Something sweet has been missing from the Vineyard this summer.
The three Murdick’s Fudge locations in Edgartown, Oak Bluffs and Vineyard Haven have been closed after the operating manager was involved in an accident, according to signs posted on the confectionaries’ doors.
The company, which started on Mackinac Island in Michigan and opened locations on the Vineyard in 1979, wrote that it wanted to reopen as soon as possible.
“We are working hard behind the scenes and look forward to welcoming you back later this summer,” the note read.
Company officials did not respond to requests for comment.
The fudge shops have been a tourist favorite, and they previously hired about 25 employees to make more than 14 different varieties of fudge.
Though the Vineyard locations are closed, Murdick’s signs directed customers to online ordering at the company’s website.
This article appears in August 21, 2026.
I’m so sorry to hear this. I had thought only the Vineyard Haven store was closed. I called Murdick’s Mackinac Island location on June 19 and was told that Mike had been involved in an accident. At the time, they were hopeful that the Union Street store would reopen in early August.
I met Mike last year and found him to be an extremely hard worker, a genuinely nice guy, and very engaging. I hope he is recovering well and wish him nothing but the best. If there is anything I can do to help, I would be glad to lend a hand.
Wishing Mike a speedy recovery! I have to say this is the best fudge I have ever had and it’s just the way my mother made it. I always think of her when I eat it!
Hello Murray,
My family and I appreciate your warm thoughts for Mike. Will print up this article for him. He is still in rehab and working very hard through these trying months.
He will be happy to hear folks out there still cheering for him.
Wishing Mike a speedy recovery.
Wishing Mike a speedy recovery!! My coworkers will be heartbroken when I return to the office without Murdick’s Fudge! Take good care and get better soon.
Wishing Mike the best. Great fudge, hoping he has a speedy recovery and thanks to the family for providing such a great product for so many years.