactment at Ft. Knox, Classic Car Show, and Motorcycle Show. Activities are at both Main Street and the Bucksport waterfront on Thursday & Friday evenings, July 28th & 29th, all day Saturday, July 30th and offsite events on Sunday, July 31st. Event #3235 |   Report Update

Farmington Summer Festival


Farmington, Maine
Phone: (207) 778-6772

          

Jul 29, 2011. The Farmington Summer Festival is an annual community event with various activities, entertainers and food offerings. For more info phone Mike at (207) 778-6772 ext. 4102. Event #295 |   Report Update

Rangeley Lakes Logging Museum Festival Days


Rangeley, Maine
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Jul 29 thru Jul 30, 2011. Activities during Logging Museum Festival Days include Burying of the Bean Hole Beans, biscuit bake, Logger's Hall of Fame, Miss Woodchip Contest, parade, logging competitions, and crafts. Event #144 |   Report Update

Piscataquis River Festival


Guilford, Maine 04443
 Phone: (207) 876-3407

          

Jul 29 thru Jul 30, 2011. The Annual Piscataquis River Festival (or Riverstock) is a great, community-wide summer event in Guilford, Maine. This event is scheduled for the last Saturday in July each year, but expanded in 2011 with a Friday evening full of live music & great food. For info phone Carrie at (207) 876-3407 or phone the town office at (207) 876-2202 or visit the event Facebook page or town Things to Do list. Event #746 |   Report Update

Richmond Days

Waterfront Park
Richmond, Maine 04357
 Phone: (207) 737-4305

          

Jul 29 thru Jul 30, 2011. The Annual Richmond Days is "Going Hollywood" in 2011 at Richmond Waterfront Park! Activities include Movie Night in the park on Friday night with a 40ft screen, great fun for the family (movie to be announced). Saturday look out for pirate's, cannons, and a pirate ship in our harbor, they will be giving tours, rides and demonstrations. Other activities include, film festival contest, "Oscar" awards for best parade float, magician, music, food and more! More information to be announced! For info phone (207) 737-4305 or Laurisa Loon at (207) 737-8518. Event #1176 |   Report Update

16th Eliot Antique Tractor & Engine Show

2077 State Road
Eliot, Maine 03903
 Phone: (207) 748-3303

          

Jul 29 thru Jul 31, 2011. The 16th year for this family friendly show set on the picturesque 33 acre Raitt Homestead Farm Museum features hundreds of tractors and engines, a working shingle mill, working displays of antique farm equipment, crafts, good food, live entertainment, antique tractor pulls, kids pedal tractor pulls, garden tractor pulling, tractor tour, and many other displays depicting farming life and the machinery used. The hugely popular Raitt Barrel Tractors will be chugging their way around the field. Check website at Title link above for schedules & ticket prices. Event #3163 |   Report Update

Danforth SummerFest


Danforth, Maine 04424
 Phone: (207) 448-2321

          

Jul 29 thru Jul 31, 2011. The Danforth SummerFest returns! There are events Friday night, Saturday and a road rally on Sunday. Last year's events included 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. Event #1946 |   Report Update

Northern Maine Fair

84 Mechanic Street
Presque Isle, Maine
Phone: (207) 769-2258

          

Jul 29 thru Aug 06, 2011. 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. Event #131 |   Report Update

International Homecoming Festival


Calais, Maine
Phone: (207) 454-2308

          

Jul 29 thru Aug 07, 2011. The International Homecoming Festival is a week-long celebration of the friendship shared between Calais, Maine and St. Stephen, New Brunswick. The week includes pageants, concerts, parades, and other family events and ends with a great fireworks show. For info phone (207) 454-2308. Event #140 |   Report Update

Festival of Nations

Deering Oaks
Portland, Maine
Phone: (207) 541-3666

          

Jul 30, 2011. The Annual Greater Portland Festival of Nations at Deering Oaks Park is two days of food, music, dance and other performing arts, representing cultural traditions and exotic cuisines from across America and the world. Two stages of non-stop music and dance performances with an audience of about 15,000. Ethic foods from around the world. This event showcases Maine's ethnic diversity, perpetuates traditions, encourages ethnic understanding, and promotes unity. This year's festival includes an expanded kid's entertainment area including clowns, face painting, exciting games, crafts, train rides and more. From 2 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. For info phone (207) 761-9464. Event #88 |   Report Update

