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Explore life on the creative edge! The Eastport ArtFests celebrate our region’s rich cultural heritage with all-ages, all-inclusive interactive art activities, gallery receptions, live music, film, dance, storytelling, puppetry, parades and more.   We partner with local arts and community organizations to present a series of events that are mostly outdoors and free, to welcome and encourage participation by community members and visitors alike.   
February 7-16 2025 - 5th Hearts for the Arts
Auction is now closed!
The 5th annual "Hearts for the Arts" auction and show is closed but you may still view the catalog of beautiful art featuring 182 pieces by 80 artists with a heart-felt connection to our region.  Thanks to all artists and buyers for another successful fundraiser for the ArtFests!
Click here to view 2025 Hearts for the Arts catalog>>
June 28-29, 2025 - DownEast Pride
Celebrate creativity, inclusivity and Pride in partnership with the Downeast Rainbow Alliance, Lubec Area Musicians Society (LAMPS) and all of our "Partners in Art".  We will welcome back the Curbside Queens drag show, present live music and offer rainbow themed art activities for all ages.  Events in Eastport all day Saturday and Lubec on Sunday.
Click here to view DownEast Pride photo gallery>>
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August 1-2, 2025 - Mermaid Festival
Celebrate our creative connection to the sea.  The Eastport Arts Center will host a Mermaid Ball on Friday, August 1st, and the 4th Annual Mermaid Parade will take place on Saturday August 2nd.  Local artists will help you create mermaid attire, make sea creatures out of beach trash, plus live music, food trucks and more. Even limited edition Mermaid mustard by Raye's Mustard for National Mustard Day - celebrating 125 years!
Click here to view Mermaid Festival photo gallery>>
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October 25, 2025 - Witches of Eastport
The Witches of Eastport will return with a dazzling array of free, all-ages interactive experiences. Pumpkin carving, witches broom, mask and magic wand making, Witches, warlocks and wizards
parade, witches line dance led by the Eastport Elementary Cheerleaders and more!  Don't miss the hilarious Pumpkin Derby hosted by Eastport Parks & Recreation. The fun starts at noon downtown Eastport.
Click here to view Witches of Eastport photo gallery>>
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