2026 PoutineFest Lineup: Four Huge Celebrations of Poutine
If you love poutine in New England, 2026 is shaping up to be our biggest and boldest season yet.
PoutineFest USA is bringing the gravy-filled magic to four incredible destinations across New Hampshire, Maine, Vermont, and Boston, with each stop offering its own unique atmosphere, local flavor, and championship-caliber poutine competition. From longtime poutiniacs to first-time festivalgoers, this is the year to plan your full PoutineFest road trip.
Our 2026 lineup is now set! Each one promises a one-of-a-kind celebration of food, culture, music, and French-Canadian pride.
Granite State PoutineFest 2026
August 29, 2026 • 603 Brewery • Londonderry, NH
New Hampshire kicks off the 2026 season with a major new chapter.
For the first time, our New Hampshire PoutineFest moves to 603 Brewery in Londonderry, giving fans more room, a fresh venue experience, and the same beloved PoutineFest energy that made this event a regional phenomenon. This exciting transition marks the evolution of New Hampshire’s original poutine celebration into a bigger and even more immersive festival day.
Expect:
Top poutine vendors from across New Hampshire and beyond
Craft beer from 603 Brewery
Music
Family-friendly activities
The battle for New Hampshire’s coveted championship belt
Tickets go on sale May 16, and demand is expected to be intense as this new era begins. For anyone searching for New Hampshire poutine events, this will once again be the can’t-miss culinary event of late summer.
Maine PoutineFest 2026
September 19, 2026 • Thompson’s Point • Portland, Maine
Maine PoutineFest returns to Portland’s iconic Thompson’s Point, one of the most scenic and vibrant event venues in New England.
Set against the Fore River, Maine PoutineFest has become one of the premier food festivals in Maine, attracting food lovers from across the Northeast. Maine chefs continue to bring creativity to the table, often featuring seafood-inspired poutines, lobster twists, and inventive local ingredients that make this event unforgettable.
Why Maine stands out:
Portland’s celebrated food scene elevates the competition
Waterfront venue atmosphere creates a festival destination feel
Some of New England’s most inventive poutine chefs compete here
If you're looking for the best food festivals in Portland Maine in 2026, this belongs at the top of your list.
Vermont PoutineFest 2026
October 4, 2026 • The Pinery • Burlington, Vermont
Vermont PoutineFest heads back to Burlington for another unforgettable autumn celebration at The Pinery.
Few settings match the charm of Vermont in early October, and Burlington gives this event a perfect backdrop of fall foliage, lakefront beauty, and vibrant culinary creativity. Vermont chefs are known for bold farm-to-table takes on poutine, making this one of the most distinctive stops on the tour.
Expect:
Vermont craft-inspired poutine creations
Beautiful Burlington fall atmosphere
Local beer, cider, and musical entertainment
A passionate crowd of returning poutiniacs
For anyone searching Burlington Vermont food festivals this fall, Vermont PoutineFest delivers one of the most flavorful weekends of the season.
Boston PoutineFest 2026
October 17, 2026 • Harpoon Brewery • Boston, Massachusetts
PoutineFest returns for its biggest city celebration yet at Harpoon Brewery.
Boston brings urban energy, massive crowds, and a high-profile culinary stage that makes this one of the most anticipated poutine events in the United States. Harpoon Brewery offers the perfect setting for a lively fall festival packed with food, drinks, and championship-level competition.
Boston guests can expect:
Elite regional poutine vendors
Harpoon beer pairings
Big city festival atmosphere
One of the fiercest championship battles of the year
Boston PoutineFest will become one of the standout specialty food events in Massachusetts.
Why 2026 Is the Biggest PoutineFest Season Yet
This year’s lineup reflects how far PoutineFest USA has grown. What began as a regional celebration has become the largest poutine festival series in the United States, connecting New Hampshire, Maine, Vermont, and Boston into one shared New England culinary tradition.
Whether you attend one stop or all four, 2026 is the perfect year to become a full-fledged poutiniac.
Get Ready for Tickets
Tickets sell out fast every year, and several 2025 events reached capacity quickly.
Mark your calendars:
NH Tickets: May 16, 2026
Maine Tickets: June 13, 2026
Vermont Tickets: June 27, 2026
Boston Tickets: July 11, 2026
Visit PoutineFest.com to secure your tickets and follow updates as vendor lineups are announced. 2026 is not just another year for PoutineFest. It’s the biggest gravy celebration New England has ever seen.