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Yarmouth Clam Festival
Yarmouth, Maine
Phone: (207) 846-3984
Jul 16 thru Jul 18, 2010. 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. Map + Directions | Report Update
15th Annual Eliot Antique Tractor & Engine Show
2077 State Road
Eliot, Maine 03903
Phone: (207) 748-3303
Jul 23 thru Jul 25, 2010. The 15th Annual Eliot Antique Tractor & Engine Show features Ferguson Tractors and Associated Engines. Come enjoy a fun filled weekend with the family enjoying kids pedal tractor pulls, tractor parades, working engine displays, shingle mill demonstrations, garden tractor pulling, barrel tractor rides, great food, live entertainment, antique stone boat pulling and an auction. These are just a few of the activities for the weekend. Gates open at 5 p.m. on Thursday July 22nd for exhibitors, crafters and vendors to setup. Exhibitors get in free and receive a welcome packet with a show plaque. Friday the admission gates open at noon. Saturday and Sunday gates open at 7 a.m. Adults are $5pp and children 12 and under are free. Located at 2077 State Rd, Route 103 in picturesque Eliot Maine only 5 miles from the Kittery Outlet Malls and Portsmouth NH. Primitive camping is available. FMI call (207) 748-3303, email Map + Directions | Report Update
Presumpscot River Fest - Cancelled in 2009
Spiers Street
Westbrook, Maine 04092
Phone: (207) 822-6331
Jul 19, 2008. The River Fest will be held every other year. Come back in 2010. Celebrate the Presumpscot River at the Presumpscot River Watershed Coalition (PRWC) Presumpscot River Fest. Join us on the banks of the Presumpscot at Main Street and Riverbank Park from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for live music, food, speakers, guided walks, children activities, educational booths, and an opportunity to launch boats. Also learn about what is going on in the surrounding area to promote the recovery and long term health of the Presumpscot River and its tributaries in a family oriented way. For more info phone Matt Craig at (207) 228-8359. | Report Update
Celebration of the Arts - Cancelled in 2009
132 Seguinland Road
Georgetown, Maine
Phone: (207) 371-9042
Jul 20, 2008. The Georgetown Celebration of the Arts will next occur in 2010. It includes dozens of Georgetown artists who will display and their art. Come enjoy the diversity of art, music, food, and a beautiful setting overlooking Sheepscot Bay. For info phone (207) 371-9042. | Report Update
WERU Full Circle Fair - Cancelled in 2009
1 Mountain Road
Blue Hill, Maine
Phone: (207) 469-6600
Jul 26 thru Jul 27, 2008. Cancelled in 2009. Hoping to return in 2010. Annual Full Circle Summer Fair at the Blue Hill Fairgrounds. Come celebrate community radio with WERU at its biggest party and fundraising event of the year. Featuring hundreds of vendors including artists, crafters, dozens of music performances, a wide variety of foods and non-profit exhibitors. Enjoy the fun and support community radio! For info phone (207) 469-6600. | Report Update
Whatever Family Festival
Gardiner, Maine
Phone:
Jun 19 thru Jul 04, 2009. 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. | Report Update
Kneisel Hall Chamber Music Festival
137 Pleasant Street
Blue Hill, Maine 04614
Phone: (207) 374-2203
Jun 19 thru Aug 23, 2009. 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. | Report Update
Bowdoin International Music Festival
6300 College Station
Brunswick, Maine 04011
Phone: (207) 373-1400
Jun 27 thru Aug 08, 2009. 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. | Report Update
Bar Harbor Music Festival
29 Mount Desert Street
Bar Harbor, Maine 04609
Phone: (207) 288-5744
Jul 01 thru Jul 26, 2009. 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. | Report Update
Bay Chamber Concerts' Summer Music Festival
