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Windsor Fair

100 Ridge Road
Windsor, Maine
Phone: (207) 549-7121

          

Aug 26 thru Sep 03, 2012. The Windsor Fair is a large progressive fair with extensive agricultural, crafts and art exhibits. Large midway, animal pulling events, harness racing and mechanical pulls. For info phone Lincoln Orff at (207) 549-7121. Event #110   Map + Directions   |   Report Update

Blue Hill Fair

1 Mountain Road
Blue Hill, Maine 04614
 Phone: (207) 374-3701

          

Aug 30 thru Sep 03, 2012. This is a "Down to Earth" Country Fair always scheduled Labor Day Weekend. The Blue Hill Fair showcases the best of Maine Agriculture, while providing carnival thrills, a great selection of food and displays, and major entertainment (past headliners include Faith Hill, Charlie Daniels, 38 Special, and Diamond Rio). For info Contact Robert Eaton at (207) 374-3701. Event #71   Map + Directions   |   Report Update

Springfield Fair

Route 169
Springfield, Maine 04455
 Phone: (207) 738-2888

          

Aug 31 thru Sep 03, 2012. The Springfield Fair features a stage show, animal pulling events, antique auto, midway and livestock exhibits. For info phone Kirk Ritchie at (207) 738-2888. Event #111   Map + Directions   |   Report Update

Capriccio


Ogunquit, Maine
Phone: (207) 646-6170

          

Sep 03 thru Sep 16, 2012. Capriccio is a town-wide festival of art, music, poetry, ballet, live theater, concerts, design at various venues and architectural tours. Includes the annual Capriccio Festival of Kites on September 8th (typically starting in the morning, with a mass ascension at noon). Sponsored by Ogunquit Rotary Club & Ogunquit Performing Arts. For info phone (207) 646-2261 or (207) 646-6170. Event #168   Map + Directions   |   Report Update

Lewiston/Auburn Greek Festival

155 Hogan Road
Lewiston, Maine 04240
 Phone: (207) 783-6795

          

Sep 06 thru Sep 08, 2012. The Lewiston/Auburn Greek Festival features Greek folk music and dancing, a wide variety of Greek foods, a bazaar, book store, and games for kids. Thursday 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Friday/Saturday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. For info phone (207) 783-6795. Event #158   Map + Directions   |   Report Update

Clinton Lions Fair


Clinton, Maine 04927
 Phone: (207) 474-8287

          

Sep 06 thru Sep 09, 2012. The Clinton Lions Fair has a family atmosphere and includes a midway, animal pulling events, mechanical pulls, exhibits and stage entertainment. For info phone Jon Whitten at (207) 426-8013 or (207) 474-8287. Event #147   Map + Directions   |   Report Update

International Seaplane Fly-In


Greenville, Maine 04441
 Phone: (207) 534-8893

          

Sep 06 thru Sep 09, 2012. The International Seaplane Fly-In is the weekend after Labor Day. There are Float Plane Competitions, Educational Exhibits, the Moosehead Lake Region's largest Craft Fair, food and more. Land and float plane pilots from all over the world fly to our waters to enjoy this yearly tradition at Moosehead. For info phone (207) 534-8893. Event #169   Map + Directions   |   Report Update

2012 Samboree - Fryeburg Fairgrounds

Ballard Road
Fryeburg, Maine
Phone: (207) 651-3133

          

Sep 07 thru Sep 09, 2012. Maine Good Sam Club Samboree (RV Rally) at the Fryeburg Fairgrounds. Open to all. A great time with games, entertainment, and a chance to share the RV lifestyle. Many are unaware that these events in the past 8 years have raised over $21,000 for Maine charities plus what local chapters accomplish. Event #2058   Map + Directions   |   Report Update

Eastport Pirate Festival


Eastport, Maine
Phone: (207) 853-4343

          

Sep 07 thru Sep 09, 2012. Annual Eastport Pirate Festival on the Historic Waterfront. The most exciting and colorful event on the coast of Maine. Thousand of Pirates, The Pirates Ball, Pirate Ship Race, Pirate Parade, Pirates Bed Race are just a few of the events to be enjoyed. A great fun filled weekend for the entire family with many events scheduled for children. For info phone (207) 853-4343 or the Chamber of Commerce at 853-4644. Event #1296   Map + Directions   |   Report Update

