Old Orchard Beach
Our sand is so soft, leave your slippers at home!
Camp at Wild Acres for your next vacation getaway in Old Orchard Beach......"It's a Shore Thing!"
Catering to tourists and families is a way of life in Old Orchard Beach. The soft, sand beach, sun bathing, low surf, arcades, amusement rides, nightly entertainment, shopping, golf, fishing, auto races, harness races and awesome, fresh off the boat seafood are just a few area favorites. Best of all, Wild Acres is the perfect campground for your O.O.B. experience- we're the closest campground to the beach!
Wild Acres and O.O.B.
- The Beach is 2/10 mile from our gate
- Free Parking for the beach at the nearby gate
- Trolley from Wild Acres to the Beach
The famous Old Orchard's Pier extends nearly 500 feet over the Atlantic Ocean and features shops, eateries, games of skill, night life and mouth watering treats like the famous Pier Fries, pizza, fried dough, cotton candy and caramel popcorn, to name a few. In the center of town there are special events, festivals, fairs, concerts, street dances and fireworks to entertain all. Below are a few of the Old Orchard's Scheduled Events - for more - go to www.OldOrchardBeachMaine.com
Return to TopOld Orchard Beach- Events
| May 30 | MEMORIAL DAY PARADE The Veterans of Foreign Wars and the American Legion of Old Orchard Beach co-host this 1pm annual parade. (207) 934-4724 |
| June 23-26 | LA KERMESE Largest Franco-American festival in Maine. This carnival-like weekend highlights culture, entertainment, tradition and food. Waterhouse field in Biddeford. (207) 283-1889 |
| June 24-25 | PIER-A-PALOOZA MUSIC FESTIVAL A locals music festival featuring upcoming musical talent. On The Pier. (207) 934-3595 |
| July 1-3 | PARADE AND 17TH ANNUAL SANDCASTLE CONTEST- OCEAN PARK Come enjoy a parade and band concert with line and square dancing. Sandcastle contest on the beach. Fun for the entire family. (207) 934-9068 |
| July 4 | FIREWORKS IN THE SQUARE On the beach next to the Old Orchard Beach Pier. |
| July 8-10 | 10TH ANNUAL GREEK HERITAGE FESTIVAL Weekend-long festival celebrating homemade Greek food, pastries, music and dancing. Church tours, bookstore, crafts and many activities for children. Live Green Band on Friday and Saturday. St. Demetrios Orthodox Church, Saco. (207) 284-5651 |
| July 30- August 6 | SALVATION ARMY PIER MINISTRY Week long evening entertainment in The Square featuring vocalists, magicians, bilingual speakers, bands and other entertainment. Parade of Witness. 8th annual Golf Tournament. Volleyball beach blast. (207) 934-2024 |
| August 6 | ILLUMINATION NIGHT Ocean Park community lights their homes during the 15th annual Festival of Lights. Band concert and strawberry shortcake are special favorites during this event. (207) 934-9068 |
| August 12-14 | WORLD LOBSTER EATING CONTEST The World's most fun and affordable Maine Lobster Bake! On the beach, featuring: name bands; live comedy; "Miss Low Tide" parade; "Maine Lobster Eating Championship for amateurs; "World Lobster Eating Championship" (IFOCE sanctioned); Maine Arts & Crafts; Cooking Demos; Ocean Touch Tank and fun activities for the kids. Climb aboard a real Maine Lobster Boat and haul a real trap! Celebrate our Maine Lobster heritage and have tons of fun on Maine's Best Beach! (207) 329-1791 |
| August 19-21 | 22ND ANNUAL BEACH OLYMPICS Three days of fun competition, music, displays and a presentation to benefit Special Olympics Maine. Held on the beach, in the Square and surrounding area. |
| August 20 | 5K RACE Enjoy a kid's "fun run" or adult 5K thru town with T-shirts and medals for the kids and other awards for divisional winner. Benefit for MAPS Scholarship Foundation. |
| September 9-10 | TRI-STATE FISHING TOURNAMENT Catch and release for striped bass and blue fish on the beach. (207) 934-9991 |
| September 9-10 | TOW TRUCK MEET & PARADE 15th Annual show provided by the Towing and Recovery Association of Maine. Includes driver skill tests, police and fire demos, parade, awards and other fun events. Memorial Park. Open for all to view. |
| September 16-17 | 12TH ANNUAL CAR SHOW Car show with many divisions, entertainment, trophies and awards, parade and an evening party. Great family for for all at Memorial Park. |
| October 8 | BLUES OKTOBERFEST An all day event featuring blues music and seasonal ales crafted by local breweries! On the Pier. (207) 394-3595 |
