Apr 15, Activities and Events in Maine May 2015
The month of May is a great time of year to visit Maine, and the activities and events in Maine, May 2015 show just how anxious everyone is to return, once again, to fair weather, outdoor fun. With flowers and trees coming into bloom...
...and business owners putting a last minute shine on their shops, restaurants, inn's, hotels and B&B's...
...the atmosphere is perfect for a pre-season Maine vacation!
Outdoor activities take center stage in May. After all, summer is near and the Maine weather forecast often calls for sunny skies and comfortable temperatures.
To help celebrate May Day, Mother's Day, Patriot's Day, Memorial Day weekend, and every day in between...
...residents of Bath will sponsor Maine's largest outdoor yard sale, Kennebunk will host a May Day Festival, and Ogunquit will be home to an AIDS Walk Weekend...
...and road races, canoe and kayak explorations, car shows, and a home, garden and flower show, are also on the list of activities and events in Maine, May 2015.
It's going to a great month, with lots of family-friendly activities and fun things to do in Maine! And because tourist season is not yet here, you will find great Maine lodging discounts and special rates.
...and find the best Maine hotel deals and compare prices on hotels in Maine, motels, inns and B&B's.
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When: Friday, May 1, 2015 - Sunday, May 3, 2015 and Friday, May 8, 2015 - Sunday, May 10, 2015 Where: Freeport, Maine - Map More information: Wolfe's Neck Farm,
Volunteering
Each winter, Nature spreads leaves and debris throughout our beautiful campground, and each spring a group of fun, friendly volunteers come to help clean it up! In thanks for your help, we provide free camping Friday to Sunday and some meals.
Please bring weather-appropriate clothing and footwear; a rake and garden gloves would also be helpful if you have them. Please call (207) 865-9307 for more info or to RSVP.
When: Friday, May 1, 2015 - Sunday, May 31, 2015 Where: Peaks Island, Portland, Maine - Map More information: Richard Boyd Art Gallery
Felicity Sidwell - "Phippsburg" - Oil on Canvas 20" x 30".
Richard Boyd Art Gallery located on Peaks Island in Portland, Maine is pleased to announce the opening of a solo exhibition of paintings by award winning artist Felicity Sidwell on Friday, May 1 at 10:00 AM.
The public is invited to meet Felicity at the opening reception at the gallery on Saturday, May 2 from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM where she will be available to discuss her paintings.
Many of Sidwell's paintings have their start "en plein air" inspired by her perception of nature and the land around her. In Felicity's words, "In my paintings I strive to share the joy I feel when immersed in the natural world untouched by human intervention.
Yes we are part of this world and like the ocean we make our presence felt by changes we make to the environment, but it is the sense of exhilaration in a storm, the contented love of a summer beach or the peace of an autumn salt marsh that I long to share with others away from the buildings and the trappings of modern society. Fishing villages of coastal Maine and small family farms, seem to me part of an older, more natural order that fit into the environment with a beauty of their own.
I grew up in rural England and spent summers sailing and playing on England's coast. Having lived and painted in Connecticut for over 35 years the move to Maine in 2007 brought an immediate strong connection with this wild rocky coastline tempered by sandy coves and the salt marshes of river estuaries.
I paint outside, "en plein air" as much as possible to capture and express in paint the fleeting colors of land and sky that are so dependent on the atmospheric conditions of the day and the season of the year."
Felicity's paintings are exhibited nationally and held in numerous collections around the world.
Richard Boyd Art Gallery is located at the corner of Island Avenue and Epps Street in the first building on the right, on the first floor. The exhibit is on view free of charge to the public from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily through May 31, 2015.
For additional information about the exhibit please call the gallery at 207-712-1097, email info@richardboydartgallery.com or visit www.richardboydartgallery.com . For gallery news or weekly updates please like the gallery on Facebook at www.facebook.com/RichardBoydArtGallery .
Image is Copyright(C) 2015 Richard Boyd Art
Gallery All Rights Reserved.
When: Saturday, May 2, 2015 Where: Farmington, Maine - Map More information: Maine Fiddlehead Festival
The Festival will run from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Emery Community Arts Center at University of Maine, Farmington. The schedule of events include many interesting talks, not only about fiddleheads, but also discussions on bread-making, raising layer hens and meat birds, local edible wild mushrooms, the basics of making sauerkraut and cheesemaking tips (and samples). Between speakers, you will be able to enjoy live entertainment.
When: Saturday, May 2, 2015 Where:
Bath, Maine - Map More information: Main Street Bath, Mayfair
It's a Citywide Yard Sale, "the LARGEST in Maine!", as residents, businesses and non-profits hold yard sales throughout the city of Bath, Maine. The day's events will include yard sales, a tent sale, sidewalk sales, the Downtown Scavenger Hunt, Bath Farmers Market, Sidewalk Chalk Art and more.
