Activities and Events in Maine
March 2013

Even for people who love winter in Maine, the month of March - with the first day of Spring - is usually a much anticipated time of year. And the many activities and events in Maine, March 2013 wonderfully reflect the change of seasons, with lots of fun things to do in Maine, indoors AND out.

To combat the remnants of the cold and snow many local dining establishments begin the month by participating in the Annual Maine Restaurant Week...

...and ski resorts in Maine, and towns and villages throughout the state, will say farewell to winter with Winter Festivals and Sno Carnivals.

However, activities and events in Maine, March 2013 also show signs of spring...

On the March calendar of events are a week long Irish celebration capped off with a St. Patrick's Day parade, a Spring Fling Party, Maine Maple Sunday...

...fun Easter events, and a sure indicator that warmer days are ahead - some of the best Maine boat shows!

Although Spring's arrival is a fun time of year in Maine, there is one thing you should know about the weather in Maine in March...

...more often than not, it is "Mud Season" and can be messy, particularly if there is a lot of melting snow. However, as long as you wear protective footwear, and dress according to the local forecast, you should thoroughly enjoy all of the fun activities and events in Maine, March 2013.

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March Maine Event Calendar 2013

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

Very important...
Activities and events in Maine, March 2013 may not reflect schedule changes or cancellations. Before heading out, please confirm event dates and event locations.

Activities and Events in Maine, March 2013 are listed by event date. For maps and driving directions click on the Map links.

When: Thursday, March 1, 2013 - Saturday, March 10, 2013
Where: Various locations throughout Maine
More information: Maine Restaurant Week

Maine Restaurant Week provides participating restaurants an excellent opportunity to showcase their establishments during what is otherwise a quiet time of year. Not only do the restaurants in Maine benefit, but also their suppliers and other local businesses.

"Customers love it because the specially priced three-course menus offer value that feels downright decadent."

Portland, Maine Hotels...

When: Friday, March 1, 2013 - Sunday, March 3, 2013
Where: Rumford, Maine - Map
More information: Black Mountain of Maine

Great family entertainment at the Annual WinterFest at Black Mountain, for skiers and non-skiers. Past event have included live music, ski and snowboard events, horse drawn wagon rides, sled rides. and a scenic lift ride to a summit barbecue are scheduled throughout the weekend.

When: Friday, March 8, 2013 - Sunday, March 10, 2013
Where: Augusta, Maine - Map
More information: America's Best Shows, 2013 Boat Show Schedule

Held at the Augusta Civic Center, this boat show will feature a great selection of new 2013 models, with many boat dealers offering "affordable and starter boats, motors, and trailer packages".

Read more about Maine Boat Shows 2013...

When: Friday, March 8, 2013 - Sunday, March 10, 2013
Where: Orono, Maine - Map
More information: Penobscot County Conservation Association

Hunting, fishing and sporting goods products will be on display at the University of Maine Field House. The whole family is invited with children under 6 admitted free and ages 6-11 costing only $1.00.

When: Saturday, March 9, 2013 - Thursday, March 16, 2013
Where: Portland, Maine - Map
More information: Maine Jewish Film Festival, 2013 Schedule

The Maine Jewish Film Festival, MJFF, has "grown to be one of the best-attended, most well-respected, and highly-anticipated cultural events in the State. We attract a diverse, sophisticated, and deeply loyal audience base who loves independent film."

Portland, Maine Hotels...

When: Sunday, March 10, 2013
Where: Bath, Maine - Map
More information: Bath Antique Shows

Paul Fuller Promotions will be sponsoring four 2013 antique shows at Bath Middle School on Congress Avenue, in Bath - in January, February, March and April. Shows promise to be not only interesting but educational, with an expert on hand at each event.

More Activities and Events in Maine, March 2013...

When: Monday, March 11, 2013, Sunday, March 17, 2013
Where: Bath, Maine - Map
More information: Main Street Bath, Bath Blarney Days

In honor of Saint Patrick's Day, every year the City of Ships becomes the City of the Irish. There are weeklong festivities including Irish films, a Moonlight Madness Sale, the 5K "Shamrock Sprint", an Irish Soda Bread Baking Contest, live music (including bagpipers) and the largest St. Patrick's Day Parade in Maine.

When: Friday, March 15, 2013 - Sunday, March 17, 2013
Where: Portland, Maine - Map
More information: Maine Boatbuilders Show

With builders present to discuss their work, this is a collection of the finest wooden boats and fiberglass boats, built on the East Coast, including sailboats, powerboats, canoes, kayaks, and rowing boats.

Read more about Maine boat shows 2013...

Portland, Maine Hotels...

When: Saturday, March 16, 2013
Where: Bridgton, Maine - Map
More information: Shawnee Peak Maine, Calendar

Join the fun as Shawnee Peak puts on their annual Spring celebration, with barbeque burgers and dogs, live entertainment, and of course - lots of soft snow and hours of lounging on Shawnee Peak Blizzard's Pub party deck.

At 1:30 the Slush Cup begins. Until the law of gravity gets the best of them skiers and boarders will test their skills when they skim the surface of a 100 foot man made pond!

Fryeburg, Maine B&B's, Inns, Motels... (around 20 minutes from Bridgton, ME)

When: Saturday, March 16, 2013
Where: Old Orchard Beach, Maine - Map
More information: Old Orchard Beach Chamber of Commerce, Activities and Events

An Easter egg hunt, Easter parade, photos with the Old Orchard Beach Bunny costumed character, animal balloons and other fun-filled games will take place at the Loranger Middle School from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Admission is free to the general public.

More Activities and Events in Maine, March 2013...

