Storybook Christmas
2024-12-12 16:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Kennebunkport Conservation Trust, Gravelly Brook Road 57, Kennebunkport, ME, 04046, United States
Join us for a magical evening as Santa Claus reads ’Twas the Night Before Christmas to the children, Mrs. Claus leads the children in making their own “gingerbread” houses and elves will help them with holiday photos.

Victorian Ornament Workshop
2024-12-12 17:30 - 19:00 | Briar & Bone, Main Street 285, Biddeford, ME, 04005, United States
Many Christmas traditions we celebrate today can be traced back to the Victorian era, including the most iconic Christmas symbol of all: the Christmas tree.
In this workshop, you’ll learn about Victorian Christmas traditions, and craft three styles of Victorian inspired ornaments. Using a variety of specialty papers, tinsel, wire, and other embellishments, you’ll learn the techniques Victorians used to create seasonal decor for their homes.
Thursday, December 12, 5:30pm-7pm.All materials provided, and traditional Victorian wassail will be served.
This workshop is limited to 10 participants.

Holiday Wreath Making
2024-12-12 17:30 - 21:00 | Sacred Profane, Washington Street 50, Biddeford, ME, 04005, United States
Come join us at Sacred Profane Brewery and Tankpub on Wednesday, Dec 11, and Thursday Dec. 12, 2024 at 6:00 PM for a fun-filled wreath-making event! Get into the holiday spirit with a cup of cheer (delicious lager) and create your very own modern wreath. No experience is necessary, Sofia Doe of Perception Greenspace Design will guide you step-by-step. Just bring your creativity and we’ll provide locally foraged materials. Let’s get crafty together and make this holiday season extra special!

Christmas Prelude - Ceramic Lighted Christmas Tree
2024-12-12 18:00 - 20:30 | The Creative Soul, Christensen Lane 2, Kennebunk, ME, 04043, United States
Join us at The Creative Soul during Kennebunkport’s Christmas Prelude for a nostalgic holiday experience!

Girl’s Night Out: Wreath Making!
2024-12-12 19:00 - 21:00 | The Town House School, 135 North Street, Kennebunkport, ME, 04046, United States
Join us for a fun and creative evening of wreath decorating!

Christmas Prelude Trolley Rides
2024-12-13 09:30 - 17:30, 2024-12-14 09:30 - 17:30 | Seashore Trolley Museum, 195 Log Cabin Road, Kennebunkport, ME, 04046, United States
Come out to the Seashore Trolley Museum for a special winter treat!

Everlasting Winter Wreath Making
2024-12-13 10:00 - 15:00, 2024-12-14 10:00 - 15:00 | Kennebunkport Captains Collection, 6 Pleasant Street, Kennebunkport, ME, 04046, United States
Looking for the perfect homemade gift? Join us to create a beautiful wreath your family and friends will love!

Holiday Songs Sing-Along with Mr. Eric
2024-12-13 10:00 - 22:30 | Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library, 18 Maine Street, Kennebunkport, ME, 04046, United States
Join us for a special story time while we play instruments Mr. Eric will play his guitar and lead us in some great holiday songs.

Family Crafts
2024-12-13 11:00 - 16:00 | Kennebunkport Captains Collection, 6 Pleasant Street, Kennebunkport, ME, 04046, United States
Looking for some family fun? Join us for an arts & crafts session everyone will enjoy.

South African Wine Tasting at Earth
2024-12-13 14:00 - 15:30 | Earth at Hidden Pond, 354 Goose Rocks Rd, Kennebunkport, ME, 04046, United States
Join us at Earth at Hidden Pond as we celebrate Christmas Prelude where you’ll experience the warm and savory flavors of South African Wines.

Prelude Family Street Festival
2024-12-13 16:00 - 18:30 | Dock Square, 1 Dock Square, Kennebunkport, ME, United States
Join Us! WalkStrolling carolers, live music from Women of Note and Sir Don, the Heritage of America Band’s Heritage Winds, Beau Dalleo, the Kennebunk High School Chamber Choir, food vendors, ice carving, a life-size snow globe, and more will be featured at this family-friendly festival.

Christmas Prelude entertainment at The Burleigh
2024-12-13 17:00 - 22:00 | The Burleigh, Dock Square 1, Kennebunkport, ME, 04046, United States
Join us at The Burleigh inside the Kennebunkport Inn for the finest entertainment during the renowned Christmas Prelude! Celebrate in style with us as we light up the season, bringing the best merriment in town to this cherished holiday tradition.

Tree Lighting Ceremony in Dock Square
2024-12-13 17:30 - 18:30 | Dock Square, 1 Dock Square, Kennebunkport, ME, United States
Tree Lighting Ceremony in Dock Square officially begins the season. Join in Christmas caroling with the Kennebunk High School Chamber Choir, followed by the lighting of the tree at 6 p.m.

Fire & Ice Friday Night with Motor Booty Affair!
2024-12-13 18:00 - 22:00 | The Nonantum Resort, 95 Ocean Avenue, Kennebunkport, ME, 04046, United States
Join us for the 14th Annual Fire & Ice Soirée, the premier event of the year, with special musical guest Motor Booty Affair!

Little Elves Hip Hop Workshop (ages 6-10) at River Tree Arts
2024-12-13 18:30 - 20:30 | River Tree Arts, 35 Western Ave., Kennebunk, ME, 04043, United States
Enjoy some free time enjoying the festivities in and around town while your little one enjoys a hip-hop dance workshop and craft activity.

