Activities and Events in Maine
September 2010
Yes, there were lots of things to do in Maine
during the summer, almost an overload, but when you look at the list of
Maine
activities and events in September 2010, you will see that
the
fun continues. As a
matter
of fact, for some people...
...September is the best
time to visit Maine. As summer gives way to fall...
...the
average September temperature in Maine is typically cooler than
the warmer months of July and August.
And with school
age
children back in class, the height of Maine's tourist season
has
passed. However, through early fall...
...most
lodging accommodations, restaurants, shops, museums, galleries, and
other Maine tourist
attractions
will remain open, giving Maine visitors
a chance to enjoy the fun activities and events in Maine,
September 2010.
Beginning with a variety of Labor
Day events, festivals, and holiday entertainment, the
September
calendar of Maine activities is filled with...
...some of the best agricultural fairs in Maine,
the Camden Maine Windjammer Festival, a Bikefest, the Bethel Chowdah
Cookoff, a Tri-State Fishing Tournament, art shows, car shows, and
truck shows - all perfect for the cooler days and nights!
And what if you need a rainy
day activity? Many Maine September events are geared
for outdoor fun. However, you will often find tents or other
shelter nearby that can serve as temporary refuge. If rain
is forecast,
just bring along an umbrella or hooded rain jacket, and
remember that a few raindrops can be part of the fun!
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September Maine Event Calendar 2010
With all the things
to do in Maine in September, 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, September 2010 may not reflect schedule changes or
cancellations. Before heading out, confirm event dates and event
locations.
Activities and
Events in Maine, September 2010 are listed by event date. For maps and driving
directions click on the Map links.
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!
When:
Thursday, September 2, 2010 - Monday, September 6, 2010
Where:
Blue Hill, Maine - Map
More
information: Blue Hill Fair website
"The Blue Hill Fair is a true "Down to Earth"
Country Fair. Always scheduled around Labor Day weekend, the fair
boasts of some of the finest entertainment, attractions, and exhibits.
Situated in the small coastal town of Blue Hill, Maine, the Fair draws
thousands from all over the state to enjoy a fun-filled weekend."
When:
Friday, September 3, 2010 - Sunday, September 5, 2010
Where:
Camden, Maine - Map
More
information: Camden Windjammer Festival
website
"Every year on Labor Day weekend thousands of
visitors from as far away as Alaska and as near as Bay View Street in
Camden gather along the wharfs and parks to explore the ships
themselves, learn salty crafts and skills, and swap sea stories and
songs in talent shows and concerts that appeal to landlubbers and
swabbies alike. Now in its sixteenth year, the Camden Windjammer
Festival has become a wildly popular event for tourists as well as
locals."
When:
Friday,
September 3, 2010 - Monday, September 6, 2010
Where:
Harmony, Maine - Map
More
information: Blue Water Fine Arts
website
"The Labor Day Free Fair will be celebrating its
63rd anniversary this coming Labor Day weekend. As it has been since
1947, the fair is the Club's major fund raising activity. In 2006, the
fair was awarded the designation of the 25th licensed agricultural fair
in the State. Harmony's fair is the only agricultural fair in the State
that does not charge admission.'
'As with all agricultural fairs, there are many
judged events, exhibitions, and other contests. We offer a full
schedule of events, including horse pulls, a demolition derby, and, new
in 2009, doodlebug pulls. New events, such as the Woodsman Competition,
will be expanded, while old favorites such as the Truck Pull remain."
When:
Friday, September 3, 2010 - Monday, September 6, 2010
Where:
Springfield, Maine - Map
More
information: Springfield Fair
website
Agriculture, education and entertainment will once
again be the theme at the Springfield Fairgrounds as the fair
celebrates its 160th year!
When:
Monday, September 6, 2010 - Sunday, September 19, 2010
Where:
Ogunquit, Maine - Map
More
information: Ogunquit Chamber of
Commerce
website, Capriccio page
"A celebration of the arts! Two-week long
celebration including poetry reading, museums exhibits, concerts,
architectural tours, and the 11th Annual Kite Festival. Sponsored by
Ogunquit Performing Arts"
More Activities
and Events in Maine, September 2010...
When:
Saturday, September 8, 2010
Where:
Waldoboro, Maine - Map
More
information:Medomak Valley Land
Trust website, MVLT 2010 Calendar of Events page
The MVLT's summer River Festival will feature
"live music by Steelin’ Thunder; a delicious sampling of local food;
kids’ activities including a marine touch tank, critter corner and
boatbuilding; and the Medomak Market and Fair. There will be craft
demonstrations, perspectives on local history, as well as everything
from fibers and textiles, to fresh produce".
When:
Thursday, September 9, 2010 - Sunday, September 12, 2010
Where:
Clinton, Maine
- Map
More
information: Maine Association of
Agricultural Fairs website
"You will be entertained if you'll join us at the
fair! Our agricultural fair still has that small town country
atmosphere but is filled with activities, food and entertainment."
When:
Thursday, September 9, 2010 - Monday, September 13, 2010
Where:
Various locations on Mount Desert Island, Maine
- Map
More
information: Acadia Night Sky
Festival website
"A community celebration to promote the protection
and enjoyment of Downeast/Acadia's stellar night sky as a valuable
natural resource through education, science, and the arts."
