Tug Across The Harbor
sATURDAY, JUNE 28, 2025
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
(Chowder House spectator party)

Get ready for the most exhilarating event of the summer - the Annual Boothbay Harbor Tug-of -War Competition! Join us for a day of fun, excitement, and friendly rivalry as we pit teams against each other in a test of strength and teamwork across the breathtaking Boothbay Harbor in Maine!

Photo credits: Benjamin Williamson https://www.benjaminwilliamsonphotography.com

Who will be the Champions of 2020?

Who will be the Champions of 2024?

🎟 Registration & Fees:

This event is FREE and open to all. Donations will be accepted in support of the Boothbay Region Health Center and the Maine Lobstermen's Association.

🎯 Event Highlights:

  • Epic tug-of-war battles across the harbor

  • Feats of strength and power

  • Prizes and giveaways for top skippers

πŸ’ͺ Team Information πŸ’ͺ

  • Teams can consist of 8-10 participants. Maximum of 8 teams.

  • Mixed teams are encouraged (all ages and genders welcome)

  • Team costumes and themes are highly recommended

πŸ’° Fabulous Prizes:

Tο»Ώhe winning team will receive a trophy. All members of the winning team will receive Windjammer Days T-Shirts and commemorative cups.

🌟 Register NOW and secure your spot in this epic challenge! 🌟 🌊 Let's see who will reign supreme and claim the title of Boothbay Harbor Tug-of-War Champions! πŸ†

Following the Tug-of-War Across the Harbor, check out the 19th Annual INTERNATIONAL Rock-Skipping Contest - fame, glory, more prizes! Be sure to also join us at the Boat Bar Party at the Chowder House. All events will take place in the same location, with activities running 11 am-2 pm.

Please note: A starting pistol is used to signal the start of each tug resulting in a loud bang.

Thank you to our very generous sponsors for this event: