Events in York County, ME

Savor the flavors of the Maine coast with a lobster roll paired with rich seafood chowder, along with drink specials featuring a rotating selection of cocktails, wine, and beer. This dining special is available for lunch and dinner at Shearwater Restaurant at Stage Neck Inn in York Harbor.

Experience a theatrical dining production inspired by Edgar Allan Poe’s gothic writing and dark comedy. Hosted by the eccentric Monsieur Maillard, the performance unfolds between dinner courses, with selections including Berenice, The Tell-Tale Heart, and The Raven. Candlelight, an eerie Victorian estate setting, and dramatic storytelling create an intimate atmosphere. Victorian Gothic attire is welcome but not required. The production is rated PG-13 and is not recommended for young viewers. Reservations are required, and seating is limited.

At York High School in York, ME, this annual end-of-season cheer exhibition celebrates the close of the fall season with performances from all three teams. Concessions will be available for purchase and a 50/50 raffle will be offered. Admission is $5 per person.

Friday evenings at PACÍFICO pair live music with handcrafted cocktails and Latin-inspired cuisine. Local and regional musicians perform a mix of jazz, soul, acoustic, Latin, R&B, and contemporary favorites, creating a welcoming setting for dinner with friends, date night, or a relaxed evening out.

Follicly Challenged brings a party vibe to Wolves Social Club for a celebration.

This 60-minute vinyasa class guides participants through flowing movement synchronized with the breath, building strength, cultivating flexibility, and encouraging ease. The practice welcomes all levels and offers a chance to explore movement and reconnect with yourself. Bring a yoga mat and water bottle. Classes are generally held indoors, with outdoor beach sessions when the weather is nice.

Browse vendor offerings, including crafts and other goodies, and enjoy hot cocoa, doughnuts, and popcorn at this holiday market.

A bean supper at Saco Grange 53 features homemade kidney and pea beans with brown bread, red and beef hot dogs, American chop suey, coleslaw, hot biscuits, and pies, plus hot and cold beverages. The price is $10 per person. Takeout is available if you are short on time. For details, email Sacogrange53@gmail.com or call 207-831-5784.

All music types are welcome, and performances are organized into 20 minute sets.

Known as the Bitter Buddha, comedian Eddie Pepitone unleashes a set that swings from blistering social tirades to moments of uneasy self-reflection. The result is a high-voltage blend of calm and turbulence, blue-collar frustration and sly, hard-won clarity. His path began in New York City’s improv and sketch scene, led to recurring appearances on Late Night with Conan O’Brien, and includes roles on The Life and Times of Tim, It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, The Sarah Silverman Program, Jimmy Kimmel Live, Last Comic Standing, Chappelle’s Show, Bob’s Burgers, and Adult Swim’s Your Pretty Face Is Going to Hell. On screen he appears in Old School and the award-winning short Runyon: Just Above Sunset, co-written with his wife Karen Simmons. He also stays busy on Twitter and Instagram, hosts the Pep Talks podcast, and contributes to the web series Puddin’. The evening is hosted by Rebecca Donohue, a comedian, writer, and producer with appearances on Comedy Central, VH1, and more. She earned a USO Tour slot for the US Navy through the Boston Comedy Festival and has performed in 30 states. Her writing on the Discovery+ series Book of Queer received an Emmy nomination, and her produced digital series I Want My Stuff Back earned an Emmy nomination as well. She currently creates originals and develops talent for The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz, a top 10 comedy-sports program in the United States. This show includes adult language and mature material, so parental discretion is strongly advised. Ticket options include $28 advance general admission, $33 day-of general admission, $21 student general admission, and $100 tables for up to four guests located closest to the stage. Additional charges apply, including a $3 facility fee per ticket and credit card processing fees.

Enjoy Sunday brunch at Stage Neck Inn, featuring sweet breakfast favorites, savory classics, and handcrafted cocktails, with views of York Harbor. There is no separate lunch menu on Sundays.

