The 29th Annual Cribbage Tournament, Quarry Tap Room,122 Water Street.

Come show off your best moves and strategy! The tournament is single elimination and you must sign up at Quarry Tap Room beginning at 5:30 pm. Play begins at 6 pm. $10 entry fee. Bring a cribbage board and deck of cards. No board and no cards = no play!  Win a handsome, hand-crafted Old Hallowell Day cribbage board. Sorry, participation is limited to adults 18 years and older.

Gaslight Theater presents “The Iliad, the Odyssey & All of Greek Mythology in 99 minutes, Vaughan Homestead Pavilion, 2 Litchfield Road.

Shows on July 19th, 20th, 26th and 27th at 7:00 pm, July 21st and 28th at 2:00 pm. Tickets: $15 for adults, $12 for students/seniors.

OHD Hills and Thrills Bike Ride, Hallowell Boat Landing.

This event takes cyclists on a journey through the rolling hills of Hallowell & neighboring communities. The ride is about 25 miles and climbs over 2000 feet. It concludes in downtown Hallowell. It is a recreational ride for moderately experienced cyclists. Due to the distance and hills, beginners & children will not do well. Online pre-registration recommended at https://bikereg.com/ohdcycle. Pre-reg closes 7/19. $20 registration fee defrays the cost of the event, road signs, posters, t-shirts, etc. Any remaining amount goes to OHD. Capped at 30 riders. Rain or shine. Sponsored by George Lapointe Consulting.

Sacred Heart Café, Sacred Heart Parish Hall, 7 Summer Street.

Start your Saturday off right with a healthy breakfast of coffee, juice, fresh fruit cup, pancakes (regular & blueberry), bacon, eggs, Bolley’s donut holes, muffins, coffee cakes and more. $5 for children under 12, $20 for families, $8 for individuals. Proceeds will assist hunger needs in the area.

OHD 5K Road Race, Vaughan Field, Vaughan Field Way near Middle & Lincoln Streets.

Start and finish at Vaughan Field. Out and back course along Middle Street. Spectators welcomed! Sponsored by Duncklee & Nott, McKee Morgan, Blue Marble Geographics, Barry S. Timson Education Fund and Wander Pizza Co.

OHD Whoopie Pie Bake-Off, Burano’s Wood-Fired Pizzeria, 190 Water Street.

Entry drop off starts at 8:00 am. Judging starts promptly at 9:15 am. Winners announced at 10:00 am. This year’s theme is Whoopie Pies! Categories (adult and kids 13 and under) include: traditional, fruit and non-traditional. Learn more and register at www.oldhallowellday.org/events/bake-off or call Sally at 207-751-8997. Sponsored by A Maine Wedding.

Cox Memorial UMC Annual Yard and Bake Sale, Cox Memorial United Methodist Church, 29 Middle Street.

No price tags, donation only, hot dogs & baked goods available. Proceeds to local charity.

OHD Kids K Race, Vaughan Field, Vaughan Field Way near Middle & Lincoln Streets.

Same day registration is permitted. Cost per entry is $5.

Trash to Art Contest, Vaughan Field, Hallowell Recycling Committee Table, Granite City Park, the base of Winthrop Street.

Calling all trash crafters and upcycling artists!! Create a piece of art and enter to win a prize! All ages and levels of artistry are invited to participate! Cast your votes from 9:00 am - 2:00 pm for the People’s Choice in three categories: Youth (up to age 12), Teen (ages 13-18), Adult (age 19 and over.) All artwork will be displayed for the day.

Hallowell Farmers Market, Stevens Common, 2 Beech Street.

This warm & welcoming market is full of all kinds of veggies, plants, fresh bread and pastries, meat, eggs, microgreens, flowers, soaps, spices, and goat cheese! Make sure you stop by and support your local farmers & producers.

Hubbard Free Library GIANT INSIDE BOOK & BAKE SALE, 115 Second Street.

Come on in to find terrific bargains on a large selection of fiction and nonfiction, paperback and hardcover, as well as videos and audiobooks. For all ages and interests. This year we’ve added baked goods for purchase as well.

