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EVENT SCHEDULE
2022 Schedule of Events
EACH DAY, ALL DAY:
Art show sponsored by Matt D. Jeffers Graphic Artist at the North Entertainment Tent.
Visit our website at mainelobsterfestival.com/schedule for even more fun events! FREE SHUTTLE BUS
The Festival provides free shuttle service to and from the festival grounds from the following locations. A bus arrives at each location approximately every 20 minutes.
South Elementary School
(30 Broadway, Rockland, ME)
Oceanside High School
(400 Broadway, Rockland, ME) Check days for detailed schedule: • Wednesday, Aug. 3: Bus starts at noon and ends at 10 p.m. • Thursday, Aug. 4 and Friday, Aug. 5:
Bus starts at 9 a.m. and ends at 11 p.m. • Saturday, Aug. 6: Limited service 9 a.m. to noon. Full service starts after parade (noon) and ends at 11 p.m. • Sunday, Aug. 7: Bus starts at 9 a.m. and ends at 6 p.m.
Opening Day: Wednesday, August 3
ALL DAY
ART SHOW sponsored by Matt D. Jeffers Graphic Artist at the North Entertainment Tent. SET-UP & SERVE BEERS & WINES from Maine brewers and vintners at the North Entertainment Tent sponsored by Dog Fish Bar & Grill and Tap Truck 207.
TRAVEL & HOSPITALITY BUSINESS EXPO
sponsored by Penobscot Bay Chamber of Commerce at the North Entertainment Tent. “VOICE OF THE FESTIVAL” music and festival announcements sponsored by Knights Marine Service and The North Atlantic Blues Festival.
Opening Day: Wednesday, August 3, cont.
GATES OPEN.
9 A.M.
NOON
75TH MAINE LOBSTER FESTIVAL OPENS
Festival officially opens, along with exhibition tents, booths, vendors, activities and games. King Neptune and his court, along with Chloe Blake, the 2020/21 Maine Sea Goddess, arrive on the main dock from the briny deep courtesy of the USCG to raise the flag and officially open the 2022 Maine Lobster Festival. Flag raising ceremony will take place next to the flagpole by the Harbor Master’s building.
LOBSTER SERVING BEGINS AT THE FOOD TENT (Noon-8 p.m.) Visit our Food Tent for our famous steamed lobster dinners, shore dinners, lobster bisque, seafood chowders, lobster mac-n-cheese and our Lobster Café for lobster rolls, lobster wraps and lobster Caesar salad.
NOON - 6:00 P.M.
PADDY MILLS AT THE EATING TENT An award-winning folk singer/songwriter whose songs are as salty as the Maine coast he calls home.
NOON - 9:00 P.M.
AT THE MAINE HERITAGE TENT AT MIDDLE PIER sponsored by Rockland Historical Society.
First National Bank Vice President, Jake “Walk With Your Banker” Miller and Personal Trainer, Tonya Madden, welcome visitors to the 75th Maine Lobster Festival.
MAINE’S FINEST CRAFT BREWS AND
WINES served in the Beer Garden Tent sponsored by Tap Truck 207 and Loyal 9 Brand Vodka.
1:00 - 3:00 P.M.
JIM GIBSON AT MAINE STAGE An entertaining blend of blues, rock, gospel and country music.
6:00 - 9:00 P.M.
JIM GIBSON AT THE NORTH ENTERTAINMENT TENT An entertaining blend of blues, rock, gospel and country music.
6:30 - 8:30 P.M.
THE 2022 MAINE SEA GODDESS
CORONATION AT THE MAINE STAGE Come see the coronation of the 2022 Maine Sea Goddess! Festivities begin at 6:30 p.m. with music and the introduction of the Sea Princesses.
The winner receives a cash prize and the title of The Maine Sea Goddess with a lovely crown. She reigns at many events throughout the year, culminating with the start of the 2023 Lobster Festival. Also crowned is the Crown Princess and Miss Congeniality.
8:30 - 9:30 P.M.
MIDCOAST MUSIC ACADEMY AT THE MAINE STAGE Immediately after the Maine Sea Goddess Coronation the students and staff of MCMA will be performing in various ensembles.
9:30 P.M.
FIREWORKS over Rockland Harbor. Sponsored by Ferraiolo Construction & Park Street Carwash.
Day 2: Thursday, August 4
Happy 232nd Birthday to the U.S. Coast Guard! Thank you for your service to our city and our country.
ALL DAY
ART SHOW sponsored by Matt D. Jeffers Graphic Artist at the North Entertainment Tent.