The Dance Hall presents Lafayette Gilchrist as part of the 2026 Jazz Casual season, a series devoted to sustaining jazz and improvised music by spotlighting original voices and fresh takes on tradition. The acclaimed pianist shapes a sound that moves from stride roots to open improvisation, linking hip hop, funk, and Washington, D.C. go-go with hard-driving grooves, buoyant swing, and reflective passages. NPR’s Fresh Air has praised his deep engagement with the lineage and with the music’s spiritual, historical, and cultural dimensions, while the New York Times has noted foundations in New Orleans barrelhouse, impressionistic harmonies, and Ellington-like piano colors, all energized by the pulse of classic go-go rhythms. Gilchrist performs with the Sun Ra Arkestra, has toured widely with David Murray, and his compositions appear in The Wire, The Deuce, and Treme. Tickets are $18 in advance, $24 day of show, and $12 for students. Additional fees apply, including a $3 facility fee per ticket and credit card processing charges. Jazz Casual has welcomed artists such as Tony Malaby, Christine Correa, Frank Carlberg, Kim Cass, Ben Monder, Jeremy Udden, Alexa Tarantino, Steven Bernstein, Jason Palmer, Chet Doxas, Mike Effenberger, Taylor O’Donnell, Chris Klaxton, Ayan Imai-Hall, Clifford Cameron, and Sharon Jenkins Jones, underscoring its commitment to adventurous programming.

The Traip Academy Sports Boosters Craft Fair offers plenty of food and creative fun. It features a friendly setting centered on crafts and good eats. Additional details will be shared soon.

This is a chance to support local artisans and vendors.

Sanford, Maine hosts a holiday celebration of curiosities as Twisted Tidings brings an oddities-inspired experience filled with fantastical surprises. Explore more than 50 vendors offering strange and uncommon wares, enjoy live performances on the main stage, and watch for appearances from special guests. Photo opportunities with Krampus add to the spectacle. Whether you are drawn to the weird and quirky or looking for a playful family outing, this gathering blends festive spirit with a taste for the unusual.

Soultown returns with an evening of Motown, Mussel Shoals, and Stax favorites performed by a Motown band from New England. Lodging packages and tickets are available.

Support local talent at a community vendor and craft fair at Saco Grange 53 in Saco, ME, with area artisans and vendors sharing their work.

Teaming up with Maine Motorcyclist for Charity, this second tournament raises funds for Honor Flight Maine. Players compete in a Switcholio blind draw with a $25 entry fee. After a round robin, participants are placed into competitive and social brackets. A total of $1,000 in cash prizes will be awarded, with $500 for first place, $300 for second, and $200 for third. The focus is on community, giving back, and honoring those who have sacrificed.

Blue Mermaid hosts a brunch paired with live music by The Fretbenders. The duo of Diane Kordas and Bob Kordas, known in the New England music scene, performs with vocals and a range of instruments that include guitar, upright bass, mandolin, dobro, lap steel, and banjo. Enjoy a brunch menu featuring island flavors as their set plays during the event.

A tribute to the storied Blue Note Records era, this concert channels the drive, soul, and exploratory spirit of 1960s modern jazz. Trumpeter Marc Chillemi, known from Primo Cubano and Raging Brass, leads a quintet that blends crisp arrangements with energetic interplay and spontaneous improvisation, drawing inspiration from icons such as Horace Silver, Blue Mitchell, Lee Morgan, and Art Blakey. The lineup features Jesse Beckett- Herbert of Future Mailmen on tenor saxophone, Clifford Cameron of Rot on the Vine and Vinyl Quartet at the piano, Duane Edwards of Primo Cubano and Bess Jacques and the Strays on bass, and veteran drummer Jan van Voorst van Beest of The Fiasco Brothers and Bess Jacques and the Strays. After a year-long residency at The Henry in Portland’s Old Port, the group makes its debut at The Dance Hall and offers an evening steeped in rhythm, soul, and the unmistakable Blue Note vibe, vibrant, expressive, and deeply human. Tickets are $18 in advance, $24 on the day of the show, and $12 for students. Additional fees apply, including a $3 facility fee per ticket plus credit card processing charges.

Explore Highland Farm Preserve on a monthly bird walk offered in partnership with White Pine Programs. Learn how to identify birds, recognize birdsong, and discover the habitats birds enjoy. The walk is family-friendly, welcomes beginners, and follows mostly flat trails with a few inclines, making the difficulty easy to moderate. The event is free and open to the public, with registration required. Birding backpacks with books, educational materials, and binoculars are available to borrow from York Public Library.

The Kittery Lions Club teams up with the American Red Cross for a community blood drive that makes a difference close to home. Donated blood helps maintain a reliable supply for local hospitals. To prepare, eat a good meal beforehand, stay well hydrated, and bring identification with a photo.

Enjoy an appearance by Wacko Magnet Duo at Navy Yard Bar & Billiards.

Enjoy a relaxed wellness gathering with complimentary admission. Meet holistic practitioners over a cup of tea, experience a brief mini session, sample products, and pick up gift certificates. Everyone is welcome. This recurring event is held on the third Saturday of each month.

