Outside of Gardens Aglow, there is no busier weekend at Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens than their free weekend, Maine Days. Now a family tradition for many of the state’s residents, the Gardens will release 10,000 tickets to Mainers at no cost for them to visit on Friday, May 31, Saturday, June 1, or Sunday, June 2. Advance registration is required for this very popular event.

“We are looking forward to welcoming Mainers to the Gardens for this special weekend. Our gardens are already bursting with colorful blooms, and we can’t wait for our Maine neighbors to enjoy them,” shared Gretchen Ostherr, Gardens president and CEO. “Let’s hope for great weather!”

Tickets will be available online at MaineGardens.org starting at 10 a.m. on May 14 on a first come, first served basis and limited to eight per household. There will be a small number of tickets for sale each day for non-Mainers who visit the peninsula. Mainers looking for free tickets should select the “Maine Day” tickets. Please note that a valid Maine ID will be required for entry. There will be no refunds or exchanges for free Maine Days tickets. The Gardens will be open rain or shine. Carpool with other Maine family and friends and make a day of it on the Boothbay peninsula exploring local shops, restaurants, and galleries. 

To learn more, visit MaineGardens.org.