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Windsor Fair

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

          

Aug 25 thru Sep 02, 2013. 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 29 thru Sep 02, 2013. 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

Litchfield Fair

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

          

Sep 06 thru Sep 08, 2013. 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   Map + Directions   |   Report Update

Annual Samboree - Fryeburg Fairgrounds

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

          

Sep 06 thru Sep 08, 2013. 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

Common Ground Country Fair


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

          

Sep 20 thru Sep 22, 2013. 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

Fryeburg Fair

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

          

Sep 29 thru Oct 06, 2013. 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

Morrill Harvest Festival - Cancelled in 2012

2 S. Main Street
Morrill, Maine 04952
 Phone: (207) 342-3310

          

Sep 17, 2011. Note: This event is cancelled in 2012, but the organizers hope to bring it back in 2013. 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

Eastport Salmon Festival


Eastport, Maine
Phone: (207) 853-4644

          

Aug 31 thru Sep 02, 2012. For 25 years, the end of summer and beginning of fall in Eastport, Maine, has been marked with a festival, a gathering, a celebration of our local resources, especially the salmon raised in the waters of Passamaquoddy Bay. Events on Friday include Community Potluck Pie Supper and music by Millie Mulno and Lee Suta and Young Person Concert. Events on Saturday include 15th Annual Paint Eastport Day, Farmers Market, Exhibition Installation by Andrea Dezso at Tides Institute & Museum of Art, Seafood Chowders under the tent, by our local restaurants, 2nd Annual George Harris Sr. Memorial Fishing Derby, EACC Art & Antique Live Auction under the tent, by the Fisherman Statue, Paint Eastport Day Silent Auction and Reception, and Artists in the Streets. Events on Sunday include Eastport Salmon Festival 5K Run, Kid's One-Mile Run (ages 14 and under), 5K Race/Walk, Local Food and Crafts Vendors & Educational Exhibits, and Salmon Dinner and Local Foods at surrounding Restaurants and Vendor Stands. Under the food tent at the Fisherman Statue. Grilled salmon fillet, corn on the cob, boiled red potatoes with rosemary, homemade rolls, salad greens with vinaigrette, and a buffet of choices with blueberry desserts and more. Plus a two-day city-wide yard sale. Event #165 |   Report Update

Camden Windjammer Festival


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

          

Aug 31 thru Sep 02, 2012. 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

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 |   Report Update

Harmony Free Fair

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

          

Aug 31 thru Sep 03, 2012. 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 - Downtown Waldoboro

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

          

Sep 01, 2012. The Medomak Valley Land Trust will host the 6th annual River Festival on Saturday September 1st in Waldoboro Village. A 5K road race, beginning on School St. in Waldoboro, will begin at 8 a.m. with registration starting at 7:30 a.m. The remainder of the festival runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and features local food vendors, a vegetable contest, music, boat building, a critter corner and touch tank for kids, and farmers, artisans, and conservation groups from throughout the Medomak River watershed. So come and support your favorite runner in the 5K and later enjoy a day full of something fun for the whole family. For more info regarding the race, to volunteer, or for event details, visit the Title link above or call MVLT at (207) 832-5570. Event #2431 |   Report Update

North Country Intertribal Pow-wow

934 Elm Street
Newport, Maine 04953
 Phone: (207) 368-4944

          

Sep 01 thru Sep 03, 2012. North Country Inter Tribal Pow-wow would like to invite the public to another year of culture, heritage, and learning of the Native American community from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sep. 1, 2 and 3, at 934 Elm Street in Newport, to honor the fallen heroes who have given their lives so we can enjoy ours each and every day. We will honor our ancestors with drumming and dancing and will partake in festivities that we will be sharing with the public. There will be traders showing and selling their wares, food vendors, six drum groups from Maine to Canada, and dancers from all across the country. Admission is $5 per adult per day, kids under 18, free with a paid adult and elders, $2 per person per day. Animals are welcome, but please keep them on a leash and clean up after them. The gates will reopen at 6:30 p.m. to the public for a special concert featuring Timbered Lake the Native duo will be performing on Saturday night with an encore performance on Sunday. There is no charge for the concerts.For more info call (207) 368-4944 or (207) 368-4959. Event #3248 |   Report Update

Capriccio 2012


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 Sep. 8 (from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., with a mass ascension at noon). Sponsored by Ogunquit Rotary Club & Ogunquit Performing Arts. For info phone (207) 646-2261 or (207) 646-6170 or the Chamber at (207) 646-2939. Also see this PDF for the complete schedule of 2012 Capriccio events. Event #168 |   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 |   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 |   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 |   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 |   Report Update

Brewer Days

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

          

