Join us for the 46th Annual Madawaska Acadian Festival

The Acadian people have a rich history that spans two continents. Today, Maine is one of the areas that they call home. For 45 years, Madawaska Acadian Festival has celebrated everything Acadian in Madawaska, ME. We bring a week of amazing events to the Madawaska community that highlights the local culture and bring rich history to the general populace. We do not charge an entrance fee for our festival, and the only ticketed event is our concert.

Schedule Of Events:

Thursday, August 8,2024

Restaurant Poutine Contest - Local Restaurants Will Compete For Bragging Rights For The Best Poutine! Local Restaurants Can Contact Kendra At (603) 361-2169.

1pm - Charlemagne Tournament
Senior Citizen Center 291 Newberry Drive $5.00 entry per person.
Contact: Pauline Marquis (207 728-4737)

6pm - 8pm - Soiree Du Bon Vieux Temps Bi-Centennial Park.
Music by: Don and Linda LeBlanc

Friday, August 9,2024

9AM - 4PM - Basket Raffle
Senior Citizen Center, 291 Newberry Drive
10AM - 8PM - Quilting Show - Daigle's Furniture Store, 350 Main St. Sponsored By The Acadian Quilters And Daigle's Furniture.
10AM - 7PM - Art Expo - St. John Valley Chamber Of Commerce, 356 Main St. Les Artistes De La Vallee St. Jean Contact: Gerald Fongemie (207-728-9107 Or 207-728-5680)
10AM - 6PM - Artisan Painted Chair Silent Auction
Location: Raven's Relics (296 Main St). Madawaska Beautification Committee Fundraiser.
10AM - 4PM - Craft Fair - Multi-Purpose Building, 7TH Avenue. Applications Available Online Or Contact St. John Valley Chamber Of Commerce Office.
Contact: Bern Thibeault (207-543-2151)
10AM - Watermelon Eating Contest 58 Main St. Free For Children And Adults. Watermelon And Prizes Donated By Hannaford.
11AM - 2PM - Free Ployes! Visit Norstate Federal Credit Union, 78 Fox St.
11AM - 2PM - Senior Picnic Multi-Purpose Building, 7TH Avenue.
Music BY: Don And Linda Leblanc. Price $5 Per Person.
Menu: Hot Dogs And Beans. Sponsored By: American Legion Post #147 And Little Debbie's (Chase), And The Acadian Festival.

Party Du Main Street
Main Street Closes At 4:30 Pm

4pm - 7pm - Cathie Pelletier Book Signing - Novelist Born And Raised In Allagash, Me. Copies Of All Of Cathie's Books Will Be On Hand For Purchase And Autographed.
Location: St. John Valley Chamber Of Commerce.
6pm - Cornhole Tournament - 20 Teams Of 2 Needed.
$20 Per Team. Winner Gets Bragging Rights, Cash Prizes And Added To Tournament Trophy.
To register, contact Madawaska Rec Dept. 207-728-3604.
6PM - Mr. Drew And His Animals, Too! Mr. Drew And His Animals Too Is A Truly Unique Educational Show. Using Animals He Has Rescued And Rehabilitated, Mr. Drew Brings Hands-On Experience With Snakes, Lizards, Turtles And More!
6PM - The Art Of J - Lewiston Caricature Artist J Anthony Fiori.
6PM - 8PM - St. John Valley Muskies - Stop By To Support Our Local Youth Hockey Program And Try Their Puck Shot Competition!
Location: Senior Center Parking Lot.
6PM - 9PM - Mobile Veterans Center The Mobile Vet Center Offers Confidential Help To Veterans, Service Members And Their families at no cost. They will be on Main Street (near the Legion) with information on services.
6pm - 9pm - Face Painting By Sophie Ouellette
6pm - 10pm - Food Vendors On Site
6pm - 8pm - Music By Jann ~ 11th Avenue Pocket Park
6pm - 8pm - Paint With Mim ~ Acadian Themed Painting. $40 Per Person, Supplies Included. 35 People Max. Pre-Registration Is Required. Call Mim At 207-316-3332. Location: Downstairs At The American Legion.
6pm - 8pm - Display Of Madawaska Memories: With Over 60 - 8 X 10 Photos By Liz Morneault; 11th Avenue, At The Chamber Office
6pm - Fire Truck Sprinkler - Madawaska Fire Dept. For Kids Of All Ages! Bring Your Swimsuit. Near Daigle's Sports Center
6pm - Rock N Roll Racing Super Speedway Track Event $3 For A 15-Lap Race.
6:30 - 9:30pm - Phil Smith Magic - Phil Smith, master magician performs strolling/roaming magic for all ages.
6:30pm - Poutine Eating Contest
Hosted By Big Rick's Burger And Wings.
7pm - 11pm - Teen Dance With A Perfect Mix Dj Services  - All Teens
Are Invited To Join Us For An Evening Of Your Favorite Songs Along With Today's Hits and Remixes.
7pm - 10pm - Star City Syndicate A Group Of Maine Based Musicians With Diverse Backgrounds Playing Motown, Classic Pop And Contemporary Music. Farmers Market Pavilion
Location: Pocket Park Near Daigle's Furniture Store
8pm - 11pm - Dj Alex Lavoie American Legion, Main Street
9pm - 1am - Big Rick's Burgers And Wings - Beer Garden
Music By: Adam Ouellette Band

