The Alexander Art Trail features the largest hand-carved outdoor sculpture collection in Maine. A perfect place for family outings, class trips, or any adventurer who appreciates art in various forms. The trail is growing larger every year through…
Anchorage Provincial Park is located on the southeast coast of Grand Manan between Grand Harbour and Seal Cove. The park offers a number of hiking and cycling trails, as well as several blinds for bird-watching and interpretive displays. The Red…
For more than 15 years, the Student Senate of Washington County Community College (WCCC) has organized the WCCC Polar Dip, a fundraiser for the Ronald McDonald House to help families of children who travel to Bangor for critical medical treatment…
Celebrating the arts, the Way DownEast way! 2023 ArtWalk Weekends are June 23-25 (Pride Weekend), Aug 4-6 (Mermaid Parade), and October 21 (Witches of Eastport) in Eastport and Lubec. Interactive art experiences, gallery visits, live music, dance,…
Bring an instrument to play along or listen as part of the audience. Country/folk-style music and local talent; acoustic only. No reservations needed. Costs $2 at the door and there’s a door prize. Great way to pass a Sunday afternoon and get that…
Fog Fest is an annual free, five-day music and art festival on beautiful Campobello Island, FDR’s “beloved isle”.
Stephanie Milbury, Library Manager The Campobello Public Library Summer Gala features a used book sale, barbecue, author readings, raffles, music, and crafters. The annual event is a fundraiser for the library. Usually held in early August, please…
Barb Tucker, Operations Manager This is definitely an event you won’t want to miss. Come and enjoy an entertaining and fun celebration of rural living. Appealing to all ages. Produce, crafts, vendors, exhibits and community organizations…
Heather Donahue, Oversight Manager Each year Canada’s Chocolate Town, St. Stephen, NB celebrates our community’s rich and delicious heritage with our annual Chocolate Fest. Now in its 32nd year, this week-long, family-oriented festival…
The wildlife-rich waters of Cobscook Bay surround this 888-acre park on three sides, providing opportunities to watch birds and observe the tides. Cobscook, the Maliseet-Passamaquoddy tribal word for “boiling tides,” aptly describes this…
Cobscook Institute creates responsive educational opportunities that strengthen personal, community, and global well being. The 50 acre campus is available for retreats, intergenerational classes, and much more, visit our website for details.
Valerie Lawson, Coordinator Down East Spring Birding Festival occurs during spring migration and breeding season. Enjoy four days of self-guided explorations, guided hikes, boat tours and presentations by area experts and the natural beauty of…
Meg Colbert, Executive Director The Eastport Arts Center (EAC) offers theater, art, music, film, education and community outreach via year-round performances and workshops for a multi-generational audience. The two-floor venue—upstairs theater and…
Cynthia Morse, Co-Owner Eastport Breakwater Gallery offers a creative blend of original fine art, sculpture, unique crafts and distinctive gifts. The gallery represents more than 20 artists from Maine, New Brunswick and beyond. The owners, Cynthia…
The largest 4th of July Festival in the state of Maine. Check the website for event dates, times and details.
Don Dunbar, Co-Chair Three fun-filled days for people of all ages: a number of events featuring people in pirate costumes, including the Pirate Parade and Pirate Bed Race. Fireworks, pirate ball, kids events, live music and much more. Check the…
Festival featuring community pie supper, chowder and chili lunch, grilled salmon lunch/dinner, wine and beer tastings, music under the food tent by local musicians, Paint Eastport Day, Salmon Festival 5K run, children’s art activity, boat tours of…
A seasonal celebration of creativity, community, apple identification and cider pressing! Apple and Arts Festival offers intergenerational fun, with art workshops, live music, and lectures from apple experts.
Barb Tucker, Operations Manager Ganong Nature Park is a 140-hectacre (350 acre) property located eight kilometers (6 miles) from St. Stephen, NB at the end of Todd’s Point. It overlooks the St. Croix River and St. Croix Island. The Park has woods,…
Robbie Griffin Annual festival; many daytime programs are offered, including Family Fun Days and Community Market. Late July to Early August – check website for dates and details.