The Skowhegan River Fest is a multi-day event that celebrates recreation and life on the Kennebec River. The event highlights the Kennebec River Gorge as a recreational destination, currently under development by the Run of River Project. It is sponsored in part by by Main Street Skowhegan and the Skowhegan Area Chamber of Commerce, and the Skowhegan Run of River committee.

One of the highlights is Thursday's Bed Races, sponsored by the Skowhegan Parks and Recreation Department. Teams of 5 compete head-to-head by pushing beds on caster wheels down Water Street. Moonlight Madness Thursday includes kids' activities, live bands, tons of vendors, and more. Also Thursday is the 14th Annual Sundowner Canoe and Kayak Race.

Highlights Friday include the Wesserunsett Stream Paddle, the Skowhegan Rotary Club 31st Annual Lobster Bake, theDrivers and Duffers Golf Classic, and the Glow Stick River Run. Activities continue through the weekend, including the band Rustic Overtones and fireworks Saturday night.

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