Midcoast Maine Cheese Trail with Creameries, Farm Breweries, Wineries and Vineyards

Maine-made cheese, wine, beer and distilled spirits, straight from the source. Plan a visit to these farms while you're traveling in Maine during the warmer months. Cheese Trail farm visits are an opportunity to meet the producers and their farm animals, purchase Maine-made goods, and immerse yourself in the taste of Maine. The region is famous for its natural beauty, from rolling farm fields and ocean vistas to cooling spring fed lakes. Check with each farm on your itinerary for open days and hours, and learn about special events in our listings below. Maine. The way life should be, and is!

VISIT ALL THE CREAMERIES, GET A SURPRISE ON US! You may see our 2019 rack card at various Midcoast Maine Farmers' Markets, info centers and businesses this season. Grab one, keep it in your car. Visit each Creamery on the Trail, have them check off your visit, and on the last stop, you'll be eligible for a surprise on us!

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15dec11:00 am3:00 pmFeaturedDecember Pop-up Events on Midcoast Cheese TrailTake a break from the crowds, head out to the farm...grab that holiday cheese!

15dec11:00 am3:00 pmGoat Solstice at Fuzzy Udder CreameryCelebrate one of the shortest days of the year...

15dec11:00 am3:00 pmYule Goat Festivities at Pumpkin Vine Family FarmRaising funds for Indian school children...

Event Details

Help us spread the magic of Christmas from Scandinavia to India at Pumpkin Vine Farm’s special Yule Goat celebration on December 15. In Scandinavian tradition, the Yule Goat brings presents to children at Christmas, accompanied by the Tomten, a farm gnome who looks after the well-being of the animals. This year, the Yule Goat is raising funds for underprivileged schoolchildren in Varanasi, India. Come enjoy our magical event for free, then pass on the gift through a purchase of a special fundraising goat calendar and/or direct donation. The magic starts with a traditional Scandinavian story, followed by handcrafts and hot chocolate by the fireside. Wear winter clothes & boots so you can enjoy a magical forest hike with our Yule goats, resplendent in their blankets and bells, and decorate a tree for the wild birds. Bring a sled if it’s snowy; we have amazing sledding hills!

After a visit to the barn, browse the local crafts and farm-fresh treats at the farm’s holiday market. All our products are made by local artisans and reflect the beauty and bounty of nature, from wreaths to wooden bowls, felted friends, and hand-blown glass jewelry. Our edible treats include cajeta (goat’s milk caramel sauce), smoked gouda, sausage, local honey, and squash, potatoes and other veggies for your Christmas feast. The farm is located at 217 Hewett Rd in Somerville; for more information, visit www.pumpkinvinefamilyfarm.com, email info@pumpkinvinefamilyfarm or call (207) 549-3096.