Rhubarb Fest Magic at Kendall Farm: Pies, Mocktails & Family Fun in Downeast Maine! 🍓🥧🎶
- Gerry Caron
- Jun 1
- 4 min read
Rhubarb Fest Magic at Kendall Farm: Celebrate All Things Tart & Tasty! 🍇🎉
Every year on the first Saturday in June, rhubarb lovers from across Maine and beyond gather in the small town of Perry for a one-of-a-kind celebration: The Rhubarb Festival at Kendall Farm! Created by Georgie Kendall in 2022, this fun-filled Downeast Maine festival shines a delicious spotlight on rhubarb—a tart, tangy stalk that has long been a misunderstood pie ingredient. With cooking demos, mocktails, music, games, and all things rhubarb, it’s the sweetest way to kick off summer in Washington County at the Rhubarb Fest Magic at Kendall Farm!
💚 Why Visit the Rhubarb Festival at Kendall Farm?
Georgie Kendall grew up in Perry, Maine, inspired by her grandmother Leona’s baking prowess. As a child, she always wondered why the rhubarb pies were the last ones eaten at church suppers. Today, Georgie is on a mission to change that—and the Rhubarb Festival is her joyful tribute to the underestimated stalk.
Hosted on the scenic Kendall Farmstead, the festival is a tribute to community, food heritage, sustainability, and family fun. If you love gardening, local food, live music, and unique experiences, this is the must-attend event of early summer in Downeast Maine.
🌱 What to Expect in 2025
Date: Saturday, June 7, 2025Time: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PMLocation: Kendall Farm, 599 Shore Rd, Perry, ME 04667Admission: By donationWebsite: kendallfarmcottages.com
Theme: “Pies, Pies and More Pies!”
2025 Highlights Include:
Rhubarb planting & care demos with master gardeners 🌿
Pie crust workshops 🥧
Tasting tables & rhubarb-eating competition 🧁
Mocktails & "rhubarbuterie" boards at the new Rhu Bar 🥂
Art activities, kids’ games & face painting 🎨
Oral storytelling & history booth 🏛️
Live music all afternoon 🎶
30+ local craft, farm, and food vendors 🏡
🚀 Featured Events & Schedule Highlights
Workshops & Demos – Learn from Local Experts!
Planting Rhubarb (Ellen Johnson, Lamb Cove Farm)
Perfecting Pie Crusts (Rich Fulghum)
Rhubarb Preservation (Iva Kinney)
Creative Rhubarb Cooking (Wendy Candelmo)
Rhubarb Wine Making (Mike Look)
Essential Oils in Self-care (Erine Leigh)
Live Music Lineup — Don’t Miss the Beat!
DJ John Z
Celtic String Things!
Lucy Zwigard and Friends
Gene Nichols & the Ukulele Club
Patrick Cormier
Fun for All Ages — Family-Friendly Festivities!
Obstacle course, boa constrictor demo
Rhubarb stalk-eating contest
Wax-resist art project using rhubarb leaves
Raffles & giveaways throughout the day!
🛎️ Vendors You’ll Love
From baked goods to handmade crafts, browse and shop from:
Pie Ladies’ Bakery
Crystal Electric Crafts
Moon Shadow Stone Jewelry
Smithereen Farm
Three Islands Oysters
Scythe Supply
Dozens more local artisans, farms, and small businesses!
ℹ️ Visitor Tips
Bring a reusable water bottle, tote bag, sunscreen & bug spray
Rain or shine event
No pets, no vaping, no smoking
Bring a lawn chair and cash for purchases
Make Rhubarb Your New Favorite Flavor This Summer!
Whether you're a seasoned gardener, a pie fanatic, or just looking for a fun and flavorful festival in Maine, the Rhubarb Festival at Kendall Farm delivers a day full of flavor, flair, and fun. Mark your calendars for June 7, 2025 and experience the rhubarb revolution for yourself!
Contact Information
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📞 Contact: (207) 853-2920
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If you love gardening, local food, live music, and unique experiences, this is the must-attend event of early summer in Downeast Maine.