Harvest Hoot 2012 Festival - Camden Snow Bowl

Hosmer Pond Road and Barnestown Road
Camden, Maine 04843
 Phone: (207) 236-9800

          

Sep 08, 2012. Harvest Hoot 2012 is a day of music, entertainment, activities and great food for the whole family on the mountainside at the Snow Bowl in Camden. Four live bands on the main stage and several acoustic acts on the side stage keep the music going all day. Grammy-nominated children's entertainer Judy Pancoast opens the show in the morning. Local Food vendors offer up tasty fare. Tons of children's activities. Chair lifts running throughout the event for rides to the top of the mountain. Harvest Hoot 2012 is a fundraiser for Five Town Communities That Care. Event #9213   Map + Directions   |   Report Update

New Portland Lions Fair

North New Portland
New Portland, Maine 04958
 Phone: (207) 566-5722

          

Sep 14 thru Sep 16, 2012. The New Portland Lions Fair in North New Portland is a great way to end the summer. Midway, exhibit hall, animal pulling events, crafts and livestock exhibits. For info phone John Duff at (207) 566-5722. Event #156   Map + Directions   |   Report Update

Common Ground Country Fair


Unity, Maine 04988
 Phone: (207) 568-4142

          

Sep 21 thru Sep 23, 2012. The Common Ground Country Fair is a celebration of rural life. It features demonstrations, Maine organic produced foods and crafts and livestock exhibits. Complete info & schedule online at the Title link above. For more info contact the Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association at (207) 568-4142 or email commonground@mofga.org. Event #72   Map + Directions   |   Report Update

OOB Autumn Celebration

Memorial Park
Old Orchard Beach, Maine 04064
 Phone: (207) 590-4201

          

Sep 22, 2012. Annual OOB Autumn Celebration with food, music and lots more fun in Memorial Park including crafters, a farmers' market, petting zoo, face painting and pumpkin carving. The festival is from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Afterwards (if 2012 is the same as 2011), come to the beach for a beach BBQ and bonfire. Free admission to the festival while the BBQ dinner (if happening) is fee-based. Call Sharri at (207) 590-4201 to confirm 2012 event details. Event #5581   Map + Directions   |   Report Update

Cumberland Fair

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

          

Sep 23 thru Sep 29, 2012. 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. Event #154   Map + Directions   |   Report Update

Damariscotta Pumpkinfest & Regatta

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

          

Sep 29 thru Oct 06, 2012. 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 on Sep. 30 at Pinkham's Plantation (at 431 Biscay Road with a total prize purse of $10,000), 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. Check the Title link above for a complete schedule and details. Event #3359   Map + Directions   |   Report Update

Fryeburg Fair

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

          

Sep 30 thru Oct 07, 2012. 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 $10. Children under 12 are free. For info phone June Hammond at (207) 935-3268. Event #153   Map + Directions   |   Report Update

Camden Windjammer Festival


Camden, Maine 04843
 Phone: (207) 236-4404

          

Sep 02 thru Sep 04, 2011. The Camden Windjammer Festival, also see Windjammer Association Event List is a community-led celebration of Camden's maritime heritage and living traditions. From the great age of sail when four, five, and even six-masted schooners were launched into Camden Harbor, through the birth of the windjammer business here in the 1930s and continuing with the elegant yachts that visit or call Camden home every summer, sailing ships have always defined this gorgeous community where the mountains meet the sea. This year's festival takes on special significance, as the Camden community recognizes not just what makes it unique but also the important role maritime heritage plays in shaping the lives of all who live here. And, most of all, to celebrate it! Events occur at the Public Landing, at the Harbor and Harbor Park and Downtown. (Note: This event appears formerly to have been called Windjammer Weekend.) Event #2559 |   Report Update

Harmony Free Fair

Route 154
Harmony, Maine 04942
 Phone: (207) 683-5873

          

