WHAT’S HAPPENING:
DOWNEAST EVENTS
Memory-making activities in Downeast Maine:
13th Annual Bed Races
Watch as teams from area businesses and organizations race decorated beds down Cottage Street!
The race starts in front of The 1932 Criterion Theatre. If you have a team that would like to participate in the Bed Races, click here for rules and registration!
Downeast Cider + Cheese Festival
DOWNEAST CIDER + CHEESE FESTIVAL
NOVEMBER 11+ 12, 2022
Celebrating a revival of two traditional foods, hard cider, and cheese, the Downeast Cider + Cheese Festival honors the rich tradition of Maine’s historic apple industry, the first and only event of its kind in the state. Want to be the first to know when ticket and tasting bags go on sale? Follow this link to be added to their email list.
2022 Festival Events:
Virtual and in-person tastings
Festival Market with Maine purveyors
Live Music
Cider Pressing
Book Talk
27th Annual Early Bird Pajama Sale
Roll out of bed and shop local to find some deals at Bar Harbor's finest retail locations for the annual Early Bird Pajama Sale, where those who shop in their pajamas receive even better savings!
Bangor Mall Craft Fair
Bangor Veterans Day Craft Fair will be held on November 5-6, 2022. It is hosting amazing crafters and vendors selling all kinds of items and holiday gifts.
Bangor Mall Craft Fair
Bangor Veterans Day Craft Fair will be held on November 5-6, 2022. It is hosting amazing crafters and vendors selling all kinds of items and holiday gifts.
Bar Harbor's Eden Farmers Market
Bar Harbor Eden Farmers' Market
Fresh vegetables
Local fruit
Pork, beef, chicken and other meats and poultry
Milk
Eggs
Goat, cow and sheep cheeses
Baked Goods
Locally Roasted Coffee
Ethnic cuisine and locally prepared foods
Pickles, jams and jellies
Granola
Maple syrup
Mushrooms
Flowers
Seedlings
Cured meats and jerky
Pasta
Health and Beauty Products
Learn more by visiting their website at mdifarmersmarkets.com
Ivy Manor Inn House of Horrors
Take a tour through this historic inn and see what horrors await! Do you dare?! (This spooky event is designed for adults.)
$5 suggested donation at the door. All proceeds benefit Jesup Memorial Library. Learn more by visiting their website at ivymanor.com
Trunk or Treat at the Y!
Come join the party at the MDI YMCA!
Costume contest, fun games, and prizes are all a part of the MDI YMCA Halloween celebration!
If you'd like to host a trunk at the MDI YMCA for this event, please contact Taylor Walls at childcare@mdiymca.org
Donations are accepted at the front of the parking lot and will go towards the MDI YMCA childcare.
Bar Harbor's Eden Farmers Market
Bar Harbor Eden Farmers' Market
Fresh vegetables
Local fruit
Pork, beef, chicken and other meats and poultry
Milk
Eggs
Goat, cow and sheep cheeses
Baked Goods
Locally Roasted Coffee
Ethnic cuisine and locally prepared foods
Pickles, jams and jellies
Granola
Maple syrup
Mushrooms
Flowers
Seedlings
Cured meats and jerky
Pasta
Health and Beauty Products
Learn more by visiting their website at mdifarmersmarkets.com
Windjammer Days
This year marks the 60th annual Windjammer Days in Boothbay Harbor. Majestic windjammers gather from up and down the coast to participate in this exciting early-season event. Shoreside activities include music and fireworks!
Main events:
Harbor Aglow - Sunday, June 26
Pirates of the Dark Rose - Tuesday & Wednesday, June 28 & 29
Gathering of the Fleet - Wednesday, June 29
Cod Fish Races - Wednesday, June 29
Street Parade - Wednesday, June 29
Fireworks over the Harbor - Wednesday, June 29
Antique Boat Parade & Pier Party - Thursday, June 30
Artist's Alley - Thursday & Friday, June 30 & July 1
Learn more by visiting boothbayharborwindjammerdays.org
Camden Farmer’s Market
Rain or shine: Saturday market runs from early May through October, 9am – 12 Noon
Sign up for their weekly newsletter at camdenfarmersmarket.org
Summer Solstice Dock Party
Where: Journey’s End Marina
Cost: FREE! (No cover, cash bar.)
Adults only! Music and dancing with music by Red House.
Summer Solstice Celebration
Who wouldn’t want to kickoff summer by joining in on a street party?! If you like food, music and fun, we’ll see you there!
Where: Main St in Rockland
Cost: FREE!
Camden Farmer’s Market
Rain or shine: Saturday market runs from early May through October, 9am – 12 Noon
Sign up for their weekly newsletter at camdenfarmersmarket.org
Jazz in June
Jazz is June is happening: the famous Brubeck Brothers Quartet, plus special guests/acclaimed guitarists Martin Taylor and Frank Vignola, will perform Friday, June 17, at 7:30 p.m. This special night has been in the works for two years - get your tickets today at camdenoperahouse.com!
Jazz in June is a 3-day event that takes place all throughout Camden, Maine – the Camden Opera House, Blue Cafe, Camden Snow Bowl, and the Public Landing all host events for Jazz in June. You can even find events taking place in various inns and restaurants, as well as in the streets and on schooners!
Full Moon Sail Aboard Schooner Olad
Watch the sun go down behind the mountains of Camden Hills State Park, then turn seaward and watch the moon rise over the islands of Penobscot Bay. B.Y.O.B.
Book online at maineschooners.com
Camden Farmer’s Market
Rain or shine: Saturday market runs from early May through October, 9am – 12 Noon
Sign up for their weekly newsletter at camdenfarmersmarket.org
Camden Farmer’s Market
Rain or shine: Saturday market runs from early May through October, 9am – 12 Noon
Sign up for their weekly newsletter at camdenfarmersmarket.org