To get the most out of southern Maine’s biggest summer party, you should eat clams, see the shucking contest and get a photo with Steamer, among other things.
Things to Do
Events and things to do from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Madison theatrics, outdoor concerts in Skowhegan, Gardiner, Norridgewock and Old Hallowell Day are set
If that doesn’t work for you, check out the annual Summer Splash day in Clinton, the statewide annual loon count, or go for a walk in Vaughan Woods.
Maine’s roller skating scene gets a leg (and some wheels) up from social media
Online videos of roller skaters at Westbrook’s Happy Wheels have gone viral recently. They’re working to attract younger people to the activity and sport.
Lisbon’s Moxie festival this weekend to feature national chugger, luau theme
Chugger ‘Badlands’ Booker, a giant parade, music, fireworks and food are a few sips of the 3-day Moxie-fueled fun planned, organizers say.
MIFF begins and waterfront concerts set for Gardiner, Bath and Waterville
Adam Ezra will perform a Waterville Rocks concert, The Colwell Brothers plan to take the stage in Gardiner, and Crystal Vision will be featured in Bath.
14 Maine fairs to help you explore the state this summer
From now through the end of August, Maine agricultural fairs are happening in small towns and scenic spots across the state, including Acton, Hiram, Harmony, Waterford, Union and Blue Hill.
Skowhegan River Days planned July 11, Aug. 8, Sept. 13
The annual event has been spread over four Fridays throughout the summer to include Moonlight Madness, Glow Stick Paddle. New features this year include a Bites & Sites event, Paint Skowhegan and more.
Augusta, Waterville, Farmington music events, bike park opening in Carrabasset Valley among things to do this week
Don’t miss “Ravenscroft” on stage in Madison, and the Coburn Park music series begins this week.
Here are 5 ways to find fun and entertainment in Maine this week
The band Dispatch performs in Portland, a makers market and Wyeth exhibit in Rockland, and the musical ‘Tootsie’ is in Brunswick.
7 Maine ski resorts that offer summer fun
With the snow gone, Maine’s ski resorts transition to summer fun with hiking, biking, live music and more.