Guilford Athletic Fields
5K & Kids Fun Run, Parade, Car Show, Free Throw Contest, Pie Eating Contest, Food, Beer Garden, Vendors, Fireworks, Music, Games & More.

Schedule:

Start the Day with a 5k:
7:30 a.m: Community Fitness 5k and Kids Fun Run
7:00 a.m: Registration Starts at the Gaw athletic Field. Entry fee applies. Preregister HERE

River Festival Breakfast:
7:30 a.m - 9:00 a.m: Dine in or Grab & Go! Located at the Guilford United Methodist Church By Donation.

Take in a Parade:
The River Festival Parade rolls through town! Leaving the boat launch on the north end of Route 15 at 10 AM, the parade will travel through town and past the festival grounds.

Visit the Guilford Historical Society Museum:
11:00 a.m - 4:00 p.m: Located at 10 N Main St, Check out the new Schoolroom and other displays. They will also have baked goods, water and memorabilia for sale.

Here’s what’s happening on the Festival Grounds!
10:00 a.m: 4:00 p.m: Enjoy an outdoor shopping day at the Vendor Fair with over 60 vendors! Grab a bite to eat at the Food Court.

Maine Highlands FCU Entertainment Stage Schedule:
10:00 a.m - 2:00 p.m: Local favorite DJ Bobby Hartford will keep us informed while he plays music and emcee’s the days events.  Join in on some fun games in front of the stage.
2:00 p.m - 3:30 p.m: Live Music by the Fossils. The Fossils take to the stage and play a cool 70’s vibe.

Youth Learn to Cheer + Tumble with Penquis Elite:
Hosted by Penquis Elite Cheer + Tumble, learn about their programming and learn to tumble!

Two Knights Brewing Co. Beer Garden:
Hosted by Two Knights Brewing Company, also featuring the unique brews of East Outlet Brewing and Turning Page Farm Brewery

Central Maine Racing Foundation Car Show:
10:00 a.m - 2:00 p.m: Stroll through and talk all things cars! Trophy to be awarded for Best in Show! Raffle tickets will also be available for sale for a complete Car Detailing Bundle! $5.00/each or 5 for $25.00 Raffle proceeds benefit the PCSS outdoor education program.

Free Throw Contest Schedule:
$10 fee. All donations to benefit the Recovery Wellness Initiative.
Age groups: Under 18 Boys, Under 18 Girls, 18 + Men, 18 + Women
Prizes: 1st Place in each division receives a $50 to Eli’s Market and a Champion T-Shirt.
10:00 a.m -  Registration opens at the Recovery Wellness Initiative booth across from the Tumble Tent. $10 entry fee.
11:30 p.m: Free throw contest begins on the basketball court!

Eli’s Youth Pie-Eating Contest Schedule:
(at the Maine Highlands FCU Entertainment stage)
Age groups: 5-7, 8-10, 11-13, 14-17
Prizes: 1st Place = $20.00, 2nd Place = $15.00, 3rd Place = $10.00
12:15 p.m: Registration opens for the Youth Pie-Eating contest at the Maine Highlands FCU booth in front of the stage.
1:30 p.m: Youth Pie –Eating contest begins.

Date: July 27, 2024

Location: Various Venues in Guilford, ME 04443

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