Sep 02 thru Sep 05, 2011. The Harmony Free Fair is a small, licensed fair with rides, crafts, food, motor sports and animals. Fireworks Sunday evening and parade Monday morning. No admission fee. For info phone Mel Chadbourne at (207) 683-5873. Event #112 |   Report Update

MVLT River Festival

Main Street
Waldoboro, Maine 04572
 Phone: (207) 832-5570

          

Sep 03, 2011. The Medomak Valley Land Trust's fifth annual River Festival will take place on Saturday, September 3. A 5K road race will kick off the festival which features a local food picnic, music by Mid-coast Maine's own steel drum band, Steelin' Thunder, boat building, a vegetable contest, a critter corner and touch tank for kids, and farmers, artisans, and conservation groups from throughout the Medomak River watershed. There's something fun for the whole family. River Festival will be held Saturday September 3 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Waldoboro Village parking lot behind Waltz's Pharmacy. The 5k race will begin at 8 a.m. with registration starting at 7:30 a.m. Admission to the festival is free. The MVLT was established in 1991 to preserve the natural, recreational, scenic and traditional land-use values of the Medomak River watershed. Event #2431 |   Report Update

Eastport Salmon Festival


Eastport, Maine
Phone: (207) 853-4644

          

Sep 03 thru Sep 04, 2011. The Salmon Festival will be held in downtown Eastport, Maine on Saturday & Sunday, Sep. 3 & 4 in 2011. Salmon Sunday features a Salmon dinner from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p..m. and boat cruises to the salmon pens. Other events will be a nature/birding cruise, the Salmon Race and walk. Event #165 |   Report Update

North Country Intertribal Pow-wow

934 Elm Street
Newport, Maine 04953
 Phone: (207) 368-5287

          

Sep 03 thru Sep 05, 2011. This three day event gives the general public an opportunity to experience some of the Native American Indian Culture and what it has to offer including drumming, crafts, food, art, storytelling, music, dancers from around the country, and a tomahawk throwing contest. Camping is free with paid daily admission. Gates open at 10 a.m. Grand Entry is at Noon. Closing ceremonies are at 5 p.m. Admission: $5 per adult per day. Children under 16 free with paid adult. Event #3248 |   Report Update

Celebrate Bowdoinham Festival


Bowdoinham, Maine 04008
 Phone: (207) 666-3872

          

Sep 09 thru Sep 10, 2011. The Bowdoinham waterfront and village center are full of action at the Celebrate Bowdoinham Festival. Favorite events from the past and new attractions are all part of a great day's schedule. Celebrate Bowdoinham starts Friday at 7 p.m. with a Concert at the gazebo by Justin Crouse and Friends. Saturday starts off with the Chicken Run (5K Road Race) beginning at the Community School. Then at 10 a.m. the Celebrate Bowdoinham Parade kicks off at the Fire Station, a long procession of floats, personalities, organizations, horseback riders, fire trucks, the ever popular Kora cars, the Ziggurat Theater Ensemble, Veterans, Drum and Bugle Corps. The parade travels from Post Road to Main Street, then down Main Street to River Road and up Ridge Road. After the Parade, the activities start at the waterfront-rides, exhibits, contests and great food and music- something for everyone!! A climbing wall/bungee jumping unit and an inflatable universe will be major attractions all day. The Bowdoinham Public Library's annual Book Sale also is happening. The Bowdoinham Historical Society will exhibit objects and photos and publications and the Fire Dep't will have a bean supper from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Rain date is Sept. 11. Event #6976 |   Report Update

Litchfield Fair

44 Plains Road
Litchfield, Maine 04252
 Phone: (207) 353-8105

          

Sep 09 thru Sep 11, 2011. The Litchfield Fair has a large midway, agricultural exhibits, livestock, and animal pulling events. For info phone Charles Smith at (207) 353-8105. Event #148 |   Report Update

Brewer Days

318 Wilson Street
Brewer, Maine 04412
 Phone: (207) 989-5199

          

Sep 09 thru Sep 11, 2011. Annual Brewer Days at the Brewer Auditorium Complex. Events will include Lobster Dinner, Family Street Dance & Block Party, Fireworks, Pancake Breakfast, Giant Yard Sale, Children's Carnival & Activities, Musical Entertainment, Pony Rides, Children's Money Grab, Giant Water Slide, Car Show, and Free Public Skate. Schedule will be available the last of August on the city website at the Title link above. Event #2566 |   Report Update

