Damariscotta is pronounced like this:

Dam-ruh-SKAH-tuh

Say it like that and folks might think you’re a local. Maybe…

Please follow this link for a comprehensive list of parking locations.

During busy times, such as Parade and Regatta, please allow as much as one hour to get into the festival area.

*** Please Note: Shuttle buses will not run during the Parade.

There is one wheelchair-accessible shuttle that will run every 15 minutes while the buses are running. The bus stop for this accessible bus is located on Church Street near Bath Savings.

The Regatta can be viewed from inside the warm and comfy Lincoln Theatre downtown, where it will be live streamed by LCTV!

Pumpkins can be located using the Interactive Map. You can also see the Interactive Map in the new mobile app!

The decorated giant pumpkins remain on display for at least 10 days. After a while, giant pumpkins have a tendency to revert to their primordial state and they become “challenging” to remove cleanly and safely.

A lot depends on the weather, but expect to check them out within 10 days of the day they’re decorated!

Yes! Lincoln County Television will live stream the event and will share a link on its website and social media platforms.

We are happy to welcome back the drop for the 1st time since 2019. Join us at the baseball field next to Great Salt Bay School Sunday Oct 13 at 10:00 am.

Please see our online Events Calendar or review our printable Comprehensive Event Schedule!

We also have a handy-dandy 1-page Event Matrix!

Yes, as long as they are on leash and the owner cleans up after them.

There is no cost to attend the festival but please note that some nearby parking lots and food options are being run as fundraisers for local organizations. Tips for the festival's volunteer performers are welcome, as are contributions to festival transportation - each bus will have a jar for donations.

Please support the festival and its business sponsors!