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Annual "Can't Miss" Festivals & Events
(click on your favorite season, below)
Search for Maine Events
Winter (December, January, February)
Annual Christmas By The Sea
Throughout the towns of
Camden/Rockport/Lincolnville, ME
Early December
(207) 236-4404 (phone)
1-800-223-5459 (phone toll free)
Throughout the entire weekend Christmas festivities are the order of the day in
this beautifully decorated community in Midcoast Maine, from sleigh rides and
visits with Santa to Craft Fairs and special shopping discounts with local
merchants. Santa arrives on a lobster boat!
~ ~ ~
Harbor Lights Festival
Boothbay Harbor, ME
Early December
(207) 633-2353 (phone)
(800) 266-8422 (phone toll free)
An entire day of fun for the whole family as Santa, Mrs. Claus and friends arrive
by boat. Horse drawn wagon rides, holiday craft fair, lap time with Santa and
Mrs. Clause. Lighting of the Town Tree, holiday carols, live nativity at the
Catholic Church, followed by a spectacular lighted boat parade.
~ ~ ~
Annual Shaker Christmas Fair
Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village
New Gloucester, ME
Early December
(207) 926-4597 (phone)
Shaker Christmas Fair is a traditional holiday fair that fills nine rooms of the 1816
Trustee's Office and the holiday red garage with many holiday offerings
highlighted by Shaker homemade baked goods. Gifts for all ages. "Come one,
come all"
~ ~ ~
Chester Greenwood Day (Inventor of the Earmuff)
Farmington, ME
Early December
(207) 778-4215 (phone)
An annual celebration of Farmington's favorite son, Chester Greenwood, the
inventor of the earmuff! There will be a parade (celebrating everything earmuff)
at 11:00am through Downtown Farmington. Following the raising of the Chester
Greenwood flag at the Superior Court building, the Chamber will be serving
Cake and Chili in the Gazebo at Meetinghouse Park. The public will vote for the
best chili entry, and a cash prize will be awarded. The Historical Society will be
selling wreaths at the Titcomb House, and there will be a "Festival of Trees"
display at the Granary Restaurant. The area Polar Bear Club will also be making
their annual dip into frigid Clearwater Lake at 3:00pm, always a crowd pleaser!
~ ~ ~
U.S. National Toboggan Championships
Camden, ME 04843
Weekend in Early February
(207) 236-3438 (phone)
Over 300 teams compete in various divisions for the title of the fastest toboggan
on ice. The event starts on Friday with final runs concluding Sunday afternoon.
This event is sure to break up the cabin fever! Pre-registration is required.
~ ~ ~
Caribou Winter Carnival/Snowmobile Festival
Caribou, ME
Mid February
(800) 722-7648 (phone)
(800) 722-7648 (phone toll free)
Where are you going to be this February? You won't want to miss Caribou Winter
Carnival & Snowmobile Festival! Ski-ing, shows, dinners, dances, snowmobile
drag racing, parades, bonfires, family events, fireworks and more!! For more
information visit: www.cariboumaine.net Free Admission.
Spring (March, April, May)
Annual Can-Am Sled Dog Race
Fort Kent, ME
Early March
We invite you to a rare place where you can witness the most challenging
sled dog race in the eastern United States. For twelve years Can-Am Crown
has organized high quality racing events designed for the enjoyment of
mushers, spectators, and dog teams.
(207) 444-5439 (phone)
~ ~ ~
Maple Sunday in Maine
statewide locations, ME 04333
Late March
(207) 287-7561 (phone)
Enjoy the first sweet taste of spring in Maine! Join Maine's maple Producers each
spring as they celebrate Maine Maple Sunday - the day when sugar makers
around the State open the doors of their sugarhouses for the public to join them
in their rites of spring - making maple syrup. Most sugarhouses offer free tasting
and a live demonstration of how syrup is produced, from tap to table. Many offer
a variety of other treats and activities, including syrup on pancakes or ice cream,
sugarbush tours, sleigh or wagon rides, and lots more. Many sugarhouses will
arrange special tours and demonstrations for groups on other days as well - call
them to make arrangements.
~ ~ ~
Annual Bangor Garden Show
Bangor, ME
Mid-April
The Annual Bangor Garden Show is a true harbinger of Spring. The
Show features life sized garden displays in full bloom, gardening
and plant related vendors,a Standard Flower Show,Container Garden and
Window Box competitions, a three day lecture/demonstration series, a
Saturday Night Auction geared to the gardening enthusiast, a Gala Preview
Night.