Franco-American Family Festival


Waterville, Maine
Phone: (207) 680-4200

          

Sep 11, 2011. The City of Waterville hosts its Annual Franco-American Family Festival with speciality food vendors and artisans plus Franco-American plays and music. The festival offers specialty foods to support non-profit vendors; an antique car show; children's activities and prizes; a Tourtiere Pie Contest, with a local celebrity chef judging the contest; and live music and dance by well-known bands. If you would like to participate in the Tourtiere Pie Contest, please bring your pie at the start of the festival (noon) on Sunday. For info phone (207) 680-4200. Event #314 |   Report Update

Oxford County Fair

668 Pottle Road
Oxford, Maine 04268
 Phone: (207) 743-9594

          

Sep 11 thru Sep 18, 2011. The Oxford County Fair has livestock shows, animal pulling events, midway, crafts, exhibits and a new harness racing track. For info phone Susanne Grover at (207) 743-9594. Event #157 |   Report Update

Trail's End Festival

Veterans Memorial Park
Millinocket, Maine 04462
 Phone: (207) 723-4443

          

Sep 16 thru Sep 18, 2011. The final festival in the thru hiker's guide to the Appalachian Trail is the Trail's End Festival, celebrating Katahdin and region with music, food, arts and crafts, horseshoe tournament, water activities, public suppers and kids activities. Drug-free and alcohol-free family festival sponsored by Katahdin Area Chamber of Commerce. For info phone (207) 723-4443. Event #1153 |   Report Update

Mt. Desert Island Garlic Festival

20 Main Street
Southwest Harbor, Maine
Phone: (207) 288-0269

          

Sep 17, 2011. The MDI Garlic Festival at Smugglers Den Campground has grown into a gathering of numerous local restaurants, musicians, brewers and garlic growers, drawing more than 800 people to the event. Most importantly, the festival has raised thousands of dollars for local non-profit organizations. Event runs from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Rain date is the following day. For info phone (207) 288-0269. Event #161 |   Report Update

14th Annual Bethel Harvest Fest and Chowdah Cookoff


Bethel, Maine
Phone: (207) 824-2282

          

Sep 17, 2011. The 14th Annual Bethel Harvestfest & Chowdah Cookoff is sure to be a hit with the whole family. Mouth-watering chowders & apple pies, chainsaw-carving, arts & crafts show, local music, horse-drawn wagon rides, fly-tying and casting, UAAA two-fly contest & drift boat competition, apple picking, canoeing, kayaking, hiking trails, and more - a fun family festival! Activities take place on and adjacent to the Bethel Common. For info phone (207) 824-2282. Event #361 |   Report Update

Open Lighthouse Day


Multiple Locations, Maine
Phone:

          

Sep 17, 2011. The U.S. Coast Guard, the State of Maine and the American Lighthouse Foundation are pleased to announce the third annual Open Lighthouse Day, an open house of Maine lighthouses and the largest effort of its kind in the nation. The event is designed to provide access to the public to all participating lighthouses on that one day. Event #2371 |   Report Update

Morrill Harvest Festival

2 S. Main Street
Morrill, Maine 04952
 Phone: (207) 342-2421

          

Sep 17, 2011. Morrill Harvest Festival is a small town event starting with a Parade at 10 a.m., followed by farm stand and crafts, kids games, lumberjack contest and a chicken barbeque at 1 p.m. Event #6988 |   Report Update

3rd Annual Wells Family Jamboree

1054 Branch Road
Wells, Maine 04090
 Phone: (207) 646-2451

          

Sep 17, 2011. Family Jamboree is a fun event for the entire family. Hayrides, apple picking, pumpkins, games, prizes, craft vendors, great food and more. Jamboree is held at the Spiller Farm on Route 9A and sponsored by the Wells Chamber of Commerce. Parking and Admission are free. Event #5545 |   Report Update

14th Annual Fall in the Village Art & Music Festival

95 Main Street
Freeport, Maine 04033
 Phone: (207) 865-1212

          

