Events
Weekly Summer Events
Fireworks
In The Square
Professional fireworks display every Thursday evening from June 25 -
Labor Day. A fun event for the entire family. Approximately 9:45pm
next to the Pier (sponsored by Palace Playland and The Pier). Also
July 4th Show!
Ocean Park Music Festival
Sunday evening live music at the Temple on Temple Ave (7:30pm).
Chautauqua Weeks inspirational services. For a complete list of
shows visit www.oceanpark.org or 207-934-9068.
2009 Calendar of Events
January 1 - 21st Annual Lobster Dip...
Watch or join in as over 300 participants dip into the chilly waters
as a fundraiser to benefit Special Olympics of Maine. On the beach
in front of the Brunswick Hotel. Sponsored by the Portland Rugby
Club. 207-879-0489
April 12 – Easter Egg Extravaganza…
Great family fun for all ages featuring the arrival of the OOB Bunny
at the front entrance of the Loranger Middle School, Easter egg
hunt, carnival games, face painting and other fun-filled activities.
The event begins at 11:00am in at the new location, Loranger Middle
School in Old Orchard Beach, Maine. All free to the general public.
207-934-0860. Sponsored by Saco Biddeford Savings Institution.
May
16 – Beerfest – 11th Annual…
All day event featuring over 30 microbrews and live music on the
Pier. 207-934-3595.
May 25 – Memorial Day Parade…
The Veterans of Foreign Wars and the American Legion of Old Orchard
Beach co-host this 1pm annual parade. 207-934-5043
June 11 – 14 – 6th Annual Back to the Beach Corvette
Weekend...
Hundreds of corvettes arrive for a welcome party, grand prix racing,
doo wop dance, car cruises and awards banquet with dance and DJ.
603-893-2797
June 19 – 21 – Pier - A - Palooza Music Festival…
A locals music festival featuring upcoming musical talent. On the
pier. 207-934-3595
June 20 – 5th Annual Cpt. Christopher S. Cash Memorial 5K
and 2.5 Mile Walk…
Time of Run: 8:30am, Time of Walk: 8:40am, Kid’s Fun Run: 7:45am.
Start/Finish at E. Emerson Cummings Blvd. (behind OOB Police
Station) To volunteer or FMI: 207-934-2360 or visit
www.runforcash.org. All proceeds benefit the Captain Christopher S.
Cash Memorial Scholarship Fund.
June 25 - 28 – La Kermesse…
Largest Franco-American festival in Maine. This carnival-like
weekend highlights culture, entertainment, tradition and food.
Waterhouse Field in Biddeford. 207-282-1567.
July 3 – 4 – Parade and 21st Annual Sandcastle Contest…
Ocean Park. Come enjoy a parade and band concert with line and
square dancing. Family sandcastle contest on the beach. Fun for the
entire family. 207-934-9068.
July
4 – Fireworks In The Square…
On the beach next to the Old Orchard Beach Pier.
July 10 – 12 – Annual Greek Heritage Festival…
Weekend long festival celebrating homemade Greek food, pastries,
music and dancing. Church tours, bookstore, crafts and many
activities for children. Live Greek band on Friday and Saturday
evening. Fun for the whole family. St. Demetrios Orthodox Church in
Saco. Contact Biddeford/Saco Chamber at 207-282-1567.
July 23 – August 20 – Weekly Concerts in the Park…
Concerts every Thursday evening beginning at 6:00pm in Memorial
Park. Bring your blanket, lawn chair and picnic while listening to
bluegrass, country, folk and other assorted music venues.
207-934-0860.
July 25th - First Annual Seaside Art Festival...
The Art Festival will be held on Saturday, July 26th (rain date July
27th) at Memorial Park in Old Orchard Beach. Proceeds will benefit
the Libby Memorial Library Building Fund. The Art Festival will
consist of numerous Maine and other New England Artists who will
display artwork for sale and judging. The Salvation Army Band and
the local barbershop quartet will be performing throughout the day.
207-934-4351
August 1 – 7 – Salvation Army Pier Ministry…
Week long evening entertainment in The Square featuring vocalists,
magicians, bilingual speakers, bands and other entertainment. Parade
of Witness. 12th annual golf tournament. Volleyball beach blast.
207-934-2024.
August
2 – Illumination Night - Ocean Park…
Ocean Park community lights their homes during the 20th
annual Festival of Lights. Band concert and strawberry shortcake are
special favorites during this event. 207-934-9068.
August 21 – 23 – 26th Annual Beach Olympics…
Three days of fun competition, music, displays and a presentation to
benefit Special Olympics of Maine. On the Beach, in The Square and
the surrounding area. All welcome. Sponsored by Saco & Biddeford
Savings Institution & Town of Old Orchard Beach.
August 22 – Annual 5k Race…
Enjoy a kid's "fun run" or adult 5k through town with T-shirts and
medals for the kids and other awards for divisional winners. All are
welcome. www.breakaway5k.org. 207-282-3607
September 11 – 12 – Tri-State Fishing Tournament…
Catch and release for striped bass and blue fish on the Beach.
508-866-4815.
September 11 – 12 – Bikefest On The Pier…
Motorcycle showcase with live music, a giant pig roast and vendors.
Ride your motorcycle on the pier! Hundreds of motorcycles on
display. 207-934-3595
September
18 – 19 – 16th Annual Car Show…
Car show with many divisions, entertainment, trophies and awards.
Friday night lineup on Main Street with parade and car show on
Saturday. Great family fun for all. Sponsored by Saco & Biddeford
Savings Institution & Town of Old Orchard Beach.
December 6 – Celebrate the Season by the Sea…
17th annual tree-lighting event with free horse-drawn hay wagon
rides, face painting, entertainment, hot chocolate and food. Frosty
and Rudolph will be on hand. Bonfire and caroling on the Beach and
holiday bazaar. Have your picture taken with Santa and Mrs. Claus,
who arrive on a fire engine, making this a very special tradition
and holiday event. Sponsored by Saco & Biddeford Savings Institution
& Town of Old Orchard Beach.
Event schedule subject to change without notice.
For additional information on family vacations in Old Orchard Beach,
contact the Old Orchard Beach Chamber of Commerce at 207-934-2500. e
mail:
info@oldorchardbeachmaine.com
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Old Orchard Beach, Maine 04064
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