Planning a birthday party? Family reunion? Community meeting? Looking for a pavilion, park, athletic field, or other City-owned space? The City of Ellsworth makes it easy to browse available facilities and submit reservation requests online. Our online reservation system lets you: View available City-owned facilities ….Read More
Imagine learning tennis from someone who competed on one of the world’s biggest stages. This summer, that’s exactly what’s happening in Ellsworth. Coach Terry Bennett, an Ellsworth native and former Association of Tennis Professionals World Tour player, is offering tennis clinics through the City of ….Read More
Take Five at Harbor Park! Sometimes it’s the little things that make a big difference. Over the past few weeks, our Parks, Recreation & Facilities team has completed repairs and maintenance at Ellsworth’s Harbor Park and Marina, helping ensure one of Ellsworth’s favorite waterfront gathering ….Read More
Do you enjoy being outdoors? Love trees? Looking for a fun way to volunteer this summer? The City of Ellsworth is looking for community volunteers to help with our Street Tree Inventory : an important project that will help us better understand, care for, and ….Read More
As we move into the Holiday weekend and celebrate Independence Day … and as our nation begins commemorating America’s 250th anniversary … we hope you’ll take a moment to enjoy everything that makes this community such a wonderful place to call home. Whether you’re spending ….Read More
ELLSWORTH, Maine (June 16, 2026) – Gather your friends and head downtown. City of Ellsworth Launches 2026 Downtown Summer Concert Series The City of Ellsworth is excited to announce the launch of our Downtown Summer Concert Series, bringing free live music to the Franklin Street ….Read More
If you’ve visited Harbor Park this winter or tuned in to the live stream on our YouTube channel ( https://www.youtube.com/@CityofEllsworthMaine ) you may have noticed bubbling near the pier and wondered what’s going on. It may look a little unusual but rest assured, the bubbles ….Read More
Release Date: March 9, 2026 Proposal Deadline: April 6, 2026 at 6:00 PM Introduction The City of Ellsworth is seeking proposals to provide food concession services at the Ellsworth Harbor Park. This City-owned area supports a variety of recreational activities, and the City intends for ….Read More
❄️🚜 Shout-Out to Our Parks & Recreation Crew! Huge thanks to our incredible Parks and Recreation team for going the extra mile and plowing the Branch Lake Boat Launch, making it easier for snowmobilers to get in, unload their sleds, and park trailers with ease ….Read More
Insights from the City’s Community Needs Assessment Survey We’re excited to share a thoughtful new Medium article outlining a long-term vision for Ellsworth’s Parks & Recreation Department and the role it plays in building a healthier, more connected community. Take a few minutes to read ….Read More