Free Summer Fun in Greater Portland

We still have a few good weeks of summer left in Maine, and I plan to take full advantage of it and pack in as much fun as possible with the boys.  But, we've had a lot going lately to say the least and with school and sports starting the change of seasons means even more expenses and I've started to feel the pressure on our budget, so I've been looking for cheap fun in the area.  Here's our list of the free/cheap fun and places to explore in the Greater Portland area for the rest of summer:

• Willard Beach in South Portland (great beach and playground)
• Storywalk at Pineland in New Gloucester (Mondays until Labor Day)
• Farm to Table Kids (10:30am Tuesdays in Freeport and other locations)
• Kettle Cove in Cape Elizabeth (great tidal pools to explore at low tide)
• Sandy Point Beach on Cousins Island in Yarmouth (best at low tide)
• Mackworth Island in Falmouth (take a walk, explore, hang out at the little beach)
• Fishing at the dock- Town Landing in Falmouth, Royal River Boat Yard in Yarmouth (free once you have the gear)
• Madeline Point in Yarmouth (swim at the rocky beach, and watch the boats)
• Kite Flying at Bug Light in South Portland (free once you have a kite)
• Fort Williams in Cape Elizabeth (great for kite flying, swinging, & exploring)
• Payson Park Playground and Splash Pad in Portland
• Deering Oaks Park Playground and Splash Pad in Portland
• Bickford Collection- Truck Park in Yarmouth (open 1-4pm)
• LL Bean Summer Events and Concerts in Freeport (a few left!)
• Bradybury Mountain in Pownal (NOT free, but adult are $3 and kids under 5 are free & only $1 for kids 5-11)
• Smitty's Cimena Summer Movie Series ($2 for everyone over 3- this is the last week, but they offer free mom and me movies once a month throughout the year)

 What are your favorite budget friendly summer spots and activities in the area?

Thanks as always for stopping by!

Rebecca