Thursday August 20, 2026
Join us for an evening of coastal heritage, community and connection.
Time & Location
August 20, 2026
Burnt Cove Boil
4 Willie's Way, Stonington
6:00 p.m.
About the Event
Tides & Traditions is the Maine Lobster Community Alliance's signature summer event, bringing together lobstermen, community members, businesses, and supporters for an unforgettable evening on Stonington's working waterfront. Enjoy a traditional Maine lobster dinner, celebrate our coastal heritage, and help support the people, traditions, and future of Maine's lobster industry.
The event is free, but donations are encouraged. The event includes a traditional lobster dinner, beer & wine and a silent auction.
Proceeds benefit the Maine Lobster Community Alliance, a 501c3 non-profit organization.
Accept your Invitation
For more information, email
Chris Payne, chris@mainelobstermen.org
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Thank you to our sponsors!
Become a Sponsor
Sponsorships make this event possible.
All funds raised during the event directly support the lobster industry and the communities that rely on it.
Donations to MLCA are tax-deductible and directly benefit MLCA's work to support fishing families and communities.
sponsorship levels
$5,000
Tides & Traditions Presenting Sponsors are listed on all marketing materials including prominent logo placement on event signage, MLCA's website, social media and in Landings. Invitation to make opening remarks and receive 4 complimentary tickets.
$2500
Heritage Sponsors are listed on event signage and marketing materials including MLCA website, social media and Landings, and receive 2 complimentary tickets.
$1,000
Waterfront Sponsors are listed on event signage and marketing materials including MLCA website, social media and Landings, and receive 2 complimentary tickets.
$500
Community Sponsors are listing on marketing materials including MLCA website, social media and Landings.
JOIN OUR GROWING LIST OF SPONSORS!
By check payable to MLCA, mailed to:
MLCA, PO Box 315, Kennebunk, ME 04043
By credit card, pay HERE
WANT TO VOLUNTEER?
If you'd like to volunteer to help during the event,
email chris@mainelobstermen.org.
Donations of any amount support MLCA's work serving Maine's lobster community.
The MLCA is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization and sponsorships are tax-deductible to the full extent of the law.