Nineteen years ago, Harvest on the Harbor was established to celebrate Maine’s burgeoning hospitality community and the individuals bringing it all to life. Nearly two decades later, that mission feels more important than ever.
In a time when life moves fast and can feel uncertain, the simple act of gathering, of slowing down to share a meal, raising a glass, and connecting, carries even deeper meaning. Maine’s chefs, distillers, brewers, oyster farmers, lobstermen, bakers, cheesemakers, and hospitality teams are not only feeding us, they’re nurturing the communities that make this state such a truly unique and special place to live and visit.
Harvest on the Harbor has always been more than a food festival. It’s a reflection of Maine itself, a place where craft, creativity, and care matter. Every bite and sip tells a story of heritage and hard work, seasonality, and connection to the coast, woods, and farms that define our landscape.
This year’s lineup once again brings together the people who make Maine’s food and drink scene shine. From the Maine Lobster Chef of the Year competition to the Maine Pour, featuring Maine’s finest distillers, and From the Sea to Maine Oysterfest, our chefs and makers remind us what hospitality truly means: generosity, pride, and joy in sharing what we create.
Events like Harvest on the Harbor remind us of the awesome power of gathering around good food and good company. Every pour, plate, and conversation helps sustain not only small businesses but also the connections that hold our communities together.
So whether you’re joining us for the first time or the nineteenth, come hungry for more than what’s on the menu. Come ready to reconnect with the people, the place, and the passion that make Maine deliciously one of a kind.
