Special Events and Activities to Point toward in 2012
Memorial Day Weekend - May 25 - 28 Our Ocean Point Inn Opening Weekend
Boothbay Railway Village - June 17 Father’s Day - Fathers admitted free. Antique auto rides, etc. Museum open daily.
50th
Annual Windjammer Days - June 26 and 27
Fully rigged windjammers sail into Boothbay Harbor. Two days, Tuesday
and Wednesday, of family fun, pancake breakfasts, waterfront concerts,
and fireworks over the Harbor, street parade, antique boat parade and
more.
Antique Boat Parade - June 21, 2011 Time: 3:00 PM -
6:00 PM - Antique Boat Parade around Boothbay Harbor ~ A site to see.
Fourth of July Weekend - July 4th
24t Old Fashioned 4th of July Family Celebration. Arts & Crafts Show,
children’s games, chicken barbeque, live music. Fireworks over the
Harbor.
Boothbay in Bloom Fashion Show & Cocktail Party - July 11, 2012
"Boothbay in Bloom” an annual event featuring noteworthy local models,
colorful tales, and fabulous fashions. A silent auction, and fashion
show of beautiful clothing and accessories for men, women and children.
5 - 7:30 PM
2nd Annual Craft Beer Festival - July 14, 2012. - Craft
Beer Comes to Boothbay, Maine
1:00pm - 4:00pm - Boothbay Resort.
Join Maine brewers in Boothbay for an afternoon of craft beer sponsored
by the Maine Brewers' Guild. Come experience Maine craft beers at an
intimate, outdoor beer tasting event featuring traditional BBQ and some
of the best award-winning craft beer that Maine has to offer.
Founders, owners, and brew masters will be in attendance, creating a
more unique experience than a traditional beer festival. Rare, special
and single batch beers will be featured among the brews being poured at
this event in scenic coastal Boothbay. Every Maine brewery will be in
attendance -- stay tuned for a complete list of breweries and brews.
This is a 21+ event. No pets. Rain or Shine. Ticket includes beverages,
traditional southern BBQ, and parking. All proceeds benefit the Maine
Brewers' Guild. Special commemorative tasting glass with first 400
tickets. $25 Designated Driver. $50 General Admission. $75 - VIP Guest. Limited number of VIP Guest tickets available at $75.
Come at Noon and spend an hour mingling with the brewers and be the
first to taste some of the special brews.
Antique
Auto Days - July 14th and 15th
Over 250 restored and running antique autos. Demonstrations, contests,
events and awards.
Sunday afternoon parade through Boothbay Harbor. Hosted by the Boothbay
Railway Village.
10th
Annual Boat Builders Festival - July 31st
Tours of Shipyards, sail loft, small and large vessels, historical
lectures, kids’ activities, art show, music, chowder, lobster rolls and
more. Held at the Ship Builders Park in East Boothbay.
August 5, 6 & 7 Day Out With Thomas™ Ride behind Thomas
the Tank Engine.
Boothbay Railway Village - Activities include live
entertainment and much more.
August 12, 13 & 14 Day Out With Thomas™ Ride behind Thomas the Tank
Engine. Boothbay Railway Village - Activities include live
entertainment and much more.
September 17 -
Boothbay Railway Village - Children's Day • Children 16
and under admitted free. Model T rides and more related activities.
September 17-23 - Restaurant Week is a seven day
Celebration of the Cuisine Scene in the Boothbay Harbor Region. From
fine dining to casual, participating restaurants will feature special
menus items, promotions and discounts. Menus, maps, links, telephone
numbers and online reservations information (where available) will be
provided to help you navigate your way during the most delicious week of
the year! With prices so low, it's your chance to get a taste of all
that the Boothbay Harbor Region has to offer! Participating Restaurants
in the Boothbay Harbor Region offer special menus with choice of
Appetizer, Entree and Dessert...all for one incredible price!
39th Annual Fall Foliage Festival - Oct
6th and 7th
Maine Crafts, culinary booths, chowder, cheeses, chili, and home baked
goods. Two days of toe-tapping music and entertainment. There are steam
train rides and antique autos on the grounds. Sponsored by the Boothbay
Information Center and the Boothbay Railway Village on Route 27.
