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
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Oom-Pah Band for Oktoberfest at the Biergarten
October 10 • 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
7 Island Ave., Skowhegan
Join the Huddled Masses Orchestra at the Biergarten for lively oom-pah music, seasonal craft beers, and festive food. This 12-piece band brings trumpets, trombones, clarinets, and a tuba together for a spirited celebration inspired by the musical traditions of the Old Country.
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Cribbage Night
Wednesday, October 14 • 4:00pm - 6:00pm
151 Water St., Skowhegan
Grab a drink and pull up a chair for a casual cribbage night at Unwined. No tournament, no buy-in, and no need to bring a partner. Come with friends or come solo. When you arrive, put your name on the play sheet at the bar. We'll use it to match up players for a game.
A little rusty? No problem. Cheat sheets will be available with the rules.
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Silent Auction for Lake Winnecook
Sunday, October 18 • 1:00pm
473 Bigelow Hill Rd., Skowhegan
Join a silent auction in memory of Jim Wescott at Bigelow Brewing Company, featuring live music by Carrie Hughes.
Featured auction items include:
• Jim’s Old Town Bigwater PDL-132 fishing kayak
• A weekend stay at a beautiful lake camp in June 2027
• A Cabela’s/Bass Pro Shops gift certificate
• Additional auction items and surprises
All proceeds will benefit Friends of Lake Winnecook’s campaign to raise funds for an alum treatment to help protect and restore Lake Winnecook, also known as Unity Pond.
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3rd Annual Skowhegan Ghost Tour
Fri & Sat., October 30 & 31, Tours start at 6pm, 7pm, & 8pm • 225 Water St.
Dare to take a stroll through Water Street’s haunted history? This October, the Skowhegan Ghost Tour returns for its third year, bringing local ghost stories to life through spine-tingling performances.
No tickets required. No tricks. Just treats for the brave!
Upcoming Events
Better Maine Conference
November 6, 2026
The Better Maine Conference: Strengthening Maine’s Talent Pipeline: Join Dirigo Labs for its fourth annual Better Maine Conference, presented in partnership with Main Street Skowhegan and Live + Work in Maine.
Learn More

Skowhegan Outdoors Turkey Trot
November 26, 2026
Ready to earn that extra slice of pie? Join Skowhegan Outdoors on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 26, for the inaugural Turkey Trot 5K!
More Details Coming Soon
Shop Small Week & Passport to Savings
November 28-December 5
Shop Small Week kicks off with Small Business Saturday! Main Street Skowhegan’s annual Passport to Savings program returns with special offers from participating area businesses. Stay tuned for participating businesses, offers, and more details in the coming weeks.
Learn More
Other Activities
Restaurants
Movies/Theaters
Movies
Maine Film Center (Waterville, ME)
Spotlight Cinemas at The Strand
Theaters
Lakewood Theater (Madison, ME)
Skowhegan Opera House
Waterville Opera House (Waterville, ME)
Museums & Galleries
Galleries
River Roads Artisans Gallery
Kevin James Art Studio
History
Skowhegan History House
L.C. Bates Museum (Hinckley, ME)
Libraries
Shops & Specialty Goods
Antiques
Appliances/Furniture
Key Appliance
Northern Mattress & Furniture
Books
Bookish: A very Small Bookshop
Cat Yard Bookshop
Friends of the Library Shop
Clothing
Griffin's Clothing
Label Shopper
New Balance Factory Store
Computer Sales & Service
Flowers
Food & Provisions
Crooked Face Creamery (Cheese & Charcuterie)
Cayford Orchards (Seasonal)
Ginny's Natural Corner
High Tide Low Tide (Seafood)
Maine Grains Dry Goods Store
The Maine Meal (Prepared Meals)
Skowhegan Farmers Market | Seasonal (Saturdays)
Gifts & Home Decor
Hardware
Hammond Lumber Co.
Tractor Supply Co.
Thrift Stores/Second-Hand
Yarn Shop
Salons, Wellness & Body Art
Things to Do
Bike Park
Skowhegan River's Edge Bike Park
Bowling
Central Maine Family Fun Center
Camping
Skowhegan KOA Journey
Two Rivers Campground
Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park (Madison, ME)
Disc Golf
From the Blog
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Email: riley@mainstreetskowhegan.org








