This is a day by and for fermentation lovers—whether you’re a kraut newbie or a koji master. Come connect, taste, learn, and celebrate Maine’s vibrant fermentation culture.
Here’s What’s Brewing at the Festival:
Meet Home Fermenters & Taste Unique Creations
Chat with passionate local fermenters sharing their latest projects—from dulse wine and sourdough to douchi, cider, sauerkraut, and beyond. Get inspired and swap stories!
Workshops with Fermentation Pros
Level up your skills with workshops held at The Green Block featuring experts from:
Kimchi Beyond Compare – Kimchi
Winter Hill Farm – Cheese
Maine Gravy – Hot Sauce
A Small Good Co – Charcuterie
West Maquoit Vinegar Works – Pickling and vinegars
Workshop Tickets:
Tickets are offered on a sliding scale to keep learning accessible:
$30 — Covers your spot
$60 — Helps pay our speakers
$90 — Supports scholarships so no one is turned away
Culture Swap Table
Bring a SCOBY, sourdough starter, kefir grains, or other cultures to share—or take one home! Let’s keep the fermentation community growing.
Fermentation Competition
Enter your homebrews, krauts, hot sauces, or ferments into our judged competition! Receive constructive feedback from professional fermenters to hone your craft. Fill out the entry form before the event (you can also submit the day of if you’re a last minute type).
Raffle with Amazing Prizes
Buy a ticket for a chance to win fermentation gear, local goods, and more. All proceeds support Maine Ferments’ mission!
Shop Local Fermented Goods
Explore a curated lineup of Maine’s finest fermenters selling everything from miso and kombucha to hot sauce and fermented veggies.
Help Us Spread the Word!
We can’t wait to ferment with you!
Bubbly regards,
The Team at Maine Ferments