Saturday, August 10,2024

7am - Ploye Pedaler Gravel Ride: 7am (Registration) 8am (Start Time). Hosted By: Four Seasons Trail Association. 32 Mile Bike Ride. Start And Finish Location: Four Seasons Trail Association Lodge. 425 Spring Street. Pre-Registration Fee: $30 ($40 Day Of Race). Post Ride Snacks Including Ployes! Visit Www.Fourseasonstrail.Org For Updated Race Info.
9am - 4pm - Basket Raffle Senior Citizen Center, 291 Newberry Drive
8:30am - 2pm - Quilting Show - Daigle's Furniture Store, 350 Main St. Sponsored By The Acadian Quilters And Daigle's Furniture.
10am - Antique Tractor Pulls - Hosted By Northern Maine
Antique Tractor Club Location: Morin Avenue (Near Old Morin Cabinets). Food Vendor On Site.
10am - Pickleball Tournament ~ Location: Madawaska Tennis Courts (French Street). $20 Per Team. Cash Prize For Winner. To Register, Contact Madawaska Rec Dept. 207-728-3604.
10am - 4pm - Artisan Painted Chair Silent Auction
Location: Raven's Relics (296 Main St). Madawaska Beautification Committee Fundraiser.
10am - 10pm - Food Vendors On Site (Multi-Purpose)
10am - 4pm - Craft Fair - Multi-Purpose Building, 7th Avenue.
Applications Available Online Or Contact St. John Valley Chamber Of Commerce Office.
Contact: Bern Thibeault (207-543-2151)
10am - 4pm - Art Expo St. John Valley Chamber Of Commerce, 356 Main Street. "Les Artistes De La Vallee St. Jean.
Contact: Gerald Fongemie (207-728-9107 Or 207-728-5680)
12pm - 3pm - 5th Annual Car Show Bob's Neighborhood Store, 554 Main Street. Proceeds Will Benefit The Valley Mustangs Football Team.