Rockport, Maine
Phone: (207) 236-2823
Jul 01 thru Aug 27, 2009. 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. | Report Update
Houlton Fair
94 Randall Avenue
Houlton, Maine 04730
Phone: (207) 532-2977
Jul 02 thru Jul 05, 2009. Small fair featuring livestock, crafts, midway and stage entertainment. Phone Lori Weston at (207) 532-2977. | Report Update
Bath Heritage Days
Bath, Maine 04530
Phone: (207) 442-7291
Jul 03 thru Jul 05, 2009. 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. | Report Update
4th of July
Multiple Locations, Maine
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Jul 04, 2009. Celebrate Independence Day in towns all around Maine! | Report Update
Annual Bethel Art Fair
Bethel Hill Common
Bethel, Maine 04217
Phone: (207) 824-2282
Jul 04, 2009. 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. | Report Update
Radiance Arts and Culture Fest
356 Congress Street
Portland, Maine 04101
Phone: (207) 233-0742
Jul 04, 2009. 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. | Report Update
'50s, '60s and '70s Cars and Antique Aeroplane Show
117 Museum Street
Owls Head, Maine
Phone: (207) 594-4418
Jul 04 thru Jul 05, 2009. 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. | Report Update
Oquossoc Strawberry Festival
Oquossoc, Maine
Phone: (207) 864-5364
Jul 09, 2009. The Strawberry Festival at Oquossoc Park in Oquossic features strawberry shortcake, crafts, pies, gifts and entertainment. For info phone (207) 864-5364. | Report Update
Ossipee Valley Fair
291 S. Hiram Road
Hiram, Maine
Phone: (207) 793-8434
Jul 09 thru Jul 12, 2009. 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. | Report Update
East Millinocket Summerfest
East Millinocket, Maine
Phone: (207) 746-9982
Jul 09 thru Jul 12, 2009. 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. | Report Update
Country Fest
342 W. Gray Road
Gray, Maine
Phone: (207) 428-3659
Jul 10 thru Jul 12, 2009. 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. | Report Update
Greek Heritage Festival
186 Bradley Street
Saco, Maine
Phone: (207) 284-5651
Jul 10 thru Jul 12, 2009. 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. | Report Update
Moxie Festival
Lisbon Falls, Maine
Phone:
Jul 10 thru Jul 12, 2009. The Annual Moxie Festival includes a river race, 5K road race, parade, car show, Moxie raffle and more! | Report Update
Maine International Film Festival
93 Main Street
Waterville, Maine
Phone: (207) 861-8138
Jul 10 thru Jul 19, 2009. 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. | Report Update
Norway Arts Festival
Norway, Maine 04268
Phone: (207) 739-6161
Jul 11, 2009. 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. | Report Update
County Gospel Music Festival
Fort Fairfield, Maine
Phone: (207) 472-3802
Jul 11, 2009. 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. | Report Update
Native American Festival and Basketmakers Market
105 Eden Street
Bar Harbor, Maine 04609
Phone: (207) 288-3519
Jul 11, 2009. 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. | Report Update
8th Annual Celebration - West Quoddy Head Visitor Center
South Lubec Road
Lubec, Maine 04652
Phone: (207) 733-2180
Jul 11, 2009. 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. | Report Update
North Atlantic Blues Festival
Park Drive
Rockland, Maine
Phone: (207) 596-6055
Jul 11 thru Jul 12, 2009. 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. | Report Update
Arts in the Park
1 Main Street
Belfast, Maine 04915
Phone:
Jul 11 thru Jul 12, 2009. 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. Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. | Report Update
Quietside Flamingo Festival
Southwest Harbor, Maine
Phone: (207) 244-3713
Jul 11 thru Jul 13, 2009. 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. | Report Update
Maine Potato Blossom Festival
