October Festivals in Maine

Cumberland Fair

197 Blanchard Road
Cumberland, Maine 04103
Phone: (207) 797-2789 Cumberland

Sep 26 thru Oct 02, 2010. The Cumberland Fair features large exhibit halls, midway and livestock exhibits. Also animal pulling events and harness racing. For info phone Gerry Prevost at (207) 797-2789. Map + Directions | Report Update Sep 26, 2010Oct 02, 2010 festivals

Harry's Harvest Ball

Starks, Maine 04911
Phone: (207) 333-6985 Starks

Oct 01 thru Oct 03, 2010. Harry's Harvest Ball is at Harry Brown's Farm, 45 Abijah Hill Road in Starks. Features music, art, dancing, puppets, food vendors, crafters, camping and more. For info phone (207) 333-6985. Map + Directions | Report Update Oct 01, 2010Oct 03, 2010 festivals

Fryeburg Fair

Ballard Road
Fryeburg, Maine 04037
Phone: (207) 935-3268 Fryeburg

Oct 03 thru Oct 10, 2010. It was a chilly day in March of 1851 when a few local farmers and merchants got together and decided to show off their produce, cattle and wares to the community. Since those humble beginnings, Fryeburg Fair has grown to become Maine's largest agricultural fair complete with six days of harness racing, a farm museum second to none, the world's largest steer and oxen show and a reputation known throughout North America. Admission is $8 all days except Saturday, which is $10. Children under 12 are free. For info phone June Hammond at (207) 935-3268. Map + Directions | Report Update Oct 03, 2010Oct 10, 2010 festivals

Damariscotta Pumpkinfest & Regatta

Main Street
Damariscotta, Maine 04543
Phone: (207) 592-6184 Damariscotta

Oct 03 thru Oct 11, 2010. Damariscotta Pumpkinfest & Regatta is a fun-packed week of events. It includes the a pumpkin paddle boat relay and pumpkin motor boat regatta, the GPC-sanctioned giant pumpkin weigh-off, pumpkin catapulting, pumpkin chunkin' by the current USA-record holder, a giant pumpkin parade, two dozen giant 600-pound decorated pumpkins lining Damariscotta's main street, children's activities, a pumpkin cooking contest, pie eating competition, a giant pumpkin drop (in 2009, an old police cruiser was the target from 150 feet!) and more. Map + Directions | Report Update Oct 03, 2010Oct 11, 2010 festivals

26th Annual Harvest Fest

Railroad Avenue
York Beach, Maine 03909
Phone: (207) 363-4422 York Beach

Oct 16 thru Oct 17, 2010. The Annual Harvest Fest includes a variety of activities, live bands, an ox roast, bean hole beans, over 200 juried and marketplace crafters from all over the country and local food vendors. Harvest also includes a corn toss challenge, a POW-WOW, hayrides and much more. It is held on the ball field off of Railroad Avenue. Map + Directions | Report Update Oct 16, 2010Oct 17, 2010 festivals

Annual OgunquitFest

Ogunquit, Maine
Phone: (207) 646-2939 Ogunquit

Oct 22 thru Oct 24, 2010. The Annual OgunquitFest, a weekend festival, includes scarecrow contest, haunted house, classic car show, Bridge to Beach Bed Race, pumpkin decorating, ghost stories, craft bazaar and much more. Sponsored by Ogunquit Chamber of Commerce. For info phone the Ogunquit Chamber of Commerce at (207) 646-2939. Map + Directions | Report Update Oct 22, 2010Oct 24, 2010 festivals

Maine Oyster Fest - Cancelled in 2009

8 Beach Street
York, Maine 03910
Phone: York

Oct 12, 2008. Cancelled in 2009. The Maine Oyster Fest starts at 6 p.m. at the Union Bluff Meeting House on York Beach. Events include an Oyster Shucking competition and an Oyster Luge. Prizes are awarded. | Report Update Oct 12, 2008Oct 12, 2008 festivals

Vinfest

367 Youngtown Road
Lincolnville, Maine 04849
Phone: (207) 763-4478 Lincolnville

Oct 02 thru Oct 03, 2009. Vinfest weekend begins Friday night, October 2, with a ticketed wine dinner-dance. Dinner will be served in the vineyard at Cellardoor Winery. The Saturday, October 3 Vinfest lineup includes a stellar array of food, wine, music and activities for grown-ups. Cellardoor Winery will host grape stomping, a homemade wine competition, wine tastings, lunch prepared and served by Riverfront Barbeque & Grille of Augusta, wine cellar tours, live music all day, farm stands, hot air balloon rides and many other interesting activities. | Report Update Oct 02, 2009Oct 03, 2009 festivals

