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Visit Skowhegan, Maine — Events, Restaurants, and Things to Do

June

Things to Do in Skowhegan

Skowhegan, Maine is a small city with an outsized personality — a place where the Kennebec River runs through a revitalized downtown, where world-class events like Skijor Skowhegan and the Skowhegan Craft Brew Festival draw visitors from across New England, and where locally owned restaurants, theaters, and cultural venues make every visit feel worth the trip.

Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway, a day trip from Portland or Augusta, or looking for things to do in Skowhegan this weekend, this page is your local guide. Browse featured events, read our staff picks and “perfect day” itineraries, and explore the restaurants, bars, museums, and shops that make Skowhegan one of Central Maine’s most compelling destinations.

Skowhegan is easy to reach, genuinely unique, and — if our visitors are any indication — hard to leave.

Our Recommendations

JUNE
10

Fly Fishing 101

Wednesday, June 10 • 4:00 PM–6:00 PM • Cleaver Boat Landing, 262 Canaan Road, Skowhegan, ME

Learn the basics of fly fishing in a beginner-friendly program that introduces core skills, gear, and on-the-water techniques. Whether you are brand new or looking for a refresher, this is a great way to get started and spend time outside.

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Skowhegan Outdoors
JUNE
13

Vintage Market

Saturday, June 13 • 10:00 AM-3:00 PM • Unwined Vintage Market

Calling all collectors and thrifting hobbyists alike:
Like a flea market, but curated with the best vintage finds straight from your grandma’s attic. Rain or shine, our vendors will be ready for you to spend the day shopping for your next best thrifted items!

If you’re a vendor interested in renting a space, please email samantha@unwinedskowhegan.com

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Unwined Skowhegan
JUNE
18

A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder

June 18-June 27 • Times Vary • Lakewood Theater, 76 Theater Road, Madison, ME

A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder is a murderous romp filled with unforgettable music, non-stop laughs and a scene-stealing role for one actor playing all eight of the doomed heirs who meet their ends in the most creative and side-splitting ways.

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Lakewood Theater
JUNE
28

Kennebec River Ramble

Sunday, June 28 • 10:00 AM–3:00 PM • Waterville Boat Launch, 20 Water Street, Waterville, ME

Hosted by Main Street Skowhegan and Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce, this year’s ramble will begin at the Waterville Boat Launch and end at the Sidney Boat Ramp. This community paddle is open to all ages and abilities. Gather your friends, bring your kayak, canoe, or raft, and enjoy a day out on the Kennebec River!

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Skowhegan Outdoors

Upcoming Events

Skowhegan Log Days

July 9-11, 2026

A celebration of Skowhegan’s enduring connection to the logging industry and the Kennebec River.
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Skowhegan Craft Brew Fest

September 5, 2026

Featuring beer, cider, spirits, local food, live music, and more!
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Dinner in the Park 2026

September 26, 2026

Join us under the twinkle lights in Coburn Park for Skowhegan’s most magical night of the summer!
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Save the Date

A Piece of American History is Coming to Skowhegan

The Maine Historical Society is bringing its Dunlap Broadside version of the Declaration of Independence — one of only 26 surviving copies printed in Philadelphia on July 4, 1776 — to Skowhegan as part of a statewide tour across all 16 Maine counties.

September 25–26, 2026: Margaret Chase Smith Library, Skowhegan, Maine | Somerset County

The two-day stop will include public and student visitation, community celebrations, readings, and special events. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for Somerset County residents to see this piece of living history without leaving home.

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From the Blog

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Email: riley@mainstreetskowhegan.org