COMMUNITY | Heart of Biddeford announces 15th anniversary of ‘Music in the Park’ series

Live Music, Local Market – for seven Wednesdays in June, July and August

CONTRIBUTED STORY | Heart of Biddeford

Celebrating Music in the Park’s 15th anniversary, Heart of Biddeford invites residents and visitors to enjoy downtown Biddeford with a free, family-friendly concert series held in Mechanics Park.

Occurring on Wednesday evenings from June 24 through August 5, this free community event combines live music, a vibrant farmers’ market, and local food for an unforgettable summer experience by the river.

The community is encouraged to bring blankets or lawn chairs and buy dinner from a local business.

While the concerts are from 6-7:30 p.m. each Wednesday, the Biddeford Public Market starts in the afternoon at 4:30 p.m., with fresh produce, handmade goods, and products from local farmers and artisans. Additionally, Brickyard Hollow will have pizza delivery available from 5-7 p.m.

Read more below about the 2026 Music in the Park lineup:

June 24

Kind Kids and Duquette. The season opens with a kid-friendly performance from the Kind Kids duo followed by the band Duquette, whose original music features Rob Duqette on drums/guitar/vocals. He’s joined by legendary John Kumnick on Bass, and world-renowned guitarist/recording artist Randy Roos, with Amanda Duquette’s backing vocals.

July 1

The Biddeford Beat & Sparrow. The evening begins with The Biddeford Beat – a Maine-based band playing folk rock, country, and soft jazz – performing music inspired by the song crafters of the 60s and 70s. Sparrow (best described as fun, fervent, and a little fierce) holds the spotlight for the second half of the evening, playing “chamber-folk” tunes, originals, and covers.

July 8

Sugar Hill String Band. Sugar Hill String Band is a high-energy, Portland-based acoustic duo playing Celtic, bluegrass, old-time, and early country music. Expect to hear upbeat banjo/fiddle tunes, lonesome Appalachian ballads, tight bluegrass harmony singing, and jigs and reels from throughout the Celtic world.

July 15

Mike Maurice Duo. Maine-based artist Mike Maurice brings together the emotional honesty of folk and the dynamic sweep of modern indie songwriting. The duo’s music lives in contrast — tender yet powerful, with lyrical writing that’s both introspective and deeply relatable.

July 22

Autumn Chamberlain Duo. Singer-songwriter, audio engineer, and multi-instrumentalist Autumn Chamberlain brings a unique blend of piano, guitar, and powerful vocals to the stage. Her thoughtful songwriting and natural approach to pop music create an engaging and authentic performance.

July 29

The Delta Knights Band. Bringing a mix of Blues and R&B to the stage, the Delta Knights Band delivers a crowd-pleasing performance.

August 5 Louisa Stancioff. A crowd favorite at HOB’s 2025 River Jam Festival, Louisa Stancioff has a sound that blends indie folk and rock. The duo delivers a distinctive and compelling live performance.

Music in the Park is made possible by generous sponsorship from Brickyard Hollow, located on Main Street in Biddeford.

Photos| Courtesy of McKenney Photography

ABOUT HEART OF BIDDEFORD | Powered by the strength of community involvement, Heart of Biddeford fosters a vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable downtown for residents, businesses, and visitors. Through Art of Biddeford, we connect the community through the arts, foster creativity, and build equitable access to arts and entrepreneurship. For more information, contact Executive Director Delilah Poupore at (207)284-8520 or director@heartofbiddeford.org

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