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?

Food Truck Friday | Empanada Club

Date: May 29, 2026

Time: 11:00 AM

Food Truck Fridays are back! Kick off the season with Empanada Club on Friday, May 29th. Swing by anytime between 11am and 4pm to savor their made-from-scratch empanadas and fresh salads, all crafted with locally sourced ingredients. Bring your appetite-and maybe a friend to enjoy great food in the wild!

Food Truck Friday | Great Scott's Mac Wagon

Date: June 5, 2026 - June 5, 2026

Time: 11:00 AM

Great Scott's Mac Wagon rolls in on Friday, June 5, serving up wild comfort food with a twist! Think creamy mac n cheese, pulled pork and chicken, deep-fried bacon and Brussels sprouts, gooey brookies, and their signature sauces. Stop by between 11am - 4pm while exploring Maine Wildlife in the Park — your tastebuds will thank you!

Food Truck Friday | Shut up N' eat it

Date: June 12, 2026

Time: 11:00 AM

On Friday, June 12, Shut up N' eat it is bringing the flavor-no questions asked. Swing by between 11am and 4pm to dig into bold, crave-worthy bites that'll have you too busy eating to talk.

Food Truck Friday | Whoopie Wagon

Date: June 19, 2026

Time: 11:00 AM

Back by popular demand, Betty Reez Whoopie Wagon returns on Friday, June 19, from 11am to 4pm. These homemade, individually packaged treats are made in Freeport, Maine and are anything but your average Pine Tree State delicacy. Betty Reez Whoopiez are a gourmet take on the classic whoopie pie-soft, cookie-like cakes filled with rich, creamy goodness. Smaller in size, but big on flavor, they're a sweet treat thats sure to satisfy.

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!