Eastport 4th of July Festival

Eastport, Maine is home to the largest 4th of July Festival in the state of Maine. Come celebrate the beauty of this land in this historic port city on the Atlantic Ocean.

Schedule of Events:
9:00 Dale Lincoln Kids' Fun Run. Ages 13 and under. Boat School to former Dead River Company on Key Street.

9:30 Tiny Tots Fair and face painting. Library Lawn. Children's games for ages 5 and under.

10:00 Opening of Craft Fair and Vendors

10:00 Auction to Benefit Border Historical Society. In front of Quoddy Crafts. Water Street.

11:00 Community Portrait by Photographer Thaddeus Holownia, Sutherland Amphitheater.

12:00 Miss 4th of July Contest. Overlook Park. Little Miss 5-8, Junior Miss 9-13, and Miss 14-18. Contestants for all age categories must register before 12 noon.

1:00 Strawberry Shortcake Sale. Sponsored by Peavey Memorial Library Board. Library Park.

2:00 Fireman's Muster. Water Street.

3:30 Annual Codfish Relay Race. Water Street. 16 and under or 16 and over. Must have four members for a team.

6:00 Class of 2003 Reunion. The Cannery. Water Street.

6:00-8:00 Live Music by Minor Characters Band. Overlook Park.

DUSK Torchlight Parade. Post Office to Motel East.