AT THE MAINE HERITAGE TENT AT MIDDLE PIER sponsored by Rockland Historical Society.
SET-UP & SERVE BEERS & WINES
from Maine brewers and vintners at the North Entertainment Tent sponsored by Dog Fish Bar & Grill and Tap Truck 207. “VOICE OF THE FESTIVAL” music and festival announcements sponsored by Knights Marine Service and The North Atlantic Blues Festival.
MAINE’S FINEST CRAFT BREWS AND
WINES served in the Beer Garden Tent sponsored by Tap Truck 207 and Loyal 9 Brand Vodka.
7:00 - 10:00 A.M.
ALL-THE-PANCAKES-YOU-CAN-
EAT BREAKFAST IN THE FOOD TENT featuring blueberry pancakes, sausage, juice, coffee and milk. Cost: $8 for adults, $4 for children; offered through Sunday. Sponsored by 250 Main Street Hotel, Gosline Insurance Group, Dead River Company. *All you can eat applies to pancakes only.
9:00 A.M.
GATES OPEN.
PIRATES OF THE DARK ROSE raid Buoy Park!
9:15 - 2:00 P.M.
PIRATE ENCAMPMENT AT THE NORTH ENTERTAINMENT TENT
10:00 - NOON
10:30 - 11:30 A.M.
PIRACY 101 AT THE NORTH ENTERTAINMENT TENT Everything one needs to know to be a pirate!
11:00 A.M. - 9:00 P.M.
LOBSTER SERVING BEGINS
Visit our Food Tent for our famous steamed lobster dinners, shore dinners, lobster bisque, seafood chowders, lobster mac-n-cheese and our Lobster Café for lobster rolls, lobster wraps and lobster Caesar salad. All Food Vendors open at 11 a.m.
NOON - 6:00 P.M.
PADDY MILLS AT THE EATING TENT An award-winning folk singer/songwriter whose songs are as salty as the Maine coast he calls home.
NOON - 1:30 P.M.
MEHUMAN ERNST AT THE MAINE STAGE Folk Hop for Hip Folk is the signature sound coined by this East Coast native singer/songwriter.
MIDDAY
KING NEPTUNE and his court, the 2022 Maine Sea Goddess, and Black Beard visit the Festival grounds to greet visitors.
Day 2: Thursday, August 4, cont.
1:00 - 2:00 P.M.
CANNON LESSONS AT BUOY PARK Our visiting pirates will teach guests all about cannons, and even fire some off.
1:00 - 6:00 P.M.
2:00 - 3:30 P.M.
THE RETURNABLES AT THE MAINE STAGE Blending rock and roll, blues, funk, country and disco, this trio brings excitement and humor for listeners of all ages. Sponsored by Trade Winds Inn & Tradewinds-on-the-Bay, First National Bank, and Shepard Auto Group.
2:00 - 7:00 P.M.
PIRATE LESSONS AT BUOY PARK Learn what it takes to be a pirate!
3:00 - 4:00 P.M.
PIRATE WEAPONS DEMONSTRATIONS
AT BUOY PARK A demonstration of the piratical arts.
3:15 - 7:00 P.M.
JIM GIBSON
AT THE NORTH ENTERTAINMENT TENT An entertaining blend of blues, rock, gospel and country music.
3:30 - 5:00 P.M.
STEINS & VINES
AT THE NORTH ENTERTAINMENT TENT Celebrate our tasting event showcasing Maine brewers and vintners. Age 21 or older, photo ID is required. Tickets required. If you pre-purchased tickets, get your Steins & Vines bracelet throughout
the day. Sponsored by Rock Harbor Brewing Company, J K Kalloch, and Sierra Peaks.
4:00 - 5:00 P.M.
PIRATE WEAPONS DEMONSTRATIONS
AT BUOY PARK A demonstration of the piratical arts.
4:00 - 5:15 P.M.
LULA MOSS BAND ON THE MAINE STAGE This singer/song writer plays sax and guitar, and will have the stage rocking with a mix of folk, rock, and Americana.
5:00 P.M.
CANNON FIRE! AT BUOY PARK The pirates will be firing cannons.
5:30 - 7:00 P.M.
STEINS & VINES
AT THE NORTH ENTERTAINMENT TENT Celebrate our tasting event showcasing Maine brewers and vintners. Age 21 or older, photo ID is required. Tickets required. If you pre-purchased tickets, get your Steins & Vines bracelet throughout the day. Sponsored by Rock Harbor Brewing Company, J K Kalloch, and Sierra Peaks.
