Maine Wildlife Park Events

Friends of Maine Wildlife Park Plant Sale

Date: May 23, 2026 - May 24, 2026

Saturday, May 23 from 8am - 4pm and Sunday, May 24 from 9am - 3pm

Join Friends of Maine Wildlife Park for their annual Plant Sale at the park entrance! Shop a great selection of hardy perennials, native plants, and garden favorites-perfect for improving your yard while supporting Maine's wildlife.

100% of all proceeds go toward care, enrichment, and habitat improvements for the animals at the Park!

The Plant Sale takes place in the parking lot, so admission is not required - but why not visit while you are here?

Black Bear Birthday Party - Luvey Turns 10!

Date: June 20, 2026

Saturday, June 20 from 10am to 2pm

Luvey the black bear is turning 10 years old! Join us to learn about Luvey, Maine's black bear population, and get your paws busy with bear-inspired activities.

Art in the Park

Date: July 11, 2026

Celebrate summer with art, nature, and community at Art in the Park from 10am-3pm.

Stroll through the park while local artisans showcase and sell nature-inspired artwork and handcrafted goods, each one reflecting the beauty of Maine's outdoors. Take time to view the wildlife throughout the park, grab a delicious bite from a food truck, and enjoy a relaxed summer day surrounded by creativity and nature.

We are accepting vendor applications through Friday, March 6! Interested vendors should fill out this application: https://forms.office.com/g/bSdrHeGnSk

Selected vendors will be notified by March 20. Thanks to everyone for their interest!

Chainsaw Carving

Date: August 1, 2026

Get ready for some saw-dust-flying art!

Watch a wooden stump transform into wildlife magic as local chainsaw artist, Dan Burns — featured on Maine Cabin Masters — carves live at Maine Wildlife Park on Saturday, August 1st, from 11am-3pm.

Fall Fun Days

Date: October 3, 2026 - October 10, 2026

Saturday, October 3rd & Saturday, October 10th, 10am - 3pm

Celebrate the Maine outdoors in autumn and the incredible wildlife that call our beautiful state home! Join us for a fall gathering filled with opportunities to observe wildlife in their seasonal splendor, enjoy tasty bites from a local food truck, and take part in nature-inspired games and activities for all ages. More details will be shared as fall approaches-stay tuned!