Lately, we’ve been talking a lot about Maine’s awesome summer festivals. When you’re in a place that celebrates everything from blueberries to local soda, we just can’t help but start planning our summer calendar. At the top of our list of fun festivals is this one that takes place in Southern Maine each summer.
Bug Light Park is an underrated spot in South Portland that offers wonderful views of Portland Harbor and the skyline of Portland.
Jane Cantral / Flickr The park is nearly 9 acres and was the site of WWII shipbuilding.
And it’s open for public viewing during the festival thanks to the South Portland/Cape Elizabeth Rotary Club.
But, it’s also the site of one of the most colorful annual festivals in Maine!
Bug Light Kite Festival / Facebook
The Bug Light Kite Festival is hosted by the South Portland Historical Society.
Bug LIght Kite Festival / Facebook
Kite flyers and kite lovers of all ages flock to the park for this beloved event.
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While some are exceptionally large and elaborate…
Bug LIght Kite Festival / Facebook
…many are simply small family kites with strings held by small children marveling at the sight of the crowded sky.
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The event is managed and run by members of the Nor’Easters Kite Club and Kites Over New England.
Bug Light Kite Festival / Facebook
You might recognize this man - Hank Manseau - who is a local kite lover and regular in parks where he teaches children how to fly these fun kites.
Bug LIght Kite Festival / Facebook
Admission to the festival is absolutely free!
Bug Light Kite Festival / Facebook
But we recommend that you plan on taking part in the barbecue fundraiser lunch because proceeds go to helping to keep the museum open to the public with no admission charges.
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The 2017 festival takes place on Saturday, May 20, from 11am to 4pm, at Bug Light Park.
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So, come down and watch the skies fill up with color and personality!
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It’s a wonderful way to spend the day!
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If you missed our recent list of best Maine festivals in small towns, click here to check it out!
Jane Cantral / Flickr
The park is nearly 9 acres and was the site of WWII shipbuilding.
And it’s open for public viewing during the festival thanks to the South Portland/Cape Elizabeth Rotary Club.
Bug Light Kite Festival / Facebook
Bug LIght Kite Festival / Facebook
Tony Heeschen / Flickr
simspics / Flickr
Tony Heeschen / Facebook
mikecogh / Flickr
studioh / Flickr
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