University of Maine at Fort Kent

Music at the Park featuring The Gents
2026-08-05 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Riverside Park, 40 Dufour St, Fort Kent, ME 04743, USA
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. Tags: Public

Meet the County Reporting Team
2026-08-07 10:30 - 11:30 | Fort Kent Public Library, 1 Monument Square, Fort Kent, ME 04743, USA
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.

Tags: Public

Step Back in Time: Fort Kent Historical Society Hosts Annual Open House August 9
2026-08-09 11:00 - 12:00 | 4 Dube St, Fort Kent, ME 04743, USA
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 rich Acadian culture with livemusical performances by the Acadian Singers, along with complimentaryrefreshments and food.
In addition to the main gathering at the Daigle/Dubé House, all HistoricalSociety buildings will be open to the public for self-guidedexploration—offering a unique, hands-on glimpse into our region’s vibrantheritage.
Whether you’re a lifelong local history buff or just looking for a fantasticfamily afternoon, there is something for everyone.
For more information, please contact Jim Thibodeau at (207) 231-1198.

Music at the Park featuring Trisha King and Linda Brown
2026-08-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Riverside Park, 40 Dufour St, Fort Kent, ME 04743, USA
Trisha King and Linda Brown 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. Tags: Public

48th Annual Acadian Festival
2026-08-14 - 2026-08-16 | Madawaska, ME, USA
To view the Acadian Festival schedule: https://madawaskaacadianfestival.com/files/2026/07/Brochure-Full.pdf

Acadian Festival Parade
2026-08-16 13:00 - 14:30 | Madawaska, ME
The parade begins at 1 p.m. in Madawaska. You can see the parade on Main St. Show your Bengal Spirit! UMFK is participating in the 48th Annual Acadian Festival Paradeon Sunday, August 16th, and we would be happy to have you march with us.
Here are the key details:

When: Sunday, August 16 at 1:00 PM (rain or shine)
Where: Parade lines up on Fox Street (near Marden’s) in Madawaska
What to Wear: UMFK-branded apparel or Acadian colors (red, white, blue, yellow)

Transportation and logistics:

Riding with us? Shuttle transportation leaves from the Enrollment and Advancement Center on campus at 11:30 AM.
Meeting us there? Please arrive at the Marden’s parking area no later than 12:30 PM (line-up begins at noon).

RSVP: If you plan to attend (and need transportation), please reply to patrick.lacroix@maine.edu

Respectful Environment Committee Meeting
2026-08-19 12:00 - 13:00

Bengal Women's Soccer Game vrs. Concordia University
2026-08-19 14:00 - 15:30 | Michael Simon Field, 47 Pleasant St, Fort Kent, ME, United States
The UMFK Bengal women’s soccer game is against Concordia University. Cheer for your Bengal men’s soccer team players. Wear Bengal gear. Go Bengals!!

Bengal Men's Soccer Game vrs. Concordia University
2026-08-19 16:00 - 17:30, 2026-08-20 14:00 - 15:30 | Michael Simon Field, 47 Pleasant St, Fort Kent, ME, United States
The UMFK Bengal men’s soccer game is against Concordia University. Cheer for your Bengal men’s soccer team players. Wear Bengal gear. Go Bengals!!

Music at the Park featuring Isaac Leach & Boomerang
2026-08-19 17:30 - 20:30 | Riverside Park, 40 Dufour St, Fort Kent, ME 04743, USA
Isaac leach and Boomerang 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. Tags: Public

Bengal Women's Soccer Game vrs. Concordia University
2026-08-20 12:00 - 13:30 | Michael Simon Field, 47 Pleasant St, Fort Kent, ME, United States
The UMFK Bengal women’s soccer game is against Concordia University. Cheer for your Bengal women’s soccer team players. Wear Bengal gear. Go Bengals!!

Bengal Women's Soccer Game vrs. Concordia University
2026-08-20 12:00 - 13:30 | Michael Simon Field, 47 Pleasant St, Fort Kent, ME, United States
The UMFK Bengal women's soccer game is against Concordia University. Cheer for your Bengal men's soccer team players. Wear Bengal gear. Go Bengals!!

Fort Kent Arm Wrestling Classic
2026-08-22 | Lonesome Pine Trails Rental, 2 Forest Ave, Fort Kent, ME 04743, USA
Fort Kent Arm Wrestling Classic at Lonesome Pine Trails.
Weigh-in begins from 10 a.m. to 12 Noon.
Competition starts at 1 p.m.

Call for more information at 207-231-4990,

NoMa Northern Maine Summerfest '26
2026-08-22 10:00 - 11:00 | Birch Point Long Lake, Madawska, ME
Live music, great food, family fun, Unforgettable memories. You may view the full schedule and tickets to purchase online: https://visitmadawaska.org/summerfest

Fort Kent Sovereign Market Grand Opening
2026-08-22 10:00 - 13:00 | Rivertown Community Arts Center, 26 Market St, Fort Kent, ME 04743, USA
The Fort Kent Sovereign Market’s Grand Opening. Find a variety of local vendors. A members-only private buyers club that operates under the Fort Kent Food Sovereignty Ordinance. Membership of $10 available on site. You may view further details on their website: https://fortkentsovereignmarket.com/

Bengal Men's Soccer Game vrs. Maine Maritime Academy
2026-08-22 14:00 - 15:30 | Michael Simon Field, 47 Pleasant St, Fort Kent, ME, United States
The UMFK Bengal men’s soccer game is against the Maine Maritime Academy. Cheer for your Bengal men’s soccer team players. Wear Bengal gear. Go Bengals!!

Crown of Maine Balloon Fest (Presque Isle)
2026-08-28 - 2026-08-30 | Northern Maine Fair Association, 84 Mechanic St, Presque Isle, ME 04769, USA
The Crown of Maine Balloon Fest takes place Friday, August 28-Sunday, August 30th, 2026. The festival schedule is below, but is continuing to evolve so please check back for updates!
All events take place at the Northern Maine Fairgrounds unless otherwise specified. Admission and parking at the festival are free, but specific event activities may have a registration fee (these will be noted on the schedule when possible.)
Please note: all morning and evening launch times are estimated and are weather and pilot dependent. Spectators hoping to see balloon set up and/or launches should plan to arrive earlier and stay after the scheduled time to allow for necessary flight adjustments.
Full schedule found on Crown of Maine Balloon Fest website: https://www.combf.org/schedule

Bengal Men's Soccer Game vrs. University of Maine at Presque Isle
2026-09-01 18:00 - 19:30 | Michael Simond Field
The UMFK Bengal men’s soccer game is against the University of Maine at Presque Isle. Cheer for your Bengal men’s soccer team players. Wear Bengal gear. Go Bengals!!

Bengal Men's Soccer Game vrs. Univesity of Maine at Presque Isle
2026-09-02 18:00 - 19:30 | Michael Simon Field, 47 Pleasant St, Fort Kent, ME, United States
The UMFK Bengal men’s soccer game against the University of Maine at Presque Isle Owls. Cheer for your Bengal men’s soccer team players. Wear Bengal gear. Go Bengals!!

Bengal Women's Soccer Game vrs. St. Thomas University
2026-09-04 18:00 - 19:30 | Michael Simon Field, 47 Pleasant St, Fort Kent, ME, United States
The UMFK Bengal women’s soccer game is against the University of St. Thomas University. Cheer for your Bengal men’s soccer team players. Wear Bengal gear. Go Bengals!!
