Maine Food Festival Ranked No. 2 in U.S. by USA Today

Well done, Dover-Foxcroft!

The Maine Whoopie Pie Festival earned national recognition by placing second in the country for “Best Specialty Food Festival.” The festival is part of USA Today's "10 Best Readers Choice Awards" a program in which travel and food editors nominate standout experiences across various categories and the public votes for their favorites.

This impressive showing tells you just how beloved Maine’s favorite treat is, proving that whoopie pies were a big hit with both judges and voters alike.

Best of all, if you haven’t experienced this incredible event yet, don’t worry—it’s just around the corner!

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The sweetest day in Maine is back for 2026. On Saturday, June 13th, the town of Dover-Foxcroft, once again becomes the Whoopie Pie capital of the world, when this beloved yearly event returns for another exciting year.

For the second time in its 17-year history, the Festival will be held at the Piscataquis Valley Fairgrounds instead of downtown Dover-Foxcroft. The fairgrounds are located at 77 Fairview Ave, Dover-Foxcroft.

Don't miss this iconic event, that will run from 10am-4pm

Make sure you make the trip for a day of fun, music, and of course…food!

A whole day of artists, crafters, vendors, live music, games, and activities for kids, dozens of bakers, and tens of thousands of whoopie pies.

The Maine Whoopie Pie Festival began way back in 2009, and it has become a must-attend afternoon for the whole family and community.

Where else can you sample so many different whoopie pie flavors from all over New England, and do some great people watching at the same time?

Enjoy 6 hours of delicious food, games, live music, artists & vendors on a beautiful Saturday summer afternoon.

As always, the cost is just $6 per person, and kids 12 and under get in free!!

See ya there, June 13th!