OHD Committee Information Booth, Central & Water Street.

Swing by to pick up your free schedule of events, maps or a Sturgeon Search sheet. Got questions? We have answers! The booth will be selling posters, t-shirts and raffle tickets!

OHD Arts and Crafts Festival, Central & Water Streets and McAllister’s Real Estate.

Come and see arts and crafts presented by local and not-so-local artisans and crafters. Find unique gifts for an upcoming birthday, wedding ...or for yourself! There will be first, second and third place ribbons.

OHD Sponsors’ Area, Central & Water Streets.

Come check out some of the awesome businesses who help make Old Hallowell Day a success! Learn about finances, natural gas, pilates, medical cannabis, physical therapy, trail grooming, fiber internet and engineering. Yes, all in one place!

OHD Food Court, Granite City Park, the base of Winthrop Street.

Enjoy a delicious snack, lunch, or dinner in the park! Picnic along the beautiful Kennebec River - sturgeons will be jumping and eagles will be flying! Come check out our classic and new offerings. Vendors will be open from right before the parade until after the fireworks.

OHD Bake Sale, Central & Water Street.

Come buy delicious homemade goodies and support Old Hallowell Day! Donations to the sale should be dropped off at 9:00 am, individually wrapped with a list of ingredients included. Bakers will be thanked on the OHD Facebook page.

Old Hallowell Day Parade, Water Street.

An annual favorite! Who knows what you’ll see? Pick your spot early!

OHD Parade Flag and Fundraiser, Hallowell Antique Mall, 191 Water Street.

Introducing the inaugural OHD Parade Flag! This 9ft by 20ft beauty will parade down Water Street, inviting spectators to join in carrying this symbol of community pride. After the parade, stop by the Hallowell Antique Mall to personalize a fabric square for $5. Not only will the money raised go towards all future Old Hallowell Days, but these squares will be stitched onto the flag, creating a unique tapestry of community spirit. Spot your name on the flag in future Old Hallowell Day celebrations, a lasting connection to our vibrant community!

OHD Sturgeon Search, Hallowell Antique Mall, 191 Water Street.

Get ready to dive into the aquatic adventure of the century with Old Hallowell Day’s latest extravaganza: the Sturgeon Search! Swing by the OHD Committee Information Booth to snag your exclusive Sturgeon Search sheet, then let the scavenger hunt commence! Wander through our downtown business windows, sleuthing for the elusive hidden sturgeon. Once you’ve tracked down each slippery swimmer, make a splash at the Hallowell Antique Mall where you’ll get to unleash your creativity and decorate your very own sturgeon to take home as the ultimate trophy! It’s a fin-tastic journey of discovery and craftiness that you won’t want to miss!

Vicki’s School of Dance, Hallowell Boat Landing, Water Street.

Performing will be the senior & junior dance companies as well as the competition team.

Hallowell Community Band, Cotton Mill Apartment Courtyard, Water Street.

The Hallowell Community Band will continue their tradition of entertaining you with many of your old favorites. Come and enjoy music from a rollicking, old-fashioned band.

Strawberry Shortcake Luncheon, Goodrich-Caldwell American Legion Post 6, American Legion Hall, 114 Second Street.

$8 Per Person (includes sandwich, chips, drink, and strawberry shortcake) or shortcake only $4.

OHD International Kids Festival, Hallowell Multicultural Center, 20 Union Street.

The Capital Area New Mainers Project hosts our 4th annual International Kids Festival! Join us for international music, games, food, and more at the Hallowell Multicultural Center. Admission is free!

Climate Action Treasure Hunt, Hallowell Climate Action Table, Granite City Park, the base of Winthrop Street.

Stop by and pick up your treasure hunt booklet. Answer three questions about how our community is addressing climate change to win a prize!

Travis Humphrey and Friends, City Bandstand, Water Street.

Travis served with the United States Air Force as a Bandsman for 8 years. After returning home to Maine in 2003 he released four acclaimed studio albums. While Travis is regarded as one of Maine’s finest solo performers, for his Old Hallowell Day set he’ll be joined by Richard Hollis on drums and Justin Maxwell on bass.

