Calendar of events

April 30, 2025

Come celebrate Volunteer of the Year, SBSI's own Joe Reardon, at this year's event, hosted in The Cellars at Allagash Brewing Company, in Portland.

The event will highlight service awards for individuals, networking, friendly competition award categories - with winners unveiled the night of the event. Drink tickets are provided, with lite bites. This event is free.

Wednesday, April 30 · 4:30 - 6:30pm
Allagash Brewing Company
50 Industrial Way Portland, ME 04103

To register, please click here!

May 15, 2025

This family-friendly project was made possible through the collaborative efforts of the Rotary Club of Biddeford-Saco and Saco Parks & Recreation. They aim to create a safe, accessible outdoor space where children of all ages and abilities can enjoy fun water play in Saco. A community fundraiser spearheaded by the Rotary Club raised more than $15,000 for the splash pad in August.

Other local organizations have also given their support through generous donations, including Ready Seafood, Saco and Biddeford Savings, Atlantic Comfort Systems, Shed Happens of Saco, Animal Hospital of Saco, Saco River Acupuncture & Wellness, Everspring Wealth, and Carl A. Goodwin, Inc. Construction partners include CCB Inc , Moulison Heavy Electric , Jim Godbout Plumbing & Heating, Inc., and PM Construction Co., Inc.

Construction is underway, and the splash pad is expected to open May 15, 2025. To learn more about Saco Parks & Recreation’s offerings for all ages, visit www.sacorec.com.
 

May 16, 2025 - May 17, 2025

SpringFest is a South Portland community celebration that will return to the Red Bank neighborhood on Friday, May 16, and to Mill Creek Park on Saturday, May 17, 2025, bigger, better, and even more fun! 

Attendees can look forward to exciting new additions: The Unstoppable Gnome Community Road Race, Maine’s first-ever Children’s Entrepreneur Marketplace, and the SpringFest Cornhole Championship – events that bring even more energy and community engagement to SpringFest and South Portland’s Mill Creek Park.

For all events and information, please click here!

May 17, 2025

Community members and businesses are encouraged to bring up to two boxes of documents (cancelled checks, old bills and invoices, medical records, etc.) for safe and confidential shredding. Shredding will be provided by Shredding on Site® Mobile Shredding. Staff will assist with disposing shredding materials.  

Attendees are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items for the Biddeford Food Pantry. 

Details are below:

          What: Free Drive-thru Shredding Event 

          When: Saturday, May 17th, 2025 from 8:00 a.m. to noon, or until the truck is full.

          Where: Saco & Biddeford Savings - Biddeford Branch, 160 Shops Way, Biddeford, ME

          Who: Open to the public. All community members are invited to attend.

          Highlights: Free, safe, and confidential shredding for up to two boxes of documents (per household).

Items acceptable for shredding:
Bank Information and Cancelled Checks
Obsolete Invoices
Outdated Bills
Letters, Envelopes, Ledgers
Mortgage & Loan Information
Any Other Clean Paper
Medical Information

Items NOT acceptable for shredding include (but not limited to):
Accordion Folders
Cardboard & Cardboard Boxes
Dark Brown Colored Folders
Electronics
Magazines
Newsprints
Plastic
X-Rays
 

June 06, 2025 - June 07, 2025

Westbrook-Gorham Community Chamber's Annual Event at Riverbank Park!

In 2010, WTD was awarded the Spirit of America Award for volunteerism in Maine and continues to bring pride to the community.

For a full schedule of events, please click here!

June 13, 2025 - August 08, 2025

Taking place on the second Friday of June, July, and August, this lively event is designed to showcase the best of downtown Saco, showcasing Main Street as a hub of music, dining, shopping and summer fun.

Enjoy the sounds of talented local musicians while savoring a meal at one of Saco’s outstanding restaurants, browsing unique shops, and soaking in the charm of a Maine summer evening.

Whether you’re catching up with friends, enjoying a night out with family, or simply looking for a reason to head downtown, Music on Main is the perfect way to kick off your weekend.

June 20, 2025

Parade starts at 6PM and can be viewed from Alfred Street to Graham Street Extension to West Street to St. Louis Field. 

For more information, please visit: https://www.lakermessefestival.com/

June 21, 2025

The Saco Main Street Sidewalk Arts Festival Committee invites you to attend the 54th Annual Saco Main Street Sidewalk Arts Festival from 9AM - 3PM located at CK Burns School (due to construction on Elm Street the location had to be adjusted this year).  

Over a thousand people attend this annual event where more than 75 artists and craftsmen display a rich variety of artwork, photography, and sculpture.

We are looking forward to a great summer and enhancing our traditions of this festival with some new ideas increasing the vitality and vibrancy of this event.

June 26, 2025 - August 01, 2025

The Scarborough Community Chamber of Commerce and Community Services are thrilled to hold the 26th Annual outdoor concerts series Thursday nights at 6:30pm at the Scarborough Memorial Park!

June 26, 2025 – Motor Booty Affair
July 3, 2025 – 195th Army Band
July 10, 2025 – Don Campbell
July 17, 2025 – Plush
July 24, 2025 – Stolen MoJo
July 31, 2025 – Yellow Brick Road

For more information, please click here!

July 19, 2025

Rev 'em up! With over 150 cars and trucks from 1918 through the "muscle car" era there is something for everyone. There are cars, and cars...

Besides the great cars there will be music throughout the day and food & drink available. The show will end early enough to eat at all of our Main Street eating establishments as well.

Location: Thornton Academy | 438 Main Street, Saco, ME
Time: 8:00am-1:00pm

Parking will be available on the Thornton Academy campus in the lot closest to Hill Stadium, as well as in the front circle. Parking is also available on streets surrounding Thornton Academy (Clark St, Union St, King St, etc.) Spectator admission is free to the public.

September 13, 2025

Join the pack at 12PM at Saco's favorite event for dog lovers and their four-legged friends!

Bark in the Park is the ultimate celebration of all things canine, drawing hundreds of attendees eager for tail-wagging fun. This paw-some day features a pet-friendly vendor fair, a crowd-pleasing doggy parade, agility demonstrations, a spirited dog costume contest, live music, food trucks, and countless other fur-ocious attractions.

 

October 18, 2025

The annual Pumpkin Harvest Festival returns on October 18th at 10AM, transforming our historic downtown into a bustling celebration of all things fall.

This event features cherished traditions and a day full of autumn activities for all ages.

Highlights include the enchanting pumpkin patch, filled with creatively decorated pumpkins, and the lively pie-eating contest, live music, pony rides, carnival area, and over 60 vendors lining Main Street.

This beloved festival celebrates community spirit and the magic of autumn.

November 23, 2025

3rd annual Main Street Market starts at 9AM at the Thornton Academy Linnell Gym, and combines the spirit of community and the joy of local shopping. It’s an opportunity to experience the creativity of local artisans and crafters and get a jump-start on holiday shopping.

This event brings together over 60 talented vendors. From handcrafted jewelry and artisanal home goods to festive decor and and cozy apparel, there’s something for everyone.

December 13, 2025

The Holiday Festival & Parade of lights is a festive Saco tradition, blending festive daytime fun with the dazzling parade in the evening.

During the daytime festival, families can enjoy story time with Santa, live carolers on Main Street, winter craft activities, the Festival of Trees at the Saco Museum, and other holiday activities before the Parade of Lights takes center stage. With glowing floats, lively dancers, and holiday displays, Main Street transforms into a winter wonderland.