Sep 17, 2011. View the works of a variety of artists and artisans. This year's Art Festival is to big for just one location so it will be held all throughout the Freeport downtown village, starting at Discovery Park. It's a day to please the senses. Breath pure Fall air, delight at the visual experience, hear great live music, enjoy delectable refreshments, and be thoroughly entertained! Make it a day, or better yet, make it a weekend. Enjoy the company of great artists, stay at some of the best lodging in the state, indulge yourself with Freeport's fine dining and have some time to get in a little shopping, too! It's all at the 14th Annual Fall in the Village Art & Music Festival. Starts at 9 a.m. with free music from noon to 4 p.m. Event #3912 |   Report Update

Annual Barks in the Park - Gardiner Waterfront Park


Gardiner, Maine
Phone: (207) 582-3100

          

Sep 17, 2011. On Saturday, September 17th, the Gardiner Waterfront Park will host the 2nd Annual Barks in the Park. The day will be filled with events, demonstrations and a dog-walk through historic Downtown Gardiner. This event is not only to promote Gardiner as a dog friendly community, but to get the word out about some of the dog rescue groups in the area. Rescue groups, vendors, an agility trainer, and the Maine State Police K9 unit will all be in attendance at the event. Events include Ambassador Assistance Animals International Demo (10:30 a.m.), Maine State Police K9 Demo (11:30 a.m.), Agility Fun with Your Dog (12 p.m.), Petsmart Dog Trick demo (1 p.m.) There are no fees are associated with any of the events or activities. Donations will be accepted on site for the development of a new dog park in Gardiner. Questions on the event can be directed to info@gardinermainstreet.org or call 207-582-3100. Event is from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Event #6925 |   Report Update

4x4 Mud Fest

Route 194
Pittston, Maine
Phone: (207) 582-1856

          

Sep 17 thru Sep 18, 2011. 4x4 Mud Fest at the Pittston Fairgrounds on Route 194 in Pittston. For info phone (207) 582-1856. Event #2011 |   Report Update

Seventh Annual Fall Festival

976 Saddleback Road
Rangeley, Maine 04970
 Phone: (207) 864-5671

          

Sep 18, 2011. Join us on Saddleback Mountain for the Seventh Annual Saddleback Fall Festival on September 18, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Festival will include an Art Show & Sale, crafters, music, BBQ on the deck, pie eating contest, 2011-2012 Season Passes at special pre-season rates, pumpkins for the kids and more. Event #4433 |   Report Update

Farmington Fair

Franklin Avenue and High Street
Farmington, Maine 04938
 Phone: (207) 778-6083

          

Sep 18 thru Sep 24, 2011. The Farmington Fair has a large midway, exhibit halls, livestock exhibits, animal pulling events and harness racing. For info phone Neal Yeaton at (207) 778-6083. Event #155 |   Report Update

Eliot Festival Day


Eliot, Maine
Phone: (207) 439-5033

          

Sep 23 thru Sep 25, 2011. Eliot Festival Day features crafts, food vendors, entertainment and a 5K road race. The Town of Eliot calendar (find it via the Title link above) shows that events are to be scheduled on Friday, Saturday and Sunday in 2011 (although historically the event is held just on the last Saturday in September). The schedule still needs to be determined, so for more info phone (207) 439-5033. Event #206 |   Report Update

Maine Starlight Festival


Multiple Locations, Maine
Phone: (207) 244-9477

          

Sep 23 thru Oct 02, 2011. The Island Astronomy Institute presents the Maine Starlight Festival. This is "a statewide celebration to promote the enjoyment and protection of Maine's stellar night sky as a valuable natural resource through science, education, and the arts." Featuring events provided by the Astronomy Clubs, Planetariums, Science Centers, and other Leading Members of Maine's Starlit Communities. For more info email info@islandastro.org. Event #3171 |   Report Update

Punkinfiddle and National Estuaries Day Celebration

342 Laudholm Farm Road
Wells, Maine
Phone: (207) 646-4521

          