When: Saturday, May 2, 2015 Where: Kennebunk, Maine - Map More information: Town of Kennebunk, Maine
At the 17th Annual Kennebunk May Day celebration look for some of the popular events from previous years, as well as fun new ones!
Past events have included: a pancake breakfast, art exhibits, craft market, face painting, rock wall climbing, bounce house (weather permitting), juggling show, Maypole dancing, various other live entertainment and demonstrations, a free bean supper and much, much more.
When: Saturday, May 2, 2015 Where: Bangor, Maine - Map More information: Kid Central Festival
Watch out downtown Bangor, Kid's rule today! The day-long program is packed with exciting outdoor and indoor children's events.
When: Saturday, May 2, 2015 Where:
Ogunquit, Maine - Map More information: Frannie Peabody Center, Southern Maine AIDS Walk
The 5K Run/Walk for AIDS is part of the weekend long events held in Ogunquit each year to benefit the Frannie Peabody Center - a non-profit local AIDS service organization.
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When: Sunday, May 3, 2015 Where: Waldoboro, Maine - Map More information: Cruisin' to Graduation Facebook
The Medomak Valley High School sponsors this car show which benefits Project Graduation - a program intended to help keep graduation night a chem-free event.
Nearly 400 exhibitors and thousands of spectators enjoy the show and festivities. Past events have included: kids pedal car parade, loud pipe competition, exhibits by auto museums, 50/50 raffle, door prizes, lobster rolls, hamburgers, hot dogs, sausage rolls, pies, prizes and much more.
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When: Saturday, May 9, 2015 Where: Old Orchard Beach, Maine - Map More information: Moontide Motel, Cabins, Apartments, Old
Orchard Beach Calendar of Events
At the Annual Chowderfest in Old Orchard Beach enjoy spectacular views from Pier, live music, and sampling the best chowders in Maine. Your vote will count!
When: Saturday, May 9, 2015 Where: Bangor, Maine - Map More information: Waterfront Concerts, Rise Above Fest
In support of Suicide Prevention and Mental Illness rock band Seether has announced the 3rd Annual Rise Above Fest to be held at Darling's Waterfront Pavilion in Bangor, ME. Several big names in rock are already on the line-up, with more to be announced.
When: Saturday May 9, 2015 -Sunday May 10, 2015 Where: Kennebunk, Maine - Map to Biddeford, Maine - Map More information: Maine Coast Marathon
New for 2015... A two-day event!
On Saturday the Shipyard Maine Coast Half Marathon and the Bosom Buddy Relay will take place, and on Sunday the Shipyard Maine Coast Marathon will run. Be sure to check the full schedule of races, as this year there are a wide variety, sure to satisfy all runners.
Marathon registration typically sells out early - don't miss your chance!
The 2015 Shipyard Maine Coast Marathon has been designated as the 2015 RRCA State of Maine Marathon Championship Race.
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When: Sunday, May 10, 2015 Where: Portland, Maine - Map More information: Portland Sea Dogs, Mother's Day and Father's Day 5K Race
The Portland Sea Dogs, Intermed, and the Maine Track Club, will host the Annual Mother's Day 5K race in Portland, Maine. Proceeds from the race benefit Maine Breast Cancer Patients and Research.
"Slugger and his Mom" take the lead on a "flat 5K course". The race starts at the Portland Expo Building, make's it way along Congress, Stevens, Brighton and Deering, and ends on third base at the Fitzpatrick Stadium.
When: Thursday, May 14, 2015 - Sunday, May 17, 2015
Where: Various locations Bar Harbor, Maine - Map More information: Bar Harbor Chamber of Commerce, Taste of Bar Harbor 2015
During this annual food festival in Bar Harbor, ME restaurants, cafes and pubs join together in showcasing their culinary expertise. Included in the weekend long event schedule are a Pub Tour, Desert Competition, Sidewalk Stroll, a chance to sit at a Chef's Table, Eden Farmers' Market and a Waiters Race.
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When: Mid-May, 2015 - Saturday, June 13, 2015 Where:
Moosehead Lake Area - Map More information: The Greenville Inn, Spring, Summer and Fall Events
Each spring the Moosehead Lake Region hosts a month long celebration of the area's favorite resident - the Maine Moose!
Events take place in and around the Greenville, Maine area, during the time of the year when moose are most visible.
Read about...
...the Best Time and Place to See Moose in Maine!
The celebration concludes with the Moosterpiece Craft Fair and Moose Mainea Kid's Fun Day, which this year will be held on Saturday, June 13th.
