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Fairs, Festivals & Annual Events in Downeast / Acadia
National Park Week
04/22/2007 - 04/29/2007
Learn about and explore Acadia National Park as you never have during this celebration of National Parks. Acadia is one of the most geographically diverse parks in the country. Lectures, walking tours, and other activities for families. Location: Throughout Acadia National Park. www.nps.gov/acad/home.htm.
Warblers & Wildflowers Festival
05/24/2007 - 05/28/2007
Celebrate the natural wonders of Acadia National Park and Mt. Desert Island. Join island - wide morning birding walks, garden tours, art, lectures, and social events. Celebrate the wonders of birds and spring wildflowers during this exciting festival. Fees: Vary according to event. Times: Vary - check Web site. Location: Bar Harbor, Mt. Desert Island. www.barharborinfo.com/warblers/index.htm.
6th Annual Lupine Festival
06/15/2007 - 06/17/2007
Along with live music there will be art, sculpture and quilt contests, a giant yard sale, private garden tours by bus and the “Lupine Loop” driving map to help you locate fields in bloom. Fees: Most events free. Times: Fri 7:00 p.m. - midnight; Sat 10:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.; Sun 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Location: Deer Isle - Stonington. www.deerisle.com.
Legacy of the Arts
06/17/2007 - 06/24/2007
The annual Legacy of the Arts celebration features the best in music, art, theater, dance and history in Bar Harbor. There will be concerts, workshops, meet the artists sessions, and much more! Times: All day. Location: Downtown Bar Harbor. www.barharbormaine.com.
Flye Point Music & Arts Festival
06/23/2007
A day of incredible music amid the breathtaking beauty of the Maine coast featuring
performers such as Little River Band, Melanie, the Mammals, and more. Local artists will be selling and displaying their original artwork. Fees: Pre - sale tickets: Adults $35, children 12 and under $10; parking $5. No tickets sold at the gate. Times: 10:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. Location: The Lookout Inn, Flye Point Road, Brooklin. www.fpmusicfest.com.
The 57th Annual Bar Harbor Chamber of Commerce Art Show
06/23/2007 - 06/24/2007
Artists will display and sell their original works on the Village Green, Main and Mt. Desert Streets, and downtown Bar Harbor. Times: 6/23 - 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; 6/24 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Location: Main & Mt. Desert Streets, Bar Harbor. www.barharbormaine.com.
Eastport's 4th of July (Old Home Week) Celebration
07/01/2007 - 07/04/2007
Come and celebrate the beauty of this land in this historic port city on the Atlantic Ocean. Four days full of celebration and revelry, music, largest 4th of July parade in Maine, food, crafts, contests, fireworks, and more. Location: Eastport. www.eastport4th.com.
Bar Harbor Music Festival
07/01/2007 - 07/29/2007
The 41st anniversary season of the Bar Harbor Music Festival where concertgoers can take in everything from a string orchestra to jazz. Check Web site for the list of artists. Fees: Free. Times: 8:15 p.m. Location: Various locations in Bar Harbor - check Web site. www.barharbormusicfestival.org.
Independence Day Celebration
07/04/2007
Events include a blueberry pancake breakfast, Independence Day parade, seafood festival, town band concert, and fireworks over Frenchman's Bay. Fees: Vary with location, most free. Times: All day. Location: Main St, Bar Harbor. www.barharbormaine.com.
>Seafood Festival
07/04/2007
Enjoy lobster, mussels, corn, strawberry shortcake and more! Times: Begins at 11:00 a.m. Location: Bar Harbor Athletic Field, Park Street. Times: 11:00 a.m. www.barharbormaine.com.
Native American Festival & Maine Basketmakers Market
07/07/2007
Wabanaki basketmakers and other artists will demonstrate and sell their work at the festival, the largest annual event for the Maine Indian Basketmakers Alliance. Activities include storytelling, music and dancing. Fees: Free. Parking is limited - participants are encouraged to use free island shuttle. Times: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Location: College of the Atlantic, 105 Eden St, Bar Harbor. www.abbemuseum.org.
Annual Flamingo Festival & Quietside Parade
07/13/2007 - 07/16/2007
There will be a pancake breakfast, spirited Flamingo parade, Tremont Trot road race, a golf scramble and more. Location: Southwest Harbor. www.harborhousemdi.org.

Bucksport Bay Area Festival
07/27/2007 - 07/28/2007
Fun filled family celebration including boats, bands, food, antique cars, crafts, and more. The 20th Maine reenacts Civil War soldier life at historic Fort Knox along with fireworks Saturday evening. Location: Waterfront and downtown Bucksport. www.bucksportbaychamber.com.
32nd Annual Machias Wild Blueberry Festival
08/17/2007 - 08/19/2007
A celebration of the blueberry harvest that lasts all weekend long and offers a real old - fashioned good time. A children's parade, a fish fry, a homemade blueberry pancake breakfast, arts & craft show and more. Location: Downtown Machias. www.machiasblueberry.com.
Blue Hill Fair
08/30/2007 - 09/03/2007
A great country fair with midway, exhibits, non - pari - mutuel racing, animal pull events and entertainment. Fees: $7 general admission; $4 senior citizens, children under 12 free. Location: Route #172, Blue Hill. www.bluehillfair.com.
Maine Salmon Festival in Eastport
09/07/2007 - 09/09/2007
A seaside festival celebrating the Atlantic salmon industry on the Maine coast. Music, two - day arts and craft show, great salmon dinners. Lots of fun in a stunning setting. Fees: Fee for Salmon Dinner. Parking and admission free. Times: Check Web site for specific times. Location: Downtown Eastport. www.eastportme.net.
WoodenBoat Sail - In
09/10/2007
Windjammer fans will enjoy spectacular views of the entire fleet as they sail into WoodenBoat Harbor with refreshments, live music, and tours. Times: 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Location: WoodenBoat Drive, Brooklin. www.sailmainecoast.com.
Acadia's Oktoberfest & International Food Festival
10/06/2007
A spectacular and energetic New England event of beverage, foods, crafts, music and entertainment under the colors of autumn. Times: 11:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Location: Smuggler's Den Campground, Southwest Harbor. www.acadiachamber.com.
Mt. Desert Island Open Jam Session
10/07/2007
There will be all types of music and degrees of talent under giant tents. Non - alcohol and family friendly event. Times: Noon - 5:00 p.m. Location: Smuggler's Den Campground, Southwest Harbor. www.acadiachamber.com.
Mt. Desert Island Marathon
10/14/2007
Four island communities will host the third annual MDI Marathon. A weekend of special events ending with the 26.2 mile race through some of the most beautiful scenery Maine has to offer. Times: 8:00 a.m. Location: Begins in Bar Harbor. www.mdimarathon.org.
Tea, Popovers and Archaeology
10/15/2007
For the 9th year, the annual program on archaeology will be held at the Jordan Pond House, followed by the restaurant's famous tea and popovers. The speaker will be announced. Fees: $15 Abbe members, $20 non - members. Times: 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Location: Jordan Pond House, Acadia National Park. www.abbemuseum.org.