Activities and Events in Maine
August 2010

August typically brings warm temperatures, lots of sunshine, and more things to do in Maine than at any other time of year. As a matter of fact...

...there are so many activities and events in Maine, August 2010 that you may have a difficult time deciding just how to spend your Maine vacation.

Maine state fairs with agricultural exhibits, crafts shows, ox pulls, pig scrambles, giant size Midway's, parades, fireworks displays, and plenty of family activities are scheduled throughout the month. And from the coast of Maine to its mountains...

...activities and events in Maine, August 2010 include lots of celebrations and festivals, featuring two of Maine's most popular foods - Maine wild blueberries and the decadent Maine lobster!

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For other entertainment, outdoor concerts (including a bluegrass festival and a jazz festival), lobster boat races, an in-water boat show, antique shows, and plenty of other summer activities are on the Maine calendar of events for August.

What if the Maine weather in August is not as nice as you planned? Although most of the activities and events in Maine, August 2010 will be held outdoors, and not necessarily considered "rainy day activities", you will often find tents and other shelter nearby that can serve as a temporary escape. If you plan ahead, and bring an umbrella or hooded jacket, a little rain should not dampen the fun!

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August Maine Event Calendar 2010

With all the things to do in Maine in August, this list will continue to grow. Please check back periodically to see what current events have been added.

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Activities and events in Maine, August 2010 may not reflect schedule changes or cancellations. Before heading out, confirm event dates and event locations.

Activities and Events in Maine, August 2010 are listed by event date. For maps and driving directions click on the Map links.

When: Friday, July 30 - Sunday, August 1, 2010
Where: Boothbay Harbor, Maine - Map
More information: Boothbay Region Land Trust website, Boat Builders Festival page

A weekend full of events... On Friday night, the Boat Builders Cocktail Buffet and Art Show Premiere is held at the Ocean Point Marina in East Boothbay. Saturday's events include the Boat Builders Festival Art Show and Sale, at the Ocean Point Marina, and at the Harbor Theater in Boothbay Harbor, The Harbor Theater Special Screening of The Fish Belong to the People.

Sunday's activities, held in East Boothbay, include boats on the land and in the water, "...famous vessels, gigantic seafood feast, huge art show, nautical exhibits, a pirate invasion, free kids activities, live music, shipyard tours, nautical and sustainable product vendors, and much more"

When: Friday, July 30 - Saturday, August 7, 2010
Where: Presque Isle, Maine - Map
More information: Northern Maine Fairgrounds website

"It's that time of year again - and planning for the 156th Annual Northern Maine Fair is well under way. We have some exciting events in the works, as well as, Vicenta's White Tiger Show already solidified."

When: Friday, July 30 - Sunday, August 8, 2010
Where: Bangor, Maine - Map
More information: Bangor Maine State Fair website

With a Swampmaster's Gator Show and Exhibit, an Aussie Kingdom, the Backyard Circus (back by popular demand), the Great American Duck Races, and magic, music, and group drumming by Buffalo and Brandy, the Bangor Maine State Fair is sure to provide family fun for every age group.

When: Friday, July 30 - Sunday, August 8, 2010
Where: York Beach, Maine - Map
More information: York Parks and Recreation Department website, Special Events and York Days page

Live music, crafts, food, and fun family activities are scheduled during this week long celebration that leads up to the York Days Craft Fair on August 7th and 8th. But perhaps that most highlighted event is Christmas in July in York Beach, with the Lighting of the Nubble...

..."The Parks and Recreation Department will be sponsoring the 18th Annual Christmas in July celebration on Sunday, August 1st. Our summer residents and vacationers will have a chance to see the Nubble as it appears each year during the Christmas season. A spectacular view from Sohier Park features the keeper’s house and tower entirely outlined in white lights. The Seacoast Wind Ensemble, beginning at 8:00 pm, will provide entertainment."

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When: Saturday, July 31 - Sunday, August 1, 2010
Where: Bar Harbor, Maine - Map
More information: Bar Harbor Chamber of Commerce website, Summer Arts and Crafts Festival page

"Over 100 Juried Craftsmen will display and sell their American made works. Specialty food sampling, craft demonstrations and live music complete this perfect summertime event."

When: Wednesday, August 4 - Sunday, August 8, 2010
Where: Rockland, Maine - Map
More information: Maine Lobster Festival website

At the Rockland, Maine Lobster Festival in Harbor Park, see what is acclaimed to be the world's largest lobster cooker, various arts and crafts vendors, U.S. Coast Guard Station tours, seafood cooking contests, road races, carnival rides, games and activities for the kids, along with great live entertainment, and the Big Parade - featuring a variety of bands, floats, marching units, and the newly crowned Sea Goddess and her Sea Princesses.

And, as a special treat, the United States Navy will be sending a ship to visit Rockland during the week of the 2010 Maine Lobster Festival!

When: Friday, August 6 - Saturday, August 7, 2010
Where: Wilton, Maine - Map
More information: Wilton Blueberry Festival website

The 28th Annual Wilton Blueberry Festival will provide two full days of non-stop family entertainment. Events include sidewalk and yard sales, with food and crafts, a lobster roll bag Lunch, boat tours, a chicken BBQ, a parade, a quilt and rug show, the Wilton Fireman's Muster, a chili tasting contest, ;and...

...lots and lots of blueberries with a Blueberry Pancake Breakfast, a Blueberry Cook-Off, Blueberry picking at the Wilton Blueberry Farm, and a Blueberry Bazaar, all ending on Saturday evening with a boat parade and fireworks.

