Calendar of events

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 Biddeford Intermediate School on Hill Street 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 26, 2025

Calling All Fairy Families: Build A Fairy House At Cascade Falls from 10AM - 1PM!

​The Saco Bay Trails Fairies are calling all families for a magical day at Cascade Falls! Join them for Fairy House Building Day on Saturday, July 26, 2025 from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm (rain date July 27th).

They need your help to rebuild the fairy house village after all those winter storms! Join them for a day of building, crafting, and exploring - it's the perfect summer adventure for the whole family!​

Plus All Your Favorites:
Build fairy houses!
Make fairy crowns and wands! 
Get your face painted!
Meet the fairies' mermaid friends and try on a tail! 
Enjoy delicious Fairy Bites treats from Nothing Bundt Cakes!

For parking information and more details, please visit: https://www.sacobaytrails.org/fairyhouse

August 05, 2025

National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign promoting police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods a safer, more caring places to live.  The Saco Police Department hosts the event in conjunction with the City of Saco and local businesses and organizations.  

During the two hour event, there is free food and drinks, games, and a number of free activities such as bounce houses/inflatables, and children's games, just to name a few.  There is a "touch a truck" display, meet and greets with public safety and City employees, and great music. It is a truly enjoyable evening and it is completely free, which would not be possible without the support of our ​community and volunteers. 

Date: Tuesday, August 5th 2025
Time: 5:00 - 7:00 PM
Location: Thornton Academy 

SBSI will have a table at the event, and we will have volunteers popping and distributing popcorn to event participants!

August 16, 2025

Westbrook Public Safety, along with Saco & Biddeford Savings and the Westbrook Hannaford, will host a free Kids Safety Day from 10am to 1pm in the Hannaford/Saco & Biddeford Savings parking lots.

View the smokehouse, fire trucks, ambulances and police vehicles, K-9 demonstrations, vehicle extrication demonstration and more!

Free hotdogs, water and soda will be available all day for attendees. 

Additionally, the Bicycle Coalition of Maine will also sponsor a bicycle rodeo supported by Ernie’s Cycle Shop. The Michael T. Goulet Traumatic Brain Injury and Epilepsy Foundation will give away free multisport helmets to the first 200 attendees along with a fitting and safety check. Attendees also can bring their old helmet in for a fitting,  and have an opportunity to win one of two bicycles. 

This free event is open to the public and is sponsored by Westbrook Public Safety, Saco & Biddeford Savings, Westbrook Hannaford, The Michael T. Goulet Traumatic Brain Injury and Epilepsy Foundation, Ernie’s Cycle Shop, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southern Maine, My Place Teen Center, Westbrook Communities that Care, Westbrook Kiwanis, Westbrook Safe Mobility and Access Committee.

Kids Safety Day will be held rain or shine.

*Photo Courtesy of Scott Linscott Photography

August 16, 2025

Step into an alternate timeline at the Southern Maine Steampunk Fest, where Victorian steam power meets modern imagination! This day-long celebration of all things steampunk explores the question: What if steam technology had powered our future? 

This event began in 2015 at the Brick Store Museum and has since grown to an incredible visitor-favorite event over the past ten years. As of 2025, the Brick Store Museum changed the name of our Steampunk Fair to Steampunk FEST, to better describe the atmosphere and function of this event. 

Held across the historic Brick Store Museum campus, the festival invites visitors to immerse themselves in a world of retro-futurism inspired by the works of Jules Verne and H.G. Wells. Enjoy eclectic vendors, one-of-a-kind art, lively discussions, and hands-on activities that explore the “future of history”—how the past continues to shape the worlds we dream of.

Come in costume, bring your curiosity, and prepare to journey 20,000 leagues into a world where gears turn dreams into reality!

Despite its niche fandom, the Steampunk Fest gathers participants from throughout New England. This event is one of the Museum’s largest fundraisers annually, raising funds for the Museum’s educational mission in the southern Maine region.

Costume Contest
All costumes must be family-friendly. Gore, graphic violence, nudity, swearing, or other objectionable elements may be grounds for disqualification as determined by the Museum staff.

Categories:
- Best Adult Costume
- Best Children’s Costume
- Best Group/Duo
- Most Creative
- Crowd Favorite
*Guidelines for 2025 will be updated here as the event approaches!

Parking is available throughout downtown Kennebunk:
- public lots on Main Street and Green Street
- street parking on Main and Dane Streets
- parking lots at Kennebunk Savings Main St branch and Griffon Security (Fletcher Street)

Prices range from $2 – $5 per person, and are Free for Museum Members.

For more information, please visit the website by clicking here.

August 16, 2025

River Jam returns to Biddeford on Saturday, August 16, 2025 from 11AM - 9:30PM with an annual celebration of music and community. Groove to the beats while you enjoy fun family activities and more, all alongside the gorgeous Saco River at Mechanics Park in Downtown Biddeford!

Start the day with live dance, theater, & music performances, community booths, and fun activities for all ages! The afternoon and evening continue with an incredible line-up of musicians from Maine and beyond performing on the Main Stage, several food trucks, and local brews/wines in the Beer & Wine Garden.

Mark your calendars—more details coming soon - click here to stay up to date! You won’t want to miss this special day of free live performances, good vibes, and great company!

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.