A cold winter in Maine is exactly what some of us are here for. We can’t deny that snow is beautiful and the state is often at its best during these colder months. But, when things begin to thaw, the excitement can’t be overlooked. The greener the state becomes, the more we start looking for fun things to do. And we think the best spring festival in Maine might just be this one in Kennebunk.
The coast of southern Maine is one of our favorite spots in the state. It’s beautiful in the summer, but spring brings its own type of fun. Before the beaches are swarmed and the streets are packed, enjoy some hometown fun by checking out one of the best spring festivals in Maine!
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The annual May Day Festival in Kennebunk is something we look forward to as soon as the first leaf appears on a tree. The perfect entry into spring, this is a day you won’t want to miss.
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And don’t worry about forgetting it’s coming up. The town gets so excited about it, there’s a good chance you’ll be hearing about it for weeks in advance.
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The full day of activity begins at 8 a.m. with the pancake breakfast at Duffy’s that runs until 10 a.m.
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The farmers’ market is in full-swing from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., along with live music, fun workshops and crafts taking place throughout the day. And, with the backdrop of one of our favorite towns, you can’t possibly have a bad time.
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We especially love the parade which begins around 1:30 p.m. most years. It feels like every local organization is involved in the parade and both kids and adults get in on the fun. Staking out a spot early in the morning is the best way to ensure the best view.
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And, of course, you’ll want to make sure you can meet some of the local celebs!
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To get a good sense of what to expect, check out the fun video below from a few years ago:
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The May Day Festival in Kennebunk is held each year on the first Saturday in May. In 2022 this fun event is on May 7th. The all-day event is free to attend and includes a full day of fun. You can see the schedule on the town website.
Once you attend the event there’s a good chance you’ll want to make this town a mainstay on your must-visit list for the rest of the season. If that’s the case be sure to plan on taking a trolley tour of Kennebunkport, Maine, then explore the historic district along the Kennebunk River.
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