Events

Seasonal music festival with chamber and classical performances, workshops, and community concerts presented across Midcoast venues.

One of the East Coast’s top blues festivals, this free waterfront event draws nationally recognized blues artists and thousands of music fans to Rockland Harbor Park.

This annual regatta weekend brings classic and modern sailboats to Boothbay Harbor for competitive racing, celebrating the region’s sailing tradition and craftsmanship.

A signature Maine summer event celebrating the state’s iconic crustacean, featuring fresh lobster, cooking contests, parades, live music, and harbor activities.

A classic agricultural fair with livestock shows, rides, contests, and a celebration of Maine’s wild blueberry season.

A water-side showcase of boats, marine gear, local artisans, educational seminars, and family-friendly exhibits celebrating coastal craftsmanship.

A five-day classical and contemporary music festival featuring multiple live performances in scenic Midcoast venues like Hammer Hall and the village green.

Get ready to raise your steins and dance the night away at Boothbay Craft Brewery's Oktoberfest 2026 extravaganza!

This family-friendly festival celebrates Maine's iconic potato candy (the needham), a traditional confection made with a mashed potato, coconut, and sugar filling dipped in dark chocolate.

The Pemaquid Oyster Festival began in 2001 and is going strong! After a ”pandemic break” in 2020, 2021 & 2022, and a shift in Venues from The Schooner Landing in…

Come for the sardines, stay for the music, food, family fun, and stories of Maine’s working waterfront. Whether you’re a local, a history buff, or just looking for a fun fall day out, there’s plenty to see, taste, hear, and explore at SardineFest!

Discover Maine through its makers.