Sep 07 thru Sep 09, 2012. Annual Brewer Days at the Brewer Auditorium Complex. Events will include Family BBQ, 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 end of August on the city website at the Title link above. Event #2566 |   Report Update

Maine Starlight Festival


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

          

Sep 07 thru Sep 16, 2012. 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. Event #3171 |   Report Update

Mt. Desert Island Garlic Festival - Smuggler's Den Campground

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

          

Sep 08, 2012. 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. For info phone (207) 288-0269. Event #161 |   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 |   Report Update

Cornish Horseman's Day Fair


Cornish, Maine
Phone:

          

Sep 08, 2012. Cornish Horseman's Day is non-licensed fair. Event #9708 |   Report Update

6th Annual Sacred Spirits Intertribal Pow Wow

Sunrise Road
Naples, Maine 04055
 Phone: (207) 615-1110

          

Sep 08 thru Sep 09, 2012. 6th Annual Sacred Spirits Intertribal Pow Wow. Drumming by Sacred Spirits Drum, Red Hawk Medicine Drum, L'Espirit Du Vent and more. Performances by The Storytellers, Timbered Lake and Karen Howling Wolf. Come join us for a day of fun and celebration to include: Drumming, Dancing and Singing, Flute Playing, Story Telling, Native Crafts And more. Proceeds to benefit the Naples Historical Society. All of creation is welcome to join us. We ask that all animals be leashed and attended to . Animals and children left in vehicles will not be tolerated. No drugs or alcohol permitted. For Volunteer or donation info please email or call Lisa Fluttering Wings at teal495@hotmail.com or (207) 615-1037. For all other info please email or call Gary LoneWolf at (207) 615-1110 or Richard Thunder Cloud at (207) 749-2911 or email sacredspiritsdrum@yahoo.com. Suggested admission donation is $15/families; $5/adults; $3/elders (60+), disabled & children (6 to 12); free to kids under 6. Gates open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both Saturday & Sunday, rain or shine. Event #10040 |   Report Update

Head for the Hillls of Dixmont


Dixmont, Maine 04932
 Phone: (207) 234-2294

          

Sep 08 thru Sep 09, 2012. Head for the Hills of Dixmont on September 8 and 9 for an Open House at the Historic Dixmont Town House with craft fair, art show, historic exhibits, hiking trails and baked goods. Maine-ly Apples will feature pick your own apples, antique cider press demonstration, lunch by Dixmont Fire and Rescue, free hay rides and orchard tours, lots of food and fun. There will be over 30 yard sales throughout the entire town. Pick up a map directing you to these yard sales and other activities at local stores, the Dixmont Town House, Maine-ly Apples, and the Dixmont Town Office. Event #10286 |   Report Update

Franco-American Family Festival


Waterville, Maine
Phone: (207) 680-4200

          

Sep 09, 2012. Each year the City of Waterville celebrates the area's Franco-American heritage with a weekend of Franco-American events and festivities. The weekend events culminate with the Franco-American Family Festival, held at the Head of Falls (off Front Street) in downtown Waterville, on Sunday afternoon from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. The Franco-American Family Festival is open to the public and 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. Admission to the festival is free. For info phone (207) 680-4200. Event #314 |   Report Update

Oxford County Fair

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

          

Sep 09 thru Sep 16, 2012. 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

Acadia Night Sky Festival


Bar Harbor, Maine
Phone: (207) 404-2921

          

Sep 13 thru Sep 17, 2012. The Acadia Night Sky Festival is a community celebration to promote the protection and enjoyment of Downeast & Acadia's stellar night sky as a valuable natural resource through education, science and the arts. See the Title link above for a complete list of events. Event #10012 |   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 Wright Pinkham at (207) 628-2916. Event #156 |   Report Update

Trail's End Festival - Millinocket Veteran's Memorial Park

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

          

Sep 14 thru Sep 16, 2012. 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. Entertainment in 2012 includes the Mallett Brothers band, Maine State Dixieland Band, Pete "Skin" Byron Band and Emily Guillow. All at Veteran's Memorial Park in downtown Millinocket. For info phone (207) 723-4443. Event #1153 |   Report Update

UMFK Homecoming & Scarecrow Festval


Fort Kent, Maine 04743
 Phone: (207) 834-7557

          

Sep 14 thru Sep 16, 2012. The University of Maine at Fort Kent and the Greater Fort Kent Area Chamber of Commerce will combine forces for their respective Homecoming and Scarecrow Festival celebrations for the weekend of September 14, 15, and 16 in Fort Kent. The three, fun-filled days will feature many events, including a Saturday Family Fun Day, soccer and volleyball games, and the popular Homecoming/Scarecrow Festival parade. For further info about UMFK's Homecoming events, contact Susan Tardie in the Alumni Affairs office at (207) 834-7557 or by email at umfknews@maine.edu. For more info about Scarecrow Festival events, contact the Chamber office at (207) 834-5354. Event #4422 |   Report Update

