Foodies, historians and families may have a busy weekend in Brunswick at several planned events.

Around 15 vendors are slated to participate in this year’s annual Taste of Brunswick, which will take place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at the Mall, rain or shine.

New participants include Wicked Joe Coffee, Little Red Cup Tea Co., Len’s Fish n’ Chips and Orange Leaf, according to Patti Spencer-Yost, marketing and communications coordinator for the Brunswick Downtown Association.

Spencer-Yost said the event allows locals to expand their palates by sampling a variety of cuisine in one place.

“We have such a variety of restaurants in Brunswick,” said Spencer-Yost. “We’re getting to be known as a foodie town.”

Sea Dog Brewing Co. is providing a separate beer and wine tent.

No pets or coolers are allowed.

The Mink Hills Band will perform at the gazebo at noon, followed by a performance by the Colwell Brothers Band from 2 to 4 p.m.

Pejepscot Historical Society is offering free admission to its museums to those with a Taste of Brunswick wristband.

In recognition of the Civil War’s 150th anniversary, folks from Maine State Music Theatre will be on hand in period costume at the Mall, said Spencer-Yost. MSMT will be hosting Saturday’s Chamberlain Ball starting at 6:30 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Hall at 2 Columbus Drive. Civil War costume is encouraged but not required. Cast members from the upcoming musical “Chamberlain: A Civil War Romance” will be on hand.

Purchase advance tickets for Taste of Brunswick and find more information at brunswickdowntown.org.

Also taking place this weekend, All Saints Parish kicks off the St. John’s Bazaar this evening. In addition to rides, the Parade of Wheels will take place as a free family activity from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Saturday. Children are encouraged to decorate bicycles, tricycles, skateboards and other, non-motorized wheeled vehicles.

The bazaar will take place from 5 to 10 p.m. this evening, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday.

jswinconeck@timesrecord.com