~ ~ ~
Maine Fiber Frolic
Windsor, Maine
Early June
Join us for a look back into time as Windsor Fairgrounds comes alive with a
agricultural tradition, a farm and fiber festival. Along with 75 vendors
displaying their fiber related products and demonstrations throughout the
weekend, you’ll find yourself engaged in the farm & fiber community of Maine.
The Fiber Frolic offers sheep dog trials and demos, sheep shearing, fleece show &
sale, used equipment marketplace,llama fun show,judged fiber goat show, 4-H
demonstrations, educational workshops & lectures (on spinning, felting, knitting,
weaving, rug hooking, animal health and rearing), a kid’s area and the Maine
llama Drill Team.
Summer (June, July, August)
Early June
Old Port Festival
The kick-off to the festival season in Maine, this family festival is sure
to be fun for all. A parade featuring Portland's own Shoestring Theater
Puppet Company, music, entertainment, cuisine from around the world, and
children's activities. Location: Old Port District, Downtown Portland.
www.portlandmaine.com.
~ ~ ~
Late June
La Kermesse Franco-Americaine Festival
The twenty-fourth anniversary of the La Kermesse featuring the celebration of all
customs and traditions with continuous entertainment, fireworks, parade, block
party, food and more. Location: St. Louis Field, West Street, Biddeford.
www.lakermessefestival.com.
~ ~ ~
Late June
Annual Windjammer Days Festival
Full rigged windjammers sail into the harbor. Two fun-filled days of harbor side
concerts, fireworks, an antique boat parade, a street parade, games and activities
for the children, and plenty of food. Location: Waterfront, Boothbay Harbor.
www.boothbayharbor.com.
~ ~ ~
Early July
Eastport's 4th of July (Old Home Week) Celebration
Come and celebrate the beauty of this land in this historic port city on the Atlantic
Ocean. Four days full of celebration and revelry, music, largest 4th of July parade
in Maine, food, crafts, contests, fireworks, and more. Location: Eastport. www.
eastport4th.com.
~ ~ ~
Early to mid-July
Annual Moxie Festival
In honor of the world famous soft drink, Moxie, a beverage of distinctive taste.
Music, entertainment, food, fireworks, bed race and carnival games. Location:
Downtown Lisbon Falls.www.moxiefestival.com.
~ ~ ~
Late July
Yarmouth Clam Festival
A three-day event including a parade, free performances, a juried craft show, an
art show, sports contests, a carnival and a variety of free family-oriented
activities. As always, clams are the feature menu item in the locally run food
court. www.clamfestival.com
~ ~ ~
Early August
Annual Maine Lobster Festival
Along with tons of Maine lobsters, this world famous New England summer
event features maritime displays and demonstrations, Maine arts and crafts,
harbor cruises, contests, lots of wonderful entertainment, a giant parade, and
much more. Times: 11:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m. Location: Harbor Park, Rockland.
www.mainelobsterfestival.com
~ ~ ~
Mid August
Annual Machias Wild Blueberry Festival
A celebration of the blueberry harvest that lasts all weekend long and offers a real
old fashioned good time. A children's parade, a fish fry, a homemade blueberry
pancake breakfast, arts & craft show and more. Location: Downtown Machias.
www.machiasblueberry.com
~ ~ ~
Mid August
Annual Great Falls Balloon Festival
One of the largest hot air balloon festivals in northern New England with
balloons filling the skies of Lewiston and Auburn, plus food, entertainment,
vendors, carnival rides, and balloon rides. Fees: Free admission. Location:
Railroad Park, Lewiston/Auburn. www.greatfallsballoonfestival.com
~ ~ ~
Mid-August
Annual Maine Highland Games
This event features bagpipe bands, Highland and Scottish dancing, Scottish
vendors and crafts, folk singing and much more. Fees: Adults $10; children ages 6-
12 $5; under 5 free. Location: Thomas Point Beach, Brunswick.
www.mainehighlandgames.org
~ ~ ~
Late August
American Folk Festival
Experience again the American Folk Festival with traditional performers from
across the country who will continue to celebrate the richness and variety of
American culture in this free, 3-day, multi-stage event. Fees: Free. Times: Fri 6:00
p.m. - 10:00 p.m.; Sat Noon - 10:00 p.m.; Sun Noon - 6:00 p.m. Location: Bangor
Riverfront Parks. www.americanfolkfestival.com
Fall (September, October, November)
Eastport Salmon Festival
Eastport, ME
First Weekend After Labor Day
(207) 853-4644 (phone)
A seaside festival celebrating the Atlantic Salmon industry on the Maine coast.
