2009 schedule
July 29th | July 30th |
July 31 | August 1st | August 2nd
Monday, July 27th
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 10:00am - 03:00pm | Maine Lobster Festival Open Juried Art Show RegistrationCamden National Bank, Main Street, Rockland . Professionals and Adults will pay a $10.00 fee for up to two works and Children/Students under 18 will pay a $2.00 fee. Venue: Main Street, Rockland |
Tuesday, July 28th
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| : | MLF Open Juried Art Show Judging for AwardsMaine Lobster Festival Open Juried Art Show Judging for Awards by a panel of three artists will take place. Venue: Main Street, Rockland |
Wednesday, July 29th
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 9:00am | MLF Open Juried Art ShowMaine Lobster Festival Open Juried Art Show - Art displayed in windows of Camden National Bank and Downtown Merchants on Main Street in Rockland throughout the festival. Venue: Main Street, Rockland |
| 9:00am - 04:00pm | Tours of U.S. Coast Guard StationTours of U.S. Coast Guard Station Rockland on Tillson Ave. Visit the headquarters at historic Bird Block, then tour the USCG vessels the Tackle and the Abbie Burgess at the lower end of Tillison Ave. Venue: Coast Guard Station |
| 10:00am - 11:00pm | FREE Shuttle ServiceFREE Shuttle Service between your free parking space at Rockland District High School (400 Broadway, US Rt 1A), MacDougal School or Rockland District Middle School and the Festival Grounds! Venue: Off Grounds |
| 11:30am - 01:00pm | A Photo Opportunity with King Neptune and His CourtHave your coffee with King Neptune each morning, all year long. For the first time, festival goers can have their favorite picture with King Neptune,his court and the Maine Sea Goddess placed on a mug. Prior to arriving at the Nook for your photo please purchase a voucher for your mug at the information booth. Venue: King Neptune nook |
| 12:00pm | Festival officially opens!! Free admission all day!Welcome to the 62nd Annual Maine Lobster Festival !! The Gates officially open with all exhibition tents, booths,and vendors. Carnival rides and games open. Free Admission on Wednesday for our "Home Town Day" - no matter where you are from! Venue: Festival Grounds |
| 12:00pm | King Neptune Arrives/Flag Ceremony at the City FloatKing Neptune and his Court, along with the 2008 Sea Goddess, Bryson Cowan, arrive from the briny deep to raise the flag and officially open the 2009 Maine Lobster Festival. Opening ceremonies will take place next to the flag pole in front of the Harbor Masters building. Venue: Waterfront |
| 12:00pm | Carnival opensCarnival rides and games open. Venue: Festival Grounds |
| 12:00pm | Lobster serving beginsLobster serving begins.
Sponsored by Cabot Cheese Venue: Main Eating Tent |
| 12:00pm - 02:00pm | Bill Ronalds designer of the 2007- 2009 MLF PostersBill Ronalds, designer of the 2007-2009 Maine Lobster Festival posters, will sign posters in the Fine Art Tent from 12pm to 2pm. Posters are available for sale at the Information Booth. Art Tent is spnsored by The Samoset Venue: Art Tent |
| 1:00pm | Sea Goddess Coronation RehearsalStage rehearsal for the Sea Princesses. Venue: Main Stage |
| 1:00pm - 07:00pm | Fletcher's Face PaintingFace Painting from 1pm-7pm
Children's Tent sponsored by Rockland Kiwanis Venue: Childrens Tent |
| 2:00pm | Kids Craft Time-A Lobster PlateA fun craft for the kids-A Lobster Plate
Tent sponsored by Rockland Kiwanis Venue: Childrens Tent |
| 2:00pm - 03:00pm | Scooby Doo comes to the festivalScooby Doo will be making a scheduled appearance in the Children's tent.
