Upcoming festivals in Maine http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/june.php#KneiselHallChamberMusicFestival 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. For info phone (207) 374-2811. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/june.php#KneiselHallChamberMusicFestival 44.413700 -68.587601 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/june.php#BowdoinInternationalMusicFestival 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. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/june.php#BowdoinInternationalMusicFestival 43.906746 -69.961990 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#BarHarborMusicFestival The 42nd Annual Bar Harbor Music Festival is one of New England's great music festivals. Included in the festival is the Annual Acadia National Park Outdoor Concert. For info phone (207) 288-5744. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#BarHarborMusicFestival 44.388809 -68.211479 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#BayChamberConcertsSummerMusicFestival 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. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#BayChamberConcertsSummerMusicFestival 44.187599 -69.072601 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#HoultonFair Small fair featuring livestock, crafts, midway and stage entertainment. Phone Lori Weston at (207) 532-2977. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#HoultonFair 46.131001 -67.832001 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#BathHeritageDays Bath Heritage Days activities include a carnival, arts and crafts shows, art in the park, strawberry shortcake sale, shipbuilders triathlon, parade and big fireworks finale on July 4th. For info phone (207) 442-7291. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#BathHeritageDays 43.915401 -69.814400 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#50s,60sand70sCarsandAntiqueAeroplaneShow 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. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#50s,60sand70sCarsandAntiqueAeroplaneShow 44.064713 -69.107109 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#OquossocStrawberryFestival The Strawberry Festival at Oquossoc Park in Oquossic features strawberry shortcake, crafts, pies, gifts and entertainment. For info phone (207) 864-5364. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#OquossocStrawberryFestival 44.965633 -70.772331 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#OssipeeValleyFair 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. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#OssipeeValleyFair 43.809151 -70.854088 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#CountryFest 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. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#CountryFest 43.854900 -70.380501 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#GreekHeritageFestival The three day 11th 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. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#GreekHeritageFestival 43.507801 -70.458504 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#MoxieFestival The Annual Moxie Festival includes a river race, 5K road race, parade, car show, Moxie raffle and more! http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#MoxieFestival 43.996601 -70.060699 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#MaineInternationalFilmFestival The Maine International Film Festival features nearly 100 films, representing the best of American independent and international cinema. We also spotlight some of Maine and New England's most exciting and innovative filmmakers. In addition, MIFF's Fireflies Program offers children's films from around the world as well as workshops and related arts events for children and teens. 2008 Mid-Life Achievement Award will be presented to John Turturro. Venues are Waterville Opera House and Railroad Square Cinema. For info phone (207) 861-8138. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#MaineInternationalFilmFestival 44.550098 -69.630096 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#NorwaySummerFestival The annual eclectic Norway Summer 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. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#NorwaySummerFestival 44.212700 -70.538399 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#CountyGospelMusicFestival Featured performers at the County Gospel Music Festival include The Laclaires, High Meadow Quart, Kinney Trio, The Campbells, and Common Ground. Held at F.A.R.M. Park on W. Limestone Road. For details phone the Fort Fairfield Chamber of Commerce at (207) 472-3802. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#CountyGospelMusicFestival 46.821899 -67.847397 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#PortlandPeaceFestival Come be part of the 2nd Annual Portland Peace Festival with music, vendors,food and fun on the East End Promenade in Portland. Help us beat our own record of the largest human peace sign, recetly submitted to the Guiness Book of World Records! http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#PortlandPeaceFestival 43.658302 -70.293427 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#NorthAtlanticBluesFestival 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. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#NorthAtlanticBluesFestival 44.105000 -69.109398 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#ArtsinthePark The 13th 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. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#ArtsinthePark 44.428410 -69.004387 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#MainePotatoBlossomFestival The Annual Maine Potato Blossom Festival is a celebration of Aroostook County traditions. For info phone (207) 472-3802. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#MainePotatoBlossomFestival 46.772301 -67.836502 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#MaineCelticCelebration 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 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#MaineCelticCelebration 44.428410 -69.004387 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#QuietsideFlamingoFestival 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. