Somerset SnowFest is a celebration of all things winter! We're maximizing our beautiful outdoor spaces for both residents and visitors to enjoy via a variety of events and activities.
Featuring a range of activities including an ice-fishing derby, kite-flying derby, downhill kayak race, winter triathlon, and one of the Northeast’s only equestrian skijoring competition, this is a not-to-be-missed winter festival. SnowFest takes place in southern Somerset County, Maine, in the heart of the beautiful Kennebec River Valley
Daily Activities:
Sledding at Coburn Park
Gear lending from the Skowhegan Outdoors Basecamp, 65 Water St. (Riverside)
Skowhegan Outdoors FREE Outdoor Programming
Lake George Regional Park is free for use during Somerset SnowFest ONLY
Schedule:
11 a.m.-4 p.m. - Skijor Skowhegan presented by Baxter Brewing Company
Skowhegan Fairgrounds, Skowhegan
We'll bring spectators back to the fairgrounds for 2024 to watch skiers and snowboards navigate a groomed track outfitted with gates, jumps, and rings while being pulled by a rope behind a horse and rider! Register your team here!
Parking is $20 per car but otherwise free for spectators.
Food Vendors!
11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Skowhegan Fairgrounds, Skowhegan
Purchase food from one of several on-site vendors to enjoy while watching the race. Interested in vending for Skijor Skowhegan? Contact us!
Beer Garden at The Stable during Skijor Skowhegan presented by Baxter Brewing Company
11 a.m.-5 p.m. | The Stable, Skowhegan Fairgrounds, Skowhegan.
Enjoy Skijor Skowhegan trackside at The Stable next to the Grandstands.
Skijor Skowhegan Awards presented by Franklin Savings Bank
Immediately following the race.