sponsored by Time Warner cable. Venue: Childrens Tent |
| 4:00pm | Tribute to USCGTribute to United States Coast Guard Venue: Main Stage |
| 4:00pm - 05:00pm | A Photo Opportunity with King Neptune and His CourtHave your photo with King Neptune each morning, all year long! For the first time festival goers can have their favorite picture with King Neptune, his court and the Maine Sea Goddess placed on a mug. Prior to arriving at the Nook for your photo please purchase a voucher for your mug at the information booth. Venue: King Neptune nook |
| 5:00pm - 08:00pm | Phil Clement Trio
Tent sponsored by Cabot Cheese Venue: Main Eating Tent |
| 7:00pm | Story readingsStory readings for the children Venue: Childrens Tent |
| 7:00pm - 10:00pm | Adam & The Waxmen
The sounds of this band is The Doobie Brothers meets Stevie Wonder, as conducted by Dave Matthews...Young energentic and versatile. This Portland based band is making waves across the country.
Tent sponsored by Boston Financial Venue: North Entertainment Tent |
| 8:00pm | CoronationCoronation of the 2009 Maine Sea Goddess.
Stage Cover sponsored by Bar Harbor Bank & Trust Venue: Main Stage |
| 10:00pm | Festival ClosesFestival closes for the night. Venue: Festival Grounds |
Thursday, July 30th
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 7:00am - 10:30am | Pancake BreakfastBlueberry pancakes, juice, coffee, milk - ALL THE PANCAKES YOU CAN EAT!! Adults=$6.00 and Children=$3.00
Sponsored by Five County Credit Union, Pease Insurance Agency & Gosline Insurance Group
Venue: Main Eating Tent |
| 9:00am | MLF Open Juried Art ShowMaine Lobster Festival Open Juried Art Show - Art displayed in the windows of Camden National Bank & Downtown Merchants on Main street in Rockland throughout the festival. Venue: Main Street, Rockland |
| 9:00am | Gates OpenGates Open along with exhibition tents, booths and vendors. 4-day passes, entertainment reserved seat tickets on sale at Main Gate Venue: Festival Grounds |
| 9:00am - 04:00pm | Tours of US Coast Guard StationTours of US Coast Guard Station Rockland on Tillson Avenue. Visit the Headquarters at the historic Bird Block, then tour the USCG vessels the Tackle and the Abbie Burgess at lower end of Tillson Ave. Venue: Coast Guard Station |
| 9:00am - 11:00pm | FREE Shuttle ServiceFREE Shuttle Service between your free parking space at Rockland District High School (400 Broadway, US RT. 1A), MacDougal School or Rockland District Middle School and the Festival Grounds! Venue: Off Grounds |
| 10:00am | Kids Craft Time-Egg Crate CrabFun crafts for the kids to make - Making a Egg Crate Crab
tent sponsored by Rockland Kiwanis Venue: Childrens Tent |
| 11:00am | Lobster serving beginsLobster serving begins.
Venue: Main Eating Tent |
| 11:00am | Carnival - One Price/Unlimited RidesCarnival - One Price/UnlimitedRides $20.00 for a bracelet from Open to Close Venue: Festival Grounds |
| 11:00am - 03:00pm | Puffin Project CraftFun crafts for the kids to make.
tent sponsored by Rockland Kiwanis Venue: Childrens Tent |
| 11:00am - 03:00pm | Professor PaddywhackStiltwalking in crazy costumes showing his consummate juggling skills. The one man band returns! Venue: Festival Grounds |
| 12:00pm - 02:00pm | Bill Ronalds, designer of the 2007- 2009 MLF postersBill Ronalds, designer of the 2007-2009 Maine LobsterFestival posters, will sign posters in the Fine Art Tent. Posters are available for sale at the Information Booth.
The Art Tent is sponsored by The Samoset.
Venue: Art Tent |
| 12:00pm - 02:00pm | A Photo Opportunity with King Neptune and His CourtHave your coffee with King Neptune each morninf, all year long! For the first time festival goers can have their favorite picture with King Neptune, his court & the Mainr Sea Goddess placed on a mug. Prior to arriving at the Nook for your photo, please purchase a voucher for your mug at the information booth. Venue: King Neptune nook |
| 1:00pm - 07:00pm | Fletcher's Face PaintingFace painting from 1pm-7pm
Children's tent sponsored by the Rockland Kiwanis. Venue: Childrens Tent |
| 1:00pm | Sage for SomeoneYoung, local and truly a fresh breath of air!