8:00 - 9:30 P.M
YELLOW BRICK ROAD
ON THE MAINE STAGE This Elton John tribute band will have the stage rocking!
Day 3: Friday, August 5
ALL DAY
ART SHOW sponsored by Matt D. Jeffers Graphic Artist at the North Entertainment Tent.
AT THE MAINE HERITAGE TENT AT MIDDLE PIER sponsored by Rockland Historical Society.
SET-UP & SERVE BEERS & WINES
from Maine brewers and vintners at the North Entertainment Tent sponsored by Dog Fish Bar & Grill and Tap Truck 207. “VOICE OF THE FESTIVAL” music and festival announcements sponsored by Knights Marine Service and The North Atlantic Blues Festival.
MAINE’S FINEST CRAFT BREWS AND
WINES served in the Beer Garden Tent sponsored by Tap Truck 207 and Loyal 9 Brand Vodka.
7:00 - 10:00 A.M.
ALL-THE-PANCAKES-YOU-CAN-
EAT BREAKFAST IN THE FOOD TENT featuring blueberry pancakes, sausage, juice, coffee and milk. Cost: $8 for adults, $4 for children; offered through Sunday. Sponsored by 250 Main Street Hotel, Gosline Insurance Group, Dead River Company. *All you can eat applies to pancakes only.
9:00 A.M.
GATES OPEN.
AMATEUR SEAFOOD COOKING CONTEST
AT THE NORTH ENTERTAINMENT TENT Amateur chefs will compete in this fan favorite annual Maine Lobster Festival Seafood Cooking Contest. Sponsored by FIORE Artisan Olive Oils and Vinegars.
10:00 - 11:00 A.M.
JIM GIBSON ON THE MAINE STAGE An entertaining blend of blues, rock, gospel and country music.
10:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M.
PIRATE TAVERN AT BUOY PARK Meet and greet with our visiting pirates as well as kids activities and skits.
11:00 A.M.
LOBSTER SERVING BEGINS
Visit our Food Tent for our famous steamed lobster dinners, shore dinners, lobster bisque, seafood chowders, lobster mac-n-cheese and our Lobster Café for lobster rolls, lobster wraps and lobster Caesar salad.
All Food Vendors open at 11 a.m.
NOON - 1:00 P.M.
MYLES KELLEY JAZZ BAND ON THE MAINE STAGE Bringing jazz to the Maine Lobster Festival stage. Sponsored by Trade Winds Inn & Tradewinds-on-the-Bay, First National Bank, and Shepard Auto Group.
NOON - 6:00 P.M.
PADDY MILLS AT THE EATING TENT An award-winning folk singer/songwriter whose songs are as salty as the Maine coast he calls home.
MIDDAY
KING NEPTUNE and his court, the 2022 Maine Sea Goddess, and Black Beard visit the Festival grounds to greet visitors.
1:00 - 1:45 P.M.
JIM GIBSON
AT THE NORTH ENTERTAINMENT TENT An entertaining blend of blues, rock, gospel and country music.
Day 3: Friday, August 5, cont.
2:30 - 4:00 P.M.
MONDAY NIGHT JAZZ ORCHESTRA ON THE MAINE STAGE A big band for our big stage playing a mix of latin, jazz, funk and blues. Sponsored by Trade Winds Inn & Tradewinds-onthe-Bay, First National Bank, and Shepard Auto Group.
3:00 - 4:00 P.M.
PIRACY 101 AT BUOY PARK Everything one needs to know to be a pirate!
3:30 - 5 P.M.
STEINS & VINES
AT THE NORTH ENTERTAINMENT TENT Celebrate our tasting event showcasing Maine brewers and vintners. Age 21 or older, photo ID is required. Tickets required. If you pre-purchased tickets, get your Steins & Vines bracelet throughout the day. Sponsored by Rock Harbor Brewing Company, J K Kalloch, and Sierra Peaks.
4:00 - 5:00 P.M.
PIRATE WEAPONS DEMONSTRATIONS
AT BUOY PARK A demonstration of the piratical arts.
4:00 - 5:30 P.M.
RED HOUSE AT THE MAINE STAGE Midcoast Maine’s rock and blues band.
5:00 P.M.
CANNON FIRE! AT BUOY PARK The pirates will be firing cannons.
5:30 - 7 P.M.
STEINS & VINES
AT THE NORTH ENTERTAINMENT TENT Celebrate our tasting event showcasing Maine brewers and vintners. Age 21 or older, photo ID is required. Tickets required. If you pre-purchased tickets, get your Steins & Vines bracelet throughout the day. Sponsored by Rock Harbor Brewing Company, J K Kalloch, and Sierra Peaks.