When:
Friday, September 10, 2010 - Saturday, September 11, 2010
Where:
Old Orchard Beach, Maine
- Map
More
information: Old Orchard Beach
website, Activities and
Events
page
"Catch and release for striped bass and blue fish
on the Beach"
When:
Friday,
September 10, 2010 - Saturday, September 11, 2010
Where:
Old
Orchard Beach, Maine
- Map
More
information: Old Orchard Beach
Pier website, Bikefest on the Pier page
"Get in the wind and come on down to The Pier for
one of our "last blast" events! We're having a Pig Roast, there will be
prizes, great music and good times. Get here early enough and if your
ride is sweet, you can park it on the Pier (subject to space
availability). The town square will be reserved for bikes both days!"
When:
Friday,
September 10, 2010 - Sunday, September 12, 2010
Where:
Old Orchard Beach, Maine
- Map
More
information: Old Orchard Beach
website, Activities and
Events
page
"20th Annual show provided by the towing and
Recovery Association of Maine. Three day show includes driver skills
tests, police and fire demos, parade, awards and other fun events.
Memorial Park and First Street Open to the general public."
More Activities
and Events in Maine, September 2010...
When:
Friday,
September 10, 2010 - Sunday, September 12, 2010
Where:
Lisbon Falls, Maine
- Map
More
information: Litchfield Fair
website
"It's What a Fair Should Be" ;An
agricultural fair with "fun for the entire family".
When:
Sunday, September 12, 2010 - Saturday, September 18, 2010
Where:
Norway, Maine
- Map
More
information: Oxford County Fair
website
The Big Oxford Fair - complete with a Midway - is
a Maine agricultural fair with crafts, exhibits, harness racing,
livestock shows and animal pulling events.
When:
Friday, September 17, 2010 - Saturday, September 18, 2010
Where:
Old Orchard Beach, Maine
- Map
More
information: Old Orchard Beach
website, Activities and
Events
page
"Car show with many divisions, entertainment,
trophies and awards. Friday night lineup on Main Street with parade and
car show on Saturday. Great family fun for all. Sponsored by Saco
& Biddeford Savings Institution & Town of Old Orchard
Beach."
When:
Saturday, September 18, 2010
Where:
Wells, Maine
- Map
More
information: Wells Chamber of
Commerce
website, Family Jamboree page
"Hayrides, apple pickin', music, farm games, food,
crafters, kids area and more. 10:30am to 4:00pm. Free parking &
admission."
When:
Saturday, September 18, 2010
Where:
Freeport, Maine
- Map
More
information: Freeport Merchants
Association website, Art and Music Festival page
"View the works of talented artists and artisans
at Discovery Park on the L.L.
Bean campus. It's a
day to please the senses. Breath pure Fall air, delight at the visual
experience, hear great live music, enjoy delectable refreshments, and
be thoroughly entertained! Live music showcased on the
L.L.Bean Discovery Park Stage all day!"
When:
Saturday, September 18, 2010
Where:
Bethel, Maine
- Map
More
information: Bethel Maine
website, Harvest Fest page
"Mouth watering chowders & apple pies,
chainsaw carving, local music, FREE horse-drawn wagon rides, fly-tying
and casting, historical barn tours, apple picking, and arts &
crafts - family festival!"
More Activities
and Events in Maine, September 2010...
When:
Saturday, September 18, 2010
Where:
Various locations along the Maine coast
More
information: Maine Office of
Tourism
website, Open Lighthouse Day Maine page
The 2010 Maine Open Lighthouse Day, is sponsored
by the United States Coast Guard Sector Northern New England, the Maine
Office of Tourism, and the American Lighthouse Foundation.
The first Annual Maine Open Lighthouse, held in September,
2009, was so popular - attracting over 15,000 people to 27 lighthouses
extending from southern Maine to Downeast Maine - that the American
Lighthouse Foundation says that "its sponsors are making preparations
to ensure the 2010 event shines even brighter".
When:
Sunday, September 19, 2010 - Saturday, September 25, 2010
Where:
Farmington, Maine
- Map
More
information: Maine Association of
Agricultural Fairs website
The Farmington Fair is another one of Maine's many
agricultural fairs, featuring crafts, livestock shows, animal pulling
events, along with an exhibit hall and Midway.
When:
Saturday, September 25 2010 - Sunday, September 26, 2010
Where:
Bar Harbor, Maine
- Map
More
information: Bar Harbor Chamber of
Commerce website, Art in the Park page
"35 painters and photographers will display and
sell their original works on the Village Green at the corner of Main
& Mt. Desert Streets. Rain or shine."
When:
Sunday, September 26, 2010
Where:
18 Custom House Wharf, Portland,
Maine
- Map
More
information: Brown Paper Tickets
website
"BEATLES FOR SALE - The Tribute, in
conjunction with Casablanca Cruises presents a three-hour harbor tour
aboard THE CASABLANCA boarding at 1:45 PM at 18 Custom House
Wharf. Enjoy Beatles music, the autumn North Atlantic waters,
and party with a fully-stocked bar!"
When:
Sunday, September 26, 2010 - Saturday, October 2, 2010
Where:
Cumberland, Maine
- Map
More
information: Cumberland County Fair
website
A Maine agricultural fair with a new admission
structure for 2010. "to stimulate your economy". Children "12
and under FREE! Three Ride Days! Tow Senior Days!"
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