Tent sponsored by Boston Financial Venue: North Entertainment Tent |
| 2:00pm | Con Fullam Group
Best know in the State of Maine as a composer of the 'Maine Christmas song' which has now sold over 100,000 copies since release in 1988. Con's long career has included Ribert and Robert's Wonder World and the Wompkees. The hippest band anyone who was around in the 70's can remember.
tent sponsored by Boston Financial Venue: North Entertainment Tent |
| 4:00pm - 06:00pm | A Photo Opportunity with King Neptune and His CourtHave your coffee with King Neptune each morning, all year long! For the first tome festival goers can have their favorite picture with King Neptune, his court & the Maine Sea Goddess placed on a Mug. Prior to arriving at the Nook for your photo, please purchase a voucher for your mug at the information booth. Venue: King Neptune nook |
| 5:00pm - 08:00pm | Stan Catell ComboPerennial favorites, this local combo has become a Festival institution for traditional jazz and swing. Venue: Main Eating Tent |
| 6:00pm | ToughcatsThis high-energy trio from North Haven makes their Festival debut.
tent sponsord by Boston Financial Venue: North Entertainment Tent |
| 7:00pm | Story readingsStory readings for the children Venue: Childrens Tent |
| 7:30pm | Don Cambell BandDon Campbell Band-Maine's all-time favorite coutry-folk singer-songwriter and his talented band are Fesitval favorites.
Venue: Main Stage |
| 8:30pm | Eric ChurchWe can pick them, can't we? This rising Country Star is racing up the charts with "Love your Love the most" and taking the country by storm. seating directly in front of the stage is $23 includes Festival Admission Venue: Main Stage |
| 10:30pm | Fesitval closesFestival closes for the night Venue: Festival Grounds |
Friday, July 31st
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 7:00am - 10:30am | Pancake BreakfastPlain and Blueberry pancakes, juice, coffee, milk - ALL THE PANCAKES YOU CAN EAT!! Adults=$6.00 and Children=$3.00
Sponsored by Five County Credit Union, Pease Insurance Agency & Gosline Insurance Group
Venue: Main Eating Tent |
| 9:00am | Gates OpenGates open along with exhibition tents, booths, and vendors. Entertainment reserved seat tickets on sale at Main gate. Venue: Festival Grounds |
| 9:00am | Registration for Children's ParadeRegistration for Children's Parade south end of the main eating tent ages 0-6 and 6-12 no charge The theme is "Honoring Generations of Lobstering" Venue: Main Eating Tent |
| 9:00am | Maine Seafood Cooking ContestMaine Seafood Cooking Contest and demonstrations.
Contest is sponsored by KeyBank and The Herald/Villagesoup Tent is sponsored by Boston Financial Venue: North Entertainment Tent |
| 9:00am | MLF Open Juried Art ShowMaine Lobster Festival Open Juried Art Show - Art displayed in the windows of Camden National Bank & Downtown Merchants on Main Street in Rockland throughout the Festival. Venue: Main Street, Rockland |
| 9:00am - 11:00pm | FREE Shuttle ServiceFREE Shuttle Service between your free parking space at Rockland District High School (400 Broadway, US Rt. 1A), MacDougal School or Rockland District Middle School and the Festival Grounds! Venue: Off Grounds |
| 9:00am - 04:00pm | Tours of U.S. Coast Guard StationTours of U.S. Coast Guard Station Rockland on Tillson Ave. Visit the Headquarters at the historic Bird Block, then tour the USCG vessels the Tackle and the Abbie Burgess at the lower end of Tillson Ave. Venue: Coast Guard Station |
| 10:00am | Children's ParadeChildren's Parade all around the grounds Venue: Festival Grounds |
| 10:00am | Carnival opensCarnival rides and games open. Venue: Festival Grounds |
| 10:00am - 03:00pm | Professor PaddywhackStiltwalking in crazy costumes showing his consummate juggling skills. The one man band returns! Venue: Festival Grounds |
| 10:30am | Children's Parade Awards & Photo opportunityChildren's Parade Awards & Photo Opportunity
Venue: Main Stage |
| 11:00am | Lobster Serving BeginsLobster Serving Begins.
