Chainsaws & Chuckwagons

When: July 19, 20, 21, & 22, 2023
Where: Centennial Park 630 Eighth Street, Frederick, CO 80530

Only the most masterful chainsaw carvers can turn giant logs into beautiful works of art and we’re bringing them to Frederick to compete against each other! The carving competition will take place July 19, 20, 21, and 22 with family entertainment and food trucks (Chuckwagons)! Hour-long quick carves will be auctioned off on the spot on select days of the event. 

Don't forget! This is a competition. Bring the whole family out to see the completed wood carvings and vote for your favorite masterpiece carving (the big ones). 



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2023 Carvers

We're looking for the most masterful chainsaw carvers to compete for four days in July. Submit your Chainsaw Carver Application to be considered as a 2023 Chainsaws & Chuckwagons Carver. 

2023 Sponsor Opportunities

Carve out some time to engage with our community at this regional event! Chainsaws & Chuckwagons draws crowds into Frederick throughout the entire competition as the carvers turn giant logs into beautiful pieces of art! Supporting Chainsaws and Chuckwagons allows the event to flourish and helps provide artwork that stays within the town for years to come. Check out the 2023 Sponsor Opportunities.

Market Vendors 

Market vendors have the opportunity to participate in our signature events during a vendor market at the event! To be considered a market vendor, you must fit into one of three categories:

  • Grower/Producer/Food
  • Artisan/Crafter
  • Non-Profit

Complete the Market Vendor Application to be considered.

If your business doesn’t fit into one of these three categories, you can still participate in the event as a sponsor!

Food Vendors

There are many opportunities throughout the year for food vendors (food trucks, food booths, etc.) at Town events. Complete the Food Vendor Application to see available opportunities and be considered for our events. 

Logs Provided By 
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Notice of Filming and Photography

When you attend this event, you enter an area where photography, audio, and video recording may occur. By entering the event premises, you consent to such recording media and its release, publication, exhibition, and/or reproduction.