Fall is such a great time to enjoy getting outside and enjoying delicious food. If you live in New England, here are some fantastic festivals for foodies, happening this weekend!
1. The Great NH Pie Festival (Milton, NH)
The whole day is dedicated to pie bakers, pie makers, and all things pie! Judges will be on hand to sample pies and award prizes in multiple categories. The public is also invited to sample pies from local bakeries, and vote for the people’s choice for best professional baker!
Learn more here.
2. The Pemaquid Oyster Festival (Damariscotta, ME)
The Oyster Festival is packed full of fun and educational exhibits, local vendors, loads of delicious oysters and the auditory pleasures provided by some of the finest musicians in the state.
More information here.
3. Vermont Wine and Harvest Festival (Wilmington, VT)
Festival-goers may shop, taste, and savor a truly unique Vermont experience in the tented festival area at Mount Snow Resort. Take a break from the tents and ride the Bluebird lift for a summit view of Southern Vermont’s glorious fall foliage.
More information here.
4. Caribbean Rum and Food Festival (Hartford, CT)
Organized by Authentic Caribbean Foundation, the expo highlights the uniqueness of Caribbean culture, offering arts, adventure, culture, cuisine, and music!
Get more information here.
5. Phantom Gourmet Food Festival (Waltham, MA)
This 21+ event bills itself as the "Most Delicious Party In History." Your ticket includes sampling dozens of favorite restaurants indoors and out, all around the town of Waltham.
Get more information here.
6. Armenian Food Fest (Providence, RI)
The website announces that all are welcome to enjoy "delicious homemade Armenian delicacies including Armenian pastries, and native dishes featuring fresh flame-grilled Chicken, Shish Kebab, and Losh Kebab." Sounds amazing!
Find more information here.
7. Common Ground Country Fair (Unity, ME)
Though not strictly a food festival, it would be hard to argue that a better assortment of good eating might be found anywhere else in Maine this weekend. Expect lots of organic "farm-to-table" fare, and agricultural demonstrations of all kinds.
More information here.
8. St. John the Baptist Greek Festival (Boston, MA)
Sample delicious homemade Greek pastries, and enjoy dancing at St. John the Baptist's Annual Greek Festival.
Get more information here.
9. Concord Multicultural Festival
The Concord Multicultural Festival is an annual event in September to celebrate the beauty of diversity in the New Hampshire's capital area, featuring foods, performances, art, activities, and a parade of flags, all presented by local community members.
Find out more here.
10. Seafood Fest (Charlestown, RI)
Calling all Seafood lovers! Lobster, oysters, and craft beer, all converge in one place this weekend. You'll find everything from lobster rolls to clam chowder to sashimi at this lively event celebrating foods from the sea.
Get more information here.
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Anna Chesley
Anna Chesley is a freelance writer living a homestead lifestyle, with a special love for family travel, old books, vintage skills, and seaside living. In addition to founding Salt In My Coffee, she runs the website, New England Family Life, as well as The 1800's Housewife, a website devoted to re-creating authentic 1800's recipes.
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