Venue: Main Eating Tent |
| 11:30am | Maine Seafood Cooking Contest -JudgingMaine Seafood Cooking Contest-judging
Contest sponsored by KeyBank & The Herald Gazette/Villagesoup Tent sponsored by Boston Financial Venue: North Entertainment Tent |
| 11:30am | Kids Craft Time-Lulu Lobster PuppetA Fun craft time for kids making Lulu the lobster Puppet.
Tent sponsored by Rockland Kiwanis Venue: Childrens Tent |
| 12:00pm - 02:00pm | Bill Ronalds, designer of 2007-2009 MLF postersBill Ronalds, designer of the 2007-2009 Maine Lobster Festival posters, will sign posters in the Fine Art Tent . Posters are available for sale at the Information Booth.
The Art Tent is sponsored by The Samoset. Venue: Art Tent |
| 12:00pm - 02:00pm | A Photo Opportunity with King Neptune and His CourtHave coffee with King Neptune each morning all year long! For the 1st time festival goers can havea picture taken with King Neptune, His Court & the Maine Sea Goddess placed on a Mug. Prior to arriving at the Nook for your photo, please purchase a voucher for your mug at the information booth. Venue: King Neptune nook |
| 12:30pm | Maine Seafood Cooking Contest -Award announcementsMaine Seafood Cooking Contest- Award announcements
Contest sponsored by KeyBank & The Herald/Villagesoup Tent sponsored by Boston Financial Venue: North Entertainment Tent |
| 1:00pm | King PirogiKing Pirogi - Polkas and more Venue: Main Stage |
| 1:00pm - 07:00pm | Fletcher's Face PaintingFace painting
Children's tent sponsored by Rockland Kiwanis. Venue: Childrens Tent |
| 1:15pm | Jeff Lewis Trioled by a talented area young mandolinist and his vetern bassist Dad. This group will delight bluegrass and traditional music fans.
tent sponsored by Boston Financial Venue: North Entertainment Tent |
| 1:30pm | Awards for Open Juried Art show WinnersAwards for Open Juried Art Show Winners Venue: Main Stage |
| 2:30pm | Dave Rowe TrioDave Rowe Trio - folk music
tent is sponsored by Boston Financial Venue: North Entertainment Tent |
| 4:00pm - 06:00pm | A Photo Opportunity with King Neptune and His CourtHave coffee with King Neptune each morning all year long! For the 1st time festival goers can have you their photo taken with King Neptune, His Court & the Maine Sea Goddess placed on a Mug. Prior to arriving at the Nook for your photo please purchase a voucher for your mug at the information booth. Venue: King Neptune nook |
| 5:00pm - 08:00pm | Leila Percy & FriendsTraditional jazz with all the fixin's, a Festival favorite! Venue: Main Eating Tent |
| 6:00pm - 09:00pm | The Martinisversatile Maine rockers, with a dash of swing!
tent sponsored by Boston Financial Venue: North Entertainment Tent |
| 7:00pm | Story ReadingsStory readings for the children Venue: Childrens Tent |
| 7:30pm | Enter the HaggisEnter the Haggis - Celtic Rock music - back by popular demand, this enchanting band thrilled festival audiences last year with their high energy and wild mix of musical styles. Venue: Main Stage |
| 8:40pm | Natalie MacmasterThis Fiddler extraordinaire has gone from a local favorite in her native Cape Breton to critical acclaim around the globe. She has shared the stage with such greats as Santana, Paul Simon, Faith Hill and Luciano Pavarotti. We're very proud to have her at the festival. Don't miss a great artist and her talented band!