Free parking and free admission. Music, two day arts and craft show. Saturday
Chowder dinners, Sunday great Salmon dinners, boat tours of the salmon pens,
industry information, and a slide show on salmon aquaculture. Lots of fun in a
stunning setting. Other activities included Maine wine tent, architectural tour,
motorcycle show, dances and ice cream social.
~ ~ ~
Common Ground Country Fair
Unity, Maine
September
Always the 3rd Weekend After Labor Day
Come to the Fair and see why Downeast Magazine calls
Common Ground "Maine's most authentic country fair,
uniting, as it does, old-time folkways with progressive
ideas about living the good life on a fragile planet. The
Fair allows fair-goers to make connections with a rapidly
expanding base of organic farms in the state of Maine.
Share knowledge about sustainable living; eat delicious,
organic, Maine-grown food; buy and sell beautiful Maine
crafts and useful agricultural products; compete in various
activities; dance; sing and have a great time.
~ ~ ~
Annual Bluegrass Festival
Apple Acres Farm
Hiram, ME
Late September
(207) 625-4777 (phone)
(800) 647-4725 (phone toll free)
Come, Relax and enjoy the great sounds of bluegrass. Local artists and "from
away." All day event so bring a picnic or enjoy our great feasts. Fresh apples and
Cider, Great pies and fudge. A family friendly event of fun and relaxation!
~ ~ ~
Annual Freeport Chowdah Challenge
Freeport, ME
Late September
(207) 865-3985 (phone)
Join the best chefs in Freeport for the 14th Annual Freeport Chowdah Challenge!
This year the attending audience will judge entries and crown the chowdah
champ. All proceeds benefit Freeport Community Services.
~ ~ ~
Annual Fryeburg Fair
Fryeburg Fairgrounds
Fryeburg, ME
Early October
(207) 935-3268 (phone)
We have about 3000 animals on the grounds for eight days - dairy, beef, draft
show horses and ponies, pulling horses and oxen, a forestry research center, an
agricultural exhibition center, a flower show, a llama show and fiber
demonstration, sheep dog trials and a huge parade on Saturday. Of course there
is a midway with local and commercial food vendors, as well as amusement
rides.
~ ~ ~
Annual Harvestfest
York, ME
Mid-October
(207) 363-4422 (phone)
This colonial themed festival includes a variety of activities: 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.
~ ~ ~
Annual Scarecrow Contest
Apple Acres Farm
Hiram, ME
Mid-October
(207) 625-4777 (phone)
(800) 647-4725 (phone toll free)
Bring your own scarecrow and enter for great prizes. Appropriate age categories
for entries so everyone can be included and have fun! A great day of imagination
and festivities! Fresh apples, cider, pies, fudge and goodies for all!
~ ~ ~
Annual OgunquitFest
Ogunquit, ME
Late October
(207) 646-2939 (phone)
Weekend-long festivities including scarecrow contest, pumpkin decorating,
scavenger hunt, ghost stories, marketplace and much more. Sponsored by the
Ogunquit Chamber of Commerce.
~ ~ ~
Annual Early Bird Sale & Pajama Party!
Bar Harbor, ME
Mid-November
(207) 288-5103 (phone)
1-800-288-5103 (phone toll free)
Set your alarms a little early and hunt for bargains in downtown Bar Harbor
shops. Dress in your PJs for extra discounts. Join the PJ parade, fashion show at
9am and win prizes for the best (craziest) sleepwear! Stay in a local hotel or B&B
and make a weekend out of it! 6 am to 9 am.
~ ~ ~
Lighting of the Nubble
York, ME 03909
Saturday after Thanksgiving
(207) 363-1040 (phone)
Cookies, hot chocolate, music and Santa Claus. Countdown to the lighting at
Cape Neddick Lighthouse for the holiday season. Shuttle service from Ellis Park
at Short Sands Beach. For more information contact: York Parks and Recreation at
(207) 363-1040
~ ~ ~
Do you have an annual event in Maine that is unique and fun? Contact us and
we might add it to our New Hampshire Calendar of Uniquely New Hampshire
Events. Send an email to: editor@theheartofnewengland.com
Back to Calendar Page for Northern New England
Annual "Can't Miss" Festivals & Events
(click on your favorite season, below)
Search for Maine Events
Winter (December, January, February)
Annual Christmas By The Sea
Throughout the towns of
Camden/Rockport/Lincolnville, ME
Early December
(207) 236-4404 (phone)
1-800-223-5459 (phone toll free)
Throughout the entire weekend Christmas festivities are the order of the day in
this beautifully decorated community in Midcoast Maine, from sleigh rides and
visits with Santa to Craft Fairs and special shopping discounts with local
merchants. Santa arrives on a lobster boat!
