About Bar Harbor Chamber of Commerce
Welcome to the Bar Harbor Chamber of Commerce
​Whether you’re planning your dream coastal getaway, launching a business on Mount Desert Island, or seeking local community resources, the Bar Harbor Chamber of Commerce is your official guide to everything Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park.
Founded in 1899 and incorporated in 1969, the Bar Harbor Chamber of Commerce is a voluntary non-profit organization composed of independent businesses devoted to the creation and maintenance of a vital and healthy economic environment for Bar Harbor and its residents.
Our mission: Advance our members' interests and prosperity while facilitating relationships that build strong communities and promote responsible tourism.
How We Help You
For Businesses
- Networking & Events
- Marketing & Promotion
- Business Resources
For Community
- Local Event Hosting
- Year-Round Advocacy
- Economic Growth
For Visitors
- Travel Guides & Maps
- Seasonal Recommendations
- Lodging, Dining, Shopping, & Activities Info
1. Planning Your Trip
​Stop by our Visitor Centers to chat with friendly local experts, pick up customized trail maps, grab your official Bar Harbor & Mount Desert Island Planning Guide, or get real-time recommendations on:
- ​Acadia National Park entry points, passes, and shuttle schedules (Island Explorer).
- ​Coastal Dining: From iconic seaside lobster pounds to fine downtown dining.​
- Accommodations: Finding available hotel rooms, historic bed & breakfasts, or waterfront cabins.
- ​Tours & Activities: Whale watching, sea kayaking, boat charters, and shopping along Main Street.
​2. Supporting Local Businesses
​Representing hundreds of small business owners, artisans, innkeepers, and restaurateurs, the Chamber serves as the unified voice for Mount Desert Island's business community. We provide continuous promotion, advocacy, and networking opportunities to keep our year-round economy strong.
​3. Community Signature Events
​The Chamber takes pride in bringing residents and visitors together through signature annual events. To name a few:
- ​4th of July Celebration: Ranked among the nation's best small-town Independence Day parades and fireworks displays.
- ​Bar Harbor Early Bird Pajama Sale & Bed Races: A beloved fall tradition celebrating local shopping and fun.
- ​Village Holidays & Midnight Sale: Bringing small-town festive cheer, caroling, and shopping discounts every winter.