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Events at UMF

Discover What’s Happening

Lectures. Performances. Exhibits. Community.

There’s always something happening at the University of Maine at Farmington. Our events calendar features opportunities for the public to engage with inspiring speakers, student showcases, cultural programs, and more.

Featured Events

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Symposium 2026
April 15, 2026 • 12:00 AM
Each year, the University of Maine at Farmington (UMF) Symposium showcases the academic excellence, research, creative work, and experiential learning of our students. Students present both individual and course-based projects representing diverse academic disciplines. Through lectures, demonstrations, performances, and interactive…
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Junior Visit Day Spring 2026
April 24, 2026 • 9:00 AM
Kick off your college search at UMF’s Junior Visit Day! This day is designed for current high school juniors and sophomores to begin exploring their college options.  Get a glimpse of what UMF has to offer by: -Touring…
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Maine Fiddlehead Festival
May 02, 2026 • 10:00 AM
The Maine Fiddlehead Festival is a vibrant, family-friendly celebration of local food and community, held each spring on the University of Maine at Farmington campus. Centered around the beloved New England delicacy—the fiddlehead fern—the festival welcomes everyone, whether you love…
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UMF 2026 Commencement
May 09, 2026 • 11:00 AM
The University of Maine at Farmington’s 2026 Commencement ceremony will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, May 9, at the Narrow Gauge Outdoor Venue located off Front Street in Farmington near UMF’s Prescott Field. For more information,…
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Monthly Calendar

Host Your Event at UMF

Looking for a unique and welcoming venue in western Maine? The University of Maine at Farmington offers a wide range of conference and event spaces available to community organizations, businesses, and private groups year-round. With high-tech spaces, on-site catering, and optional summer lodging, UMF provides everything you need to host a seamless and successful event. Whether you’re organizing a professional conference, workshop, retreat, celebration, or camp, our team is ready to help bring your event to life.

Conferences and Event Venues

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