~ ~ ~
Harbor Lights Festival
Boothbay Harbor, ME
Early December
(207) 633-2353 (phone)
(800) 266-8422 (phone toll free)
An entire day of fun for the whole family as Santa, Mrs. Claus and friends arrive
by boat. Horse drawn wagon rides, holiday craft fair, lap time with Santa and
Mrs. Clause. Lighting of the Town Tree, holiday carols, live nativity at the
Catholic Church, followed by a spectacular lighted boat parade.
~ ~ ~
Annual Shaker Christmas Fair
Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village
New Gloucester, ME
Early December
(207) 926-4597 (phone)
Shaker Christmas Fair is a traditional holiday fair that fills nine rooms of the 1816
Trustee's Office and the holiday red garage with many holiday offerings
highlighted by Shaker homemade baked goods. Gifts for all ages. "Come one,
come all"
~ ~ ~
Chester Greenwood Day (Inventor of the Earmuff)
Farmington, ME
Early December
(207) 778-4215 (phone)
An annual celebration of Farmington's favorite son, Chester Greenwood, the
inventor of the earmuff! There will be a parade (celebrating everything earmuff)
at 11:00am through Downtown Farmington. Following the raising of the Chester
Greenwood flag at the Superior Court building, the Chamber will be serving
Cake and Chili in the Gazebo at Meetinghouse Park. The public will vote for the
best chili entry, and a cash prize will be awarded. The Historical Society will be
selling wreaths at the Titcomb House, and there will be a "Festival of Trees"
display at the Granary Restaurant. The area Polar Bear Club will also be making
their annual dip into frigid Clearwater Lake at 3:00pm, always a crowd pleaser!
~ ~ ~
U.S. National Toboggan Championships
Camden, ME 04843
Weekend in Early February
(207) 236-3438 (phone)
Over 300 teams compete in various divisions for the title of the fastest toboggan
on ice. The event starts on Friday with final runs concluding Sunday afternoon.
This event is sure to break up the cabin fever! Pre-registration is required.
~ ~ ~
Caribou Winter Carnival/Snowmobile Festival
Caribou, ME
Mid February
(800) 722-7648 (phone)
(800) 722-7648 (phone toll free)
Where are you going to be this February? You won't want to miss Caribou Winter
Carnival & Snowmobile Festival! Ski-ing, shows, dinners, dances, snowmobile
drag racing, parades, bonfires, family events, fireworks and more!! For more
information visit: www.cariboumaine.net Free Admission.
Spring (March, April, May)
Annual Can-Am Sled Dog Race
Fort Kent, ME
Early March
We invite you to a rare place where you can witness the most challenging
sled dog race in the eastern United States. For twelve years Can-Am Crown
has organized high quality racing events designed for the enjoyment of
mushers, spectators, and dog teams.
(207) 444-5439 (phone)
~ ~ ~
Maple Sunday in Maine
statewide locations, ME 04333
Late March
(207) 287-7561 (phone)
Enjoy the first sweet taste of spring in Maine! Join Maine's maple Producers each
spring as they celebrate Maine Maple Sunday - the day when sugar makers
around the State open the doors of their sugarhouses for the public to join them
in their rites of spring - making maple syrup. Most sugarhouses offer free tasting
and a live demonstration of how syrup is produced, from tap to table. Many offer
a variety of other treats and activities, including syrup on pancakes or ice cream,
sugarbush tours, sleigh or wagon rides, and lots more. Many sugarhouses will
arrange special tours and demonstrations for groups on other days as well - call
them to make arrangements.
~ ~ ~
Annual Bangor Garden Show
Bangor, ME
Mid-April
The Annual Bangor Garden Show is a true harbinger of Spring. The
Show features life sized garden displays in full bloom, gardening
and plant related vendors,a Standard Flower Show,Container Garden and
Window Box competitions, a three day lecture/demonstration series, a
Saturday Night Auction geared to the gardening enthusiast, a Gala Preview
Night.