Seating directly in front of the stage $23 includes festival admission Venue: Main Stage |
| 11:00pm | Festival Closes for the nightFestival closes for the night Venue: Festival Grounds |
Saturday, August 1st
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 7:00am - 10:30am | Pancake BreakfastPlain and Blueberry pancakes, juice, coffee, milk - ALL THE PANCAKES YOU CAN EAT!! Adults=$6.00 and Children=$3.00
sponsored by Five County Credit Union, Pease Insurance Agency & Gosline Insurance Group Venue: Main Eating Tent |
| 8:30am | Line-up for ParadeLine-up for Parade begins at Rockland District High School, 400 Broadway (US Rt. 1A) Venue: Off Grounds |
| 9:00am | Gates openGates open along with all exhibition tents, booths, and vendors. Entertainment reserved seat tickets on sale at Main Gate Venue: Festival Grounds |
| 9:00am | MLF Open Juried Art ShowMaine Lobster Festival Open Juried Art Show - Art displayed in the windows of Camden National Bank & Downtown Merchants on Main Street in Rockland throughout the Festival. Venue: Main Street, Rockland |
| 9:00am - 04:00pm | Tours of US Coast Guard StationTours of the U.S. Coast Guard Station Rockland on Tillson Ave. Visit the Headquarters at the historic Bird Block, then tour the USCG vessels the Tackle and the Abbie Burgess at the lower end of Tillson Ave. Venue: Coast Guard Station |
| 9:00am - 05:00pm | Fletcher's Face PaintingFace painting from 9am-5pm
Tent sponsored by Rockland Kiwanis Venue: Childrens Tent |
| 10:00am | Big Parade BeginsBig Parade down Rockland's Main Street. Parade features the Grand Marshall , the newly crowned 2009 Sea Goddess, the Sea Princess and their military escorts, plus King Neptune and his Court, along with a huge variety of bands, marching units, colorful floats, drill teams, vehicles, and much more! Venue: Miscellaneous |
| 10:00am | Carnival opensCarnival rides and games open Venue: Festival Grounds |
| 11:00am | Lobster Serving BeginsLobster Serving Begins.
Venue: Main Eating Tent |
| 11:00am - 03:00pm | Puffin Project CraftFun crafts for the kids to make.
tent sponsored by Rockland Kiwanis Venue: Childrens Tent |
| 12:00pm - 11:00pm | FREE Shuttle ServiceFREE Shuttle Service between your free parking space at Rockland District High School (400 Broadway, US Rt 1A), MacDougal or South School and the Festival grounds! Venue: Off Grounds |
| 12:00pm - 02:00pm | Bill Ronalds, designer of 2007 -2009 MLF postersBill Ronalds, designer of the 2007-2009 Maine Lobster Festival posters, will sign posters. He will be in the Fine Art Tent . Posters will be available for sale at the Information Booth.
The Art Tent is spnsored by The Samoset. Venue: Art Tent |
| 12:00pm - 05:00pm | Home Depot Craft TimeA fun craft time for kids. Venue: Childrens Tent |
| 12:00pm - 03:00pm | A Photo Opportunity with King Neptune and His CourtA photo with King Neptune, His Court and the Maine Sea Goddess taken and placed on a mug is a first for our festival goers. Prior to arriving at the Nook for your photo please purchase a voucher for your mug at the information booth. Venue: King Neptune nook |
| 1:00pm | Harborside HarmonyAn all women chorus.
tent sponsored by Boston Financial. Venue: North Entertainment Tent |
| 1:30pm | Blindfold Rowboat RaceBlindfold Rowboat Race - register at Information Booth before 1 pm. On the waterfront under the bridge. (Adult and Youth divisions)
Venue: Waterfront |
| 1:30pm | Tom Dean & Rob Coffin2 fine musicians join forces in a rare performance.
