Festival Schedule by day

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KETTLE BOIL CHALLENGE

Presented by [2027 Sponsors To Be Confirmed]

Thursday 6 PM

Squamish Valley Golf Course, 2458 Mamquam Road

Axes, cedar blocks, cans of soapy water, 3 matches, and the race to a roaring boil. Teams of two compete over open flames while the crowd cheers. It’s fiery, fast, and the perfect Thursday night festival kickoff.

LUMBERJACK CHILI COOK-OFF

Presented by [2027 Sponsors To Be Confirmed]

Thursday 6 PM

Squamish Valley Golf Course, 2458 Mamquam Road

The festival kicks off here on Thursday! Sample bold, house-made chili from local chefs, vote for your favourite, all while enjoying live music & cheering on the fiery Kettle Boil competition.
A hand holds a small cup of food garnished with green sauce and a wooden fork, along with a paper ballot for voting on a favorite dish.
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Five people in colorful, playful costumes sit on a stretcher in the street, smiling, holding wooden medals, and posing cheerfully with arms raised at an outdoor event.
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BED RACES

Presented by [2027 Sponsors To Be Confirmed]

Friday 6–8 PM

Downtown Squamish – Cleveland Avenue

Teams of five. Hospital beds on wheels. Downtown obstacle course. It’s as chaotic – and hilarious – as it sounds. Cheer for them as they race down Cleveland Ave on Friday evening.
Kids Festival
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CHILDREN’S FESTIVAL

Presented by [2027 Sponsors To Be Confirmed]

Saturday 10 AM – 12 PM

Downtown Squamish - Junction Park

Big fun for small humans – with face painting, mini golf, axe throwing (kid-safe!), music, bubbles, and more. Afterwards, head down to the Saturday Loggers Sports Show with the family!

NOVICE INTERMEDIATE LOGGERS SPORTS SHOW

Presented by Sea to Sky Gondola

Saturday Gates 12 PM, Show starts 1 PM

Al McIntosh Loggers Sports Grounds – 39155 Loggers Lane

Local talent, rising stars, and junior competitors take the stage. It’s fast-paced, family-friendly, and the most affordable way to fall in love with loggers sports.
Note: NO DOGS • NO COOLERS • Planning to enjoy a drink? Bring your ID.
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ROTARY BEEF BARBECUE

Presented by Rotary Club of Squamish

Saturday during the show

Al McIntosh Loggers Sports Grounds

You’ll smell it before you see it – the Rotary Beef BBQ Sandwich is a Squamish Days legend. For over 50 years, these slow-smoked, alderwood-roasted outside round roasts have been the star of the show (second only to the chainsaws).

Available exclusively inside the Loggers Sports Grounds during the Saturday and Sunday shows – a valid event ticket is required, the lineup is worth the wait, and yes, they always sell out."
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OPEN AXE THROW

Presented by [2027 Sponsors To Be Confirmed]

Saturday 7 PM

Squamish Valley Golf Club, 2458 Mamquam Road

Saturday night, under the open sky – 32 of the top axe throwers, with big prize money on the line. Bring a blanket, grab a spot on the lawn, and watch the axes fly at this high-stakes fan favourite.
A woman wearing a "Squamish Days" t-shirt is participating in an axe-throwing competition, captured mid-throw with the axe in the air. A crowd of spectators is blurred in the background.
A yellow circular badge with dashed and solid borders displays the bold black text "FREE EVENT" in the center, highlighting Squamish Days.
A large crowd of people sits at tables outdoors on a sunny day, eating and socializing. Mountains and a clock tower are visible in the background. Some children and strollers are present among the attendees.
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PANCAKE BREAKFAST

Presented by [2027 Sponsors To Be Confirmed]

Sunday 8-11 AM

Downtown Squamish - Chieftain Centre Mall

Start your final day of the festival with hearty pancakes, eggs, bacon, and a side of community spirit. Hosted by the Elks – and just steps from the parade route.

SQUAMISH DAYS PARADE

Presented by [2027 Sponsors To Be Confirmed]

Sunday 11 AM

Downtown Squamish – Cleveland Avenue

Costumes, floats, log trucks, and local flair. This beloved Sunday morning tradition rolls down Cleveland Ave after the Pancake Breakfast, with big smiles and even bigger community spirit.
A silver pickup truck towing a float with people in a parade, flying Canadian and provincial flags. Colorful storefronts and spectators line the sunny street; blue sky and mountains are visible in the background.
A yellow circular badge with dashed and solid borders displays the bold black text "FREE EVENT" in the center, highlighting Squamish Days.
A large outdoor event features tall wooden poles arranged in rows, a water pool in the foreground, and a crowd of people in bright shirts standing and watching, with trees and a blue sky in the background.
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WORLD CLASS OPEN LOGGERS SPORTS SHOW

Presented by Woodfibre LNG

Sunday Gates at 12 PM, Show starts 1 PM

Al McIntosh Loggers Sports Grounds – 39155 Loggers Lane

The biggest event of the weekend. World-class athletes, high-stakes events, and cheering crowds come together for an unforgettable Squamish tradition.
Note: NO DOGS • NO COOLERS • Planning to enjoy a drink? Bring your ID.

ROTARY BEEF BARBECUE

Presented by Rotary Club of Squamish

Sunday during the show

Al McIntosh Loggers Sports Grounds

You’ll smell it before you see it – the Rotary Beef BBQ Sandwich is a Squamish Days legend. For over 50 years, these slow-smoked, alderwood-roasted outside round roasts have been the star of the show (second only to the chainsaws).

Available exclusively inside the Loggers Sports Grounds during the Saturday and Sunday shows – a valid event ticket is required, the lineup is worth the wait, and yes, they always sell out."
Large pieces of meat are skewered and roasting on a metal spit over an open wood fire at Squamish Days, with bright orange flames and charred logs below. The meat appears smoky and caramelized.
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