6:00 - 7:30 P.M.
MAGIC BUS AT THE MAINE STAGE A tour through the timeless music of The Who. Covering the hits, b-sides and the rarities of the iconic band.
8:00 - 9:30 P.M.
12 O/C
This band of three brothers and a friend is bringing country music to the Maine Stage. Sponsored by Trade Winds Inn & Tradewinds-on-the-Bay, First National Bank, and Shepard Auto Group.
Day 4: Saturday, August 6
ALL DAY
ART SHOW sponsored by Matt D. Jeffers Graphic Artist at the North Entertainment Tent.
MAINE AUTHORS & PUBLISHERS in the North Entertainment Tent.
AT THE MAINE HERITAGE TENT AT MIDDLE PIER sponsored by Rockland Historical Society.
SET-UP & SERVE BEERS & WINES
from Maine brewers and vintners at the North Entertainment Tent sponsored by Dog Fish Bar & Grill and Tap Truck 207.
Day 4: Saturday, August 6, cont.
“VOICE OF THE FESTIVAL” music and festival announcements sponsored by Knights Marine Service and The North Atlantic Blues Festival.
MAINE’S FINEST CRAFT BREWS AND
WINES served in the Beer Garden Tent sponsored by Tap Truck 207 and Loyal 9 Brand Vodka.
7:00 - 10:00 A.M.
ALL-THE-PANCAKES-YOU-CAN-
EAT BREAKFAST IN THE FOOD TENT featuring blueberry pancakes, sausage, juice, coffee and milk. Cost: $8 for adults, $4 for children; offered through Sunday. Sponsored by 250 Main Street Hotel, Gosline Insurance Group, Dead River Company. *All you can eat applies to pancakes only.
9:00 A.M.
GATES OPEN.
10:00 A.M.
THE BIG PARADE, Rockland Main Street “We Are All Champions”
10:00 A.M. - NOON
JIM GIBSON
AT THE NORTH ENTERTAINMENT TENT An entertaining blend of blues, rock, gospel and country music.
11:00 A.M.
LOBSTER SERVING BEGINS
Visit our Food Tent for our famous steamed lobster dinners, shore dinners, lobster bisque, seafood chowders, lobster mac-n-cheese and our Lobster Café for lobster rolls, lobster wraps and lobster Caesar salad.
All Food Vendors open at 11am.
NOON - 6:00 P.M.
PADDY MILLS AT THE EATING TENT An award-winning folk singer/songwriter whose songs are as salty as the Maine coast he calls home.
MIDDAY
KING NEPTUNE and his court, the 2022 Maine Sea Goddess, and Black Beard visit the Festival grounds to greet visitors.
1:00 P.M.
MAINE CABIN MASTERS AT MILDRED MERRILL PARK Meet the stars of the hit TV show that follows Chase Morrill and his family of Mainers as they attempt to save some of the most historic properties in America.
1-2 P.M.
BOONDOCK SINNERS AT THE MAINE STAGE A fun mix of acoustic pop, rock, oldies and country.
2:30 - 4:00 P.M.
MONDAY NIGHT JAZZ ORCHESTRA ON THE MAINE STAGE A big band for our big stage playing a mix of latin, jazz, funk and blues. Sponsored by Trade Winds Inn & Tradewinds-onthe-Bay, First National Bank, and Shepard Auto Group.
3:00 - 4:00 P.M.
PIRACY 101 AT BUOY PARK Everything one needs to know to be a pirate!
4:00 - 5:00 P.M.
PIRATE WEAPONS DEMONSTRATIONS
AT BUOY PARK A demonstration of the piratical arts.
Day 4: Saturday, August 6, cont.
4:00 - 6:00 P.M.
Last chance to pre-register for the 10K Road Race and 5K Run/Walk. If you’ve already registered online, you can pick up your packet at this time so you can head straight to the starting line in the morning. Come to the tent at the bottom of the hill inside the Main Gate.
4:30 - 6:00 P.M.
UKES ROCK AT THE MAINE STAGE Midcoast Maine’s most popular ukulele group.
5:00 P.M.
CANNON FIRE! AT BUOY PARK The pirates will be firing cannons.
6:30 - 8:00 P.M.
PEN BAY PAN AT THE MAINE STAGE Maine’s own steel drum band.
8:30 - 10:00 P.M.
