Pine Tree Jamboree 2026 Registration

Racer registration is open from May 1 through June 30. Entries are limited and will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. 

What to expect when you complete your racer registration:

Step 1: Submit the Racer Registration Google Form
 1. Click on the Register button on this page above to access the registration form. 

  2. Complete and submit the form

  3. Once submitted, a confirmation box will pop up. 

  4. Click on the payment link in the box.   

Step 2: Add More Passes 

  1. The payment link will bring you to the purchase section for all tickets. 

  2. Select the PTJ Racers Registration Package and add it to your cart

  3. Next, add passes for your crew, family, and guests, or have them purchase passes directly on the Spectator Passes page. 

  4. Add more passes (may click ADD PASSES at the top also)

Pass Add-ons for Crew, Family & Guests 

• Adult Spectator Weekend Pass (Ages 15+) – Required for all non-racers age 15+
• Youth Spectator Weekend Pass (Ages 3–14) – Required for children attending

FYI- Spectators Weekend Pass with Camping is for its own spectator site registration and not intended for racers or those staying on the same site as a racer.  This pass includes 1 Adult Weekend Pass + 1 Camping Reservation. We are NOT charging per person for camping. 

Step 3: Check Out

   1. Continue to Cart and process payment. 

Unique Scenarios or Special Circumstances

If your situation does not fit the standard registration process, or you have questions, please contact:
                             

Eli English 603-969-4711

Lisa English 603-340-4831   

Thursday, September 10

9:00 AM - Racer & Camper Welcome & Check-In Opens

10:00 AM - Owls Head Transportation Museum Opens

11:00 AM - Joey’s Onsite Cafe Opens 

2:30 PM - Reliability Run to Mount Battie Auto Road, Camden Hills State Park, Maine

Friday, September 11

6:00 AM Joey’s Onsite Cafe Opens for breakfast

7:30 AM Reliability Run to Wiscasset, Waterville, & Farmington Narrow Gauge Steam Railroad 

8:30 AM Racer & Camper Welcome & Check-In Continues

10:00 AM - Owls Head Transportation Museum Opens

12:00 PM - Pit Road Opens

1:00  PM - Tech Inspection & Time Trials Start

5:00  PM - Time Trials End 

6:00  PM - Pit Road Closes and Gates Lock

6:00  PM - PTJ Welcome Party

Vendor Check-In & Setup: 8:00–10:00 AM only

All-Day Activities: Flathead Only Drags, Vintage car rides, the Teeter-Totter Challenge, Swap Meet, and full museum access, including interactive exhibits. Bi-plane rides and The Mystery Jig tintype photography offering authentic 19th-century–style portraits will also be available for purchase.  

Saturday, September 12

6:00 AM - Joey’s Onsite Cafe Opens for breakfast

8:00 AM - Pit Road Opens

9:00 AM - Owls Head Transportation Museum Admission Opens

9:00 AM - Drivers Meeting, 

9:30 AM - National Anthem, Fly Over, Racing starts immediately following 

5:00 PM - Racing Ends 

6:00 PM - Pit Road Closes and Gates Lock  

All-Day Activities Continue

Sunday,  September 13

6:00  AM - Joey’s Onsite Cafe Opens for breakfast

8:00  AM - Pit Road Opens

9:00  AM - Owls Head Transportation Museum Admission Opens

9:00  AM - Drivers Meeting

9:15   AM - Vintage Auto Cross starts immediately following the driver's meeting

12:00 PM- National Anthem

2:00  PM - Racing Ends 

2:30  PM - Awards Ceremony

3:00 PM- Cafe Services Close

All-Day Activities Continue

Racers and campers are welcome to arrive beginning Thursday, September 10, at 9:00 AM.

When you arrive:

Check in at the PTJ Check-In Booth
OHTM staff will check you in and direct you.

Receive Your Racer Registration Packet
You will receive your racer wristband, event materials, and weekend information.

