Millinocket Marathon & Half
2024 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Friday EVENTS
DECEMBER 6, 2024 [RACE EVE]
RIVER DRIVERS RESTAURANT AT NEOC:
11:00am-9:00pm • friday
30 Twin Pines Road, Millinocket
Open to the public. Reservations are highly recommended.
►More info HERE.
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KNIFE EDGE BREWING:
11:00am-10:00pm • friday
200 Katahdin View Drive, Millinocket
Open to the public. No reservations required.
►Facebook Page HERE.
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BIB NUMBER PICK-UP:
12:00pm-8:00pm • friday
Stearns High School, 199 State Street, Millinocket
Pursuant to the waiver agreement signed at the time of registration, registered runners must show up in person w/photo ID to pick up their race materials.
To pick up your bib number you must:
1.) Show up in person.
2.) Know your bib number — you may look it up HERE.
3.) Show your photo I.D.
We strongly encourage everyone to pick up their bib number on Friday. Waiting until Saturday puts you at risk of missing bib pick-up and therefore, missing the race. Bib pick-up will close promptly at 8PM on Friday. Please plan accordingly. No new registrations will be accepted at bib pick-up, sorry!
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ARTISAN FAIR:
12:00pm-8:00pm • friday
Stearns High School, 199 State Street, Millinocket
Open to the public.
►More info HERE.
Overflow Craft Fair! There will be additional crafters at Boreal Theater, 9am-5pm. 215 Penobscot Ave.
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SPAGHETTI SUPPER:
4:00pm-6:00pm • friday
Millinocket Lake Road — located at Mile 11 of the race route :)
Hosted by the Northern Timber Cruisers Snowmobile Club. All are welcome! Come enjoy a traditional spaghetti supper featuring red and white sauces. Follow signs for Baxter State Park and you can’t miss them on your right.
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SPAGHETTI / PANCAKE SUPPER:
4:00pm-8:00pm • friday
American Legion Post 80, 986 Central Street, Millinocket
Spaghetti/pancake dinner Friday night. $12 all you can eat!
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CHRISTMAS CONCERT:
5:00pm-7:00pm • friday
Your Family Worship Center, 100 Aroostook Ave, Millinocket
Free Christmas Concert open for the Public. Come listen to some good music and make some friends!
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LIVE MUSIC AT MOOSESHACK:
6:00pm-9:00pm • friday
Mooseshack, 114 Main Street, East Millinocket
Friday Pre Marathon race night we have the duo Trisha Rossignol Burke and Mark will be singing from 6pm-9pm. After 8pm you can still get appetizers and pizza . Come listen to our tri town favorite. No cover charge.
►More info HERE.
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8th ANNUAL HWYRT CRANKLE 2K!:
7:00pm • friday
Millinocket Marathon & Half Finish Line, 33 Penobscot Avenue, Millinocket
It’s time once again to run a short race in the cold, pitch black of night through the center of town for the epic 2024 running of the Crankle 2K!!! Founded by Bryan and Peter of the amazingly popular running/humor Podcast How Was Your Run Today? Although Bryan and Peter won’t be making the trek north this year, they will be there in spirit! We will be assembling at 7PM on Friday at the finishing line (near the logging trucks) on Penobscot Avenue. There are only three rules: 1) Come in costume. Costumes are cool. 2) Remember that this is an unsupported, unsanctioned, and clearly ill-advised shake-out run and you must take responsibility for your own safety! 3) In lieu of a registration fee, please take a moment to make a donation to support the Millinocket Marathon & Half. None of us would be able to take part in any of the amazing activities during race weekend without their herculean efforts. 100% of the funds raised stay in the town and are donated to local organizations and charities who need a hand.
►Make a donation HERE.
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MILLINOCKET MARATHON MUSIC:
7:00pm-11:00pm • friday
Millinocket Elks Lodge 1521, 213 Aroostook Avenue, Millinocket
The Millinocket Marathon Music event will feature live performances by Jennifer Schott followed by Thundering Country Band featuring country and classic rock. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support local musicians and have a great time with friends and family.
Ticket proceeds to benefit area youth athletics!
►More info and tickets HERE.
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COMEDY CHARITY EVENT:
7:00pm-9:00pm • friday
Boreal Theater, 215 Penobscot Avenue, Millinocket
Join us for a hilarious night of laughter and fun at the Millinocket Fun run Charity Comedy Night featuring three excellent comedians: Nikolai Lane, AJ Cappuccio, and Mike Keeting. This event will be held at the Boreal Theater, 215 Penobscot Ave, Millinocket, Maine on Friday December 6th, at 7:30 pm (doors open at 7 pm). Get ready to enjoy side-splitting jokes and comedic performances from talented comedians, all while supporting a great cause. Proceeds from this event will benefit the Red Nights and Boreal Theater.
►More info and tickets HERE.
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Saturday EVENTS
DECEMBER 7, 2024 [Race Day]
LATE BIB NUMBER PICK-UP:
5:30am-8:45am • saturday
Stearns High School, 199 State Street, Millinocket
Pursuant to the waiver agreement signed at the time of registration, registered runners must show up in person w/photo ID to pick up their race materials.
To pick up your bib number you must:
1.) Show up in person.
2.) Know your bib number — you may look it up HERE.
3.) Show your photo I.D.
We strongly encourage everyone to pick up their bib number on Friday. Waiting until Saturday puts you at risk of missing bib pick up and therefore, missing the race. The door will close promptly at 8:45AM on Saturday. Please plan accordingly. No new registrations will be accepted at bib pick-up, sorry!
