05/20/2026
Maine Public is excited to announce that we are expanding our sports coverage to include the Maine Lobster Bowl this year! Football fans - who's excited!? 🏈
The Maine Shrine Lobster Bowl Classic has announced a new partnership with Maine Public to broadcast the 2026 Maine Shrine Lobster Bowl Classic on July 18, 2026 from Don Roux Field in Lewiston, Maine.📍
Pictured: Joe Hersom, President of the Maine Shrine Lobster Bowl Classic and Rob Kennedy, broadcaster for the Maine Shrine Lobster Bowl Classic on Maine Public. 🏈
Under the agreement, Maine Public will provide live television and online broadcasting for the game on July 18, 2026. Maine Public will have the official broadcast rights and sponsorship inventory for the annual all-star football game, expanding visibility for one of the state’s most celebrated traditions while increasing awareness and fundraising efforts for Shriners Children’s. ❤️
The partnership will feature a full television broadcast along with live streaming coverage, allowing audiences both in Maine and across the country to tune in. The enhanced production will include an on-location pregame show, in-depth interviews with coaches and players, and additional storytelling elements designed to highlight the athletes and the mission behind the game.