St. Giles Country Fair and Lobster Roll Luncheon

72 Gardiner Road
Jefferson, Maine 04348
 Phone: (207) 549-3869

          

Jul 30, 2011. St. Giles 57th Annual Country Fair and Lobster Roll Luncheon. A traditional Maine summer celebration. Includes auction of local treasures, Lobster-roll luncheon, crafts, books, General Store, White elephant table, Children's Area, Heavenly Home-made pies and other baked goods, Raffle of a Lu Archer lap robe/baby quilt. Event is from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The auction is from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., with viewing beginning at 8:30 a.m. The luncheon is from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Event #4324 |   Report Update

Albion Field Day

Main Street
Albion, Maine
Phone: (207) 859-0268

          

Jul 30, 2011. Albion Field day starts at 10 a.m. with a parade featuring a visit from Smokey the Bear. The field opens behind the Besse Building when parade ends. There will be the Lions Auction and white elephant tables, a baked bean contest, Beano, Chicken BBQ, food booths selling hotdogs, cold drinks, dough boys, and whoopie pies. Kids' games and swings, CHIP Program Child Safety Program, face painting, snow cones, pitching gun with radar and more. The Historical Society will have a display at the Besse Building. Field closes at 4 p.m. For more info see our Facebook page. Event #6434 |   Report Update

Grand Lake Stream Folk Art Festival

Ball Field
Grand Lake Stream, Maine
Phone: (207) 796-8199

          

Jul 30 thru Jul 31, 2011. 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. In 2011 there will be Live entertainment by the University of Maine at Machias Ukelele Band, Mark Tipton Band, Ed Howe, Kathleen Gorey-McSorey, Jim Gallant, New Relm and featuring David Mallett. Events are at the Ball Field. For info phone (207) 796-8199. Event #92 |   Report Update

Upper Kennebec Valley River Festival

Main Street
Bingham, Maine 04920
 Phone: (207) 672-4191

          

Jul 30 thru Jul 31, 2011. The Upper Kennebec Valley River Festival is a celebration of what made our area grow and prosper. This Festival is supported by the communities and organizations up and down the Upper Kennebec Valley Corridor. Crafters, food vendors, Bingo, Bean supper, parade, Duckie Derby Race, Fishing Tournament, Fly tying & Fly casting classes, Family fun and games, Fireworks! are all part of this celebration of the Kennebec River and all it has meant to our livelihood. For more info call the Chamber at (207) 672-4100 or Cyndee Gagnon at (207) 672-4191 or Karen Donahue at (207) 672-3933. Event #4018 |   Report Update

York Days and Lighting of the Nubble

Ocean Avenue
York, Maine
Phone: (207) 363-1040

          

Jul 30 thru Aug 07, 2011. Centered at Short Sands Beach, York Days features local concerts, tournaments, sandcastle building and fairs. Christmas in July and the annual Lighting of the Nubble (July 31st) on York Beach and fireworks display (August 7th). Check the website at the Title link above for the full schedule. Phone (207) 363-1040 for details. Event #102 |   Report Update

Annual Bacon Street Festival


Biddeford, Maine
Phone: (207) 284-9105

          

Jul 31, 2011. The Fourth Annual Bacon Street Festival features food, giveaways, a wide variety of entertainment and more. The Bacon Street Festival is affiliated with the National Family Night Out Program sponsored by Neighborhood Watch. Last year approximately 1,000 plus people attended. The 2011 family festival will include music, an exotic animal exhibit, pony rides by Mustang Rescue, games, food, bouncy houses, and costumed characters, pie and cupcake eating contests, a dunk tank, food, more contests and activities for all ages. No pre registration is required for the contests, just go to the contest site at the correct time. There are no fees for the contests, games, exotic animal exhibit or pony rides, and there are prizes and candy for children. The Ketch Fish Band will perform from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., and BillyBilly from 3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m, when the festival ends. Event #3446 |   Report Update