Calendar 2021

May 25–26

SPRING ART FAIR

Island Arts Association Spring Fair in Bar Harbor.
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June 3-June 6

ACADIA BIRDING FESTIVAL

Find your birds in the natural beauty of Acadia National Park and environs.
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June 6

ACADIA HALF MARATHON

Half marathon through one of America's best national parks. Sponsored by the MDI YMCA.
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July 4

BAR HARBOR'S INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION

Voted the #1 top Fourth of July celebrations in America by the Today Show, and recognized by National Geographic as one of the top ten in the U.S. as well. The day is capped by fantastic fireworks near the Bass Cottage Inn.
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July 10–11

NORTH ATLANTIC BLUES FESTIVAL, ROCKLAND ME

One of the best outdoor blues festivals on the East Coast, in nearby Rockland (about a 2 hour drive away).
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August 14-15

ISLAND ARTS ASSOCIATION CRAFT FAIR, SOUTHWEST HARBOR ME

See crafts created by artists of Mount Desert Island and nearby islands off the coast.
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September 4-5

ISLAND ARTS ASSOCIATION WEEKEND FAIR IN THE PARK

Major in town art event just steps from the Bass Cottage Inn.
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September 29- October 3

ACADIA NIGHT SKY FESTIVAL

With the rapid loss of dark skies to light pollution receiving national attention, Maine is increasingly being referred to as one place “that still has stars.”
One of the premier night sky events on the eastern seaboard, featuring a full schedule of events. With workshops, nationally recognized speakers and hands-on experiences, there truly is something for everyone from families to the serious amateur astronomer. Help us celebrate the starlit skies of Downeast Maine through education, science and the arts.
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October 17

MDI MARATHON AND HALF MARATHON

One of the USA's most competitve and beautiful running events.
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