Schedule - Main Street Skowhegan: Log Days

Thursday, July 9th

Artists Paint Skowhegan

Day-of registration will begin at 9:30am at River Roads Artisans Gallery. For more information or to preregister, please contact Cary Wendell at [email protected] or call (603) 793-0651.
10:00am – 4:00pm

Guided Mountain Bike Ride & Trail Run

Coburn Woods, Skowhegan
4:30pm – 6:30pm
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Glowstick Paddle

Cleaver Boat Launch, Skowhegan
7:00pm-9:00pm
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Friday, July 10th

“Log Jamboree” Frenzy

Great Eddy Beach Treasure Hunt
Part scavenger hunt, part paddle, all treasure — families take to the water at Great Eddy Beach to track down floating “logs,” hidden tokens, and river loot across the waters and sands of the eddy.
4:00pm – 6:00pm
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Bites & Sites

A culinary tour of Skowhegan
Sponsored by Franklin Savings Bank
Featuring local restaurants and businesses through a historical lens.
4:00pm-7:00pm
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Moonlight Madness

The annual street festival returns
Bed races, climbing wall, food vendors, chainsaw carving, and more!
Live music from Six Wayz to Sunday and Northern Xposure
6:00pm

Slugger Appearance

Meet the Portland Sea Dogs Mascot
Kids under 14 receive free cone/free mini golf cards for Gifford’s Ice Cream Skowhegan location (while supplies last)
5:00pm – 6:00pm | Water Street

Dance Performance

Not-to-be-missed!
The students from MIKA’s Awesome Dance Academy take to the street for a must-see dance recital.
7:00pm | Water Street

Lumber Jack and Jill

A runway competition to show off your best flannel!
Winners will receive a cash prize!
In preparation, shop Thrifty Chic and receive 10% off from Wed. July 8th to Fri. July 10th
7:30pm – 8:00pm | Water Street

Bed Races

The beloved local tradition returns!
Ready, set, race! Gather in teams of four and push a bed through a course—Costumes, team spirit, and creativity are encouraged!
Cash prize!
Click to Register
8:00pm | Water Street

Saturday, July 11th

Skowhegan Log Days Parade

A timber-inspired procession makes its way through town.
Parade Registration
9:30am

Lumberjack Event

A full day of timber sport events; axe-throwing, springboard, and more!
Lead by Dark Horse Lumberjack Shows.
Sponsored by Franklin Savings Bank
23 Commercial St., Skowhegan
10:00am – 3:00pm

Beer Garden

Enjoy the Log Days Beer Garden, sponsored by Old Mill Pub and Central Maine Septic. Beer garden purchases are cash only, so please plan accordingly.
23 Commercial St., Skowhegan
10:00am – 3:00pm

Somerset Sports and Fitness DEKA Event

An inclusive fitness competition that highlights 10 disciplines of functional fitness. It’s a fun and fabulous community gathering for all ages.
6 Commerce Dr., Skowhegan
8:00am – 2:00pm
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Skowhegan Log Days River Race

Race the Kennebec from Weston Dam down to the Cleaver Boat Launch — fastest paddler takes home a $100 gift card to the local business of their choice.
10:00am (Check-In) – 3:00pm (awards presentation)
Cost: $15 per racer
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All participants will be entered to win a brand new Old Town canoe!

Mini River Drivers

Family fun zone with photo booth, games, carriage rides, touch-a-truck, and more!

Live Music: Elm City Strugglers

Based in Waterville, Maine, Elm City Strugglers bring old-time dance music to life with a lively mix of rags, blues, breakdowns, waltzes, and sentimental tunes. Featuring fiddle, guitar, and bass, the trio delivers a sound that is both energetic and charmingly old-fashioned.
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12:00pm – 3:00pm

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