Family Fun Day
Multi-Purpose Center On 7th Avenue

10am - 4pm - Giant Inflatable Fun Park Bouncy Houses By County Inflatables Play All Day For $4, Ages 1-5 Years Old.
10am - Mr. Drew And His Animals, Too! Mr. Drew And His Animals Too Is A Truly Unique Educational Show. Using Animals He Has Rescued And Rehabilitated, Mr. Drew Brings Hands-On Experience With Snakes, Lizards, Turtles And More!
10am - The Art Of J - Lewiston Caricature Artist J Anthony Fiori.
10am - 3pm - Mobile Veterans Center The Mobile Vet Center Offers Confidential Help To Veterans, Service Members And Their Families At No Cost. They Will Be On Main Street (Near The Legion) With Information On Services.
10am - 4pm - Fire Fighter Obstacle Course By Madawaska Firemen And Emts.
10 - 11:30pm - Phil Smith Magic - Phil Smith, Master Magician Performs Strolling/Roaming Magic For All Ages.
10am - 4pm - Atv Track Course - Free Course Ride For Kids, Must Be 10+ Sponsored By Madawaska Atventure Club.
10am - 4pm - Rock N Roll Racing
Super Speedway Track Event $3 For A 15-Lap Race.
10am - 2pm - Acadian Pond Hockey Classic
Puck Shoot Competition - 'A Buck ($1) A Puck'. Funds Raised Will Benefit Local Minor Hockey Programs.
10:30 - 11:30 12:30 - 1:30pm - Paint With Mim - Kids Only. Acadian Themed Painting. $10 Per Person, Supplies Included. Register Ahead Of Time To Save Your Spot! Contact Mim At 207-316-3332.
11am - 3pm - Face Painting By Melanie Boucher And Sophie Ouellette.
12 - 12:45pm - Phil Smith Magic - Phil Smith, Master Magician Performs Magic Show
1pm - Acadian Baby Olmypics! Moms, Dads And Kiddos 6-18 Months Are Invited To Attempt Our 1st Annual Acadian Baby Olympics! With Crawling & Walking Competitions And Mommy/Baby And Daddy/Baby Events, It'll Be Fun For The Entire Family! Pre-Registration Is Recommended. To Register Call The St. John Valley Chamber (207-728-7000).
1pm - Human Billiards 2 Person Teams, $20 Per Team. Cash Prizes. To Register, Contact Madawaska Rec. Dept 207-728-3604
2:30pm - Potato Picking Competition Showcase Your Potato
Picking Talents! Potatoes Donated By: Long Lake Farms Llc. Competition For Adults (18+).
12pm - 2pm - Music By The Beat Buddies - Rock And Country
2:30 - 4:30pm - Music By Maria And The Boys

Cultural And Demonstration Event
Multi-Purpose Building On 7th Avenue Treasures Of The Valley

10am - 3pm - Madawaska Memories Over 60 Photos By Liz Morneault
10am - 3pm - Weaving And Rug Demonstrations Valley Crafters Of Fort Kent
10am - 3pm - Spinning Demonstration - Brenda Cyr
10am - 3pm - Ploye Making - Ladies Auxiliary
10am - 3pm - Madawaska And Grand Isle Historical Societies
10am - 3pm - Wood Carving And Wood Burning - Tom Cote
10:30 - 11am - Making Snowshoes - Brian Theriault
11am - 3pm - Snowshoe And Basket Weaving Demonstrations Brian Theriault
11am - 12pm - Spoons Demonstration Roger Damboise
12 - 1pm - 'Pot En Pot' Authentic Acadian Meal Demonstration By Fran Gendreau.
1pm - 1:30pm - Rope Making Demonstration By Sage Gendreau-Distler.

Saturday Night Entertainment
Multi-Purpose Center On 7th Avenue

5pm - 10pm - Beer Garden - By Big Ricks Burgers And Wings.
5pm - 7pm - Beatle Time - By Dave Lizotte
7pm - 10pm - Music - By: Mallett Brothers Band
9pm - Fireworks

Sunday, August 11,2024

9am - 1pm - Basket Raffle Senior Citizen Center, 291 Newberry Drive
10:30am - Firemen's Chicken Bbq Sponsored By: Madawaska Fire Dept. Tickets $12.00 Location: Madawaska Fire Station. Tickets Can Be Purchased From Madawaska Firemen.
1pm - 46th Annual Acadian Festival Parade - Main Street.
3pm - 5pm - Jerry T. Location: Multi-Purpose Building
3pm - Acadian Puzzle Making Contest - Join Us For A Fun Acadian Themed Puzzle Making Contest! 3 Person Teams, 10 Teams Max. Pre-Registration Encouraged. Entry Fee: $20 Per Team. Contact: Ruby Theriault (207-316-6811)
Location: Multi-Purpose Building
3pm - Human Foosball 6 Person Teams. Entry Fee: $90. Pre-Registration Is Required. Contact: St. John Valley Chamber (207-728-7000) To Pre-Register.
Location: Multi-Purpose Bldg.

Thursday, August 15th

Acadian Day - Bi-Centennial Park, 11th Avenue

1pm - Acadian Mass At Mizpah Doucette Road In Grand Isle.
4pm - 7pm - Food Vendors On Site Bi-Centennial Park
4pm - 6pm - Music By: The Acadian Singers
6pm - Tintamaree Parade Bring Your Noisemakers, Pots, Pans and Grosse Tetes. Come Join Us For This Acadian Tradition! Fmi Contact The St. John Valley Chamber Of Commerce (207-728-7000)
6:30pm - 8pm - Music By: The Sunshine Boys

Date: August 8-11 and 15,2024

Location: Various Locations in Madawaska, ME

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