Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the cost of admission?

A: Admission to this event is $5 per person. Children under 12 are free.

Q: How many people attended the last year?

A: Approximately 1,400 attended the last Mix Maine Culinary Festival, but it was located in the North Wing of the Augusta Civic Center which is much smaller than the auditorium where it is being hosted this year.

Q: Can I cook or prepare food onsite?

A: Yes, you may prepare food onsite for sampling purposes only. The ACC kitchen will not be available for cooking or dish washing. For additional information, see the exhibitor guidelines.

Q: Can I sell food prepared onsite?

A: No. Any food cooked onsite may only be given as samples.

Q: Can I sell alcohol?

A: No, you may not sell alcohol, but you may give out samples.

Due to the Augusta Civic Center’s liquor license, booth sampling requires ACC-authorized personnel to handle and pour product. Alcohol must be purchased for booth by the ACC. Vendor must hire ACC-certified bartender to pour and handle product at booth at $30.00/hour, paid directly to the bartender at the end of each day. If you plan to have alcoholic samples, please contact us (207) 622-0110.