Main Street
Fort Fairfield, Maine 04742
Phone: (207) 472-3802
Jul 11 thru Jul 19, 2009. The 9 day Maine Potato Blossom Festival features farmer olympics, road races, arts & crafts, fireworks, river races, mashed potato wrestling. This year featuring Maine's Own Comedian Juston McKinney. Lots of fun for the entire family. | Report Update
Sebago Long-Lake Music Festival
162 Deertrees Road
Harrison, Maine 04040
Phone: (207) 583-6747
Jul 14 thru Aug 11, 2009. The Sebago Long-Lake Music Festival is held on Tuesday evenings at the Deertrees Theatre. For info and tickets phone (207) 583-6747. | Report Update
Maine Windjammer Parade
Park Drive
Rockland, Maine
Phone: (800) 807-9463
Jul 17, 2009. 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 | Report Update
Rock the Valley Music Festival
160 7th Avenue
Madawaska, Maine 04756
Phone: (207) 728-4439
Jul 17 thru Jul 18, 2009. 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. | Report Update
Danforth SummerFest
Danforth, Maine 04424
Phone: (207) 448-2321
Jul 17 thru Jul 18, 2009. 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. | Report Update
Maine Celtic Celebration
1 Main Street
Belfast, Maine
Phone: (207) 338-2692
Jul 17 thru Jul 19, 2009. 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. | Report Update
Waterford World's Fair
North Waterford, Maine
Phone: (207) 514-0333
Jul 17 thru Jul 19, 2009. 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 childrens activities and contests for all ages. Entry fee is $5 per person with children 5 and under free. | Report Update
Waterville Intown Arts Fest
Waterville, Maine
Phone: (207) 680-2055
Jul 18, 2009. 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
Old Hallowell Day
Hallowell, Maine
Phone: (207) 620-7477
Jul 18, 2009. Old Hallowell Day is an annual festival celebrating life in Maine's smallest city. For info phone (207) 620-7477. | Report Update
Mollyockett Day
Bethel, Maine 04217
Phone: (207) 824-3575
Jul 18, 2009. The annual Mollyockett Day is a community event including the Mollyocket Day Classic Road Race, parade, frog jumping contest, crowning of "Princess" Mollyockett, community band concert, ARTirondack chair auction & raffle, great duck race, craft show, plenty of food & games, evening concert, fireworks, and much more. From 9 a.m. to fireworks at night on the historic Bethel Common. | Report Update
BRCA Belgrade Lake Day Aquafest
Belgrade, Maine 04918
Phone: (207) 495-6039
Jul 18, 2009. 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. | Report Update
Alfred Old Home Days - Antique Tractor Show
31 Ricker Road
Alfred, Maine (207) 457-2117
Phone:
Jul 18 thru Jul 19, 2009. 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. | Report Update
Antique Auto Days
Boothbay Railway Village
Boothbay, Maine
Phone: (207) 633-4727
Jul 18 thru Jul 19, 2009. Over 250 restored and running antique autos. Sunday parade through Boothbay Harbor. Awards, raffles and prizes. Phone (207) 633-4727 for details. | Report Update
Native American PowWow
400 Mile Rd
Wells, Maine
Phone: (603) 528-3005
Jul 18 thru Jul 19, 2009. 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. | Report Update
Fishermen's Day
Stonington, Maine (207) 348-6980
Phone: (207) 348-6980
Jul 19, 2009. 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. | Report Update
Family Fun Festival
Main Street
Sanford, Maine 04073
Phone: (207) 324-6025
Jul 19, 2009. Come and Join us for the first ever Family Fun Festival to benefit The Children's Center at Gowen Park in Sanford. We will kick off the day with a bike parade for the kids. Following the parade will be a free concert in the gazebo. In the park below over 15 local organizations and community partners will be having crafts, games, and fun for children of all ages, including a children's preformer called "Little Melodies" and a Wildlife Encounters Zoo sponsored by Kennebunk Savings Bank. Come and check us out on July 19th from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. | Report Update
