Off-Campus Events

The UMFK Nurse Pinning Ceremony is open to the public.

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Join us for one of the most exciting winter events in northern Maine — the Can-Am Crown International Sled Dog Races! Watch as teams of world-class mushers and their sled dogs take on the wilderness in this dog mushing competition through the snow-covered forests of Aroostook County. From the starting line in Fort Kent to the final […]

Saturday,April 25 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday,April 26 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.Multi-PurposeCenter at 160 - 7th Avenue in Madawaska.Admission: Adults: age 18 and older: $5.00  Admission: Youth: age 12 through age 17: $3.00Admission: age 11 and under attend free.Thelargest business trade show north of Bangor. Formore information:  Visit St. John Valley […]

Hours: 9am to 6pm on Saturday            10am  to 4pm on Sunday     

Join us Wednesday, June 3 at 5:30 p.m. at the Greater Fort Kent Area Chamber of Commerce for a special Meet the Maker event featuring local talent, handmade products, and the stories behind the businesses.Meet some of our consignors from our First Mile Mainely Made shopMeet local author Edie Anne Pelletier during a special book […]

Shaman Theater Presents Ken Ludwig's  "Lend Me A Tenor."   This is a comedy.$26.00 a Ticket (Your choice of entree: Baked Stuffed Salmon or Bake Stuffed Chicken - Each entree includes Garden Salad, dinner roll, carrots, baked potato, chocolate cake. coffee, punch or water.Community High School/Valley River Middle school cafeteria, Thursday, June 4; Friday, June 5 […]

The University of Maine at Fort Kent (UMFK) Athletics Golf Scramble will take place on June 6th at Fort Kent Golf Club. Registration will begin at 8 am with the Shotgun start happening at 9am.Registrations can be made in the Sports Center - Jason Coleman's office, email: jason.coleman@maine.edu or call his office at 834-7541.  You […]

Join us fora Birding Workshop at the Fort Kent Outdoor Center.Saturday,June 13 from 8 to 10 a.m. at the Fort Kent Outdoor Center’s Lodge.  Free admission. Donations welcome.Come learnabout birds. On Saturday,June 13, two "birders" will teach us about our feathered friends andhelp us identify them by sound and sight.  Amanda Dumusz, regional wildlife resource supervisor, Maine […]

Great finds from residence of Eagle Lake.     Times: TBD.   Call the Town Office for further details.    

Held at the Pavilion.     Proceeds benefit the Town of Eagle Lake Beautification Committee.     For more information, contact the town office at 444-5511.     

The Rivertown Community Arts Center will host a flea market.    Open hours: To be determined.   For more information, please email: rivertowncac@gmail.com    

Barbecue from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. - $5 Meal TicketArts & Craft Fair: Free set up in gym.  2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Games: Bouncy houses, swimming pool baseball, obstacle course, and corn hole.  Live Music by "Rocking Ukes":  2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.Frog Race: Bring you own frog: 3 […]

Barbecue from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. then, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.  - $5 Meal TicketArts & Craft Fair: Free set up in gym.  2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Games: Bouncy houses, swimming pool baseball, obstacle course, and corn hole.  Live Music by "Rocking Ukes":  2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.Frog Race: Bring you own frog: 3 […]

Join us as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with our biggest and best 4th of July Celebration yet in Eagle Lake, Maine.    Saturday July,4 2026 @3:00pm-9:30pmEnjoy a full day of family fun featuring food trucks, bounce houses, live music, a boat decorating contest and parade, and an incredible commercial fireworks […]

The Maine Potato Blossom Festival is the premier summertime event in Aroostook County! Celebrate our agricultural heritage and honor our veterans with a week-long festival of live music, delicious food, exciting games, and a spectacular parade. Join us for a fun-filled week that brings together our community and creates lasting memories.  Please check schedule for times […]

The Maine Potato Blossom Festival is the premier summertime event in Aroostook County! Celebrate our agricultural heritage and honor our veterans with a week-long festival of live music, delicious food, exciting games, and a spectacular parade. Join us for a fun-filled week that brings together our community and creates lasting memories.  Please check schedule for times […]

Band: BoomerangRiverside Park - Under the Pavilion Food Trucks on site.Sponsored by Norstate Federal Credit Union.

Let’s Celebrate 250 years of Freedom, Community and America! One Region; One Celebration; One Historic Birthday America’s 250th Birthday Celebration, “A Regional Celebration” Friday, July 31, 2026, from 4 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Riverside Park in Fort Kent, Maine. A fun-filled evening for the whole family. Onsite: Food Trucks; Bounce Houses; Live Music; Beer […]

The Gents will perform at Music at the Park. Venue: Fort Kent Riverside Park - Under the Pavilion Food Trucks on site.Sponsored by Norstate Federal Credit Union.  

The Gents will perform at Music at the Park. Venue: Fort Kent Riverside Park - Under the Pavilion Food Trucks on site.Sponsored by Norstate Federal Credit Union.  

Reporters from the Bangor Publishing Company, BDN and TheCounty news papers.     This is a great way to hear from the county reporting team and get tech support too.   For more information, call the public library at 834-3048.    

Reporters from the Bangor Publishing Company, BDN and TheCounty news papers.     This is a great way to hear from the county reporting team and get tech support too.   For more information, call the public library at 834-3048.    

Uncover local history, enjoy live music, and connect with the community! TheFort Kent Historical Society warmly invites members, neighbors, and visitors toits annual Open House on Sunday, August 9, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Freeand open to everyone. The festivities will take place at the historic Daigle/Dubé House. Attendees can immerse themselves in […]