List of Summer Festivals

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By Yelena Johnson
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We've searched across the country (boy, are we exhausted) to bring you the crème de la crème of summer festivals! Take a break, and enjoy! Thank us later.

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Southern California
Festival of the Arts / Pageant of the Masters
Laguna Beach, CA

What: 2008 marked the 75th anniversary for the Festival of the Arts,California's premiere arts festival. The biggest draw over the summer-long festival is the Pageant of the Masters, a nightly 90-minute performance featuring actors posing to recreate 20 original artistic masterpieces, accompanied by an orchestra.

Where: 650 Laguna Canyon Road, LagunaBeach, CA 92651

When: Check their website for times.

Online: http://foapom.com/

Expert Tip: If you buy tickets for Pageant of the Masters, you have unlimitedfree admission to the festival.

Northern California
Festival del Sole
Napa Valley, CA

What: A ten-day culture-fest packedwith world-class international musicians, celebrity chefs, fine wines and cheeses.

Where: California's Beautiful Napa Valley. Concerts are held at the Lincoln Theater, Castello di Amorosa and Robert Mondavi Winery.

When: Usually around July 12-20. Check website (below) for details.

Online: http://www.festivaldelsole.com/napavalley/main.html

Expert Tip: Although most performances require expensive tickets, the Festival is holding a free outdoor concert on July 4th.

East Coast
Maine Lobster Festival
Rockland,ME

What: If you love lobster, you won't want to miss this festivaldedicated to celebrating Maine'sfavorite crustacean. There's alsoplenty of art exhibits and musical performances.
Where: Harbor Park, 275 Main St, Rockland, Maine 04841
When: Around July 30 - August 5, check the website (below) for details.
Online: http://www.mainelobsterfestival.com/