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#QuietsideFlamingoFestival 44.280399 -68.327103 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#YarmouthClamFestival 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. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#YarmouthClamFestival 43.800999 -70.187401 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#WorldsFair Small community fair with midway. Over 150 years running. For info phone Rhonda Haney at (207) 583-6663 or Penelope Hill at (207) 583-4160. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#WorldsFair 44.231499 -70.770103 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#WatervilleIntownArtsFest 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. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#WatervilleIntownArtsFest 44.552799 -69.631302 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#OldHallowellDay Old Hallowell Day is an annual festival celebrating life in Maine's smallest city. For info phone (207) 620-7477. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#OldHallowellDay 44.286999 -69.790398 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#PresumpscotRiverFest 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 Margaret Chabot at (207) 822-6331. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#PresumpscotRiverFest 43.679855 -70.356583 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#AlfredOldHomeDays-AntiqueTractorShow 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. For info phone (207) 457-2117. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#AlfredOldHomeDays-AntiqueTractorShow 43.462849 -70.705940 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#AntiqueAutoDays Over 250 restored and running antique autos. Sunday parade through Boothbay Harbor. Awards, raffles and prizes. Phone (207) 633-4727 for details. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#AntiqueAutoDays 43.904099 -69.620598 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#Olde-FashionedSummerFair Olde-Fashioned Summer Fair and Open Farm Day at The Curran Homestead, 372 Fields Pond Road in Orrington. For info phone (207) 945-9311. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#Olde-FashionedSummerFair 44.738037 -68.732597 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#FishermensDay 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. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#FishermensDay 44.155800 -68.665100 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#CelebrationoftheArts The Annual Georgetown Celebration of the Arts 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. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#CelebrationoftheArts 43.809399 -69.722504 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#CentralMaineEggFestival 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 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. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#CentralMaineEggFestival 44.779800 -69.377899 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#CascoDays 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. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#CascoDays 44.004501 -70.522400 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#OssipeeValleyBluegrassFestival The Ossipee Valley Bluegrass Festival features the New England Flat Picking and Banjo Championships and much more. Special guests in 2008 are the Grammy award winning Nashville Bluegrass Band, along with Dailey and Vincent, New Found Road, the Donna Hughes Band, Southern Grass, the John Jorgenson Quintet and the legendary Bob Paisley. For info phone (207) 625-8656. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#OssipeeValleyBluegrassFestival 43.809151 -70.854088 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#PittstonFair Small, family oriented country fair with midway, animal-pulling events and children's games. For info phone Hope Ricker at (207) 582-4969. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#PittstonFair 44.168282 -69.640228 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#LoggingMuseumFestivalDays 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. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#LoggingMuseumFestivalDays 44.966599 -70.646660 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#FarmingtonStrawberryFestivalandArtinthePark 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. On Saturday, find a juried arts show in Meetinghouse Park, Indian Instrumental Music by Hridaya Hermitage, a puppet show, comedian and juggler Randy Judkins, Folk Musician Phil Bell, the Boston City Lights Dancers and a local band, The Fugitives. For info phone (207) 778-6772 ext. 4102. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#FarmingtonStrawberryFestivalandArtinthePark 44.669811 -70.150558 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#MilbridgeDays Milbridge Days is an annual celebration held in Milbridge, Maine during the last full weekend of July. Classic activities include a parade, firemen's lobster and clam dinner and the famous cod fish relay race. For info phone the Town Office at (207) 546-2422. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#MilbridgeDays 44.531799 -67.883102 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#CountyBluegrassFestival The Annual County Bluegrass Festival takes place in the heart of Aroostook County. Go online to see scheduled performers, concert schedules and to purchase tickets. For info phone (207) 472-3802. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#CountyBluegrassFestival 46.822102 -67.847397 http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#AntiqueTractorandEngineShow Celebrating its 12th year anniversary, the Eliot Antique Tractor and Engine Show at Raitt Farm includes live music, food, crafts, contests and festivities with Tractor Parade, Tractor Pulls, Kids Pedal Tractor Pull and more. For info phone (207) 363-4422. http://www.maine.info/events/festivals/july.php#AntiqueTractorandEngineShow 43.119053 -70.728600