~ ~ ~
Maine Fiber Frolic
Windsor, Maine
Early June
Join us for a look back into time as Windsor Fairgrounds comes alive with a
agricultural tradition, a farm and fiber festival. Along with 75 vendors
displaying their fiber related products and demonstrations throughout the
weekend, you’ll find yourself engaged in the farm & fiber community of Maine.
The Fiber Frolic offers sheep dog trials and demos, sheep shearing, fleece show &
sale, used equipment marketplace,llama fun show,judged fiber goat show, 4-H
demonstrations, educational workshops & lectures (on spinning, felting, knitting,
weaving, rug hooking, animal health and rearing), a kid’s area and the Maine
llama Drill Team.
Summer (June, July, August)
Early June
Old Port Festival
The kick-off to the festival season in Maine, this family festival is sure
to be fun for all. A parade featuring Portland's own Shoestring Theater
Puppet Company, music, entertainment, cuisine from around the world, and
children's activities. Location: Old Port District, Downtown Portland.
www.portlandmaine.com.
~ ~ ~
Late June
La Kermesse Franco-Americaine Festival
The twenty-fourth anniversary of the La Kermesse featuring the celebration of all
customs and traditions with continuous entertainment, fireworks, parade, block
party, food and more. Location: St. Louis Field, West Street, Biddeford.
www.lakermessefestival.com.
~ ~ ~
Late June
Annual Windjammer Days Festival
Full rigged windjammers sail into the harbor. Two fun-filled days of harbor side
concerts, fireworks, an antique boat parade, a street parade, games and activities
for the children, and plenty of food. Location: Waterfront, Boothbay Harbor.
www.boothbayharbor.com.
~ ~ ~
Early July
Eastport's 4th of July (Old Home Week) Celebration
Come and celebrate the beauty of this land in this historic port city on the Atlantic
Ocean. Four days full of celebration and revelry, music, largest 4th of July parade
in Maine, food, crafts, contests, fireworks, and more. Location: Eastport. www.
eastport4th.com.
~ ~ ~
Early to mid-July
Annual Moxie Festival
In honor of the world famous soft drink, Moxie, a beverage of distinctive taste.
Music, entertainment, food, fireworks, bed race and carnival games. Location:
Downtown Lisbon Falls.www.moxiefestival.com.
~ ~ ~
Late July
Yarmouth Clam Festival
A three-day event including a parade, free performances, a juried craft show, an
art show, sports contests, a carnival and a variety of free family-oriented
activities. As always, clams are the feature menu item in the locally run food
court. www.clamfestival.com
~ ~ ~
Early August
Annual Maine Lobster Festival
Along with tons of Maine lobsters, this world famous New England summer
event features maritime displays and demonstrations, Maine arts and crafts,
harbor cruises, contests, lots of wonderful entertainment, a giant parade, and
much more. Times: 11:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m. Location: Harbor Park, Rockland.
www.mainelobsterfestival.com
~ ~ ~
Mid August
Annual Machias Wild Blueberry Festival
A celebration of the blueberry harvest that lasts all weekend long and offers a real
old fashioned good time. A children's parade, a fish fry, a homemade blueberry
pancake breakfast, arts & craft show and more. Location: Downtown Machias.
www.machiasblueberry.com
~ ~ ~
Mid August
Annual Great Falls Balloon Festival
One of the largest hot air balloon festivals in northern New England with
balloons filling the skies of Lewiston and Auburn, plus food, entertainment,
vendors, carnival rides, and balloon rides. Fees: Free admission. Location:
Railroad Park, Lewiston/Auburn. www.greatfallsballoonfestival.com
~ ~ ~
Mid-August
Annual Maine Highland Games
This event features bagpipe bands, Highland and Scottish dancing, Scottish
vendors and crafts, folk singing and much more. Fees: Adults $10; children ages 6-
12 $5; under 5 free. Location: Thomas Point Beach, Brunswick.
www.mainehighlandgames.org
~ ~ ~
Late August
American Folk Festival
Experience again the American Folk Festival with traditional performers from
across the country who will continue to celebrate the richness and variety of
American culture in this free, 3-day, multi-stage event. Fees: Free. Times: Fri 6:00
p.m. - 10:00 p.m.; Sat Noon - 10:00 p.m.; Sun Noon - 6:00 p.m. Location: Bangor
Riverfront Parks. www.americanfolkfestival.com
Fall (September, October, November)
Eastport Salmon Festival
Eastport, ME
First Weekend After Labor Day
(207) 853-4644 (phone)
A seaside festival celebrating the Atlantic Salmon industry on the Maine coast.
