Pies, Fireworks and Sandcastles Mark Fourth of July Celebrations in Portland, Maine
Summertime in Maine is special. It is the big payoff to the rest of the year. Even in June there are still reminders of winter in June when the temperatures ease down at night. So, by the time July rolls around people are ready to shed the wool and celebrate. Mainers bring in the summer with lemonade stands, trips to the beach, blueberry pie, rhubarb dishes and all that says summer to the hardy folks who weathered the winter.
The state government has the most comprehensive web site for firework displays at http://www.maine.gov/dps/fmo/FireWorksShows.htm. The beauty of this listing is that it goes all the way through the summer, so if you are looking for a display in late July or even into August, then this is the web site that you would like to display to find firework displays in Maine.
Portland's city fireworks will be at 9:30 p.m. on July 4 on the Eastern Promenade. You can watch the display from Portland, from the water or plan ahead and take the ferry, Casco Bay Ferry lines, to Peaks Island and join in the celebration. You may find the island option to be cooler, less crowded and add a bit of variety to your 4th of July tradition.
After the Portland firework display, if you are on Peaks Island, step into the ice cream store for either a soft serve cone or great hand-scooped ice cream, the complement to a perfect 4th of July.
Eastport
Eastport has what is said to be the largest 4th of July celebration in Maine. Grand Independence Parade, Fireworks over the Bay, free entertainment at Overlook Park, greasy pole and water sports, antique car show, contests and games.
Freeport
Join a 10K Race, parade, free concert at Discovery Park and fireworks. This year is also L.L. Bean's 95th Anniversary Celebration from July 4 to July 8.
Kennebunk -- Gooch's Beach
Dusk
Moosehead Lake
Visit Junction Wharf where there are games, crafts and food. A parade will roll along the main streets of Greenville. Fireworks end the event.
Old Orchard Beach -- Fireworks in the Square
July 4 - July 5
Fireworks display, next to the Pier, Town Square at 9 p.m.
Portland - Independence Day Fireworks Train
July 4
Take the Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Co. & Museum, 58 Fore Street, to East End Beach to watch the Portland city fireworks at 9:15 p.m. Trains run from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Food vendors at the site. Cost: donation
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- Portland, Maine, fireworkst at 9:30 p.m. on July 4.
- Old Orchard Beach fireworks at 9 p.m. on July 4.
- Kennebunk fireworkst at dusk.