Activities and Events in Maine
May 2010
Visiting Maine
in May can be a great time to take
advantage of all that Maine has to offer. By May, certainly
by Memorial Day Weekend,
most seasonal businesses will have reopened, and those that remained
open for the winter will be eager to greet their first visitors
of the 2010 season.
As you can see from the list of some of the best activities
and events in Maine, May
2010...
...many are geared toward outdoor activities, and
why wouldn't they be, with the
promise of a
forecast for warmer
weather.
However, from early month Cinco de Mayo festivals,
to
Mother's Day celebrations, and Memorial Day Parades and parties, if
needed, you will
also find entertaining indoor, rainy day things to do in Maine, for you
and your
family.
Many hotels in Maine, B&B's, inns and
mom-and-pop-motels, offer pre-season, special discount rates
during the month, making it that much easier to take part in a variety
of May events and
activities - well before the summer tourists arrive.
Do
you sponsor a Maine event, or know of one to share?
If so, the form at the bottom of this page is for
you! Use it for Activities and Events in Maine, May 2010, or
any other timeframe. In addition to Activities and Events in
Maine, April 2010, you can add events to the April,
June,
July,
or August
2010
calendars.
Great-Maine-Vacations.com will soon include
pages
for September, 2010, October 2010, etc., so...
...it's not too early to submit your Maine summer
activities, or fall or winter events.
May Maine Event Calendar 2010
With all the things
to do in Maine in May, 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, May 2010 may not reflect schedule changes or
cancellations. Before heading out, confirm event dates and event
locations.
Activities and
Events in Maine, May 2010 are listed by event date. For maps and driving
directions click on the Map links.
When:
Friday, April 30, 2010 - Sunday, May 2, 2010
Where:
Ogunquit, Maine - Map
More
information: Ogunquit
Chamber of Commerce website, Cinco de Mayo
page
"Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with us in 2010 during
our 2nd Annual Cinco de Mayo Weekend Celebration! In keeping with the
weekend's theme, several restaurants will have special menus, and the
clubs will be decked out in their Mexican finest."
When:
Saturday, May 8, 2010
Where:
Aroostook River in Maine
- Map
More
information: North Star Search and Rescue website, Race
page
"The Aroostook River
60 Mile Canoe & Kayak Race has been changed from the 60 mile to
the 30 mile Race. Many of the racers felt that a 30 mile race would be
better so we are implementing that into our race this year."
When:
Sunday, May 9, 2010
Where:
Portland, Maine
- Map
More
information: Maine Track Club
website, Portland Seadogs Race
page
"Awards: The overall male and female
winners will receive a trophy and a pair of season tickets for the
remainder of the 2010 season, and will throw out the first pitch prior
to the next Sea Dogs home game. Additional awards go to the top three
male and female finishers in the following age groups:..."
When:
Friday, May 14, 2010 - Sunday, May 16, 2010
Where:
Fryeburg, Maine
- Map
More
information: Dickson &
McGonigle website, Fryeburg Show
page
"From flower buds to taste buds a Spring Fair is
in the air."
When:
Saturday, May 15, 2010
Where:
Old Orchard Beach, Maine
- Map
More
information: Old Orchard Beach
Maine Chamber of Commerce website, Events page
"All day event featuring over 30 microbrews and
live music on the Pier."
When:
Saturday, May 15, 2010 - Saturday, June 12, 2010
Where:
Moosehead Lake Region in Maine
- Map
More
information: Moosehead Lake Region Chamber of Commerce
website, Events Calendar page
"Each spring the Moosehead Lake Region hosts a
month long celebration of the area's favorite resident - THE MOOSE! The
events take place during the time of the year when moose are most
visible. This year's events include the Moose River Canoe Race,
Moosterpiece Craft Fair, Moose Mainea Kid's Fun Day, Famous Moose
Tales, a Quest Fest, and the Chamber of Commerce's Annual Moose Photo
Contest "
More
Activities
and Events in Maine, May 2010...
When:
Friday, May 21, 2010 - Sunday, May 23, 2010
Where:
Deer Isle, Maine
- Map
More
information: Deer Isle -
Stonington Chamber of Commerce website, Calendar page
"4th annual Festival for "birding by land, by sea
and by art". Puffin and pelagic boat trips, eagle spotting, local
foods, lectures, walks, fun!"
When:
Saturday, May 22, 2010
Where:
Portland, Maine - Map
More
information: LearnYourBeer.com
website, Spring Brewers Festival
page
"A New Spring Tradition Begins!" This is
the First Annual Spring Brewers Festival.
When:
Friday, May 28, 2010 - Monday, May 31, 2010
Where:
Cobscook Bay
area of Downeast Maine
and Campobello Island, NB - Map
More
information: Down East Spring
Birding Festival website
"The Annual Down East Spring Birding Festival
provides a unique experience in "the real Maine" where birders can get
out on their own and observe a great variety of birds in diverse
natural environments. The festival offers birders various self-guided
explorations as well as guided hikes, boat tours, and presentations led
by area experts."
When:
Friday,
May 28, 2010 - Monday, May 31, 2010
Where:
South Paris, Maine - Map
More
information: McLaughlin Gardens
website, Programs and Events page
"Our 13th annual lilac celebration! Experience the
colors and scents of one of the largest lilac collections in Maine.
Perennials and lilacs will be on sale all weekend. Our historic house,
gift shop, and café will be open as well."
When:
Saturday, May 29, 2010 - Sunday, May 30, 2010
Where:
Owls Head,
Maine
- Map
More
information: Owls Head Transportation website, Event page
"Antique cars & trucks kick-off our
outdoor event season. Pre-1990 vehicles—any make or model—are welcome."
Are you Planning any Events in Maine?
...or know of one that should be shared?
Just send me the details and I will be happy to
include it in the appropriate section. Soon, in addition to Activities
and Events in Maine, May 2010, (and April,
June
and July
2010), pages will be
added for other summer events in Maine, as well as fall and winter
activities.
(If you would like me to include an event image,
please mention so in the Additional Comments section and I will provide
you
with my
email address.)
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