July Community Events
Four on the 4th Road Race
- Thursday, July 4th from 6:30 AM – 10:30 AM
- from 6:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. The annual July 4 road race starts at York High School and takes place along Long Sands Beach and returns. For more information, go to yorkparksandrec.org.
Fourth of July Fireworks
- Thursday, July 4th at 9:30 PM
- Celebrate the Fourth of July with a colorful fireworks display at Ellis Short Sands Park
York Habor Reading Room Fireworks
- Saturday, July 6th from 5 PM to 10 PM
Equipped for Surfing at Long Sands Beach
- Thursday, July 11th from 5 PM – 7 PM. Registration begins at 4:30 PM.
- Surfing event for individuals with disabilities. There will be numerous volunteers including individuals specially trained in adaptive events, certified USLA Lifeguards as well as surfing instructors.
Town Hall Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
- Thursday, July 11th from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM.
- A celebration and ribbon cutting ceremony will occur at the Town Hall main entrance at 186 York St.
Cycle for Life – Seacoast Safari
- Saturday, July 13th from 7:30 AM – 4 PM.
- A 35/65/100 mile one day fundraising bicycle tour that will travel the coastline and the mainland of New Hampshire and Maine. Sponsored by the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
Touch a Truck Summer Party
- Saturday, July 20th from 10 AM to 12 PM at the York Public Library
- Get up close to some big trucks and vehicles from York Fire, Police and Public Works. The Kona Ice truck will be serving up sweet treats and tunes, and Mr. Fox will be attending with their truck to help compost event waste. The York Public Library is hosting their summer reading party with indoor games and crafts inside.
Celebrate National Ice Cream Day!
- Saturday, July 20th from 11 AM – 1 PM at Goodrich Park.
York Days 5K
- Sunday, July 28th from 7 AM – 11 AM
- Race participants will gather at York High School with the race beginning at 8 a.m. For more information, go to yorkparksandrec.org.
Sand Castle Contest
- Tuesday, July 30th
- This free event will take place at Short Sands Beach with all ages welcome. Registration is from 9 a.m.-10 a.m. with judging taking place at 1p.m. and awards presented at 2 p.m.
August Community Events
York Days Craft Fair
- Saturday, August 3rd – Sunday, August 4th from 9 AM to 3 PM
- Crafts, people, and vendors will set up on the York Beach ball field and offer a wide array of artistic crafts and items. Free and open to the public.
Nubble Light Challenge
- Saturday, August 3rd from 8:30 AM to 12 PM
- This is a 2.5 mile open ocean swim starting at the Long Sands bathhouse that continues to the Nubble Lighthouse and finishes at the pavilion at Short Sands Beach. All proceeds benefit the Michael Phelps Foundation.
Bike MS: Great Maine Getaway
- Saturday, August 3rd from 7:30 AM to 4 PM
- This annual charity event starts and finishes at the University of New England in Biddeford, ME and passes through the town of York. Funds raised from this event support research, programs and services for those living with Multiple Sclerosis.
National Night Out
- Tuesday, August 6th from 5 PM 8 PM at Bog Road Fields
- National Night Out is an annual community building campaign that promotes police/community partnerships and camaraderie. Event includes free ice cream, free food, games, activities, emergency vehicles to explore, giveaways and more. Sponsored by York Police Department, York Village Fire Department and York Beach Fire Department.
Equipped for Surfing at Long Sands Beach
- Thursday, August 8th: Registration at 4:30 PM, Event from 5 PM to 7 PM
- Surfing event for individuals with disabilities. There will be numerous volunteers including individuals specially trained in adaptive events, certified USLA Lifeguards as well as surfing instructors.
Purple Heart Ceremony
- Saturday, August 10th from 10 AM to 10:45 AM at Hawley Mason Park
- Annual ceremony to honor Purple Heart recipients in Maine, especially those who lost their lives in battle. Sponsored by the York Committee for Veteran’s Affairs.
York Village Fire Department Annual Parade & Field Day
- Saturday, August 17th from 12 PM to 3 PM
- Fire truck parade from lower Woodbridge to York Library via York Street. Muster event at Moulton Park following parade.
Beach Bonfire Benefit
- Saturday, August 31st from 6 PM to 10 PM at Long Sands Beach/Bathhouse area
- Sponsored by York Parks & Recreation. For more information, go to yorkparksandrec.org.
September Community Events
Art in the Park
- Saturday, September 14th from 10 AM to 4 PM
- Sponsored by the York Art Association, this annual event will take place at Moulton Park off of York Street with 30+ vendors, music, food truck and more.
Battle at the Beach Pickleball Tournament
- Friday, September 20th through Sunday, September 22nd from 8 AM to 4 PM
- Players of all levels can participate in a weekend of spirited competition. Takes place at Seacoast Pickleball (1050 US Route 1, York) on Friday Night and at York High School on Saturday and Sunday.
Ampsurf Learn to Surf Clinic at Long Sands Beach
- Friday, September 20th through Saturday, September 21st from 7 AM to 1 PM
- Learn to surf clinic to teach those living with disabilities how to surf. Sponsored by the Association of Amputee Surfers.
Granite State Wheelers’ Seacoast Century Ride
- Saturday, September 21st from 7 AM to 5 PM
- The 50th annual bicycle ride takes participants along the coastlines of NH, MA and Maine – 100 miles in total.
Mt. A Trail Challenge 5K and 1 Mile
- Saturday, September 21st from 9 AM to 11 AM
- Pre-race and race day registration available. Both distances will be conducted on well-marked and staffed trails. The 5K race will start at 9 a.m. and the one mile will begin at 9:15 a.m. Following both distances, snacks, refreshments and awards will be given out.
Walk to End Alzheimer’s
- Saturday, September 28th from 9 AM to 2 PM
- The Alzheimer’s Association to End Alzheimer’s is the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s car, support and research. Held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide and in several locations right here in Maine, this inspiring event call on participants of all ages and abilities to reclaim the future for millions. Walk begins at the York Beach ball field, down Long Sands Beach and back again.