This annual craft show brings together more than 60 local crafters and artisans to kick off the holiday shopping season. Explore a variety of handmade goods, including jewelry, home items, festive decorations, tasty treats, and more. Additional event details will be shared soon. Sponsorship opportunities are available.

Explore a curated makers market at Thompson’s Point featuring New England artisans, craftspeople, and specialty food producers. Shop a range of thoughtfully made goods, including art, home décor, and gourmet treats, in beautiful indoor event spaces with a welcoming, family-friendly vibe. Specialty food vendors will be set up in the Halo building. The event offers a lively, community-focused atmosphere with professional management that helps vendors connect with loyal locals and new shoppers alike.

Bi-monthly Stitch Night brings crafters together for relaxed stitching before Thanksgiving and the holiday rush. There will be no earlier meetup this time as fall festivals wrap up and the shop is being prepared for the holidays. An optional Secret Santa Swap is in the works, with matches to be drawn and an exchange planned at the next meetup. RSVP is required, and participants should check for any updates, cancellations, or changes. Questions are welcome.

Now in its second year, this festive market features wreath decorating, a variety of local vendors, photos with Santa and other holiday characters, and plenty of holiday treats and beverages. It also offers a casual Black Friday shopping experience to kick off the season.

At Sanford Memorial Gymnasium, the 2nd Annual Grayson's Legacy Holiday Craft Fair brings together 40 vendors for a festive shopping experience. Families can pick up complimentary winter hats for kids, enjoy a visit from Santa, and add a splash of color with face painting. A food truck will be on site to keep everyone fueled while exploring the booths.

Celebrate small businesses in downtown Saco with a day of holiday shopping at local shops, restaurants, and cafes. The event includes giveaways of $10 Saco Bucks vouchers. More information is coming soon.

Nut/Cracked flips The Nutcracker on its head, recasting the classic as a percussive romp where Tchaikovsky meets Duke Ellington, Glenn Miller, and others. Tap, singing, and playful pointe shoe surprises turn the sugar coated ballet into rhythm based dance theater. No tradition is off limits, creating an ode to American eclecticism that celebrates the human impulse to dance, swept along by Tchaikovsky’s generous waves of rhythm. The Bang Group, a theatrical dance company based in New York City, tours extensively across the United States and Europe. The company previously performed Nut/Cracked at The Dance Hall in 2016, and this humorous take is delivered by an ensemble of highly trained artists. Tickets are $30 in advance, $40 on the day, and $20 for students, plus a $3 facility fee per ticket and credit card processing fees.

Close out the year with a festive parade as historic Main Street in Saco glows with a wintry display of lights. The lineup includes illuminated floats and energetic dancers, culminating with Santa arriving on the fire boat. Downtown turns into a cheerful holiday scene for paradegoers. Further details will be announced soon. Sponsorship opportunities are available.

An open jam welcoming all music types, with 20 minute sets for each act.

A bi-monthly stitch and knit meetup features a Secret Santa exchange during this session. If attending is not possible, gifts can be dropped at the shop in the week beforehand, and they will be stored until pickup for anyone who cannot make it. An RSVP is required. Follow the event for updates, cancellations, or changes. Questions are welcome.

Warm up with seafood at Mike’s Clam Shack while enjoying live music by Purple Entendre.

This final show of the season is a one day only event at the Saco Community Center in Saco. Admission is free.

Celebrate and support local crafters and vendors at a community-focused gathering that showcases their creativity and work.

A member of the Women’s Collective will be a vendor at a craft fair.

This two-hour, hands-on sourdough workshop breaks the process into approachable steps for mixing, folding, shaping, and scoring dough. Participants head home with a live starter, a recipe booklet, and basic tools to continue baking in their own kitchens, and light refreshments are included. Please bring an apron and a notebook with a pen. A Dutch oven is recommended to have on hand or plan to purchase for best results. No prior baking experience is required. The class is led by Kasey Roche, owner of The Intuition Kitchen, and attendees have access to ask follow-up questions and receive feedback after the session. Cost: $75 for the workshop plus a $20 materials fee.

The Kittery Lions Club teams up with the Rotary Club of Kittery for a community blood drive at the Kittery Lions Clubhouse. Donations collected support local hospitals and patients who rely on lifesaving blood. The clubhouse is fully accessible. Participants should bring a valid photo ID and arrive well hydrated. Visitors are welcome to see the clubhouse and support this joint effort to serve the community.