When: Sunday, March 17, 2013
Where: Carrabassett Valley, Maine - Map
More information: Maine Huts & Trails, Ski Marathon and Tour

Maine Huts and Trails’ 5th Annual Ski Marathon and Tour will take place on Sunday, March 17th.

A point-to-point race/tour through the hills of Western Maine, the event will feature 3 different distances, a 60K, 40K and 20K, and are limited to 175 participants in total.

Awards and prizes will be presented to the top three male and female participants for each of the three races. Food and refreshments will be provided over the course of the event and a free post-race lunch will be served at the Sugarloaf Outdoor Center, where each of the three races conclude.

Special lodging packages are available to participants as well as shuttle services to the races. For 60K participants, lodging includes an overnight stay at Grand Falls Hut on Saturday, March 16th and includes a complimentary dinner and race-day breakfast.

The 40K offers both a lodger option and a non-lodger option. For those who wish to spend the night, the package includes dinner, accommodations, a race-day breakfast, and shuttle service to the race.

The 20K is a great option for those who are looking for a one day race experience. It finishes at the Sugarloaf Outdoor Center along with the other races.

When: Sunday, March 17th at 8:00 AM for the 60K 9:30 AM for the 20K, 10:00 AM for 40K.

Where: The 60K begins at Grand Falls Hut, the 40K begins at the Flagstaff Hut trailhead and the 20K begins at the Gravel Pit on Long Falls Dam Road. All three races conclude at the Sugarloaf Outdoor Center. Race day check-in for participants not spending Saturday night at the huts will be held from 7:00 – 8:15 AM at the Sugarloaf Outdoor Center as well.

Cost: $45 per person for the 20K $55 per person for the 40K and $115 for the race and lodging package $125 per person for the 60K which includes the required lodging package A discounted rate of $25 per person for teams of 6 or more (for High School and College participants only) is being offered.

*Additional fees apply for participants requesting private room.

Registration closes at 5:00 PM on March 15th. For additional information and to sign up, please visit www.mainehuts.org/ski-marathon/ or call (207) 265-2400. Space is limited. Volunteers are also needed, for more information please call the number above or email volunteer@mainehuts.org.

When: Saturday, March 23, 2013
Where: Bridgton, Maine - Map
More information: Shawnee Peak, Calendar

Whatever the size of your old mattress - king, queen, full or double - do your best to make it the best looking and fastest on the course and you'll be eligible for a prize. The fastest mattress wins a queen mattress and box spring from Americas Mattress and Furniture Gallery.

The best most uniquely decorated mattress will also win a prize (however, nothing a substantial as the fastest one on the hill!). Before preparing your race mattress be sure to read the rules on what will, and what will not make a qualifying bed.

Fryeburg, Maine Motels, Inns, B&B's... (around 20 minutes from Bridgton, ME)

When: Saturday, March 23, 2013
Where: Orrington, Maine - Map
More information: Curran Homestead

The Spring Fling at the Curran Homestead combines three great Maine spring events into one - a Maple Syrup Festival, Irish Celebration and Easter Egg Hunt will all take place simultaneously. You and your kids can watch as sap is turned into maple syrup, hunt for colored Easter eggs, and listening to Irish music and sampling food.

More Activities and Events in Maine, March 2013...

When: Saturday, March 23, 2013
Where: Newry, Maine - Map
More information: Maine Adaptive Sports and Recreation, Ski-A-Thon

Held at the Sunday River Ski Resort, this event was previously the Maine Handicap Skiing Ski-A-Thon...

It’s the only time during the year when a "majority of our participants, volunteers, and supporters are all together, so we make sure it's a fun time."

Sunday River, Maine places to stay...

When: Saturday, March 23, 2013 - Sunday, March 24, 2013
Where: Owl's Head, Maine - Map
More information: Owl's Head Transportation Museum, Events 2013

Both kit models and hand creations will be on display at this family oriented event at the Owl's Head Transportation Museum. Antique model steam engines, cars, planes and trains will be exhibited and Maine weather permitting, there will be an indoor and outdoor airplane and car model demonstrations. Make-and-take family activities are also planned.

When: Sunday, March 24, 2013
Where: Freeport, Maine - Map
More information: Maine Wedding Association website, Freeport Bridal Show page

Maine wedding vendors and national vendors will be on hand for an event that will features continuous "Fashions - Food - Festivities". Arrive early! The first 100 brides will receive special gifts.

Freeport, Maine hotels...

When: Sunday, March 24, 2013
Where: Various locations throughout Maine
More information: Maine Department of Agriculture, Maine Maple Sunday

Each spring Maine's maple producers open their doors and welcome the public to Maine Maple Sunday. Many sugarhouses offer free tastings and live demonstrations on how maple syrup is produced. Some of them serve maple syrup treats, such as syrup on pancakes or ice-cream, and provide sleigh rides or wagon ride, live music and a variety of family activities.

This unique Maine event, is held annually on the fourth Sunday of March. However, some sugarhouses have extended dates, while a few others have alternate dates. Be sure to check schedules with each sugarhouse.

When: Friday, March 29, 2013
Where: Portland, Maine - Map
More information: Stache Pag

Celebrating "creative facial hair" the Mustache Pageant and Film Festival at the Port City Civic Center is truly a unique event - complete with a cat-walk!

When: Friday, March 29, 2013 - Sunday, March 31, 2013
Where: Bangor, Maine - Map
More information: Maine Civic Center, Events

New boat lines and all things boating will be on display at the Bangor Boat Show, held at the Bangor Civic Center and Auditorium.

Read more about Maine boat shows 2013....

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