Bites & Sites
Downtown Skowhegan Food Tour
Saturday, November 21st | 11:00am-1:30pm | $60/ticket
Bites & Sites: From Old Spaces to New Places
Explore Rural Revitalization Through Food
A Downtown Skowhegan Food Tour
11:00am Meet at Main Street Skowhegan's new Base Camp!
(Public parking can be found across the street from 16 Island Ave.)
We’ll begin with a brief introduction to Main Street Skowhegan, sharing what we’ve been working on and our plans to restore the historic fire station. From there, we’ll explore how some of Skowhegan’s historic spaces—including an 1864 bank, the former county jail, and a spinning mill—have been reimagined as vibrant spaces for local culinary entrepreneurs.
Please note that the tour involves walking between locations and operates rain or shine. Guests will walk through downtown Skowhegan, experiencing local food. Comfortable footwear is recommended. Please contact danielle@mainstreetskowhegan.org with any dietary restrictions or special instructions.
Event Overview
Bites & Sites is a guided walking food tour; allowing you to taste your way through Skowhegan. This experience highlights local flavors, community stories, and the vibrant corridor through curated tastings at participating restaurants and food businesses.
Guests will enjoy a progressive dining experience, walking between locations and learning about each business along the way.
Tour Schedule
Tours run approximately 2.5 hours
Check-in begins at 15 minutes before start at:
Skowhegan Outdoors Basecamp Gear Library
16 Island Ave, Skowhegan, ME 04976
What's Included?
- Guided downtown food tour experience
- Tastings at each participating business
- Storytelling and behind-the-scenes insights from local businesses
Tour Stops
Each tour includes several curated stops:
- Skowhegan Outdoors Basecamp Gear Library
- The Bankery & Skowhegan Fleuriste
- Crooked Face Creamery: Handcrafted Artisan Cheese
- The Millers Table at Maine Grains
- Skowhegan Biergarten
Tickets are required as space is limited.
Price: $60 per person
