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Norway Maine Arts Festival Mark your Calendars for September 12th, 10am-4pm! NMAF is brought to you by Welcome to the 2025 Norway Maine Arts Festival.

Founded in 1967, the Norway Maine Arts Festival celebrates art and community in the Western Foothills of Maine. We are excited to foster a space where the greater community can come together to participate, learn, and support the Maine arts community. Art has proudly been a part of Norway’s downtown history since 1967. The Norway Maine Arts Festival celebrates art and community in the foothills of Western Maine and across the state. The festival showcases artisans of all kinds through art and craft vendors, live demonstrations, performances, keynote speakers, musicians, and farmers, all set within the historic buildings of downtown Norway.
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This year, the Norway Maine Arts Festival is getting a jumpstart from Lights Out! We are moving the festival to the second Saturday of September, which falls on September 13th. Vendors will be tabling from 10 AM to 4 PM with more event going into the evening. We are bringing back beloved elements of the festival, including juried fine arts and crafts vendors, outstanding performers and musicians, as well as local businesses and non-profits that have been integral to this event. Together, we will celebrate the diverse creative and technical talents of Mainers.

09/22/2026

Thanks to everyone who came out to the festival on September 12th!

If you were there, we want to hear from you! What you enjoyed, what could be better, and what you'd like to see next year. Your answers will help us plan for next year

It’s time. You may have heard the whispers; a painted sidewalk, a tree covered in yarn, or perhaps multiple large painte...
09/12/2026

It’s time.
You may have heard the whispers; a painted sidewalk, a tree covered in yarn, or perhaps multiple large painted signs. The rumors are true! Tomorrow from 10am-4pm is the much anticipated Norway Maine Arts Festival! The team at Lights Out Gallery has been working hard, and is so excited to share with you our most interactive, magical and (hopefully) largest festival yet! We are incredibly grateful for the volunteers, sponsors, artists and community members that have made this spectacular event possible.

Where do I park for the festival?

On-site parking options include the public parking area behind the Fareshare Co-Op located on Whitman, above the Food Court located on Deering*, as well as the Norway Town Office off of Danforth and Beal, and Water Street Parking, situated behind the Gingerbread House. Off-site parking is available at the Guy E. Rowe School (a short walk to Main Street), Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School, and Gouin Athletic Complex (Gouin Field). A shuttle runs between the Oxford Hills High School lot the Gouin Field and the festival approximately every 20 minutes from 9:45 am to 4:30 pm. See our festival map for more information.

*Parking above Food Court on Deering Street will be reserved for Handicap Parking. If you’re able bodied, please consider parking at an off-site lot so that those who need it can access lots on-site.

What should I bring to the festival?
Pack sunscreen and a hat for the afternoon sun. If you’re planning to catch any of the live music and performances, a folding chair or blanket is highly recommended, as seating is limited. A tote or reusable bag is great for any art or vendor finds, and cash is handy since not all vendors may accept cards. While we can’t restrict animals from public streets, we strongly encourage you to leave your furry friends at home. Thank you for your cooperation!

09/11/2026

The weather tomorrow is looking perfect for a homemade gelato from Dolce Amici right on Main Street! The amazing team over there made 8 (!!!) custom flavors for the arts festival, one for each color in our logo. They will be open from 11am-8pm, let us know which one is your favorite flavor!

09/10/2026

Stop by Norway Pizza XChange on Saturday to grab some lunch while you’re at the arts fest! They’ll be having some 6$ deals from 11-4, right ok Main Street!

09/10/2026

Make sure you swing by the Norway Memorial Library on Saturday and grab some books from the Friends of the Library book sale!

09/09/2026

We made a b**r with Norway Brewing Company, well actually we made two! Come join us at 5pm this Thursday the 10th to try some or swing by Norway brewing during the on the 12th. Also don’t forget to buy your tickets for our concert happening right after the festival at Penn Landing, there will be b**r there too!

09/09/2026

When you’re in town on Saturday make sure to stop by Cafe Nomad and try some of the NMAF specials that the lovely folks on there made!

We are getting so excited to see everyone on Saturday! If you haven't already, take a look at our festival program to or...
09/08/2026

We are getting so excited to see everyone on Saturday!
If you haven't already, take a look at our festival program to orient yourselves and learn more about what will be happening in Downtown Norway on the 12th from 10am-4pm!

Check out our live program for the 2026 Norway Maine Arts Festival, including a full schedule and map of the festival as well as day-of information to help you navigate the fun!

We're thrilled to announce our juror for Best Booth Setup: Maddy Vertenten!"Maddy Vertenten is the owner/gallerist of Si...
09/07/2026

We're thrilled to announce our juror for Best Booth Setup: Maddy Vertenten!

"Maddy Vertenten is the owner/gallerist of Sidle House, whose varied experience draws an uncommonly coherent line between the violin and the boardroom. Growing up in Orono, Maine, she trained as a classical violinist before attending Oberlin Conservatory – ultimately earning her Bachelor of Music from the University of Southern Maine. Maddy's early career in music included playing as a full-time and gigging violinist with string ensembles, an indie rock band, and with the Bangor (Maine), Portland (Maine) and Lafayette (Indiana) Symphony Orchestras. She pivoted into the business of art, working at Russell Carter Artist Management in Atlanta with artists including Matthew Sweet and the Indigo Girls.

That dual fluency in creative and organizational life became her signature as she went on to earn a Master of Science in Human Resources Management, build a leadership development practice at Dell, and run Vibrant One Consulting, coaching executives and entrepreneurs. Back in Maine since 2012, she got involved in local initiatives including two terms on her regional school board — and currently serves on the boards of 82Parris and Freeport’s Meetinghouse Arts public art committee. In 2023, she opened Sidle House, a contemporary art gallery in her own century-old barn. For Maddy, expanding human connection and cultivating creativity through community and organizations have always been the same calling."

We’re thrilled to have Maddy joining us as a juror for the Norway Maine Arts Festival Art Awards! Her lifelong commitment to creativity, community, and connection makes her a wonderful addition to this year’s jury.

Award winners will be announced at 3:30pm on the Main Stage during the 2026 Norway Maine Arts Festival!

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10 Tannery Street
Norway, ME
04268

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