After check-in, you will be directed to your camping or trailer parking area.

If you have any questions, our team will be available to assist.

Please msg or email Eli or Lisa English at pinetreejamboree@gmail.com 

Whether your racing a period correct flathead or not, everyone is welcome to join the reliability run to Mount Battie Auto Road, Camden Hills State Park either on your own or join the group at 2:30 on Thursday, September 10th. 

This is something that means a lot to us, and we’re excited to share it with the Pine Tree Jamboree community. 

Eli has had a long-standing interest in steam trains since he was a young boy, with many personal visits to the Wiscasset, Waterville & Farmington Railway over the years. Being able to bring this experience to Pine Tree Jamboree and share it with others feels especially meaningful.

Traditional Speed and Custom, LLC has chartered the WW&F Railway steam train for racers and their families on Friday morning, September 11th. This historic narrow gauge railway offers a unique opportunity to step back in time and experience a living piece of Maine history.

Racers and their families will have priority access to reserve seats on the train as they remain available. All are welcome to participate in the reliability run and spend time at the museum. More details will be shared as the event approaches.

Following an afternoon of racing, come together Friday evening, September 11, for a night of live music, laughter, and community put on by Owls Head Transportation Museum as part of Pine Tree Jamboree weekend.

Live Music 6:00–7:30 PM • Comedy Show at 7:30 PM • Cash Bar & Food Available

Racer Registration Package includes one free entry.
Additional tickets available at the door ($25).
Open to the public • 18+ event

See "Schedule Of Events" page for full description of this Event

Not everything at Pine Tree Jamboree is about going fast.

The Hot Rod Teeter Totter Challenge is all about balance, control, and a little bit of nerve. Drivers ease their cars onto the platform, finding that tipping point and holding it steady.

It’s simple, it’s fun, and it always draws a crowd.

Troy R. Bennett of The Mystery Jig tintypes makes authentic, 19th century-style photographs on on metal using the wet plate collodion photographic process, first invented in 1851. Each one of Bennett’s images is handmade, on the spot, and is one-of-a-kind work of art with no copy. He uses vintage camera equipment and lenses — and zero computers or AI — when crafting his pictures. Bennett’s tintypes are heirloom quality and will last for generations. 

  Everything you need for a comfortable and well-supported race weekend: 

• Owls Head Transportation Museum Access (included with registration) 
• On-Site Food & Refreshments 
• Restroom Facilities (available throughout the grounds) 
• Camping Areas (for registered Racers and Spectators) 
• Water Access (located near the STEM Center) 
• 24/7 Porta-John Access 
• Overnight Racer Trailer Parking (for off-site stays) 
• Pump-Out Services (available by request for an additional fee) 

The Owls Head Transportation Museum offers gated overnight weekend parking for racers staying off-site. Advance notice is not required but is greatly appreciated to assist with planning. 

Please indicate your needs during registration. 

We’re excited to have a variety of food and refreshments available throughout the weekend.

Joe and his team at the Owls Head Transportation Museum café will be serving up classic comfort food, including burgers, hot dogs, chicken sandwiches, mac & cheese, and more, along with breakfast each morning.

Taco Joe food truck will also be on-site, serving up delicious, mouthwatering tacos, including carne asada, seasoned chicken, and slow-roasted pork carnitas, each prepared with authentic Mexican spices. Burritos and quesadillas will also be available.

Ice Cream by Karl Erickson
We’re excited to have OHTM Aircraft Conservator Karl Erickson joining us at Pine Tree Jamboree. Karl, a dedicated museum volunteer, will be bringing his one-of-a-kind steampunk ice cream maker, powered by a make-and-break engine, something you won’t want to miss.

Ice cream will be available by donation, with proceeds supporting the local food pantry.

R&D Dept. LLC
Our youngest entrepreneurs will be serving up cotton candy, sweet treats, and popcorn, a fun and inspiring part of the Pine Tree Jamboree weekend.