BONNIE EDWARDS & THE PRACTICAL
CATS AT THE MAINE STAGE With her gutsy vocal style and dynamic stage presence, Bonnie puts her heart and soul in each performance. The Cats provide their unique style of blues, jump swing, jazz, and vintage R&B. Sponsored by The North Atlantic Blues Festival.
9:30 P.M.
FIREWORKS over Rockland Harbor. Sponsored by Ferraiolo Construction & Park Street Carwash.
Day 5: Sunday, August 7 - Family Fun Day!
ALL DAY
ART SHOW sponsored by Matt D. Jeffers Graphic Artist at the North Entertainment Tent.
AT THE MAINE HERITAGE TENT AT MIDDLE PIER sponsored by Rockland Historical Society.
SET-UP & SERVE BEERS & WINES
from Maine brewers and vintners at the North Entertainment Tent sponsored by Dog Fish Bar & Grill and Tap Truck 207. “VOICE OF THE FESTIVAL” music and festival announcements sponsored by Knights Marine Service and The North Atlantic Blues Festival.
MAINE’S FINEST CRAFT BREWS AND
WINES served in the Beer Garden Tent sponsored by Tap Truck 207 and Loyal 9 Brand Vodka.
5:00 - 7:00 A.M.
Registration officially begins at 7 a.m. but because of this event’s popularity, spots fill up in minutes. We recommend getting in line two hours early.
7:00 A.M.
REGISTRATION OPENS FOR ALL KIDS’
EVENTS! Registration officially opens for International Great Crate Race, Kids’ Fun Run, Children’s Lobster Eating Contest, and Little Lobster Diaper Derby.
7:00 A.M.
REGISTRATION OPENS FOR THE 5K, 10K, AND KIDS’ FUN RUN
Day 5: Sunday, August 7, cont.
7:00 - 10:00 A.M.
ALL-THE-PANCAKES-YOU-CAN-
EAT BREAKFAST IN THE FOOD TENT featuring blueberry pancakes, sausage, juice, coffee and milk. Cost: $8 for adults, $4 for children; offered through Sunday. Sponsored by 250 Main Street Hotel, Gosline Insurance Group, Dead River Company. *All you can eat applies to pancakes only.
8:00 A.M.
10K ROAD RACE AND 5K RUN/WALK
BEGINS near the Main Gate.
8:30 A.M.
1 MILE KIDS’ FUN RUN near the Main Gate.
9:30 A.M.
PRESENTATION OF 10K, 5K, KIDS’ FUN
RUN AWARDS NEAR THE MAINE STAGE Awards are presented to overall race winners and top male and female finishers in multiple age categories for our Fun Run, 10K and 5K races.
10 A.M.
CHILDREN’S PARADE
Sign up at the far end of the Eating Tent at 9 a.m.
10:00 A.M. - 1:00 P.M.
JIM GIBSON
AT THE NORTH ENTERTAINMENT TENT An entertaining blend of blues, rock, gospel and country music.
11:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M.
LOBSTER SERVING BEGINS
Visit our Food Tent for our famous steamed lobster dinners, shore dinners, lobster bisque, seafood chowders, lobster mac-ncheese and our Lobster Café for lobster rolls, lobster wraps and lobster Caesar salad. All Food Vendors open at 11 a.m.
11:30 A.M.
COD FISH CARRY AT THE MAINE STAGE Sponsored by Trade Winds Inn & Tradewinds-on-the-Bay, First National Bank, and Shepard Auto Group.
NOON
LOBSTER EATING CONTEST
AT THE MAINE STAGE
12:30 P.M.
LITTLE LOBSTER DIAPER DERBY
AT THE MAINE STAGE
2:00 P.M.
INTERNATIONAL GREAT CRATE RACE
BEGINS at Rockland Harbor. Sponsored by Maine Sport.
2:00 P.M.
ROCK LOBSTER AT THE MAINE STAGE A six piece rock & roll dance band with huge leads and a rock solid rhythm section. Sponsored by North Atlantic Blues Festival.
2:00 - 6:00 P.M.
JIM GIBSON
AT THE NORTH ENTERTAINMENT TENT An entertaining blend of blues, rock, gospel and country music.
5:00 P.M.
WREATH CEREMONY
King Neptune and the 2022 Maine Sea Goddess will lead a wreath ceremony for fishermen lost at sea, held at the public pier.
6:00 P.M.
75TH ANNUAL MAINE LOBSTER FESTIVAL CLOSES
See you at the 76th annual Maine Lobster Festival, August 2-6, 2023!