tent sponsored by Boston Financial Venue: North Entertainment Tent |
| 2:00pm | Bay Winds
A newly formed wind ensemble nearly 30 pieces strong, with musicians of all ages, based here in Rockland. reertoire includes a variety of show tunes, novelty selections, marches and a few surprises! Stage cover sponsored by Bar Harbor Bank & Trust Venue: Main Stage |
| 3:00pm | Parade AwardsParade Awards - (a complete list will be posted at Information Booth) Venue: Main Stage |
| 3:15pm | Flying LewinskysMaine's finest and funniest original musicians hold court on the main stage!
tent sponsored by Boston Financial Venue: North Entertainment Tent |
| 3:15pm | Bay WindsA newly formed wind ensemble nearly 30 pieces strong, with musicians of all ages based in Rockland. Repertoire includes a variety of show tunesm novelty selections, marches and a few surprises!
Stage cover sponsored by Bar Harbor Bank & Trust Venue: Main Stage |
| 5:00pm | Steelin' ThunderSteelin' Thunder - A festival favorite, a local steel drum band, a Rockland tradition.
tent sponsored by Boston Financial.
Venue: North Entertainment Tent |
| 5:00pm - 08:00pm | Primo CubanoTraditional Cuban Son Dance band music while you feast on lobster.
tent sponsored by Cabot Cheese Venue: Main Eating Tent |
| 6:00pm - 08:00pm | 10K Road race registration and packet pick up10K road race registration and packet pickup.
Venue: King Neptune nook |
| 7:00pm | Story readingsStory readings for the children Venue: Childrens Tent |
| 8:15pm | Rob Caudill-A tribute to Rod StewartHe looks like him, he rocks like him. Don't miss the fun show with all Rod's great hits and more!
Seating directly in front of the main stage is $20.00 includes Festival admission Venue: Main Stage |
| 9:15pm | Satisfaction: International Stones ExperienceIs that Mick and Keith? Maybe, maybe not, but you'll love the wild show!
stage tent sponsord by Bar Harbor Bank & Trust. Venue: Main Stage |
| 11:00pm | Festival closes for the nightFestival closes for the night Venue: Festival Grounds |
Sunday, August 2nd
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 7:00am - 10:30am | Pancake BreakfastPlain and Blueberry Pancakes, juice, coffee, milk - ALL THE PANCAKES YOU CAN EAT!! Adults=$6.00 and Children=$3.00 Sponsored by Five County Credit Union, Pease Insurance Agency & Gosline Insurance Group
Venue: Main Eating Tent |
| 7:00am | Registration for Lobster Crate RaceRegistration for Lobster Crate Race. Limited entrants. Fee - age 12 and older $10, age 6-11 $5, age 5 and under $3. Includes Gate Admission. Sign up at the information booth. Venue: Information Booth |
| 7:00am | Registration for Children's Fun Run and 10K Road RaceRegistration for Children's Fun Run and 10K Road Race. Fee includes Gate Admission. 10K road race fee -pre-register $15 -register the day of the race $18 The race is sponsored by the "Allen Agency" Venue: Main Stage |
| 7:30am | Children's One-Mile Fun RunChildren's One-Mile Fun Run: Start and Finish near Main Gate entrance to the Festival Grounds.
Venue: Main Street, Rockland |
| 8:30am | 10K Road Race10K Road Race: Start and finish near Main Gate entrance to Festival Grounds.
sponsored by the "Allen Agency" Venue: Main Street, Rockland |
| 9:00am - 04:00am | Tours of US Coast Guard StationTours of the US Coast Guard Station, Rockland on Tillson Avenue. Visit the Headquarters at the historic Bird Block, then tour the USCGC vessels the Tackle and the Abbie Burgess at the lower end of Tillson Ave. Venue: Coast Guard Station |
| 9:00am - 06:00pm | FREE Shuttle ServiceFREE Shuttle Service between your free parking space at Rockland District High School (400 Broadway, US Rt. 1A), MacDougal School or Rockland District Middle School and the Festival Grounds! Venue: Off Grounds |
| 9:00am - 05:00pm | Fletcher's Face PaintingFace Painting from 9am to 5pm
Tent Sponsored by Rockland Kiwanis Venue: Childrens Tent |
| 9:30am | Registration for the Children's Cod Fish CarryRegistration for Children's Cod Fish Carry - Children entering 2nd, 3rd, or 4th grade are eligible Venue: Information Booth |
| 9:30am | Sign up for theSign up begins for the "Real Maine Man Pageant".