Sep 24, 2011. Punkinfiddle and National Estuaries Day at Laudholm Farm Reserve, 342 Laudholm Farm Road. Music, crafts, great food and lots of fun and learning for the entire family. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For info phone (207) 646-4521. Event #541 |   Report Update

Apple Pumpkin Festival

1 Foundry Road
Livermore Falls, Maine 04235
 Phone: (207) 897-5349

          

Sep 24, 2011. The Apple Pumpkin Festival is a cultural celebration and harvest festival held on the last Saturday of September in Livermore Falls, Maine. This year your family, friends and neighbors will be gathering on September 24th from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the Livermore Falls Recreation Fields to celebrate Fall in the Central Androscoggin River Valley. Sponsored by the Jay, Livermore, Livermore Falls Chamber of Commerce, the 2011 Apple Pumpkin Festival will feature a variety of vendors and craft artisans, agricultural products, historical and educational displays, seasonal decorations, antique tractors, raffles and plenty of food all day long! There will be local musicians entertaining throughout the day - many of your favorites are returning again this year. Also returning, is the infamous Tiger Slide, as well as the Bounce House, Rat Race, Climbing Wall and Bungee Jump! Rain Date October 15th. Event #2017 |   Report Update

Monmouth Apple Fest

748 Main Street
Monmouth, Maine 04259
 Phone: (207) 933-2287

          

Sep 24, 2011. The annual Monmouth Apple Fest offers fun for the whole family in this historic communty. We'll be celebrating AppleFest at the Museum this year with special activities for adults and children. Boy Scout Lunch Counter, Apple Pie Cafe, museum buildings open, apple exhibits, Barrel Car rides, wagon rides, and much more! For info phone (207) 933-2287. Event #1195 |   Report Update

Cornish Apple Festival

Route 2
Cornish, Maine
Phone: (207) 625-4993

          

Sep 24, 2011. Each year, the Cornish Apple Festival is held on the last Saturday in September, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the center of Cornish village in historic Thompson Park and features more than this season's apples, freshly pressed cider and other products from local growers and New England crafters. Event #2037 |   Report Update

The Great Divide and Blueberry and Bulb Fest - McLaughlin Garden

97 Main Street
South Paris, Maine 04281
 Phone: (207) 743-8820

          

Sep 24, 2011. What a great opportunity abounds by combining a gardeners dream with an opportunity to enjoy some late season Blueberries and Bulbs. The Great Divide is a fall plant sale for which you bring the inventory! People bring in plants that have outgrown their places or have seeded beyond your desired garden design. The Blueberry and Bulb Fest is a great way to celebrate blueberries and blubs together at this fun, family-oriented festival. There will be activities, blueberry themed bake sale, restaurant tastings and plant and bulb sales. Event is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Event #7043 |   Report Update

Shaker Hill Apple Festival

Shaker Hill Road
Alfred, Maine 04002
 Phone: (207) 324-1137

          

Sep 24 thru Sep 25, 2011. Shaker Hill Apple Festival features a juried art & craft fair, yard sales, book sales, silent auction, wagon rides, Shaker Museum exhibits, apple picking, food booths, children's activities, antique car rides, pig raffle and music. Free admission and parking. Benefits York County Shelter Programs, Friends of Alfred Shaker Museum, and Giles Family Farm. Event is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days. Event #4189 |   Report Update

Pemaquid Oyster Festival

Main Street
Damariscotta, Maine 04543
 Phone: (207) 380-9912

          

Sep 25, 2011. A celebration of the working waterfront featuring the Damariscotta River's bounty of fresh oysters at Schooner Landing in Damariscotta. Day long music, poetry contest, touch tank, shucking contest, educational exhibits, boat rides to oyster beds. Oysters available raw on the half shell, cooked in a variety of choices and served with a gourmet selection of condiments. All to benefit the Edward A. Myers Marine Conservation Fund. Event is from noon until dusk. Event #7105 |   Report Update

Vinfest

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

          

Sep 30 thru Oct 01, 2011. Vinfest weekend begins Friday night, September 30, with a ticketed wine dinner-dance with an Asian theme in 2011. Dinner will be served in the vineyard at Cellardoor Winery. The Saturday, October 1 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. Event #1369 |   Report Update