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National Parks
Acadia National Park - MDI
Acadia National Park - Schoodic
Bar Harbor & MDI Region:
Bar Harbor
Seal Harbor
Southwest Harbor
Northeast Harbor
Bass Harbor
Somesville
Manset
Tremont

Blue Hill Peninsula Region:

Blue Hill
Brooklin
Brooksville
Sedgwick
Deer Isle
Stonington

Ellsworth Area:

Ellsworth
Lamoine
Surry
Downeast & Schoodic Area:
Sorrento
Steuben
Milbridge
Gouldsboro, Winter Harbor
Grindstone Neck
Corea by the Sea
Cherryfield
Addison
Harrington
Beals Island & Jonesport
Machias
Roque Bluffs

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Directory of Downeast Maine Fairs & Festivals for Bar Harbor, Acadia & MDI region, Blue Hill Peninsula Region, Ellsworth Area, Schoodic Peninsula & Machias Area 

In addition to enjoying the scenic areas, beaches, restaurants, shops, art galleries and activities, there are also many events scheduled along the Downeast Coast in Acadia, Bar Harbor, Seal Harbor, Northeast Harbor, Bass Harbor, Somesville, Manset, Tremont, Blue Hill, Brooklin, Brooksville, Sedgwick, Deer Isle, Stonington, Ellsworth, Lamoine, Surry, Sorrento, Steuben, Milbridge, Gouldsboro, Winter Harbor, Grindstone Neck, Corea, Cherryfield, Addison, Harrington, Beals Island, Jonesport, Machias and Roque Bluffs. Downeast Maine provides many events throughout the year, especially in the summer and fall months. 
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February 9 Ellsworth Winter Carnival

Come on out to Ellsworth Maine's winter carnival. Fun for all....card board sled races, ice sculptures, snowshoe races

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Ellsworth, Maine

April 19 Earth Day Celebration at the College of the Atlantic

This Bar Harbor area celebration includes nature walks, activities for children, booths from statewide organizations, festival films created by alumni, art exhibit, music and dance party. More information:  Call 288-5015

Bar Harbor,Maine
June 7-8 Bar Harbor Working Waterfront Celebration. 

The Bar Harbor Working Waterfront Celebration is what Downeast Maine is all about....On this day, we celebrate the fishermen. events include a Saturday evening Mooring Ball, casual dinner and dance.  On Sunday at noon there will be a Seafarer's Memorial Service and blessing of the boats at the town pier.  There will be food and games.  For more information call:  800-288-5103

Bar Harbor, Maine
June 12-15 Acadia Birding Festival

Celebrate the ecological wonders of the birds of the Gulf of Maine. Explore Mount Desert Island and its birds through numerous events and venues. Greet the warblers on early morning birding walks, visit with puffins and pelagic birds at sea, and observe Peregrine Falcons at an active breeding site in Acadia National Park. Lectures, walks, and adventures will connect you to Downeast Maine’s many bird species, diverse habitats and local birding experts. 

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MDI, Bar Harbor, Southwest Harbor, Maine

June 15-22 Legacy of the Arts Celebration.  This is a celebration of the rich history of art and culture on Mount Desert Island.  Evening outdoor concerts, workshops, meet the artists, receptions, exhibits and more. More information: 800-288-5103 Bar Harbor,Maine
June 20-22 Lupine Festival

If you love Lupine, this festival is for you. Enjoy 3 days of crafts, rummage sale, music concerts, art and sculpture show, boat excursions, airplane rides, quilt show, garden tour and children's activities.

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Deer Isle, Maine

June 29-July 7 Bar Harbor Music Festival. 

A festival with a wide variety of music ranging from chamber music, recitals, opera, pops, jazz, new composers and strong orchestra.  For more information call:  288-5744

Bar Harbor, Maine
July 4 World's Fastest Lobster Boat Race.

A festival lasting a few days chock full of lobster boat races, food, celebration, fireworks, and a hometown parade.  Watch the famous “Fastest Lobster Boat” race from the bridge!

 

Jonesport, Maine
July 4 Bar Harbor Independence Day.

Independence Day celebration starts bright and early at 6:00 a.m. with a blueberry pancake breakfast and 10 a.m. parade.  There will be food, lobster races, music and fireworks.

Bar Harbor, Maine
July 18-21
Quietside Festival

Harbor House Community Center offers four days of fun filled events in Southwest Harbor, Maine. Included will be a pancake breakfast, children's activities, road race, music events, a huge parade and much more.

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Southwest Harbor, Maine

 

July 26-27 Milbridge Days Renaissance Fair.

You will not want to miss this fair. This year's theme is Medieval Times: Milbridge, Fairest of them All.  This is a real treat with live performances. Autumn Tree Productions, based out of Massachusetts, will put on many shows during the 2 days, including The Sheriff Bracken Show, The Pretentious Wenches, The Great Unwashed, Autumn Tree Armored Combat Company, and Wandering Court.  There will also be the traditional Cod Fish Relay as covered by Sports Illustrated, Pie Eating Contests, Music, vendors and local fare.

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Milbridge, Maine
July 26-27 Art Show on the Green. 