Richmond Days 2009
Main Street
Richmond, Maine 04357
Phone: (207) 737-4305
Jul 20 thru Jul 26, 2009. Richmond Days 2009 is themed "Where the Future Meets the Past." For info phone (207) 737-4305 or O'Neil LaPlante at (207) 737-8518. | Report Update
Central Maine Egg Festival
Crosby Street
Pittsfield, Maine
Phone: (207) 257-4209
Jul 21 thru Jul 25, 2009. 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 info phone Sherri at (207) 257-3877 or (207) 257-4209. | Report Update
Mt. Desert Festival of Chamber Music
Main Street
Northeast Harbor, Maine 04662
Phone: (207) 276-3988
Jul 21 thru Aug 18, 2009. The Mt. Desert Festival of Chamber Music presents chamber music at its best in an intimate setting. Much of the aura, which is both informal and serious, is due to the ambiance of the Neighborhood House, whose fine acoustics and old world charm add much to the intimacy of communication upon which chamber music thrives. For info phone (207) 276-3988. | Report Update
Casco Days
Casco, Maine
Phone:
Jul 23 thru Jul 25, 2009. 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. | Report Update
Thoreau-Wabanaki Festival
5 Lake View Street
Greenville, Maine 04441
Phone: (207) 695-3705
Jul 23 thru Jul 25, 2009. 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. | Report Update
Ossipee Valley Bluegrass Festival
291 S. Hiram Road
Hiram, Maine
Phone: (207) 625-8656
Jul 23 thru Jul 26, 2009. The Ossipee Valley Bluegrass Festival features the New England Flat Picking and Banjo Championships and much more. The 2009 line-up includes the Steeldrivers, Cadillac Sky, the Gibson Brothers, John Jorgensen Quintet, Chris Hillman and Herb Pedersen, Ray Legere and Acoustic Horizon, Bluegrass Gospel Project and more. For info phone (207) 625-8656. | Report Update
Pittston Fair
Route 194
Pittston, Maine
Phone: (207) 549-5102
Jul 23 thru Jul 26, 2009. Small, family oriented country fair with midway, animal-pulling events and children's games. For info phone (207) 549-5102. | Report Update
Logging Museum Festival Days
Rangeley, Maine
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Jul 24 thru Jul 25, 2009. 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. | Report Update
Farmington Strawberry Festival and Art in the Park
Farmington, Maine
Phone: (207) 778-6772
Jul 24 thru Jul 25, 2009. The Farmington Strawberry Festival and Art in the Park features a clearance and sidewalk sale at downtown stores, a Chicken BBQ, and a 5K road race on Friday. Also on Friday, find a juried arts show in Meetinghouse Park and a variety of entertainers. For info phone Mike at 207) 778-6772 ext. 4102. | Report Update
Deer Isle Jazz Festival
School Street
Stonington, Maine
Phone: (207) 367-2788
Jul 24 thru Jul 26, 2009. The Annual Deer Isle Jazz Festival is held at the Stonington Opera House on School Street in Stonington. For info and tickets phone (207) 367-2788. | Report Update
County Bluegrass Festival
119 West Limestone Road
Fort Fairfield, Maine 04742
Phone: (207) 227-6242
Jul 24 thru Jul 26, 2009. Family Bluegrass Music Festival at F.A.R.M Park. Featuring: Little Roy Lewis & Lizzy Long, White Mountain Bluegrass, Blistered Fingers, The Douthwrights, The Muellers, Blue Horizon, Borderline Bluegrass, Aroostook County Bluegrass, The LaClaire's and Gospel Sing Along. | Report Update
York Days and Lighting of the Nubble
Ocean Avenue
York, Maine
Phone:
Jul 24 thru Aug 03, 2009. 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 is on York Beach on July 26. There are Fireworks on Saturday, July 25. Phone (207) 363-1040 for details. | Report Update
Festival of Nations
Deering Oaks
Portland, Maine
Phone: (207) 761-9464
