By the number of Google reviews — a real measure of how many people show up and weigh in — the most popular fairs and festivals in Maine are led by Bangor Craft Fair in Bangor (4,150 reviews, 3.4★), The Fryeburg Fair, and Portland Fall Makers Market. Here are the 12 most-reviewed events across the state.
The most popular fairs & festivals in Maine
- Bangor Craft Fair — Bangor · Nov 7–8 · 3.4★ (4,150 reviews)
- The Fryeburg Fair — Fryeburg · Oct 4–11 · 4.6★ (1,681 reviews)
- Portland Fall Makers Market — Portland · Oct 18 · 4.5★ (1,260 reviews)
- The Christmas by the Sea — Ogunquit · Dec 11–13 · 4.4★ (1,169 reviews)
- Rockland Summer Sunday Stroll Makers Market — Rockland · Jun 21 · 4.6★ (867 reviews)
- Augusta Harvest Festival Arts and Craft Show — Augusta · Oct 24–25 · 4.3★ (814 reviews)
- Common Ground Country Fair — Unity · Sep 25–27 · 4.7★ (673 reviews)
- Laudholm Nature Crafts Festival — Wells · Sep 12–13 · 4.8★ (353 reviews)
- Bass Park After Dark Summer Event — Bangor · Jun 20 · 4.2★ (316 reviews)
- Brunswick Fall Fiesta Craft Fair — Brunswick · Oct 17 · 4★ (262 reviews)
- Westbrook Columbus Weekend Arts and Craft Show — Westbrook · Oct 10–11 · 4.7★ (236 reviews)
- The Oxford Fair — Norway · Sep 16–19 · 4.1★ (232 reviews)
How we rank popularity
We rank by Google review count rather than guesswork. Review volume is the closest public proxy for real attendance and word-of-mouth — the events locals and visitors actually turn out for. Star ratings (shown alongside) measure how much people enjoyed them; the two together give an honest picture most directories can't.
Frequently asked questions
What is the most popular fair in Maine?
By Google review count, Bangor Craft Fair in Bangor is the most-reviewed, with 4,150 reviews and a 3.4★ rating.
How are the most popular Maine festivals ranked?
By number of Google reviews — the best available public proxy for attendance and word-of-mouth — with star ratings shown alongside.
