Community Events

The ceremony takes place in Memorial Park, Old Orchard Beach at 6:00PM nightly to honor deceased veterans from Memorial Day thru Labor Day. There are special ceremonies on 9/11, POA/MIA, Veterans Day, and Pearl Harbor Day. FMI call 207-468-0443.

Summer is the perfect time to have fun in Old Orchard Beach. Every Thursday night from June 20th thru late August, we have a free firework display starting at 9:30pm. Join in on all the summer fun in OOB! Sponsored by Palace Playland & The Pier.

FREE CONCERTS IN THE BALLPARK runs from August 8 thru August 29. This free family friendly concert series will be held at the Ballpark on THURSDAY Aug 8th, 15th, 22nd and 29th. These concerts are brought in conjunction with the OOB Recreation Department. and will feature local bands. Music will start at 6PM. Food and refreshments will be sold at the Ballpark Concessions. These concerts are Free but donations are gladly accepted to help continue and grow these events.
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amily-friendly event in Maine's popular beach town just south of Portland. This race features a beach start in soft sand. After running into the water, athletes will make their way through shallow water, so practice your dolphin dives. The swim will be a rectangular point to point swim keeping buoys on your left, and athletes will have a 400 meter run from swim exit to transition. FMI visit ironman.com
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The Annual Blues Festival at the Old Orchard Beach Ballpark features great musicians including a national headliners NRBQ and The Duke Robillard Band. This event is family friendly, festival style featuring incredible music, food trucks and other vendors so bring your lawn chair and sit on the infield. You won’t want to miss the blues festival so get your tickets early at brownpapertickets.com. Children under 12 get in free when accompanied by a paying adult. FMI visit oobballpark.com
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ART SHOW & SALE – Saco Bay Artists hold three shows during the summer months (July, August and Labor Day weekend) for the sale of paintings, drawings, photography, mixed media, sculptures, pottery and jewelry. The location is the Ocean Park Library lawn from 9AM to 4PM. For more information visit sacobayartists.org
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Maine Lighthouse Bike Ride Sponsored by the Eastern Trail Alliance. The Lighthouse Bike Ride is a great event with a few distance options: Century 100 mile, Metric Century 62 mile, 40 mile, and 25 mile. There are nine lighthouses to view during the 100 mile ride! FMI visit easterntrail.org
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The annual New England Parkinson ride in Old Orchard Beach, Maine. We offer four distinct routes that cover all ages and abilities; 10, 30, 50, or 100 miles. All rides start and end at "The Ball Park" where we will host a fun-filled family day complete with food, drink, games, and music! If you don't ride, volunteers are also needed! Or just bring your friends and family to support this great cause. 100 % of the money raised by this event goes to The Michael J. Fox Foundation! FMI visit neparkinsonsride.com.
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The Pier's 18th Annual BIKEFFEST is a motorcycle showcase with hundreds of motorcycles on display, live music, a giant pig roast and vendors. Ride your motorcycle on THE PIER!
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With over 500 participants, last year's Old Orchard Beach Car Show was the biggest yet! It was featured as a 2019 episode of the ever popular My Classic Car with Dennis Gage and can be seen on a multitude of television networks. The fun & excitement will continue with the 26th Annual Car Show which will have many divisions of cars, trophies, awards and entertainment. This year's Car Show will also include (on Saturday) Maine-made art from local artists and craftsmen. For more information about the weekend's events, visit oldorchardbeachmaine.com or call 207-934-2500.
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Calling all chili lovers. Here's your chance to sample delicious chili and cast your vote for the best chili in the State. As an added bonus, you get to spend time in Old Orchard Beach while the weather is still beautiful.
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Come to "Maine's Youngest City" for the Biddeford + Saco River Jam Festival. The "Fringe Fest" on Friday night shines a spotlight on theater, dance, puppetry, music, visual arts, and spoken word, plus a potluck of pies! All-day outdoor events on Saturday include a 5K road race, kayak race, live music, food trucks and much more. FMI visit: heartofbiddeford.org.
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The AWMA Championships will be held at the Old Orchard Beach Ballpark. It is the intent of the AWMA to preserve proper working ability and soundness in character and structure through the promotion of local clubs and national events that support IPO training, seminars, and working trials. The AWMA welcomes dogs of all breeds and fully supports the promotion of the sport throughout the United States. Come watch and be amazed as these dogs and their handlers preform in the National Championships. Get more info at 2019awma.com or oobballpark.com.
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Maine's original and largest ocean 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. For more information call 207-879-0489.