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OCT 2
MAINE MARATHON, RELAY
& MAINE HALF-MARATHON
13 & 26 mile races from Baxter Boulevard in
Portland, 3,500 runners. 749-9160
OCT 8
WOLFE’S NECK FARM FALL FESTIVAL
Celebrate sustainable agriculture with music,
animal interactions, pumpkin hayrides and more.
Freeport, 865-4469
OCT 19-23
HARVEST ON THE HARBOR
A Maine culinary experience. Local foods,
exceptional wines from around the world,
amazing chefs. On Portland’s waterfront.
NOV 1-7
PORTLAND BEER WEEK
Annual collection of events celebrating the
vibrant beer culture in Maine.
NOV 18 - DEC 31
NORTHERN LIGHTS
An incredible display of lights, crafts for
kids, horse-drawn carriage rides, carolers and
entertainment.
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EVENTS
Any season you visit Greater Portland, you’ll have a full array of events to complement our
scenic splendor. Plan your travels around a festival or catch whatever’s on tap when you arrive.
Photo: Tim Greenway — Concert on Portland's Eastern Prom
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DEC 31
KIDNIGHT/NEW YEAR'S EVE
L.L.Bean hosts a full day of activities for kids
culminating in a festive fireworkds display at
6 pm. Freeport.
2017
FEB 19-21
FLAVORS OF FREEPORT
Enjoy samples from some of Maine’s best chefs
and local brews and beverages at the Ice Bar.
Freeport, 865-1212
MAR 1-11
MAINE RESTAURANT WEEK
Warm up to winter at restaurants throughout
the state offering specially priced three-course
menus.
MAR 18-20
MAINE BOATBUILDER’S SHOW
A gathering of the finest fiberglass and
wooden custom boat builders on the East Coast.
Portland, 775-4403
SPRING DATES TBA
PORTLAND FLOWER SHOW
Exhibition of Maine horticulture and landscap-
ing professionals. Portland, 775-4403
NOV 25 - DEC 18
LIGHT UP YOUR HOLIDAYS
Downtown Portland is alive with joy-filled
celebration on its streets and many special
events. 772-6828
NOV 25 - DEC 18
POLAR EXPRESS
The popular children’s book comes to life when
the Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad departs for a
journey to the “North Pole.” 828-0814.
NOV 25, ‘16 - JAN 1, ‘17
CHRISTMAS AT VICTORIA MANSION
Victoria Mansion is lavishly decorated for the
holidays by professional designers, decorators,
and florists. 772-4841
DEC 2-4
SPARKLE WEEKEND
Parade, carolers, Santa, horse-drawn carriage
rides enliven downtown Freeport. 865-1212
DEC 2-11
KENNEBUNKPORT’S CHRISTMAS PRELUDE
Two week festival with tree lighting, caroling,
walking tours, hat parade, entertainment and
much, much more for the entire family. 967-0857