Lots of great art will be available.  Come rain or shine.  For more information call:  800-423-9264

Southwest Harbor, Maine
July 25-27 Jazz Festival

Celebrate the 8th Annual Deer Isle Jazz Festival. See the Big Mardi Gras Indian Chief.

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Stonington, Maine Opera House
July 30-Aug 12 Schoodic Arts Festival

A two week celebration of arts and culture, including 63 Workshops, 14 Evening Performances, free Brown Bag lunchtime performances, an Art Show, a Silent Auction, and much, much more. 

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Winter Harbor, Maine
August 5 Lobster Festival

Don't miss this fantastic festival. Over 80 crafters, a lobster feast, variety of other foods such as french fries, cotton candy, kettle corn, nachos and snow-cones, listen to live music including a steel band,  see lobster boat races and a parade.

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Winter Harbor, Maine

August 5 Sullivan Daze

The celebration of summer will feature an entire day of food, fun and special events, including a fireworks display over Taunton Bay that will begin at 9 p.m.The event is a major fund-raising activity for the town’s Fire and Rescue Department and its Women’s Auxiliary. Firefighters will be serving up hamburgers, hot dogs and sausage.

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Sullivan, Maine
September 6 Acadia Music Festival

The Quietside Arts Association presents the 2008 Acadia Music Festival--a full day of music, arts & crafts, food vendors, local brewers and wineries. Country-Folk-Bluegrass-Rhythm & Blues - Pop Rock and more

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Southwest Harbor

 

October 11 Oktoberbest -Mount Desert Island Fall Celebration.

A tradition since 1995.  Meet the 23 Maine Brewmasters, Wines by Blacksmith's Winery, Sample Food at the International Food Court, Enjoy Music and Entertainment, Visit Maine Artisan's and Craft Booths

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Southwest  Harbor, Maine

 

June 26 Ocean Lecture Series
Lobsters Then and Now, A Century of Research and Attempted Management with Dr. J. Stanley Cobb.
Visit MERI on Main Street in downtown Blue Hill, Maine.  This is one of several lecture series held at MERI.  There will be a reception at 6pm followed with a lecture at 7pm.  For more information call: 374-2135, ext. 15

 

Blue Hill, Maine
August 1-3 Shangri-la Music and Arts Festival
This festival goes on for 3 days at the Blue Hill Fairgrounds. 
For more information call: 667-2200
Blue Hill, Maine
August 15-17 Wild Blueberry Festival

This is one festival that you shouldn't miss.  The Wild Blueberry Festival in Machias celebrates Downeast Maine's Blueberries.  Downeast Maine is the biggest blueberry supplier in the world and this festival  is one of the biggest in Downeast Maine.   There will be over 200 crafters, fine artists, pancake breakfast, contests, children's parade, activities, Black Fly Ball, food court, musical entertainment, races, pie eating contests, historical and cultural exhibits,and a lobster dinner, of course.  255-4402 or 255-6665

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Machias, Maine

 

August 15-17 Blue Hill Blue Grass Festival & Old Time Show

If you enjoy Blue Grass, you'll enjoy this festival with a line up of the best musicians in the country.  If you like picking, bring your instrument and pick with other visitors, make friends and have an awesome time.

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 Blue Hill, Maine

 

August 16 Jesup Memorial Book Sale. 

The Jesup Memorial Library at 34 Mount Desert Street will be selling thousands of books, records, magazines, videos, audio books, puzzles and more.  There will also be an assortment of baked goods.  The sale is from 9am-4pm.  For more information call:  288-4245

 

Bar Harbor, Maine
August 28-Sept 1 Blue Hill Fair

For over 115 years, the Blue Hill Fairs has been the premier event of Downeast Maine.   Rides, games, gifts, activities, food and fantastic concerts await you at the Blue Hill Fair. See livestock demonstrations, visit the 4H building, crafters building, flower show, fruit and vegetable show...see the winners of the best.  Enjoy fair food such as blooming onions, sausage, pizza, burgers, delicious Maine potato french fries, subs, apple crisp, blueberry crisp, ice cream...all scrumptious.  This is a premier event that everyone enjoys. 

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Blue Hill Fair, Blue Hill, Maine

 

September 4 Ocean Lecture Series
Unexplained Mortalities and Toxic Chemicals, Can The Gulf of Maine Harbor Seal Survive? with Dr. Susan Shaw.   This is one of several Ocean lectures held at MERI.  There is always a full house during these lectures.  Come join MERI in downtown Blue Hill, Maine beginning with a reception at 6p.m. and lecture at 7p.m.
 
Blue Hill, Maine
October 16-17 Foliage Food and Wine Festival. 

The beautiful coastal village of Blue Hill celebrates find food and wine featuring chefs and specialty food producers of the Blue Hill Peninsula.  Come on down to Blue Hill to this wonderful event.  For more information call 374-3242

Blue Hill, Maine
December 5 Village Holidays and Midnight Madness Sale.  

Welcome Santa to the Village Green.  There will be activities for adults and children, including pictures taken with Santa.  Big shop discounts, music, food, drink and midnight raffles.  The event is from 8 p.m. to midnight.

Bar Harbor, Maine
December 31 First Night Celebration.  A New Year's evening around the bonfire with games and hot chocolate for the kids.  Events through the evening and midnight. Bar Harbor, Maine
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