Maine Cultural Fairs & Festivals
12 cultural events across Maine for 2026.
In 8 daysBar Harbor Summer Fine Arts Festival
This festival will host a great selection of local, national and international artists who will be showcasing their talents and selling their original works in various media including fine jewelry, graphics and 2D mixed-media, painting, fine photography, fine wearables, sculpture, glass and 3D work, digital art, and more.
4.7(59)Litchfield Summer Family Bluegrass Festival
A food festival in Litchfield.
4.2(12)Seacoast Food Truck Festival
A craft fair in Kittery.
4(4)Bar Harbor Fine Arts Festival
A craft fair in Bar Harbor.
Eastport Pirate Festival
A craft fair in Eastport.
4.8(353)Laudholm Nature Crafts Festival
It will host about 140 juried exhibitors showcasing and selling their nature themed works..
5(2)Belgrade Harvest Artisan Festival
It will host a great selection of crafters and artists showcasing and selling their unique items in various categories including painting/drawing, glass, pottery, baskets, jewelry, needlework, wood, clothing, leather, metal, food, photography, personal care, fiber, and much more.
4.3(814)Augusta Harvest Festival Arts and Craft Show
It will host an array of artists and craftsmen displaying and selling a variety of items, including seasonal florals, cards, decorative boxes, wearable art, pocketbooks and bags, beautiful handcrafted jewelry, gourmet foods, soaps and lotions, candles, soft sculpture, fine art with watercolors and acrylics, Victorian decor, glassware, country crafts, ceramics, stained glass and much more.
Belgrade Holiday Artisan Festival
A craft fair in Belgrade.
Belgrade Holiday Stroll Artisan Festival
A craft fair in Belgrade.
RecurringOld Port Festival
Portland's beloved harborside street festival closes downtown's Old Port to traffic for a day of live music on multiple stages, local food and craft vendors, family activities, and a celebration of the city's waterfront neighborhood.
RecurringHarvest on the Harbor
Portland's premier fall food festival celebrating Maine's culinary scene with chef competitions, local seafood and farm tastings, craft beverages, and harbor-side events.
Frequently asked questions
How many cultural festivals are there in Maine?
Our directory lists 17 cultural festivals across Maine for the 2026 season, including Laudholm Nature Crafts Festival, The Family Bluegrass Music Festival and Litchfield Summer Family Bluegrass Festival.
When is the best time for cultural festivals in Maine?
Maine's cultural festivals cluster in June and August — that's when you'll find the most to choose from.
What are the most popular cultural festivals in Maine?
By Google review score, Laudholm Nature Crafts Festival in Wells ranks among the most popular, with a 4.8-star rating from 353 reviews.