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“Events take place year-round including June's Palooza Music Festival with live entertainment on the Pier, Back to the Beach Corvette Weekend, Memorial Day Parades and more.”
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Old Orchard Beach Maine Events

2011 Old Orchard Beach Calendar of Events

Summer Activities
Fireworks In The Square
Professional fireworks display every Thursday evening from June 24 – Labor Day. A fun event for the entire family. Approximately 9:45pm next to the Pier (sponsored by Palace Playland and The Pier). Also large display for the July 4th Show!

Ocean Park Music Festival
Sunday evening live music at the Temple beginning in July through August on Temple Ave (7:30pm). Chautauqua Weeks inspirational services. For a complete list of shows visit www.oceanpark.org or 207-934-9068.

2011 Special Events

January 1 – 23rd Annual Lobster Dip...
Watch or join in as over 300 participants dip into the chilly waters as part of a fundraiser to benefit Special Olympics of Maine. Located on the beach in front of the Brunswick Hotel. Sponsored by the Portland Rugby Club. FMI: 207-879-0489 X14

April 16th --- 6th Annual Easter Egg Extravaganza...
Great family fun for all ages featuring a parade, Easter egg hunt, photos with the OOB Bunny costumed character, animal balloons and other fun-filled games. At Loranger Middle School from 10:00am to 1:00pm. All free to the general public. Sponsored by Old Orchard Beach Recreation Department. FMI: 207-934-0860

May 13 – 18 --- USCAA 2011 - National Baseball Tournament...
Ten USCAA baseball teams competing at The Ballpark for a double elimination tournament to win the USCAA 2010 Championship Trophy. Tournament includes day and evening games, opening and closing ceremonies, parade, festival and other fun-filled activities. Events open to the public. Contact 207-934-5714 ext. 219 or visit www.theuscaa.com.

May 13 --- Beerfest - 13th Annual...
All day event featuring over 30 microbrews and live music on the Pier. 207-934-3595 or visit www.oobpier.com.

May 30 --- Memorial Day Parade...
The Veterans of Foreign Wars and the American Legion of Old Orchard Beach co-host this 1pm annual parade. Call the Town of Old Orchard Beach at 207-934-5714 for more details.

June 9 – 12 --- 8th Annual Back to the Beach Corvette Weekend...
Hundreds of corvettes arrive for a welcome party, grand prix racing, doo wop dance, car cruises and awards banquet with dance and DJ. FMI: 603-893-2797.

June 25th --- Seventh Annual Cpt. Christopher S. Cash Memorial 5K and 2.5 Mile Walk...
Time of Run: 8:30am, Time of Walk: 8:40am, Kid’s Fun Run: 7:45am. Start/Finish at E. Emerson Cummings Blvd. (behind OOB Police Station) To volunteer or FMI: Visit our web site at www.runforcash.org or call 207-934-2360. All proceeds benefit the Captain Christopher S. Cash Memorial Scholarship Fund.

July 3 – 4 --- Parade and 23rd Annual Family Sand Sculpture Contest - Ocean Park...
Come enjoy a parade (July 4 starting at 10 a.m.) and band concert with line and square dancing. Family sand sculpture contest (July 3 from 3-5pm) on the beach . Fun for the entire family. FMI: 207-934-9068.

July 4 --- Fireworks In The Square...
July 4th Fireworks on the beach next to the Old Orchard Beach Pier. (Fireworks take place on Monday, July 4th .)

July 23 --- Annual Seaside Art Festival...
Art in Memorial Park featuring numerous Maine and New England artists work on display for sale and judging. Entertainment by the Salvation Army Band and a barbershop quartet. Proceeds to benefit the Libby Memorial Library Building Fund. Rain date: 7/24. 207-934-4351

July 30 – August 5 --- Salvation Army Pier Ministry...
Week long evening entertainment in The Square featuring vocalists, magicians, bilingual speakers, bands and other entertainment. Parade of Witness. 14th annual golf tournament. Volleyball beach blast. FMI: 207-934-2024.

August 6 --- Illumination Night - Ocean Park...
Ocean Park community lights their homes during the 21st annual Festival of Lights. Band concert and strawberry shortcake are special favorites during this event. FMI: 207-934-9068.

August 19 – 21 --- 28th Annual Beach Olympics...
Three days of fun competition, music, displays and a presentation to benefit Special Olympics of Maine. On the Beach, in the square and the surrounding areas. All welcome. Sponsored by Saco & Biddeford Savings Institution & Town of Old Orchard Beach. FMI: 934-2500

August 20 --- Annual 5k Race...
Enjoy a kid's "fun run" or adult 5k through town with T-shirts and medals for the kids and other awards for divisional winners. All are welcome. 207-282-3607.

September 10 – 11 --- Tri-State Fishing Tournament...
Catch and release for striped bass and blue fish on the Beach. 508-866-4815.

September 10 --- Bikefest on the Pier...
Motorcycle showcase with live music, a giant pig roast and vendors. Ride your motorcycle on the pier! Hundreds of motorcycles on display. 207-934-3595 or visit www.oobpier.com

September 9 – 11 --- Tow Truck and Meet Parade...
21st Annual show provided by the towing and Recovery Association of Maine. Three day show includes driver skills tests, police and fire demos, parade, awards and other fun events. Memorial Park and First Street Open to the general public. FMI: 207-590-1003

September 16 – 17 --- 18th Annual Car Show...
Car show with many divisions, entertainment, trophies and awards. Friday night lineup on Main Street with parade and car show on Saturday. Great family fun for all. Sponsored by Saco & Biddeford Savings Institution & Town of Old Orchard Beach. FMI: 207-934-2500

December 4th --- 18th Annual Christmas by the Sea...
Annual tree-lighting event with free horse-drawn hay wagon rides, face painting, entertainment, hot chocolate and food. Frosty and Rudolph will be on hand. Bonfire on the beach. Bring your camera and have your picture take with Santa and Mrs. Claus, who arrive on a fire engine, making this a very special tradition and holiday event. Parade starts at 1pm on Old Orchard Street. Annual tree lighting in the town square at approximately 3:30 p.m. FMI: 207-934-2500.

Event schedule subject to change without notice.

For additional information, contact the Old Orchard Beach Chamber of Commerce at 207-934-2500. e mail: info@oldorchardbeachmaine.com

“Start with the small amusement parks like Palace Playland; then move on to the carousels, arcades, and miniature-golf courses; top it off with cotton candy, fried dough and, of course, fudge and taffy.”
-Yankee Magazine