Celebrate Bowdoinham Festival


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

          

Sep 14 thru Sep 16, 2012. The Bowdoinham waterfront and village center are full of action at the Celebrate Bowdoinham Festival. 2012 events are not yet posted. But in 2011 events were as follows (and therefore may be similar in 2012): Friday 7 p.m. concert at the gazebo. 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. Event #6976 |   Report Update

15th Annual Bethel Harvest Fest and Chowdah Cookoff


Bethel, Maine
Phone: (207) 824-2282

          

Sep 15, 2012. The 15th Annual Bethel Harvestfest & Chowdah Cookoff is sure to be a hit with the whole family. Past events have included 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 15, 2012. 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

Annual Wells Family Jamboree

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

          

Sep 15, 2012. 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

Annual Harvest Fest and Chowdah Cookoff - Sunday River

Sunday River Road and Skiway Road
Newry, Maine 04261
 Phone: (207) 824-3000

          

Sep 15, 2012. A celebration of the harvest and beginning of the foliage season in New England. Mouth-watering chowders & apple pies, chainsaw-carving, arts & crafts show, local music, horse-drawn wagon rides, historical barn tours, apple picking, canoeing, kayaking, hiking trails, and more, a fun family festival! Event #10321 |   Report Update

Annual Barks in the Park - Gardiner Waterfront Park


Gardiner, Maine
Phone: (207) 582-3100

          

Sep 15, 2012. Gardiner Barks in the Park is a day filled with events and demonstrations at Gardiner's Riverfront Park 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 and other service organizations in the area," Mr. Wright suggests. Rescue groups, vendors, an agility trainer, and the Maine State Police K9's bomb sniffing unit will all be in attendance at the event. Following are some of the events for the day: 10 a.m. event begins with vendors offering pet products and services; 10:15 a.m. is an Ambassador Assistance Animals International Demo. At 10:30 a.m. is a group dog walk through Historic Downtown Gardiner (costume optional). 11 a.m. is a Maine State Police K9 Demo on how the police force uses dogs to utilize their senses to assist in investigations. 11:30 a.m. features several contests: Best Costume, Best Trick, Best Dog Kiss, Look Alike. 12 p.m. is a "Dance with Your Dog" event. 12:30 p.m. is an Agility Fun with Your Dog during which the folks from Eastern Maine Agility will do a beginner demo on how you can use agility equipment to have fun with your dog and teach even old dogs new tricks. More events continue through the day. Event #6925 |   Report Update

Fort Kent Scarecrow Festival's Family Fun Day

Riverside Park
Fort Kent, Maine 04743
 Phone: (207) 834-5354

          

Sep 15, 2012. The Greater Fort Kent Area Chamber of Commerce will host a "Family Fun Day" from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Riverside Park on Saturday, September 15. There will be games for the entire family. Events include a bouncy house; fishing, potato picking contest; bean bag toss, plinko game, free Pumpkin face-painting, and Cash-n-ator Money Blowing Booth contest. A variety of refreshments and food will be offered. Event #10152 |   Report Update

Annual Freeport Fall in the Village Art & Music Festival

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

          

Sep 15 thru Sep 16, 2012. View the works of talented artists and artisans at Discovery Park on the L.L.Bean campus. It's a day to please the senses. Breathe 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 properties in the state, indulge yourself with Freeport fine dining and be sure to squeeze in a little shopping too. If you're an artist and would like to participate in the festival, please contact the festival coordinator, Kelly Edwards at (207) 865-1212 or email kelly@freeportusa.com. The Saturday musical line-up kicks off at noon with Serious Rooms, followed by Gunther Brown and Kate Schrock. Also join us Sunday at Discovery Park for Max Ater from at 10 a.m. and Tony Boffa from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Event #3912 |   Report Update

Annual Saddleback Mountain Fall Festival

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

          

Sep 16, 2012. On September 16, 2012 the Eighth Annual Saddleback Fall Festival will be held from 10am-3pm. This event features a number of activities including an Art Show & Sale, crafters, live music , BBQ on the deck, pie eating contest, pumpkins for the kids, and more. It is great fun for the entire family! Event #4433 |   Report Update

Farmington Fair

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

          

Sep 16 thru Sep 22, 2012. 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

Punkinfiddle: A National Estuaries Day Celebration

342 Laudholm Farm Road
Wells, Maine
Phone: (207) 646-1555

          

