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53rd Annual Roche de Boeuf Festival

Name: 53rd Annual Roche de Boeuf Festival
Start: 2026-09-19T09:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-09-19T16:00:00-04:00

Celebrate tradition in Downtown Waterville at one of the area’s largest and most beloved community events.

Downtown Waterville welcomes visitors for the 53nd annual Roche de Boeuf Festival, offering a full day of food, entertainment, and activities for all ages.

Festival Highlights & Schedule

Parade (10:00 AM): Sponsored by Strayer Concrete and emceed by Andrew Z.
Car Show (9:00 AM – 2:00 PM): Hosted at Shawn’s Irish Tavern, featuring prizes and music by Cruisin’ Zeake.
Kid Zone at Parker’s Square: Features bounce houses, a climbing wall, face painting, crafts, and character meet-and-greets. Wristbands are $20 (cash only) and cover all activities.
Live Music: Performances take place at the corner of Mechanic and North Third. “Dusty Syns” plays from 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM, followed by local Anthony Wayne High School student band “Hit & Run” from 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.
Shopping & Dining: Food trucks line River Road, while vendors, crafters, artisans, and local businesses line the streets.
Rue Des Artistes: Located on North Second Street, highlighting regional creative talent.
Tours & Rides: Horse and trolley rides run along River Road, and the Waterville Historical Museum remains open for tours all afternoon.

Visitor Information

Admission: Free. Guests should bring cash for food, vendors, and Kid Zone activities.
Free Shuttle Service: Provided by Browning Masonic with pick-up and drop-off at Something Special Learning Center and BluSky Restorations. Shuttle service pauses from 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM during the parade.