Multiple Festivals, Food Events, Cultural Shows Rise Across Maine, Portland, Calgary

Several food, cultural, and entertainment events are taking place across Maine and Portland this summer. Winslow hosts its annual Blueberry Festival with live music, a pancake breakfast, and a fundraiser benefiting the local food pantry. The Topsham Fair celebrates its 171st anniversary featuring agricultural contests, rides, and demonstrations, alongside notable entertainment including comedian Jerry Seinfeld and a one-woman play about agent Sue Mengers in Portland. Portland’s weekend lineup includes the 2025 Chinese Festival showcasing traditional performances and food, as well as the Benton County Fair & Rodeo with rides, rodeo events, and live music. Additional upcoming Maine events include the Terlingua Outpost café opening, Maine Cheese Festival, Common Ground Country Fair, and cultural offerings such as Circus Smirkus’s circus performances. These events highlight a diverse range of activities from food festivals to theatrical and musical performances, catering to all ages and interests.