When: Friday, May 15, 2015 - Sunday, May 17, 2015 Where: Fryeburg, Maine - Map More information: Northern NE Home Garden and Flower Show
The Annual Northern New England Home, Garden and Flower Show at the Fryeburg Fairgrounds features over 300 home related products and services. In addition there will be home and gardening seminars, a marketplace filled with a
large selection of plants and garden supplies, and Chefs from Maine and New Hampshire provide cooking demonstrations (and free samples), Keep your eyes open also for the Celebrity Guests!
This is an indoor event - perfect rain or shine!
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When: Friday, May 15, 2015 - Sunday, May 17, 2015 Where: Deer Isle, Maine - Map More information: Deer Isle - Stongington Chamber of Commerce
"Wings, Waves & Woods is Deer Isle's celebration of the Spring Bird Migration." The annual weekend event includes many educational birding events in addition to art related activities.
When: Saturday, May 16, 2015 Where: Old Orchard Beach, Maine - Map More information: The Ocean House Hotel and Motel
Lots of great food and live entertainment will accompany "over 30 microbrews" that will be featured at the day-long event on the Pier.
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When: Saturday, May 16, 2015 Where: Begins in Washburn, Maine (Thomas Brewer Park) and ends in Presque Isle, Maine (Fish and Game Club) - Map
More information: Aroostook River Fun Run, Facebook
A family oriented event the Aroostook River Canoe and Kayak Race will take place over an 8-mile flat water run from Washburn to Presque Isle. The event, sponsored by the Presque Isle and Washburn Rotary Clubs will also feature lunch and awards.
The rail trail that follows the river to the Presque Isle Fish and Game Club is the place you want to be if you prefer to run or bike.
When: Saturday, May 16, 2015 Where: Freeport, Maine - Map More information: Wolfe's Neck Farm, Plant Sale
Rain or shine, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM, the Annual Wolfes Neck Farm Plant Sale will offer a great selection of perennials, annuals, herbs and vegetable seedlings all donated by volunteers, friends and neighbors of the Farm. Since the plants were grown locally, they are particularly adapted to thriving in Coastal Maine. Local Master Gardeners will be present to answer questions. Please call 865-4469 for more info.
When: Saturday, May 16, 2015 Where: Trenton, Maine - Map More information: Harbor House, Events Schedule
Kids love this event at the Hancock County Bar Harbor Airport. All kinds of big rigs will be there for them (and you) to explore. Refreshments will be available for purchase.
When: Saturday, May 16, 2015 - Sunday, May 17, 2015 Where: Route 150 Cornville, Maine to Route 2, Skowhegan, Maine - Map More information: Nelson Candies, Cornville 10 Mile Yard Sale
With a 10-mile yard sale between Skowhegan and Cornville, it's probably fair to say that if you don't find it here - you ain't gonna find it! This is an annual event, now in its 32nd year. And since a true tag sale aficionado would not be deterred by a few sprinkles, the yard sale is held rain or shine.
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When: Saturday, May 16, 2015 Where: Brunswick, Maine
- Map More information: Portland Motor Club, Car Shows 2015
The Annual Cruise-In Car Show and Yard Sale are held rain or shine from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM at the Region Ten Technical School, 68 Church Road, Brunswick, ME. Contact Susie 207-729-6622, ext. 219; taylor@r10tech.org for additional information.
When: Sunday, May 17, 2015 Where: Bangor, Maine - Map More information: American Folk Festival, Color Bangor
As a benefit for the Annual American Folk Festival (see August 28th listing), Color Bangor is a run/walk whereby
participants will pass through various zones in which they are showered with color (in the form of corn starch powder). The race finish line brings more color, and music.
When: Sunday, May 17, 2015 Where: Portland, Maine - Map More information: Maine Comics Festival
The Maine Comics festival celebrates the world of comic books, comic strips, graphic novels, web comics and more, and features a variety of comic creators, writers, artists and publishers.
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When: Sunday, May 17, 2015 Where: Augusta, Maine - Map More information: Not Your Ordinary 5K
The second annual Not Your Ordinary 5k will take place at Capital Park on Sunday, May 17, 2015! Registration opens at 8:00 AM and the 5k kicks-off at 9:00 AM.
Not Your Ordinary 5k is a timed run or walk with challenges along the route. This out-of-the-box fundraiser pushes you and your teammates to complete challenges that may include puzzles, art, construction, athletic feats, and problem-solving throughout a 5k course. Individuals and teams up to six participants are encouraged!
The early-bird (non-refundable) registration fee through the end of March, 2015 is $20 and it's $25 after that time. All participants will receive a 100% organic event t-shirt! A benefit to support the Natural Resource Council of Maine's work protecting Maine's air, water, wildlife, and forests!
When: Monday, May 18 - Wednesday, May 20, Wednesday, May 27 - Friday, May 29, Monday, June 8 - Wednesday, June 10, Wednesday, June 24 - Friday, June 26, 2015 Where: Kingfield, Maine - Map More information: Maine Huts and Trails
Please note: The following write-up is from in 2014. When available, 2015 updates will be made.
