EVENT DESCRIPTION

Celebrating its 61st year – The Yarmouth Clam Festival takes place every summer, starting on the third Friday in July in the charming coastal village of Yarmouth, Maine. This New England summertime tradition draws visitors from all over the country who come to enjoy the parade, carnival, music, events and competition, and of course, the delicious food! For information on directions and parking, accommodations, or information on other regional attractions, please click on a link below.

Over 80 different types of food and beverages are featured at the Festival’s food booths.

More than 6,000 pounds of clams, 13,500 Lime Rickeys, 6,000 lobster rolls, 2,200 pancake breakfasts, 1,500 shore dinners, 400 homemade pies, and 6,000 strawberry shortcakes are expected to be consumed at the Festival.

Over 40 musical acts and entertainers will perform on four stages.

Approximately 165 crafters, artists, and photographers display and sell their work.