A one-day expo of seaweed food and fun on the Portland Waterfront
Come by the Gulf of Maine Research Institute between 11 AM–4 PM for our free, all-ages celebration of seaweed, featuring 45+ vendors, free samples, seaweed art, and hands-on activities running all day. Seaweed Saturday is hosted in partnership with the Maine Seaweed Council.
Event Schedule
Free · All ages · Panel pre-registration recommended
11:00AM – 4:00PM
Happening All Day
Marketplace and Exhibits Open · Food · Silent Auction · Touch Tanks and Hands-on Activities in the Event Tent
11:30AM – 12:30PM
Panel on Kelp Restoration
Cohen Center | Hear from scientists and global partners working to understand and restore Maine’s kelp forests.
12:00PM – 1:00PM
Seaweed Cyanotype Demo
Demo Tent | Learn the process of creating classic, sun-printed artwork in this hands-on demo, highlighting seaweeds natural beauty and form, with Teach Peace Prints.
1:00PM – 2:00PM
Seaweed Innovation & The Blue Economy
Cohen Center | Join this panel to learn how Maine innovators are turning seaweed into new products—from materials to cosmetics.
2:00PM – 3:00PM
Seaweed ID 101
Demo Tent | Learn to identify common Maine seaweeds and get a closer look at species found along the coast with Maine Sea Grant.
2:30PM – 3:30PM
Seaweed Health and Nutrition Panel
Cohen Center | Nutritionists and experts answer your questions about seaweeds' health benefits and use in the kitchen.
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2026 Community Panels
Join Maine's seaweed experts in GMRI's Cohen Center to explore seaweed innovation, science, and the future of our working waterfronts. Each 50-minute panel will feature expert insights, audience Q&A, and a speakers corner to connect with panelists afterward. Space will be limited, so we recommend registering in advance.