Contest sponsored by Key Bank Tent sponsored by Boston Financial
Venue: North Entertainment Tent |
| 10:00am | Registration for the Children's Lobster Eating ContestRegistration for Children's Lobster Eating Contest - Fee $1, Children age 8 - 11 are eligible
Sign up at the information booth. Venue: Information Booth |
| 10:00am | Carnival opensCarnival rides and games open Venue: Festival Grounds |
| 10:00am | Kids Craft Time-Lobster HatA fune craft for kids making a Lobster hat.
tent sponsored by Rockland Kiwanis Venue: Childrens Tent |
| 10:30am | Registration for the Little Lobster Diaper DerbyRegistration for the Little Lobster Diaper Derby - Crawlers only Venue: Information Booth |
| 11:00am | Lobster Serving beginsLobster Serving begins.
Venue: Main Eating Tent |
| 11:00am - 03:00pm | Puffin Project CraftA fun time for children.
Tent sponsored by Rockland Kiwanis Venue: Childrens Tent |
| 11:30am | Cod Fish CarryCod Fish Carry - children entering 2nd, 3rd, 4th grades are eligible. Contest sponsored by Jess's Market Venue: Main Stage |
| 12:00pm | Children's Lobster Eating ContestChildren's Lobster Eating Contest - children age 8 -11 are eligible.
Constest sponsored by Marine Parts Express
Venue: Main Stage |
| 12:00pm | "The Real Maine Man Pageant"The real Maine men should come and join the fun!
Contest is sponsored by Key Bank The Tent is Sponsored by Boston Financial Venue: North Entertainment Tent |
| 12:00pm - 02:00pm | Bill Ronalds, designer of 2007-2009 MLF postersBill Ronalds, designer of the 2007-2009 Maine LobsterFestival posters, will sign posters. He will be in the Fine Art Tent. Posters will be available for sale at the Information Booth. The Art Tent is sponsored by The Samoset. Venue: Art Tent |
| 12:00pm - 03:00pm | A Photo Opportunity with King Neptune and His CourtA photo with King Neptune, His Court & the Maine Sea Goddess placed on a Mug. A first for festival goers. Prior to arriving at the Nook for your photo, please purchase a voucher for your mug at the information booth. Venue: King Neptune nook |
| 12:30pm | Little Lobster Diaper DerbyLittle Lobster Diaper Derby - crawlers only
Venue: Main Stage |
| 1:00pm | MamadouHigh energy West African world fusion music. Great for dancing or just listening. stage cover sponsored by Bar Harbor Bank & Trust. Venue: Main Stage |
| 1:00pm | Kids Craft Time-Jelly FishA Fun craft for the kids, making a Jelly Fish.
tent sponsored by Rockland Kiwanis Venue: Childrens Tent |
| 2:00pm | The Great International William Atwood Lobster Crate RaceThe Great International William Atwood Lobster Crate Race! Venue: Waterfront |
| 3:30pm | Windjammer ChorusLocal Barbershop chorus and Festival favorites move to the big stage this year! Venue: Main Stage |
| 4:30pm | Lobster Crate Race AwardsLobster Crate Race Awards Presentation-on the Waterfront Venue: Waterfront |
| 5:00pm | Wreath CeremonyWreath Ceremony commemorating fishermen lost at sea. King Neptune & His Court return to the Briny Deep - On the Waterfront Venue: Waterfront |
| 6:00pm | Festival closes for the yearThe 2009 Maine Lobster Festival Closes for the year. WE HOPE TO SEE YOU NEXT YEAR ! August 4- August 8, 2010 - 63rd Annual Maine Lobster Festival!
Venue: Festival Grounds |