Come and celebrate our rural, multi-cultural heritage with us this summer. Aroostook’s selection of annual festivals, fairs and summer celebrations are a testament to Americana. If it’s an agricultural theme you’re looking for, try Potato Feast Days in Houlton or the Maine Potato Blossom Festival in Fort Fairfield. If you’re looking for multicultural events, the Acadian Festival in Madawaska or the traditional Swedish Midsommar Celebration to mark the summer solstice will surely be the right place for you.

Acadian Festival
The State of Maine’s Largest Cultural Festival. Events include a re-enactment of the first Acadian Landing in Northern Maine, traditional Acadian supper, entertainment, cultural displays, a festival Parade, Party du Main Street and many more. The Festival is held each year in conjunction with a large family reunion, honoring one of the Acadian pioneer families.

Maine Potato Blossom Festival
One of Maine’s best known agricultural festivals coincides with and celebrates the arrival of blossoms on the season’s potato crop. Events include the popular Potato Queen pageants, a float parade, agricultural equipment, fireworks, bands and more.

Midsommar Celebration
On the weekend closest to June 21. Swedes celebrate the summer solstice. Activities center around the decoration of the Maypole, and include Swedish dancing and a community supper.

Potato Feast Days
Annual fair held each Autumn. Events and activities include an arts & crafts fair, Potato Feast Supper, potato pancake breakfast, and potato games.