Maine’s Largest Food Truck Park Opens This Month

A food truck lover’s dream exists in the state of Maine—and it would make for the perfect summer road trip!

Food trucks have existed since as early as the 1930s, but they gained major popularity in more recent decades following the 2008 recession. At any given time, there are a multitude of trucks out on the streets in the Bangor area and beyond.

Congdon’s After Dark is New England’s largest food truck park, located in Wells, Maine, adjacent to the iconic Congdon’s Doughnuts.

Since 2017, it has become a must-visit summer destination, offering an incredible mix of food, drinks, and entertainment—and best of all, the gorgeous Wells Beach is just nearby!

They are set to open for the season, Thursday, May 21st!

Here is what to know before you go:

Food Trucks: Each evening, 10 food trucks serve a diverse range of cuisines, including BBQ, seafood, Thai, vegan, gluten-free, and more. The lineup changes nightly, featuring both local favorites and new vendors. In 2025, 27 different trucks were scheduled throughout the season.

Beer Garden: The park’s Maine-centric beer garden offers a selection of craft beers from local breweries, some infused with flavors from Congdon’s Doughnuts, such as the Honey Dip Blonde and Jelly Doughnut IPA.

Entertainment: Enjoy live music, Monday car shows, and family-friendly activities like balloon artists and face painting. Tithing Tuesdays support local nonprofits, with 10% of food truck proceeds donated each week.

Atmosphere: The park offers both indoor and outdoor seating, free parking, and is pet-friendly (leashed pets welcome). It’s located less than two miles from Wells Beach, making it an easy stop for beachgoers.

Season & Hours: Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend, Thursday–Sunday, 4 p.m.–8 p.m.

Location: Congdon’s After Dark is located at 1100 Post Road, Wells, Maine, in the parking lot of Congdon’s Doughnuts.

Check out the daily lineup of food trucks on their website and dig in!