Maine Huts & Trails will be hosting guided fly-fishing retreats for beginner to advanced anglers at our beautiful Grand Falls Hut. For three weekends in May and June, native brook trout and landlocked salmon are abundant in the Dead River.
These special weekends combine premium fly-fishing on the Dead River with lodging at Grand Falls Hut, outstanding home-cooked meals and an adventure in a remote wilderness setting.
Maine Huts & Trails' fly-fishing retreats will also include workshops on rods, flies, knots, and more and are a great opportunity for guests to learn from experienced guides and immerse themselves into the world of fly-fishing. Participants must have a valid 3-day Maine Fishing License and their own rods and fly-fishing gear.
Overnight accommodations at Grand Falls Hut are included in these packages. $372 for members and $392 for non-members. Youth 17 years of age and younger receive a discounted to $292 for members and $312 for non-members.
For a full itinerary and more information, please visit www.mainehuts.org. Reservations can be made by calling (207) 265-2400.
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When: Friday, May 22, 2015 - Monday, May 25, 2015 Where:
Cobscook Bay area of Downeast Maine - Map More information: Down East Spring Birding Festival
Self-guided tours, along with guided hikes and boat tours, provide a fantastic opportunity to observe the exceptional variety of birds that live...
...or pass through, this picturesque part of Maine.
Birding experts will also be on hand to share their knowledge through various presentations.
When: Monday, May 25, 2015
Where: Old Orchard Beach, Maine - Map More information: Gull Motel, Inn and Apartments, Old Orchard Beach Events
Memorial Day weekend events in southern Maine include the 1:00 PM Memorial Day Parade in Old Orchard Beach, which is co-hosted by the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the American Legion of Old Orchard Beach. For more details call the Town of Old Orchard Beach at 207-934-4042.
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When: Wednesday, May 27, 2015 - Saturday, May 30, 2015 Where:
Sanford, Maine - Map More information: Sanford Film Fest
The 2015 International Film Fest in Sanford will provide entertainment for movie goers of all ages. A Student Film Festival, a night of Sanford films, a French language film, a Horror Day and Night, an Awards Ceremony, meet-and-greet the filmmakers, and more, are on this year's schedule.
When: Wednesday, May 27 - Friday, May 29, Monday, Also Monday, May 18 - Wednesday, May 2, Monday, June 8 - Wednesday, June 10, Wednesday, June 24 - Friday, June 26, 2015 Where: Kingfield, Maine - Map More information: Maine Huts and Trails
See Monday, May 18 - Wednesday, May 20, 2015 listing for full details.
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When: Thursday, May 28, 2015 - Sunday, May 31, 2015 Where: Various locations Mount Desert Island, Maine - Map More information: Acadia Birding Festival
An incredible number of birds either call Downeast Maine home, or pass through it as they make their semi-annual migrations. The birding festival in Acadia is a perfect time to observe - by land and by sea - a large variety of species in their natural habitat.
The festival will feature walking tours, a sightseeing cruise aboard the catamaran "Friendship V", and canoe and kayak explorations lead by a registered guide, as well as educational lectures presented by birding experts.
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When: Friday, May 29, 2015 - Sunday, May 31, 2015 Where: Dover-Foxcroft, Maine - Map More information: Piscataquis Heritage Balloon Festival, Facebook
Although there will not be a full-blown balloon festival in Dover-Foxcroft this year, look upwards and you will still be able to see colorful balloons floating across the skies. Many pilots have made a ritual of coming to this area for the annual celebration and are planning to return this year - festival or not!
When: Saturday, May 30, 2015 Where:
Freeport, Maine - Map More information: Wolfe's Neck Farm
Music, games, demonstrations and learning activities make the Spring Festival unique with its country setting. There will be opportunities to explore the trails and gardens, interact with the animals, learn about seeds and plants, and try your hand at fiber arts. For younger children, there will be craft activities, face painting, a hay pile and tractors to climb, as well as hayrides and live music. Food available for purchase.
The festival runs from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Admission is $7 per person - ages 2 and under free. Please call 865-4469x102 for more info.
When: Saturday, May 30, 2015 - Sunday, May 31, 2015
Where: Pittston, Maine - Map More information: Pittston Fair
Come be part of the Side-by-Side Sand Drag, Deep Mud Bog, Little Tykes Tuff Truck, Burnout Contest, 4/6 Cylinder Modified, Super Modified and plenty more.
When: Saturday, May 30, 2015 - Sunday, May 31, 2015 Where: Owls Head, Maine - Map More information: Owls Head Transportation, Event
This event was Formerly known as the Owls Head Antique Auto Show.
Pre-1995 vehicles of varying makes and models (including Model T rides), vehicle
demonstrations, antique airplane shows, family activities and much more.
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