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08/30/2025

08/30/2025

Happy Labor Day weekend! Soak up the last days of Summer with events across Maine! Watch for highlights and find many more at mainetourism.com/events!

08/22/2025

Another weekend packed with events! Check out these and many more at mainetourism.com/events and welcome to Maine!

08/21/2025

Happy birthday to the Kate! The Steamship Katahdin, built at Bath Iron Works, turned 111 yesterday! Cruise Moosehead Lake on the Kate courtesy of Katahdin Cruises and Moosehead Marine Museum in beautiful Greenville. 🎂🚢⚓️

🎉 Happy 111th Birthday to the Steamboat Katahdin!
Here's to over a century of cruising on Moosehead Lake and capturing our hearts. May there be many more voyages ahead! 💙

Photo by Isaac Crabtree

08/19/2025

A goosebump-inducing Maine moment! Visit Maine and get your goosebumps with Cap'n Fish's Cruises! 🐋

08/19/2025

Thank you, beautiful Village By The Sea, for the reminder that there's still lots of Summer left to explore Maine!

There are still 3️⃣4️⃣ days left of Summer! ☀️

Get your last minute vacation in before the kids head back to school! 📖

🤫 And for those who like things a little quieter, our Fall specials are out! Check out VBTS.com Specials & Promotions page for our special offers.

👀 see you soon!

08/19/2025

Want some of what this guy's having? Head to Maine and Funtown Splashtown USA for some Summer abandon! Stop in for advice on what to do while you're in Biddeford S**o! 🎢

Today, August 19th, Funtown USA will be open 10:30a - 6:00p and Splashtown USA will be open 10:30a - 5:00p!

See you soon, where you can continue to 'Create Memories That Will Last a Lifetime'!

08/18/2025

Wow! Check out this epic Maine adventure paddling four rivers in four days with Northeast Whitewater! 🛶🛶🛶🛶

🔥🛶 4 Rivers. 4 Days. One Epic Labor Day Weekend. 🛶🔥
Mark your calendars for August 30th – September 2nd because 4 Rivers 4 Days is back and bigger than ever!

Right in the middle, we’re firing up a Pig Roast Power-Up Party🐷💪 — the perfect way to reenergize and protein up after tackling Canada Falls before heading straight for the Dead.🐷🎉 — complete with our very own fancy new meat shredder, courtesy of a trusty enthusiast from our last event. Efficiency never tasted so good!🐽🐷

But that’s not all…
🎶 Live music to keep the vibe rolling
🌽 Co****le Tournament (back by very popular demand)

Who’s ready to paddle, party, eat and dance? 💪🌊🇺🇸

08/18/2025

The Crown of Maine Balloon Fest is this weekend in Aroostook County! Pop in for inspiration on what to do on your way or while you're visiting the crown of Maine!

With the brevity of the season, sometimes it feels as though summer is over before it begins here in Maine. I don’t know about you, but I like to plan out my weekends and make sure I get to do all the wonderful outdoor things Maine has to offer while the sun is shining and I don’t need to wear a...

08/15/2025

It's a HUGE weekend for events in Maine! Eva shares some highlights and you'll find more, like the Machias Wild Blueberry Festival, 42nd Annual Beach Olympics in Old Orchard Beach, and the Lewiston Auburn Balloon Festival! Check out mainetourism.com/events for more details!

08/08/2025

It’s going to be a gorgeous Maine weekend! Eva shares some ideas for how to spend these glorious days! Check out Maine tourism.com/events for more information on these events and many more!

08/05/2025

Happy National Oyster Day!

08/04/2025

08/01/2025

It’s Wild Blueberry Weekend! 🫐 Where do you plan to celebrate? Check out the maps in this post or head to wildblueberryweekend.com to plan your adventure!

💙 If you aren’t familiar with wild blueberries, they are not planted, only grown wild. Maine is the world’s largest producer of wild blueberries. This small but mighty fruit has nearly 2x the antioxidants and 72% more fiber compared to regular blueberries!

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07/30/2025

Who doesn't love a Maine craft beer? This Saturday, the Kennebec Valley Chamber of Commerce is organizing the Kennebec River Brewfest to celebrate local food and drink for the 8th year in a row! Enjoy good drinks, food, live music, lawn games, and so much more at Mill Park in Augusta!

Find details here:
https://www.mainetourism.com/event/kennebec-river-brewfest/9681/

07/30/2025

Today is officially the first day of the Maine Lobster Festival! The Maine Lobster Festival is five days of fun and feasting on the fabulous coast of Maine. This annual event attracts thousands of visitors to Rockland every summer and is a celebration full of live music, fresh food, activities for everyone, and appreciation for our local Maine communities. There's something for everyone, so come on down and explore the festivities!

For more information, check out our website: https://www.mainetourism.com/event/78th-maine-lobster-festival/9422/

The 78th Maine Lobster Festival is right around the corner! Enjoy fresh Maine lobster right on the coast of Maine at Harbor Park in Rockland, Maine, July 30-Aug. 3. Admission is FREE!

Live music every day and tons of fun events for the whole family! https://bit.ly/3N8dCoz

Photo courtesy of Karen Fisher.

07/28/2025

Congratulations to Maine Golf on breaking ground on the new Alexa Re Rancourt Golf Learning Center last week as well as the Top Tracer driving range and a nine-hole short course! ⛳️
The driving range will open in late August 2025. The Alexa Re Rancourt Golf Learning Center is scheduled to open sometime in 2027.

07/25/2025

The Mid-Maine Comic & Toy Con is this Saturday and Sunday at Thomas College!

Have you been waiting to meet The Original Alpha 5??
Well good news! For the first time ever The Original Alpha 5 is coming to the Mid-Maine Comic & Toy Con! This will be held at Thomas College July 26-27.
There will also be a Cosplay Contest Saturday, July 26th!
See you there!

07/25/2025

Views that make the hike up more than worth it 🌲🌅
Who are you bringing with you on a hike this weekend? The weather sure is looking perfect for it 🌞

📍Eagle Rock Trail, Greenville
📸: .ciara

07/25/2025

Revolution Rail's Jenkins Beach Station is now open in Dedham, ME!

Pedal the new Green Lake Run on Rev Rail’s first-ever fleet of electric-assist rail bikes! Just 45 minutes from Bar Harbor, rail biking is a fresh way to explore the outdoors and connect with Maine’s natural beauty. It’s a peaceful, low-effort adventure that anyone can enjoy—families, couples, and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

Book your ride at https://www.revrail.com/green-lake-run

07/24/2025

Save the Date! On August 1st-3rd visit MidCoast Maine's first Gem and Mineral Fair in Belfast! FREE Admission for all 3 days! Vendors from all over Maine and New England. Showcasing Gems, Fine Minerals, Crystals, Fossils, Jewelry, Fun Educational Interactive Displays, Good Food, and much more!

Unique items for collectors, crafters, jewelers, healers, children, rockhounds and anyone interested in beautiful natural treasures!

Friday August 1st from 6pm-9pm, Saturday the 2nd from 9am-7pm, and Sunday the 3rd from 10 am to 5pm.

Free parking, air conditioned and right on the water. Look for the signs to Bayview Event Center on 15 Front Street in Belfast.

Midcoast Mineral Collectors Club
More information on their event page here: https://www.facebook.com/events/3792515137745005