Annual Madawaska Acadian Festival

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:

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