Posted in Maine May 15, 2017 by Michelle

The Epic Outdoor Food Fest In Maine You Simply Cannot Miss

Maine is known for a lot of things – a gorgeous coastline, lighthouses, seafood – but nothing is as synonymous with Vacationland as lobster. Whether eating it or watching the boats come in after catching it all day, it’s hard not to involve the special crustacean in your daily Maine life. Aside from waking up before dawn to catch it, nothing will bring you closer to Maine lobster than spending a weekend at the Maine Lobster Festival in Rockland, which takes place every summer.

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Get ready for the 2017 Maine Lobster Festival taking place August 2nd to the 6th in Rockland!

Today, the festival is registered as a nonprofit organization raising money for local groups in the area.

And the best part is that all this community support is delicious and so much fun!

The festival is made up of a variety of events.

Like the National Guard Band that performed in 2015.

And unique races for kids and adults as well as fun cooking contests!

And there are lots of ride at the carnival.

But, of course, the real draw here is the almost maniacal devotion to lobster you'll find here.

You'll find lobster cooked up in just about every way you can imagine while you're here.

Nearly 10,000 volunteers handle all the hauling and cooking.

The only thing visitors are expected to do is walk around and enjoy the events and...

For the full details on actual events and the schedule visit the Maine Lobster Festival website or visit them on Facebook.

If you’re looking for more lobster in your life, click here. You’ll be treated to an entire road trip dedicated to the best lobster rolls in the state of Maine!