“Postcard from Hallowell Maine”, City Hall Auditorium, 1 Winthrop Street.

Chris Walters Productions presents this award winning short film, directed by Dave Benner. Free and open to the public.

OHD Cornhole Tournament, Vaughan Field, Vaughan Field Way near Middle & Lincoln Streets.

Come and enjoy our cornhole tournament! Entry fee: $20 per team. Prizes presented for first, second and third place teams. Play is limited to 16 teams so register early. First come, first serve. To register or for more information, contact Tim Fortin at tim@nexthomenlr.com or 207-441-0320. Didn’t make the list? Stop by the cornhole court on OHD and you may find a spot. Sponsored by NextHome Northern Lights Realty.

Trio Con Brio, City Bandstand, Water Street.

Trio con Brio plays jazz standards, classic jazz, bebop, bossa nova, Latin jazz and some of their own original jazz. The trio features Seth Pillsbury on guitar and keyboards, Dave Briggs on bass, and Andy Shultz on congas and percussion.

Hambone, City Bandstand, Water Street.

Hambone is a five piece urban soul band hailing from Hallowell. The guys started playing as a group nearly ten years ago and have shared the stage with countless legendary members of The Neville Brothers, Phish, Allman Brothers Band, Grateful Dead and more. They are currently working on their first studio album.

Face Painting, Center of Health Insight, 98 Second Street.

Firefly Face Painting invites you to join the fun & art walk during OHD. We will be creating fantastic creatures, powers and much more. Come get your face painted! Prices from $9.99.

Dance Instruction, City Bandstand, Water Street.

Beginner dance instruction to get ready for moving to the sounds of Primo Cubano taught by Jen & Chris Cart.

Primo Cubano, City Bandstand, Water Street.

Primo Cubano plays traditional Cuban dance music called “Son” that dates back to the turn of the 20th Century. “Son” is the most popular style to come out of Cuba and is the primary contributor to the blend of Latin styles today known as Salsa. Energetic and infectious! Be ready to dance!!!!

Gaslight Theater presents “The Iliad, the Odyssey & All of Greek Mythology in 99 minutes,”, Vaughan Homestead Pavilion, 2 Litchfield Road.

Shows on July 19th, 20th, 26th and 27th at 7:00 pm, July 21st and 28th at 2:00 pm. Tickets: $15 for adults, $12 for students/seniors.

1974, City Bandstand, Water Street.

Once again the musicians of Hallowell come together to perform songs from 50 years ago. 1974 saw amazing songs released by Joni Mitchell, Jackson Browne, Linda Rondstadt, Al Green, Billy Preston and many others. This year’s band features Jonah Howard and Karen Bisner (The Blenders) Bob Colwell and Richard Hollis (Boneheads), Justin Maxwell (former Cydney Bullens bassist), and Andrea Re (former Jackson Browne percussionist).

Fireworks, Downtown Hallowell.

The Grand Finale! Fireworks will be set off from the Kennebec River right in front of Hallowell. The fireworks will be presented by Central Maine Pyrotechnics. Bring the whole family and plan for dinner or a snack from our food trucks. New offerings, a variety for everyone. It’s a delightful way to cap off Old Hallowell Day.

Fireworks, Downtown Hallowell.

The Grand Finale! Fireworks will be set off from the Kennebec River right in front of Hallowell. The fireworks will be presented by Central Maine Pyrotechnics. Bring the whole family and plan for dinner or a snack from our food trucks. New offerings, a variety for everyone. It’s a delightful way to cap off Old Hallowell Day.

Gaslight Theater presents “The Iliad, the Odyssey & All of Greek Mythology in 99 minutes,”, Vaughan Homestead Pavilion, 2 Litchfield Road.

Shows on July 19th, 20th, 26th and 27th at 7:00 pm, July 21st and 28th at 2:00 pm. Tickets: $15 for adults, $12 for students/seniors.

OHD Raffle drawing for original painting “Second Street,” by local artist, Aurilla Holt, Michel Paul Artist Studio, 168 Water Street.