Sep 22, 2012. Punkinfiddle features old-time games, traditional arts, lively music, hands-on activities, tasty food, farm animals, and lots of smiles in a historic seaside setting. Kids free, $5 for ages 17+. Wells Reserve educators and volunteers will help visitors discover why estuaries are so important not only for sea life but also for people. Kids can go on an estuary theme scavenger hunt, sport face-paint sea creatures, construct fish crowns, make corn-husk dolls, and join a nature walk to the salt marsh. Event is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., but early birds can take part in a cleanup of Laudholm Beach beginning at 9 a.m. and return to the festival in time for a Pumpkin Parade featuring special guests. More than twenty skilled artisans will demonstrate spinning and weaving, violin and folk instrument making, broom making, stonemasonry, beekeeping, and other Maine traditions. Musicians performing on the Laudholm Live music stage include Sammie Haynes, John Tercyak, Deep Hole Road, and Salt River. Local authors will read stories for children. Event #541 |   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 10 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 |   Report Update

Shaker Hill Apple Festival

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

          

Sep 22 thru Sep 23, 2012. 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

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 |   Report Update

Old Town Riverfest


Old Town, Maine 04468
 Phone: (207) 992-6468

          

Sep 28 thru Sep 29, 2012. Old Town Riverfest activities this year will be on Friday & Saturday, September 28-29, 2012. There will be a parade in the morning on Saturday plus other activities. For more info see the Facebook page. Event #10222 |   Report Update

Eliot Festival Days


Eliot, Maine
Phone: (207) 439-5033

          

Sep 28 thru Sep 30, 2012. 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 2012. The schedule still needs to be determined, so for more info phone (207) 439-5033. Event #206 |   Report Update

Vinfest at Cellardoor Winery

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

          

Sep 28 thru Sep 30, 2012. Vinfest weekend begins Friday night with a ticketed wine dinner-dance or just entertainment, dessert & wine. Dinner will be served in the vineyard at Cellardoor Winery. The Saturday 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, a hot air balloon that kids can play inside of and many other interesting activities. On Sunday there will be a Gatsby affair from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m featuring a Bay Chamber Concert's event with Michael Aranella and his Dreamland Orchestra and other activities. Event #1369 |   Report Update

Lubec Harvest Howl

Water Street
Lubec, Maine 04652
 Phone: (207) 733-4714

          

Sep 29, 2012. The Lubec Harvest Howl, formerly the Lubec Fall Festival, features hayrides, food and craft vendors, raffles, face painting, horseshoe tournament, live music, pie eating contest, pumpkin decorating contest and the bake-it, veg-it and craft-it contests, games and much more. All takes place on Water Street in historic downtown Lubec. Event is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Rain date is Sep. 30. For info phone Wags and Wool at (207) 733-4714 or see the Facebook page. Event #152 |   Report Update

Apple Pumpkin Festival

1 Foundry Road
Livermore Falls, Maine 04235
 Phone: (207) 897-6755

          

Sep 29, 2012. The Apple Pumpkin Festival is a cultural celebration and harvest festival held on the last Saturday of September in Livermore Falls, Maine. In 2012 your family, friends and neighbors will be gathering on September 29 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 2012 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 and Climbing Wall! Event #2017 |   Report Update

Monmouth Apple Fest

748 Main Street
Monmouth, Maine 04259
 Phone: (207) 577-4919

          

Sep 29, 2012. The annual Monmouth Apple Fest offers fun for the whole family in this historic communty. Come enjoy all that Monmouth Apple Fest has to offer! Exhibits, museums, Cumston Hall tours, Benefit Breakfasts and more. For more info check out the Title link above or call (207) 577-4919 or email thefriendsofcumstonhall@gmail.com. Event #1195 |   Report Update

Cornish Apple Festival

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

          

Sep 29, 2012. 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

Houlton Harvest Festival


Houlton, Maine 04730
 Phone: (207) 532-4216

          

Sep 29, 2012. Houlton Harvest Festival at Market Square and Riverfront Park is a celebration of our Community Market and the bounty of the harvest! Community Market, crafters, food, kids games, artists and demonstrations in Riverfront Park. Event runs from 9 a.m. until dusk with an ATV parade at 4 p.m. that is open to all followed by a street dance in Riverfront Park. Event #10250 |   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 |   Report Update

Pemaquid Oyster Festival

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

          

Sep 30, 2012. Great entertainment and plenty of tasty oysters will be featured at the 2012 Pemaquid Oyster Festival on Sunday, Sep. 30 2012 from noon to dusk at Schooner Landing in Damariscotta and throughout the in-town area. The festival will also host more educational exhibits than ever before, highlighting Maine's working waterfront and the variety of recreational and commercial activities that revolve around it. Event is from noon until dusk. Event #7105 |   Report Update