Mark your calendars! The first-ever Jackman Region Moose Lottery Festival is going down Saturday, June 11 at the Jackman Municipal Grounds from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. with plenty of fun-filled activities for the entire family to enjoy.

The event, which highlights the region's outdoor sporting heritage, will include demonstrations, instruction, competitions, children's activities, food vendors, crafts, t-shirts and hats, local maple products, and much more, including:

  • Moose Maine-iah Monster Truck Rides
  • Moose Antler Field Judging Contest
  • Ax Throwing
  • Crosscut Sawing
  • Face Painting
  • Kids’ Games & Bounce House
  • Live Music
  • Beer Garden
  • Jackman Moose River Historical Society Museum will be open for the day with exhibits and artifacts that tell the story of the region

Be sure to show up early to catch some of the exciting stage presentations, which start at 10:30 a.m. and run till 1:30 p.m. The stage will feature the Tirdy Works comedy show, tips for a successful moose hunt by Big Woods Bucks, tales from the Maine Moose Woods presented by master Maine guide Roger Lambert, and a moose calling contest for kids and adults.

Last but not least, you certainly don't want to miss the Moose Permit Drawing at 2:00 p.m.

Free shuttle service will be also available from the event around town — just hop on a Paradise Bus at one of the MOOSE signs to visit local businesses and restaurants in the area.

For more information about the Jackman Region Moose Lottery Festival, click here.

2022 Jackman Region Moose Lottery Festival sponsors:

  • Town of Jackman
  • 201 Powersports
  • Bishop's Store
  • Jackman Power Sports
  • Trailside
  • Cozy Cove Cabins
  • Mountain Country
  • Skowhegan Savings Bank
  • Bishop's Motel
  • C. Haggan Excavation
  • Jackman Hardware
  • Moose River Campground
  • Northland Hotel
  • Sally Mountain Cabins
  • Berg Activewear

Advertising support for the 2022 Jackman Region Moose Lottery Festival is provided by the Maine Office of Tourism. Learn more below. 

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