Bangor Book Festival

145 Harlow Street
Bangor , Maine 04401
Phone: (207) 947-8336 Bangor

Oct 02 thru Oct 03, 2009. The third annual Bangor Book Festival begins on Friday with an address by noted author Douglas Preston. His latest best-seller is The Monster of Florence. Preston will speak following the opening reception at the Isaac Farrar Mansion. Events will take place in Downtown Bangor. Visit us online to see the full 2 day schedule of events and author list. The Bangor Book Festival offers a number of opportunities to meet authors and to participate in providing a rewarding experience for writers and readers alike. | Report Update Oct 02, 2009Oct 03, 2009 festivals

Wild & Scenic Environmental Film Festival

88 Bedford Street
Portland, Maine 04101
Phone: (207) 799-8574 Portland

Oct 03, 2009. Friends of Casco Bay hosts the 2nd annual Wild & Scenic Environmental Film Festival at Abromson Auditorium on the USM campus. An entire evening of movies and great food and help for a great cause. This event, to benefit Friends of Casco Bay, features a selection of award-winning films, food catered by Whole Foods, and a cash bar. Doors open at 4 p.m. $15 in advance/$20 at the door. Last year's Film Festival sold out so get your tickets in advance. Tickets go on sale September 1st online at www.cascobay.org or in person at Whole Foods Market, Portland. | Report Update Oct 03, 2009Oct 03, 2009 festivals

Equest's 5th Annual Family Farm Festival

73 Drown Lane
Lyman, Maine 04002
Phone: (207) 985-0374 Lyman

Oct 03, 2009. You'll find puppets, magic and music at the 5th Annual Equest Family Farm Festival, to benefit the programs of Equest Therapeutic Riding Center. The Festival will be held from 11:00-3:00 at Spring Creek Farm in Lyman. Attendees can also enjoy wagon rides, pony rides and farm games to round out a perfect Autumn day. An array of food concessions will be available. Admission is just $6 for all ages (free for children under 2). | Report Update Oct 03, 2009Oct 03, 2009 festivals

Living History Days - Leonard's Mills

54 Government Road
Bradley, Maine
Phone: (207) 974-6278 Bradley

Oct 03 thru Oct 04, 2009. Experience life in a 1790's colonial village during Living History Days at Leonard's Mills Historic Settlement. Enjoy bateau rides, wagon rides, making homemade cedar shakes, and fresh pressed cider and more. | Report Update Oct 03, 2009Oct 04, 2009 festivals

Annual Sugarloaf Homecoming Weekend

5092 Access Road
Carrabassett Valley, Maine 04947
Phone: (207) 237-2000 Carrabassett Valley

Oct 09 thru Oct 11, 2009. Join Sugarloaf for our annual Homecoming weekend, featuring art shows, open houses, live entertainment on the Beach, Sunrise canoe trip on the north branch of the Dead River, the annual Uphill Climb, plus the CVA Equipment Sale, named the #1 ski swap in the East by Skiing Magazine. Reconnect with friends and learn about all of the offseason improvements here on the mountain. | Report Update Oct 09, 2009Oct 11, 2009 festivals

Mt. Desert Island Fall Celebration, Acadia's Oktoberfest and Food Festival

20 Main Street
Southwest Harbor, Maine
Phone: (207) 244-9264 Southwest Harbor

Oct 10, 2009. The Mt. Desert Island Fall Celebration, Acadia's Oktoberfest and Food Festival, held at Smugglers Den Campground, offers music and entertainment and all Maine products. Twenty three Maine brewers and many craft booths. All under giant tents for rain or shine from 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. For info phone (207) 244-9264 or (800) 423-9264. | Report Update Oct 10, 2009Oct 10, 2009 festivals

Apple Festival

508 Fairbanks Road
Farmington, Maine
Phone: (207) 778-3808 Farmington

Oct 10, 2009. The Apple Festival runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Fairbanks School Neighborhood Association, on Route 4 two miles north of downtown Farmington. A celebration of everything apple! Apple Pressing, crafters, apple/fall novelties, food sale, luncheon, apples for sale, kid's corner. For info phone (207) 778-3808 or 778-4272. | Report Update Oct 10, 2009Oct 10, 2009 festivals

Sunday River Fall Festival Weekend

Sunday River Road and Skiway Road
Newry, Maine
Phone: (207) 824-3000 Newry

Oct 10 thru Oct 11, 2009. The Sunday River Fall Festival is a peak foliage weekend filled with a variety of events and activities including the North American Wife Carrying Championships, Blue Mountain Arts and Crafts Festival, free chairlift rides, chain saw sculpture demonstrations, kids games, horse drawn wagon rides and a free outdoor concert. For info phone (800) 543-2754. | Report Update Oct 10, 2009Oct 11, 2009 festivals

Great Western Maine Chili Cook Off

Waterford, Maine
Phone: (207) 647-3472 Waterford

Oct 11, 2009. The Great Western Maine Chili Cook Off is held in Waterford Town Square. Set-up beings promptly at 11 a.m. Event at approximately noon, following the Waterford Fall Foliage Race. For info phone (207) 647-3472. | Report Update Oct 11, 2009Oct 11, 2009 festivals

