The 21st annual Camden Winterfest is set for 11 a.m. t0 2 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 27.

The festivities begin in the Camden Amphitheatre on Atlantic Avenue. Visitors can watch teams of amateur ice sculptors and two professionals transform 300-pound, crystal-clear blocks of ice into sparkling masterpieces, according to a news release from Julia Sagaser with the Camden Public Library.

There will be hot food available outdoors, served up by Winterfest volunteers, including hot dogs provided by French & Brawn, cookies from Megunticook Market, hot chili from the Bagel Cafe, and cocoa. The food booth will be run by volunteers from the First National Bank, and all proceeds from food sales will benefit the library and parks.

At noon, people can bring their dressed-up dogs to the center of the Amphitheatre for another installment of the Doggie Fashion Show. Participants do not need to sign up ahead of time but should line up in the Amphitheatre at 11:45 a.m. The first 25 participants will win a dog-lover-worthy prize. Outfits can be as simple or elaborate as the dog prefers.

At 12:30 p.m., children and families can join children’s librarian Miss Amy for a wintery Story Walk through the Amphitheatre and Harbor Park.

Visitors can always warm up inside the 55 Main St. library, where Miss Amy will lead creative winter crafts and face-painting.

The Polar Plunge is set for 1 p.m. Participants run and splash into the frigid Camden Harbor to benefit Sundog Outdoor Expeditions. All proceeds benefit the Sundog Outdoor Leadership Initiative.

Camden Winterfest is made possible by the support of First National Bank, in-kind donations from French & Brawn Market Place, The Bagel Cafe, Megunticook Market, Laugh Loud Smile Big, and a team of volunteers.

Find the official Winterfest flyer and the full schedule at librarycamden.org. For the latest updates, follow the Camden Winterfest Facebook page.

 

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