The idea for Farmer Fest was born in Spring 2025 by Washington County musicians and community organizers wanting to uplift local music, local food, and cultivate a loving community.
Farmers are some of the most hardworking and often least celebrated people — let’s change that equation!
ABOUT THE ORGANIZERS
Downeast Farmers and Makers (FAM) is a grassroots organization based in Machias, Maine. We provide upbeat community events highlighting live music, local food and connection to nature.
Our mission is to build well-being through wholesome gatherings. In 2025, Downeast FAM organized the first annual Farmer Fest music festival in East Machias at Swiftwater Farm, to celebrate the hardworking farmers, artists and creative folks in our special Way Downeast Community. We believe in the future of this place rooted in a culture of kindness, belonging and positivity.
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