Camp Sunshine Maine Pumpkin Festival

Monument Square
Portland, Maine 04101
Phone: (207) 655-3000 Portland

Oct 15 thru Oct 17, 2009. The Camp Sunshine Maine Pumpkin Festival will be held at Monument Square in Portland. We are going to light the night with a tower of pumpkins. There will be great food and music. Runs from noon to 8 p.m.. All proceeds benefit Camp Sunshine, a Maine based national retreat for children with life-threatening illnesses and their families. For info phone (207) 655-3000. | Report Update Oct 15, 2009Oct 17, 2009 festivals

Foliage, Food and Wine Festival

Blue Hill, Maine 04614
Phone: (207) 374-3242 Blue Hill

Oct 15 thru Oct 18, 2009. Come to Blue Hill for the annual Foliage, Food and Wine Festival, an exciting weekend of superb food and drink from area restaurants, chefs and food producers. The event is set amidst the scenically spectacular Blue Hill Peninsula located in the heart of Downeast Maine. For info phone (207) 374-3242. | Report Update Oct 15, 2009Oct 18, 2009 festivals

Harvestfest

York, Maine
Phone: (207) 363-4422 York

Oct 16 thru Oct 18, 2009. 25th Annual Harvestfest in York Village and York Beach. It has live bands, an ox roast, bean hole beans and crafters from all over the country. Harvestfest also includes a SeniorFest, KidsFest, Antique Car Show, a POW-WOW, hayrides and more. For info phone (207) 363-4422. | Report Update Oct 16, 2009Oct 18, 2009 festivals

Fall Festival

Hallowell, Maine
Phone: (207) 622-1350 Hallowell

Oct 16 thru Oct 18, 2009. Autumn on the banks of the Kennebec is a delight at the Hallowell Fall Festival! Scarecrows abound as Hallowell gives thanks to a bountiful harvest with family events galore. For info phone (207) 622-1350. | Report Update Oct 16, 2009Oct 18, 2009 festivals

Harvest Fest

Waterville, Maine
Phone: (207) 680-2055 Waterville

Oct 18, 2009. Head to Castonguay Square in beautiful downtown Waterville for a day of family fun at the Annual Harvest Fest. Hay rides, the annual Jorgensen's 5K Foot Race, family pumpkin carving, live music, farmers' market, and more. Free and open to the public. For info phone (207) 680-2055. | Report Update Oct 18, 2009Oct 18, 2009 festivals

Harvest on the Harbor

46 Commercial Street
Portland, Maine 04101
Phone: (207) 775-2126 Portland

Oct 22 thru Oct 24, 2009. You're invited to experience the flavors our great state has to offer at Harvest on the Harbor presented by the Convention and Visitors Bureau of Greater Portland. Our three-day event will feature seminars, tastings, and exquisite dinners crafter by renowned chefs from Maine and afar. Learn from food experts. Sip fine wines, beer and spirits. Enjoy an authentic culinary experience during on of the most beautiful seasons in Maine. Come stay and enjoy. Portland Hotels. For info phone (207) 775-2126. | Report Update Oct 22, 2009Oct 24, 2009 festivals

Ghostport 2009

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

Oct 23 thru Oct 24, 2009. Bucksport's 1st Annual Ghostport. Be prepared to be scared! | Report Update Oct 23, 2009Oct 24, 2009 festivals

Great Maine Apple Day

294 Crosby Brook Rd
Unity, Maine 04988
Phone: (207) 568-4142 Unity

Oct 24, 2009. Celebrate the history, flavor and tradition of Maine apples at Great Maine Apple Day. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Common Ground Education Center in Unity. For info phone (207) 568-4142. | Report Update Oct 24, 2009Oct 24, 2009 festivals

Saco Spirit Annual Pumpkin-Harvest Festival

Saco, Maine
Phone: (207) 286-3546 Saco

Oct 24, 2009. Annual Saco Spirit Pumpkin-Harvest Festival from noon to 8 p.m. in downtown Saco. Rain date is October 25th. For more info phone (207) 286-3546. | Report Update Oct 24, 2009Oct 24, 2009 festivals

Old Orchard Beach Community Halloween Party

136 Saco Avenue
Old Orchard Beach, Maine
Phone: (207) 934-7790 Old Orchard Beach

Oct 31, 2009. Every year the Old Orchard Beach Fire Department hosts the annual Old Orchard Beach Community Halloween Party. The activities kick-off at 6:15 p.m. with a parade of Halloween goblins. Come to the Public Safety Complex. For info phone (207) 934-7790. | Report Update Oct 31, 2009Oct 31, 2009 festivals

Maine Events - October Festivals

Apple Festival

Great Western Maine Chili Cook Off