Jul 25, 2009. The Annual Greater Portland Festival of Nations at Deering Oaks Park is a day 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. From 2 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. For info phone (207) 761-9464. | Report Update
Piscataquis River Festival
Guilford, Maine 04443
Phone: (207) 876-2053
Jul 25, 2009. The Annual Piscataquis River Festival is a great, community-wide summer event in Guilford, Maine. For info phone Michelle at (207) 876-2053 or phone the town office at (207) 876-2202. | Report Update
26th Annual Friendship Days
Main Street and Friendship Harbor
Friendship, Maine 04547
Phone: (207) 542-0848
Jul 25, 2009. Annual Friendship Days. For 1and 5K Foot Races phone Brenda Baird at (207) 832-5168. Recognized as one of the best Races! Pancake Breakfast, Parade Theme and lots of Music. Dedicated to all chorus and musical groups. Antique and classic cars, historical displays, chorus groups,bands, bicycles, horses and floats are welcome to join us. Contact Susie Simmons at 354-2105. Bake and Craft tables, Arts displays, Children's events and activities, concession stands, Famous Friendship Fire Dept Lobster Rolls,and softball tournament. Lobster Boat Races-Contact Wesley Lash at 832-4587. Come and watch them race towards the title of the fastest working lobster boat. Bus shuttles. Musical Entertainment-Midcoast Community Band, Auction-Contact Mary Genthner at 832-4520. Chicken BBQ-For pre-orders contact Susie Simmons at 354-2105. Fireworks at 9 p.m. from the Friendship Harbor (rain date July 26). Come by boat or by land. For general info phone (207) 542-0848. | Report Update
Grand Lake Stream Folk Art Festival
Grand Lake Stream, Maine
Phone: (207) 796-8199
Jul 25 thru Jul 26, 2009. 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. For info phone (207) 796-8199. | Report Update
East Benton Fiddle Fest
East Benton, Maine
Phone: (207) 453-2017
Jul 26, 2009. The East Benton Fiddler's Convention (at the 1st farm on Richards Road) is Maine's oldest music festival. The Fiddle Fest features premier fiddle and bluegrass talents from across the state. For info phone (207) 453-2017. | Report Update
Maine Farm Day - Shaker Village
707 Shaker Road
New Gloucester, Maine 04260
Phone: (207) 926-4597
Jul 26, 2009. Shaker Village opens at 12:00 p.m. on Maine Farm Day as part of this state-wide celebration of Maine agriculture. Enjoy wagon rides and barn tours, Scottish Highland cattle and sheep. The Shaker Store and Museum Center will be open. Visit the herb department and gardens, and enjoy a barbecue meal. For info phone (207) 926-4597. | Report Update
Schoodic Arts Festival
427 Main Street
Winter Harbor, Maine
Phone: (207) 963-2569
Jul 27 thru Aug 09, 2009. The Annual Schoodic Arts Festival is a two week celebration of arts and culture, including 65 workshops, 26 evening performances, free brown bag lunchtime performances, an art show, a silent auction, and much, much more. Most events occur at Hammond Hall. Phone (207) 963-2569 for details. | Report Update
Upper Kennebec Valley River Festival
Bingham, Maine
Phone: (207) 672-4900
Jul 29 thru Aug 02, 2009. The Upper Kennebec Valley River Festival in downtown Bingham features crafters, artisans, activities, displays and demonstrations that young and old alike will enjoy. For info phone (207) 672-4900. | Report Update
Northern Maine Fair
84 Mechanic Street
Presque Isle, Maine
Phone: (207) 769-2258
Jul 31 thru Aug 08, 2009. 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. | Report Update
Bangor State Fair
Bangor, Maine
Phone: (207) 947-5555
Jul 31 thru Aug 09, 2009. 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. | Report Update
International Homecoming Festival
Calais, Maine
Phone: (207) 454-2308
Jul 31 thru Aug 09, 2009. 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. | Report Update