Elks Lodge is a association or organization in Saco, ME. Phone: (207) 283-1597. Average rating is 4.5 stars from 48 reviews. Website: https://www.elks.org/lodges/home.cfm?LodgeNumber=1597.
Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks emblemBiddeford Saco, ME Elks Lodge #1597
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4.5 48 reviews

Brotherhood, Service, and Community Since 1897

Saco's Elks Lodge #1597 brings neighbors together through charity, camaraderie, and outstanding banquet events on Ocean Park Road.

Charity

Giving without expectation

Justice

Fairness for every person

Brotherly Love

Fellowship above all

Fidelity

Faithful to our word

About Us

A lively bar scene inside the Elks Lodge.
A lively bar scene inside the Elks Lodge.

The Elks Lodge #1597 on Ocean Park Rd has been a cornerstone of Saco life for generations. Walk through the doors and you'll find a spacious, contemporary banquet hall that regularly hosts everything from dart tournaments to Veterans Day benefits, a back bar lined with TVs for game-day crowds, and restrooms that members consistently call some of the best-kept in the area. This isn't a dusty fraternal hall frozen in another era. It's a working, living community hub rated 4.5 stars by the people who actually show up.

The Lodge runs on the kind of grassroots energy that's hard to manufacture. Members roll up their sleeves and cook scratch spaghetti sauce in hundred-person batches for local benefit dinners. They open their parking lot to truckers and neighbors without a second thought. They plan, they volunteer, and they show up, especially for veterans and families in need right here in southern Maine.

What We Offer

The banquet hall seats large groups and comes fully equipped for receptions, fundraisers, tournaments, and private celebrations. The setup crew has handled dart leagues, benefit dinners, and holiday parties, so they know how to configure the room for whatever you need. Catering reviews call the food and service outstanding, and that reputation is earned batch by batch.

Beyond events, members enjoy access to the back bar, multiple big-screen TVs, and a full calendar of Lodge-sponsored programs. Elks National Foundation initiatives bring scholarship dollars and community grants to the Saco area every year. Membership opens the door to a national network of over 2,000 lodges while keeping your roots firmly planted in the Saco-Biddeford community.

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“The right next to a food bank has a semi truck driver that are nice enough to let me use their parking lot without complaint for several hours.”

— Jimmy Lee Robertson

What Our Guests Say

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3 years ago
"Great Club very attractive facilities large banquet hall and facilities back bar and rest rooms very contemporary. Banquet hall food and service outstanding, set up for dart tournament.Bar Has many TVS and plenty of seats. Sunday football the best Chicken Wings and mini Hot Dogs. Also outdoor Pavilion and fire pit. Join or attend"
— PHILIP FINKLE
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6 months ago
"The right next to a food bank has a semi truck driver that are nice enough to let me use their parking lot without complaint for several hours."
— Jimmy Lee Robertson
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2 years ago
"Doing a benefit on Saturday made the spaghetti sauce Thurs off the hook for 100 did enough for 150 for a guy Tim Strickland hope it all works out was my pleasure happy veterans day and yes I am "all the way" place is clean kitchen is and the bar manager very nice as bartender great atmosphere..nobody get a five from me!!"
— Randy Smith
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10 months ago
"I play music at a graduation event here every year, and the space works well for this event."
— N. James Studio B (N. James Studio)
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3 years ago
"Hi. I was the school bus that parked up in your lot yesterday. It was a safe haven for me while the kids i brought to the beach had fun. 😊 thanks."
— Dover-Foxcroft Taxi

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I become a member of Elks Lodge #1597 in Saco?

You can start the process by visiting the Lodge at 68 Ocean Park Rd or going to elks.org and searching for Lodge #1597. Membership is open to U.S. citizens who believe in God and are at least 21 years old. A current member typically sponsors new applicants, so stopping by during an open event is a great first step.

Can I rent the banquet hall for a private event?

Yes. The banquet hall at Lodge #1597 is available for private receptions, fundraisers, tournaments, and other gatherings. Reviewers specifically highlight the food, service, and contemporary setup. Contact the Lodge directly through elks.org/lodges/home.cfm?LodgeNumber=1597 to ask about availability and pricing.

Does the Lodge host events for veterans?

Absolutely. Veterans Day and year-round veteran support are central to what the Elks do nationally and locally. Lodge #1597 members have organized and cooked full benefit dinners specifically for veterans and their families, and the Lodge maintains strong ties to the veteran community in the Saco area.

What is the back bar like, and is it open to the public?

The back bar features multiple TVs and a comfortable, contemporary atmosphere. Access for non-members may be limited depending on Lodge rules and scheduled events. Members and their guests generally have full access. Check with the Lodge directly for current hours and guest policies.

Does the Lodge support local charities and scholarships?

Yes. Through the Elks National Foundation, Lodge #1597 participates in scholarship programs, community grants, and local charity drives. Members also organize grassroots benefits, including fundraiser dinners, that directly support individuals and families in the Saco-Biddeford area.

Where exactly is Elks Lodge #1597 located?

The Lodge is at 68 Ocean Park Rd, Saco, ME 04072, close to the Old Orchard Beach area of southern Maine. There is parking on site, and the location is accessible from major routes serving the Saco-Biddeford corridor.

What kinds of recurring activities happen at the Lodge?

Regular activities include dart tournaments in the banquet hall, benefit dinners, holiday celebrations, and Lodge-sponsored social events. The bar area with multiple TVs also draws members for sports nights. The calendar varies by season, so checking the Lodge's page on elks.org keeps you current.

The Order · Since 1868

Community. Friendship. Charity.

Every Elks lodge belongs to one of America's oldest and largest fraternal orders. Through the Elks National Foundation, the Order has given more than $481 million to college scholarships, veterans, and neighbors in need.

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Long before it was a national observance, the Order set aside June 14th to honor the flag. Patriotism has always been one of our cardinal principles, and every lodge meeting still closes the same way it has for over a century.

“To our absent members.” — the Eleven O’Clock Toast

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