Katahdin Chamber of Commerce

07/23/2026

Maine's American Idol phenom, Julia Gagnon, will be performing at the Trails End Festival!

The countdown is on! Join us in welcoming American Idol Season 22 Top 7 finalist Julia Gagnon Haven to the Trail's End Festival stage for the very first time! 🤩

A New England based powerhouse vocalist, Julia blends indie pop, rock, and soul into a bold contemporary sound that has captivated audiences across the region! From earning a coveted Platinum Ticket on American Idol to headlining sold out performances across Maine, she's quickly becoming one of New England's most exciting rising artists.

Don't miss your chance to experience Julia live at Trail's End Festival Saturday September 12th 3:10pm to 4:30pm; this free entry performance is something you won't want to miss! 🎶

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07/22/2026

Please note!

The Town of Millinocket and Our Katahdin will hold a public meeting at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 22, 2026 at the Charles Sanders Millinocket Town Council Chambers in the Municipal Building located at 197 Penobscot Avenue. The meeting will also be televised using video conferencing; a link to the....

07/22/2026

A "must experience" to put on your list of hiking and exploration in the Katahdin region. Thank you to the Penobscot Nation and Chamber member, The Nature Conservancy, for creating the Pockwockamus All Persons Trail!

07/21/2026

Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument is an international dark sky sanctuary and employs a dark sky ranger. How cool is that! Meet the ranger and view the moon and stars at Kermit Crandall Park in Millinocket for "Telescope in the Park" night.

Have you ever seen the moon up close? Join us at Kermit Crandall Park in Millinocket for Telescope in Town night! 🔭🌖

Drop by any time from 7-9pm on Thursday, July 23rd to view the moon through a telescope, learn more about what the moon is and how it affects us here on earth, and chat about night skies with a Dark Sky Ranger!

You can find more info on our events calendar: https://www.nps.gov/kaww/planyourvisit/calendar.htm

We hope to see you there!

NPS/Alyssa Mattei

07/20/2026

See the latest from Chamber member, Baxter State Park! Who doesn't love an auction?!

07/18/2026

Look at what two of our Chamber members are up to! What a fun, affordable way to get "more feet down the street!" Check out this innovative idea from the Katahdin Collaborative and Moose Prints Gallery! and Gifts

Millinocket has a new gallery, and it is about two feet wide.

TINY ART. BIG IMPACT. is here - a vending machine dispensing collectible mini prints by local artist Anita Mueller. Get yours today for $1.

Find it at Moose Prints Gallery and Gifts, 102 Penobscot Ave. Bring four quarters, walk away with a piece of Katahdin art. It really is that easy.

is a joint pilot program of the Katahdin Collaborative and Moose Prints Gallery and Gifts - a small, fun way to get more feet down the street and more love for downtown Millinocket businesses.

Go say hi to the machine 🎨 - and if you’re coming from a distance, give the gallery a call first to check hours. While you’re in town, stop by our other amazing, hardworking local businesses too!

07/17/2026

Stunning photos! Support Chamber member, Friends of Baxter State Park, by purchasing their calendar featuring professional and amateur photos of our beautiful backyard!

The 2027 Baxter State Park Calendars have arrived and are available in our store! Each year, Friends of Baxter State Park puts in countless hours on the production of this calendar. We work in close collaboration with Baxter State Park staff and the many photographers, both amateur & professional, who submit their photographs for consideration. Proceeds from your calendar purchase directly benefit our Friends of Baxter State Park programing & Baxter State Park. You now have the perfect gift for yourself and any other wilderness enthusiast. Purchase your copies today!

07/13/2026

Yes! ATV trails connect! Ride to get everything you need and WANT at KG!

Have you heard all the exciting news happeing in the Katahdin Region with ATV trails! Trails are now open to go West and guess what the trails even lead to KG for gas, food, supplies and souvenirs!

07/11/2026

Chamber member 5 Lakes Lodge is hitting it out of the park today with food, live music, and oh that view! Open to the public.

Open to the public til 8pm.

07/09/2026

Where Talent Meets Opportunity: Be Part of the Chamber’s Story!
The Katahdin Chamber of Commerce is seeking a Member Ambassador
responsible for
o Recruiting new members,
o Developing/maintaining relationships with members, business leaders,
Chamber Board and staff, strategic partners, volunteers, and community
leaders in the region to support the overall mission and goals of the
Chamber and its members.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:
o Strong knowledge of and passion for the Katahdin region
o Excellent verbal and written communications skills
o Self-starter with initiative, problem-solving and negotiating skills
o Detail-oriented and organized
o Microsoft Office suite experience
o Positive attitude and self-confidence
o Professional demeanor and commitment to confidentiality

Schedule and Compensation:
15 hours per week with opportunity for more depending upon membership
results (flexible schedule with base of operations at the Visitor Center
in Millinocket)
Rate of pay: $20/hour
To apply, send a letter/email of interest and resume to:
[email protected].