The Happening returns June 18-21 to Harry Brown’s Farm in Starks for its 36th year, with music, camping, art, workshops and a lineup that reflects the festival’s long evolution.
Things to Do
Events and things to do from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
19 live music concerts in Maine worth traveling for this summer
Huge acts including Barry Manilow, Billy Idol and Indigo Girls are performing all over the state.
How to spend 24 hours in coastal York County
Visit the villages of Saco, spend an afternoon in Old Orchard Beach and venture into Kennebunkport.
How to spend 48 hours way Down East
Visit the landmarks (including one across the border), explore small towns and take in the dramatic scenery.
How to spend 36 hours on Rangeley Lake
Enjoy water views from mountaintops, restaurant decks and the seat of your kayak.
Western Maine camping guide spans Webb Lake to White Mountains
A western Maine camping guide begins with Mount Blue, Dummer’s Beach and Grafton Notch, then branches into nearby New Hampshire campgrounds and AMC huts.
Farmers markets open for 2026 season in central Maine and beyond
Farmers and makers offer various goods from fresh fruits and vegetables, seedlings, baked goods and more.
Grammy winner Shawn Colvin talks New England and why Maine’s in her top 5 places to play
The singer-songwriter will play in Brownfield and Gardiner.
Got World Cup fever? Here’s where to watch the games in Maine
Throughout the state, soccer fans can find locations to get their fix of the world’s biggest tournament.
How to watch the World Cup for free at home
With an antenna, Mainers can watch the upcoming World Cup soccer games and lots of other things. Here’s what to know.