When: Saturday, August 7, 2010
Where: Rangeley, Maine - Map
More information: Saddleback Mountain website, Bluegrass Festival page

The popular Bluegrass Festival will feature "two of the top names in bluegrass music; the David Grisman Bluegrass Experience and the Del McCoury Band, along with Darol Anger, Scott Law, & Sharon Gilchrist and the Infamous Stringdusters and Maine bands including the Jerks of Grass and the Stowaways".

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When: Sunday, August 8 - Saturday, August 14, 2010
Where: Topsham, Maine - Map
More information: Topsham Fair website

The Topsham Fair 2010 schedule of events should be available soon. Please check back for more information on the annual fair held at the Topsham Fairgrounds.

When: Thursday, August 12 - Saturday, August 21, 2010
Where: Skowhegan, Maine - Map
More information: Skowhegan State Fair website

The Skowhegan State Fair 2010 schedule of events should be available soon. Please check back for more information on the nation's oldest continuously run agricultural fair.

When: Friday, August 13 - Saturday, August 14, 2010
Where: Greenville, Maine - Map
More information: Forest Heritage Days website

"Since 1991, when the Maine Forest Service observed its 100th anniversary protecting Maine forests, a group of Moosehead Lake region individuals has organized Forest Heritage Days, dedicated from the start to providing the public a singular opportunity to learn about the working forests of Maine - the history, the present practices, and what’s in store for the future."

Today, Forest Heritage Days continues to combine education and entertainment in a unique fashion, featuring displays, tours, discussion forums, music, humor, crafts, food and the Game of Logging, "an exciting and highly skilled competition between Certified Logging Professional Level 4 loggers".

When: Friday, August 13 - Sunday, August 15, 2010
Where: Union, Maine - Map
More information: Maine Antiques Festival website

The 29th Annual Maine Antiques Festival will feature "...dealers from across the country offering a wide variety of antiques for sale from formal to folk art."

When: Friday, August 13 - Sunday, August 15, 2010
Where: Rockland, Maine - Map
More information: Maine Boats, Homes & Harbors website, Boat Show page

Boat builders, artists, architects, craftsmen, marine gear vendors, and musicians will all be at Harbor Park in Rockland, Maine for the only in-water boat show in the state. With 70 boats in the water and 150 exhibitors on land, fine food, live music, a children's area, zucchini boat racing, and the running of the 8th Annual World Championship Boatyard Dog Trials, this can be a fun event for the entire family.

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When: Saturday, August 14, 2010
Where: Winter Harbor, Maine - Map
More information: Schoodic Chamber of Commerce website, Winter Harbor Lobster Festival page

Every year the second Saturday of August draws a big crowd to Winter Harbor for a fun family day of lobster boat races, a crafts fair, with more than 80 exhibitors, lobster dinner, and a late afternoon parade.

When: Wednesday, August 18 - Friday, August 20, 2010
Where: Bar Harbor, Maine - Map
More information: Bar Harbor Jazz Festival website

The Bar Harbor Jazz Festival 2010 schedule of events should be available soon. Please check back for more information.

When: Friday, August 20 - Sunday, August 22, 2010
Where: Lewiston - Auburn, Maine - Map
More information: Great Falls Balloon Festival website

Located on the banks of the beautiful Androscoggin River, the Festival, attracts "crowds of approximately 100,000 visitors annually. The river, with its backdrop of the rocky Great Falls, provides a picturesque setting for the thirty to forty Balloons which visit annually, including some special shape balloons."

In addition to balloons, the Festival features food booths, craft and trade booths, a children's area with entertainment for toddlers to teens, live music, a carnival, a parade, and various demonstrations and contests.

When: Friday, August 20 - Sunday, August 22, 2010
Where: Machias, Maine - Map
More information: Machias Wild Blueberry Festival website

"A seriously fun festival" ...with Blueberry Musical Comedy, 5-mile and 1-mile foot races, baking and pie eating contests, a variety of musical entertainment, historical and cultural exhibits, tours and lectures, children's entertainment, children's parade and kid zone, a community worship service, blueberry pancake breakfast, chicken barbeque, fish fry, and bean supper!

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When: Saturday, August 21 - Saturday, August 28, 2010
Where: Union, Maine - Map
More information: Union Fair website

"Join us at this classic event celebrating agriculture in the state of Maine. The fairgrounds are nestled among the rolling hills and beautiful farmlands in Union, Maine. There are activities and entertainment for all age groups...".

When: Thursday, August 26 - Sunday, August 29, 2010
Where: Acton, Maine - Map
More information: Acton Fair website

Bring the whole family for horse and ox pulling, 4-H animal events, a pig scramble, the Ms. Acton Pageant, a parade, and much more!

When: Thursday, August 26 - Sunday, August 29, 2010
Where: Dover-Foxcroft, Maine - Map
More information: Piscataquis Valley Fair website

The Piscataquis Valley Fair 2010 schedule of events should be available soon. Please check back for more information.

When: Sunday, August 29 - Monday, September 6, 2010
Where: Windsor, Maine - Map
More information: Windsor Fair website

"A family tradition since 1888"... the Windsor Fair is an agricultural, crafts and arts event, complete with Pig Scramble, a Farmer's Ox Pull, a Farmer's Horse Women's Skillet Throwing Contest, a Horse Twitching Contest, a Demolition Derby, horse racing, a Giant Midway, and much, much more!

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