# Event Details - **Event Name**: Somerville Fermentation Festival 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 16 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sun, 16 Aug, 2026 at 05:00 pm - **Event Description**: Join us at the second annual Somerville Fermentation Festival for a bubbling celebration of the world of fermented foods!About this EventCalling all foodies and fermentation enthusiasts from around New England! The second-annual Somerville Fermentation Festival will take place on on Sunday, August 16 at the Center for the Arts at the Armory, 191 Highland Ave, Somerville, MA 02143.This engaging community event celebrates the world of fermented foods and the people and microbes who make them. The SFF aims to enrich attendees' understanding of the microbial world, connect regional fermenters, and inspire participation in this ancient, accessible culinary craft.From 10:00 am to 11:00 am, the festival will be open to Early Access ticket holders only. At 11:00, our doors open to the public!Early Access Ticket Also Includes:Free admission to all Speaker Series sessions (subject to availability)*20% discount on Guided Tasting Series (subject to availability)*A branded festival tote along with a sticker, raffle ticket, and 10% off festival merchandise*Early Access ticket holders will receive a promo code via email after purchase. Registration is required for all sessions—spots are limited!Main Programming:Exhibitors: Over 20 local fermenters and growers will offer samples and sales of locally-made fermented foods from across New England, including chocolate, fresh bread, kombucha, pickles, miso, and soy sauce.Speaker Series: Lectures and discussions on fermentation led by local experts. Tickets for the Speaker Series are available for purchase - see the full lineup and links below!Kraut Mob: Free, guided sauerkraut-making demonstration where participants create and take home their own fermenting cabbage.Fermentation Help Desk: Expert-staffed station for questions about fermentation techniques and troubleshooting.Culture Sharing Table & Book Swap: Hands-on exploration of fermentation cultures, starters, & resource sharing.Ready-to-Eat Food: Tacos, dosas, pizza, & baked goods from local restaurants & bakeries showcasing fermentation flavors.Live musicFree and open to the public, this popular event preserves and celebrates the culturally rich practice of fermentation through demonstration, education, and community connection.Connect with culture and community at the Somerville Fermentation Festival! For the complete schedule and full vendor lineup, visit https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/d0dcc1e0-964e-11f1-b940-55345dfad50a-rimg-w1110-h740-dcd8d8c8-gmir.jpg Speaker Series - Reserve Your Spot!Dive deeper into the culture! All day long, the region's best fermenters, bakers, and makers are leading talks and tastings you won't find anywhere else. Seats are limited — reserve yours now. with registered dietitian Maureen Hodgdon - 11:15 AM with Rebecca Echevarria of Meant to Ferment - 12:15 PM with Hunter Elson of HEX Superette (non-alcoholic, all ages) - 12:30 PMwith James Davis of Bay Staters for Creative Well-Being - 1:15 PM with Eliot Martin of Marzae Wines (21+) - 2:00 PM with Meaghan & Shane Carpenter of HEX Ferments - 2:15 PM with Jason Bond (Bondir), Daisy Chow (Breadboard Bakery), Dana Gilmore (CSCA Cafe), and Ayham Haddad (Mahalab Bakery), moderated by Andrew Janjigian of Wordloaf - 3:30 PM - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/somerville/somerville-fermentation-festival-2026/100001991202135188 - **Event Categories**: festivals, music, live-music, entertainment, it, art, music-festivals - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: all_ages - door_time: 2026-08-16T13:45:00Z - Duration: 7 hours - Location: Arts at the Armory - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 35, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Somerville - **state**: MA - **country**: United States - **location**: Arts at the Armory - **lat**: 42.3896283 - **long**: -71.1060766 - **full address**: Arts at the Armory, 191 Highland Avenue, Somerville, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Somerville Fermentation Festival 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/99042617cabbe244b7a69ee59ee4bf68868df66208b5fee29776abef4c6384ff-rimg-w1200-h592-dca3ac71-gmir.jpg?v=1781062549 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Somerville Fermentation Festival 2026 being held? - **A:** Somerville Fermentation Festival 2026 takes place on Sun, 16 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sun, 16 Aug, 2026 at 05:00 pm at Arts at the Armory, 191 Highland Avenue, Somerville, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Somerville Fermentation Festival 2026? - **A:** Somerville Fermentation Festival 2026 is organized by Somerville Fermentation Festival. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Somerville Fermentation Festival 2026 is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Somerville, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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