River Country Chamber's annual Logging Fest sponsored by Elder's Forest Products began more than 70 years ago and continues to grow each year bringing new faces into the area to help celebrate the logging heritage this small town was founded on. Professional & Amateur LumberJacks & LumberJills provide lots of entertainment as they compete for top place. Shop for unique items with our vendors and grab a tasty treat from one of the food trucks.

Schedule of Events:

SATURDAY:

7am-11am: Newaygo Fire Department Annual Breakfast (at Newaygo Fire Dpt not event site)

9am: 20th Annual Marshall Memorial Run

10am-5pm: Arts, Crafts & Vendor Show open, live wood carving, food trucks in Brooks Park

12pm: Professional Lumberjacks Competition

All Day: Sidewalk Sales in downtown Newaygo
 
Sunday:

10am-5pm: Arts, Crafts & Vendor Show open, live wood carving, food trucks in Brooks Park

10am: Amateur Lumberjack Competition Presented by Beaver Tree Service

12pm: Professional Lumberjack Competitions

1pm: Logging Festival Parade Presented by Tiny's Tasty Treats

3pm: Newaygo Fire Dpt Water Ball Battle on Justice St

Fest Date: September 2 - 3, 2023

Location: Brooks Park, 28 State Road, Newaygo, MI 49337

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