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BUFFET BREAKFAST:
6:30am-12:00pm • saturday
Millinocket Lake Road — located at Mile 11 of the race route :)
Hosted by the Northern Timber Cruisers Snowmobile Club. All are welcome! Follow signs for Baxter State Park and you can’t miss them on your right.
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BREAKFAST IN THE PARK:
7:00am-12:00pm • saturday
Veterans Memorial Park - 31 Penobscot Avenue, Millinocket
Freedom Riders Association Maine Chapter 3 will be in Veterans memorial Park making breakfast sandwiches and hot coffee. All proceeds go to Veteran, First Responder and Community charities.
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APPALACHIAN TRAIL CAFE & TOY DRIVE:
7:00am-2:00pm • saturday & sunday
210 Penobscot Avenue, Millinocket
Open special for race weekend with a special menu! There will also be toy drive happening Saturday and Sunday from 7am-1pm.
►More info HERE.
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OPEN HOUSE:
9:00am-3:00pm • saturday
Millinocket Historical Society - 80 Central Street, Millinocket
Millinocket Historical Society open extended hours on Marathon Day, 9Am -3PM. Welcome runners, friends and family! Learn about Millinocket's unique history. The museum shop has books on the area's logging history, town history and more! Sit for a few minutes and share your story with us at 80 Central Street.
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ARTISAN FAIR:
7:30am-4:00pm • saturday
Stearns High School, 199 State Street, Millinocket
Open to the public.
►More info HERE.
Overflow Craft Fair! There will be additional crafters at Boreal Theater, 9am-5pm. 215 Penobscot Ave.
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RACE DAY BUS SERVICE:
7:00am-3:00pm • saturday
Please use these provided buses. There is NO parking near the start/finish area.
FREE bus transportation is available on race day! Buses will run on a continuous loop (approximately every 15-minutes) from 7:00AM to 3:00PM The bus route will be as follows:
▶︎Pamola Motor Lodge—973 Central Street, Millinocket
▶︎Baxter Park Inn—935 Central Street, Millinocket
▶︎Tractor Supply parking lot—800 Central Street, Millinocket
▶︎Katahdin Inn & Suites—740 Central Street, Millinocket
▶︎Hotel Terrace—52 Medway Road, Millinocket
▶︎Stearns High School / Bib Pickup & Artisan Fair - 199 State Streeet, Millinocket
▶︎Millinocket Elks Lodge #1521 / Bag Drop, Concessions, and Warming Station - 213 Aroostook Ave, Millinocket (Note: The Elks Lodge is very near the start/finish area. [Two blocks and one street over.] This is the only bus drop-off/pick-up location for the start/finish/downtown area.)
Please use these provided buses. There is NO parking near the start/finish area. Click HERE to make a donation to support the race.
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BAG CHECK / WARMING STATION & CONCESSIONS:
starting at 7:30am • saturday
213 Aroostook Avenue, Millinocket
The Millinocket Elks are again hosting their official bag drop/warming station indoors at their lodge, located just around the corner from the start/finish line. Coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and pastries will be available for purchase in the morning. In the afternoon, their kitchen will be open for lunch. Proceeds to benefit the Millinocket Elks Lodge 1521 and their local charitable pursuits. Additionally, this will also be the in-town drop-off / pick-up location for our race day buses (see above).
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KIDS FUN RUN:
9:15am • saturday
33 Penobscot Avenue, Millinocket
Registration begins at 8:30AM near the start line.
Hosted by Wabanaki Public Health and Wellness this a free, short Fun Run for kids that takes place on Penobscot Avenue. Kids will start at the same start line as the Half-Marathon, run down Penobscot Ave to Central Street, and then circle back to the world-famous Millinocket finish line!
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RIVER DRIVERS RESTAURANT AT NEOC:
11:00am-9:00pm • saturday
30 Twin Pines Road, Millinocket
Open to the public. Reservations are highly recommended.
►More info HERE.
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KNIFE EDGE BREWING:
11:00am-10:00pm • saturday
200 Katahdin View Drive, Millinocket
Open to the public. No reservations required.
►Facebook Page HERE.
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KARAOKE AT THE AMERICA LEGION:
6:00pm-close • saturday
American Legion Post 80, 986 Central Street, Millinocket
Everyone is welcome!
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POST-MARATHON LIVE MUSIC AND KARAOKE AT BOREAL THEATER:
6:00pm-9:00pm • saturday
Boreal Theater, 215 Penobscot Ave, Millinocket
A very special night of music and camaraderie, with all proceeds to benefit the BOREAL THEATER, a performance venue and arts and entertainment resource for the Katahdin region. A $20 donation (or amount within your means), payable at the door, is suggested.
• Live Blues Music: PORCHFISH (BOB OAKES) - on guitar and vocals!
• Special Guest: JENNIFER SCHOTT - Nashville-based songwriter, and Millinocket Marathon runner!
• Starring: YOU - in Karaoke!
►More info and tickets HERE.
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KARAOKE AT MOOSESHACK:
7:00pm-12:00am • saturday
Mooseshack, 114 Main Street, East Millinocket
Karaoke with Doug and Carmen. It starts at 7pm to 12am.
►More info HERE.
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Are you organizing an event over race weekend that you would like to add to our schedule? Please complete the form below to submit your event. Important! Events must directly benefit the Katahdin region. Events must be submitted by Thanksgiving Day to be listed.
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