Free parking and free admission. Music, two day arts and craft show. Saturday
Chowder dinners, Sunday great Salmon dinners, boat tours of the salmon pens,
industry information, and a slide show on salmon aquaculture. Lots of fun in a
stunning setting. Other activities included Maine wine tent, architectural tour,
motorcycle show, dances and ice cream social.
~ ~ ~
Common Ground Country Fair
Unity, Maine
September
Always the 3rd Weekend After Labor Day
Come to the Fair and see why Downeast Magazine calls
Common Ground "Maine's most authentic country fair,
uniting, as it does, old-time folkways with progressive
ideas about living the good life on a fragile planet. The
Fair allows fair-goers to make connections with a rapidly
expanding base of organic farms in the state of Maine.
Share knowledge about sustainable living; eat delicious,
organic, Maine-grown food; buy and sell beautiful Maine
crafts and useful agricultural products; compete in various
activities; dance; sing and have a great time.
~ ~ ~
Annual Bluegrass Festival
Apple Acres Farm
Hiram, ME
Late September
(207) 625-4777 (phone)
(800) 647-4725 (phone toll free)
Come, Relax and enjoy the great sounds of bluegrass. Local artists and "from
away." All day event so bring a picnic or enjoy our great feasts. Fresh apples and
Cider, Great pies and fudge. A family friendly event of fun and relaxation!
~ ~ ~
Annual Freeport Chowdah Challenge
Freeport, ME
Late September
(207) 865-3985 (phone)
Join the best chefs in Freeport for the 14th Annual Freeport Chowdah Challenge!
This year the attending audience will judge entries and crown the chowdah
champ. All proceeds benefit Freeport Community Services.
~ ~ ~
Annual Fryeburg Fair
Fryeburg Fairgrounds
Fryeburg, ME
Early October
(207) 935-3268 (phone)
We have about 3000 animals on the grounds for eight days - dairy, beef, draft
show horses and ponies, pulling horses and oxen, a forestry research center, an
agricultural exhibition center, a flower show, a llama show and fiber
demonstration, sheep dog trials and a huge parade on Saturday. Of course there
is a midway with local and commercial food vendors, as well as amusement
rides.
~ ~ ~
Annual Harvestfest
York, ME
Mid-October
(207) 363-4422 (phone)
This colonial themed festival includes a variety of activities: 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.
~ ~ ~
Annual Scarecrow Contest
Apple Acres Farm
Hiram, ME
Mid-October
(207) 625-4777 (phone)
(800) 647-4725 (phone toll free)
Bring your own scarecrow and enter for great prizes. Appropriate age categories
for entries so everyone can be included and have fun! A great day of imagination
and festivities! Fresh apples, cider, pies, fudge and goodies for all!
~ ~ ~
Annual OgunquitFest
Ogunquit, ME
Late October
(207) 646-2939 (phone)
Weekend-long festivities including scarecrow contest, pumpkin decorating,
scavenger hunt, ghost stories, marketplace and much more. Sponsored by the
Ogunquit Chamber of Commerce.
~ ~ ~
Annual Early Bird Sale & Pajama Party!
Bar Harbor, ME
Mid-November
(207) 288-5103 (phone)
1-800-288-5103 (phone toll free)
Set your alarms a little early and hunt for bargains in downtown Bar Harbor
shops. Dress in your PJs for extra discounts. Join the PJ parade, fashion show at
9am and win prizes for the best (craziest) sleepwear! Stay in a local hotel or B&B
and make a weekend out of it! 6 am to 9 am.
~ ~ ~
Lighting of the Nubble
York, ME 03909
Saturday after Thanksgiving
(207) 363-1040 (phone)
Cookies, hot chocolate, music and Santa Claus. Countdown to the lighting at
Cape Neddick Lighthouse for the holiday season. Shuttle service from Ellis Park
at Short Sands Beach. For more information contact: York Parks and Recreation at
(207) 363-1040
~ ~ ~
Do you have an annual event in Maine that is unique and fun? Contact us and
we might add it to our New Hampshire Calendar of Uniquely New Hampshire
Events. Send an email to: editor@theheartofnewengland.com
Back to Calendar Page for Northern New England
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