Coming Up In The County: August Events Across Aroostook County

August is shaping up to be another busy month across Aroostook County, with fairs, festivals, farmers markets, trail events, cultural celebrations, ATV weekends, community gatherings and summer traditions happening from one end of The County to the other.

Here’s a look at what’s coming up in August.

Coming Up In The County: Updated August Events

Tuesday, August 4

Presque Isle | UMaine Potato Field Day and Research Open House
The University of Maine, with support from the Maine Potato Board, will host a Potato Field Day and Research Open House from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Aroostook Farm, 59 Houlton Road in Presque Isle.
Link: UMaine Extension

Presque Isle | Public Youth Art Group
Youth art group from 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Mark & Emily Turner Memorial Library.
Link: Central Aroostook Chamber Community Calendar

August 5-9

Presque Isle | Northern Maine Fair
The Northern Maine Fair returns to Presque Isle with rides, food, agriculture, exhibits, animal events, entertainment and classic fair traditions.
Link: Northern Maine Fairgrounds
Link: Maine DACF Fair Listing
Link: UMaine Extension 4-H Fair Info

August 6-9

Portage | Portage Lake Life Summer Days Weekend
A four-day summer celebration in Portage with community events, outdoor fun and lakeside activities.
Link: Town of Portage Event Page
Link: Visit Aroostook

Friday, August 7

Presque Isle | First Friday Art Walk
Downtown Presque Isle’s First Friday Art Walk runs from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. along Main Street.
Link: Central Aroostook Chamber Community Calendar

Presque Isle | Constructive Cocktails
Free networking and community conversation event from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at The Northeastland Hotel, with this month’s topic focused on building through collaboration.
Link: The County Events Calendar

August 7-9

Fort Kent | Fort Kent International Muskie Derby
Signature fishing event in Fort Kent and the St. John Valley.
Link: Visit Aroostook Events
Link: Fort Kent International Muskie Derby

Fort Kent | Fort Kent Ploye Festival
A community festival celebrating one of the St. John Valley’s best-known food traditions.
Link: Visit Aroostook Events

Saturday, August 8

Presque Isle | Presque Isle Farmers Market
Farmers market from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Presque Isle Pavilion on Riverside Drive.
Link: Central Aroostook Chamber Community Calendar

Madawaska | Miss Acadian Festival
A lead-in event for the Madawaska Acadian Festival celebration.
Link: Visit Aroostook Events

Tuesday, August 11

Presque Isle | Public Youth Art Group
Youth art group from 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Mark & Emily Turner Memorial Library.
Link: Central Aroostook Chamber Community Calendar

August 13-16

Madawaska | Madawaska Acadian Festival
A celebration of Acadian culture with music, food, heritage events, family activities and more.
Link: Madawaska Acadian Festival
Link: Visit Aroostook

August 14-15

Presque Isle | Nordic Trail Festival
Trail weekend at Northern Maine Community Trails with running, mountain biking, live music, food and outdoor recreation.
Link: Nordic Trail Festival
Link: Visit Aroostook Events

August 14-16

Caribou | Mawiomi of Tribes
The Mi’kmaq Nation Mawiomi brings a weekend of song, dance, food, ceremonies, culture and community to Caribou.
Link: Mi’kmaq Nation Mawiomi
Link: Visit Aroostook Events

All of Maine / Aroostook County Trails | Free ATV Weekend
Maine’s Free ATV Weekend gives riders a chance to explore ATV trails across the state, including routes throughout Aroostook County.
Link: Visit Aroostook Events

Washburn | Washburn August Festival
A hometown weekend of community events, family activities and local traditions.
Link: Visit Aroostook
Link: Town of Washburn

Saturday, August 15

Presque Isle | Presque Isle Farmers Market
Farmers market from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Presque Isle Pavilion on Riverside Drive.
Link: Central Aroostook Chamber Community Calendar

August 15-16

Houlton | Houlton Potato Feast Days
A community celebration in Houlton connected to potato season and local tradition. Houlton Parks and Recreation lists Touch a Truck on August 15 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Link: Houlton Parks & Recreation
Link: Greater Houlton Chamber

Monday, August 17

Presque Isle / Skyway Area | American Legion Monthly Meeting
Monthly meeting with supper and a business meeting to follow. Auxiliary members, wives and guests are welcome.
Link: Central Aroostook Chamber Community Calendar

Tuesday, August 18

Presque Isle | Public Youth Art Group
Youth art group from 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Mark & Emily Turner Memorial Library.
Link: Central Aroostook Chamber Community Calendar

Saturday, August 22

Presque Isle | Presque Isle Farmers Market
Farmers market from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Presque Isle Pavilion on Riverside Drive.
Link: Central Aroostook Chamber Community Calendar

Madawaska | NoMa Northern Maine Summerfest
Northern Maine Summerfest includes live entertainment, food trucks, family attractions, waterfront fun and more in Madawaska.
Link: Visit Aroostook

Presque Isle | Be A Light in the Dark 5K Glow Run
Evening glow run event at the Presque Isle Riverside Pavilion.
Link: Event Listing

Location TBD | Valley Worship Fest
Faith-based music and community event, with location details still listed as to be determined.
Link: Visit Aroostook Events

August 28-30

Presque Isle | Crown of Maine Balloon Fest
Free community event in Presque Isle with hot air balloons, kids’ events, music and family-friendly activities.
Link: Crown of Maine Balloon Fest
Link: 2026 Schedule