Here’s your July 4th weekend guide for Southern Maine—packed with fireworks, family fun, and summertime charm:
🎆 Kennebunk & Kennebunkport
- Joint Fireworks Show – Friday, July 4 at 9 PM, launched from Narragansett Point at Gooch’s Beach. Views span Kennebunk Beach, Kennebunkport riverfront, and Gooch’s—raindate July 5
- Independence Day Lobster Bake – Fri, July 4 at the White Barn Inn’s Lodge on the Cove. Local seafood feast by the pool starting at 2 PM
- Artisan Markets – Saturday morning at the Waterhouse Center and Garden Street Farmers Market
- Seashore Trolley Museum Birthday Bash – On Saturday, July 5, join celebrations at America’s oldest electric transit museum
🌊 Ogunquit
- Fireworks at Ogunquit Beach – Friday, July 4 at 9:15 PM, viewable from Main, North, and Footbridge Beaches. DJ music starts at 7 PM in the Beach Street turnaround, parking closes early
- Fireworks Deck Party – Cocktail-viewing event on Mainestreet Ogunquit’s second-floor deck with ticketed drink vouchers
- July 4th Parade & Weekend Events – Expect kid-friendly workshops, wellness activities, and family fun throughout the weekend
📯 Wells
- While specific events are fewer, neighboring Wells Beach is a scenic picnic spot for watching Ogunquit’s fireworks on July 4. Combine a relaxed beach day with fireworks just up the coast!
🌿 York
- Fireworks at Ellis Short Sands Park – Celebrate the Fourth of July with a colorful fireworks display at Ellis Short Sands Park on Friday, July 4, at 9:30 p.m. Arrive early for parking. Parking is metered
- Four on the 4th Road Race – If you’re a runner, you can participate in the annual Four on the 4th Road Race, hosted by York Parks & Recreation and York Rotary. This popular 4-mile race begins at York High School at 7:30 am and follows a scenic route along the coastline. Registration for the 2025 race opens on February 1st and closes on July 1st
- Town Celebrations – Expect classic cookouts, parades, fife & drum performances, lawn games, and midday boat cruises around the weekend
🎉 Kittery
- Park Stroll & Picnic – Head to the historic John Paul Jones Memorial Park for a laid-back July 4 picnic, followed by local informal observances and atmosphere
- Nearby Portsmouth Events – Cross the Memorial Bridge and enjoy Portsmouth’s lively Independence Day celebrations—parades, bands, and fireworks within reach
✅ Top Tips & Itineraries
- Beachfront Fireworks Night: Start with a lobster bake in Kennebunk/Kport, move to Ogunquit by evening for beach views
- Kid-Friendly Day in York & Wells: Visit local parks, enjoy music, then head to Wells Beach for dusk contemplation or Ogunquit fireworks
- Cultural & Dining Tour: Browse Kennebunkport’s Dock Square galleries, enjoy local seafood, then savor Ogunquit deck cocktails and fireworks
Plan with Purpose
- Arrive early—parking lots (esp. Ogunquit Main Beach) close midday
- Bring blankets & lawn chairs for beach or park seating
- Pack snacks, sunscreen, bug spray, and patriotic gear
🇺🇸 Wishing you a spectacular Independence Day weekend in Maine! Whether you’re chasing fireworks, savoring lobster, or strolling scenic coastlines, there’s something magical for every celebration style.
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