Cozy Cocoa Nights for Christmas Prelude
2024-12-13 18:30 - 21:00 | Earth at Hidden Pond, 354 Goose Rocks Rd, Kennebunkport, ME, 04046, United States
Join us at Earth’s Farm Bar on the patio for hot chocolate and bar menu bites to begin or end your festive outing.

Chris Collins & Boulder Canyon: A John Denver Christmas
2024-12-13 19:00 - 20:00 | Jonathan’s Ogunquit, Bourne Lane 92, Ogunquit, ME, 03907, United States
Chris Collins and Boulder Canyon welcome in the holiday season with a special Christmas concert. A John Denver Christmas is a delightful blend of traditional Christmas music with some of your favorite John Denver hits and songs of the season! Winning much acclaim and delighting audiences across the country, Chris Collins and Boulder Canyon will bring you home for the holidays with music from an artist that shaped a generation.

Prelude Concert – Haloye & The Boys at River Tree Arts
2024-12-13 19:00 - 21:00 | River Tree Arts, 35 Western Ave., Kennebunk, ME, 04043, United States
Join locally-formed band “Haloye & The Boys” to celebrate Prelude with an evening of festive fun and music that includes some blues, soul, funk, and holiday songs.

Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn
2024-12-13 19:30 - 21:30 | City Theater, 205 Main Street, Biddeford, ME, 04005, United States
Irving Berlin’s musical Holiday Inn is based on the classic film, this joyous musical features thrilling dance numbers, laugh-out-loud comedy and a parade of hit Irving Berlin songs, including “Blue Skies,” “Easter Parade,” “Steppin’ Out With My Baby,” “Heat Wave,” “White Christmas,” “Be Careful, It’s My Heart,” “Cheek to Cheek,” “Shaking the Blues Away” and many more!

Irving Berlin's musical: HOLIDAY INN
2024-12-13 19:30 - 21:30 | City Theater, 205 Main Street, Biddeford, ME, 04005, United States
Join City Theater this Christmas season for Holiday Inn, the recent Broadway musical based on the hit 1942 film that starred Bing Crosby and Fred Astaire. This new musical with music & lyrics by Irving Berlin and book by Gordon Greenberg & Chad Hodge features almost two dozen irresistible Irving Berlin songs including “White Christmas”, “Easter Parade”, “Steppin’ Out With My Baby,” “Shaking the Blues Away,” “Cheek to Cheek” and “Heatwave.” With winningly edgy humor, tap dancing guaranteed to knock your socks off, elaborate costumes, and a cast that can do anything and everything, you won’t want to miss the Maine premiere of this holiday classic. Holiday Inn runs December 6th-22nd.

Craft Fair at Coffee Roasters of the Kennebunks
2024-12-14 08:00 - 16:00 | Coffee Roasters of the Kennebunks, Port Road 163, Kennebunk, ME, 04043, United States
Join us for our 2nd annual Craft Fair at the Coffee Roasters! Local handmade goods and gifts!

Kids Winter Fun Workshop Ages 6-11
2024-12-14 08:00 - 17:00 | River Tree Arts, 35 Western Ave., Kennebunk, ME, 04043, United States
Gear up for winter fun with our exciting multi-project kids’ workshop!

Breakfast with Santa
2024-12-14 08:30 - 10:30 | Kittery Community Center, Rogers Road 120, Kittery, ME, 03904, United States
The kids will have a chance to tell Santa their holiday wishes and have a picture taken. We’ll serve breakfast, coffee, hot cocoa, and juice. Bring the whole family for a great morning of fun.

Artisan Holiday Fair at The Center
2024-12-14 09:00 - 16:00 | The Center, Port Road 175, Kennebunk, ME, 04043, United States
Artisan Fair featuring handcrafted boxwood trees, beautifully decorated wreaths, and swags, a maker’s market featuring local goods and gifts, gourmet cocoa and mulled cider bar, plus much more!

Children’s Craft Day
2024-12-14 09:30 - 12:00 | Dyer Library Saco Museum, Main Street 371, Saco, ME, 04072, United States
Guests can also enjoy additional events for adults and children, making it a wonderful way to kick off the holiday season.

38th Annual Christmas by the Sea
2024-12-14 09:30 - 14:00 | Dunaway Center, School Street 23, Ogunquit, ME, 03907, United States
Our craft fair is December 14th from 9:30 am – 2:00 pm at the Dunaway Center.
Looking to REALLY get in the holiday spirit? Want to feel like you walked into a Norman Rockwell winter scene in real life? Between the dates of December 13th through December 15th in 2024, Ogunquit is hosting their 38th annual Christmas by the Sea celebration – a cherished 3 day event that represents the perfect opportunity for a holiday getaway in our gem of a small town on the scenic coast of Maine!

Cookie Decorating with Mrs. Claus!
2024-12-14 10:00 - 16:00 | The Town House School, 135 North Street, Kennebunkport, ME, 04046, United States
Come join us for a fun-filled day of cookie decorating with Mrs. Claus!

Christmas Prelude Boat Rides
2024-12-14 10:00 - 16:00 | The Pilot House, 2 Harbour Lane, Kennebunk, ME, 04043, United States
Join Captain Mike and First Mate Shelley for a ride up and down the Kennebunk River on the F/V Nor’easter, an authentic Maine lobster boat owned and operated by local lobsterman, Captain Mike Perkins.
