Christmas In These 9 Maine Towns Looks Like Something From A Hallmark Movie
The temps are chilly, we’ve seen snow and Mainers are ready for the rest of winter. Sure, summer is great, but there’s just no denying that winter is where Maine truly shines. Unlike some other states, we love getting outside and enjoying the outdoors no matter what the weather. We ski, we snowshoe and we love it. While all those outdoor endeavors are awesome, it’s even better when the temps drop and we have an excuse to just appreciate the small towns around us. If you love the warm feeling that comes with Christmas throughout Maine, you’ll want to check out these delightful towns that are the best during this time of year.
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The Sparkle Celebration i Freeport makes the holiday extra special. With a festive parade, visits with Santa and lots of hot cocoa you can't go wrong. You might even be able to finish your Christmas shopping list here! To learn more about it click here.
The town of Gardiner celebrates Christmas for an entire month, which means the lights go up around Thanksgiving and stay up until after Christmas. Plan a shopping day here for a special experience.
One of the most quintessential Maine town in the summer only gets more magical when the snow falls. The tourists thin out a bit, but don't expect to have it to yourself. The secret is out that towns like Bar Harbor twinkle with the holiday spirit at Christmastime.
You can't go wrong with a town that celebrates Christmas for an entire month! The annual "Old-Fashioned Christmas" celebration begins just after Thanksgiving with the Christmas Tree Lighting, Jingle Bell Walk, & Visit with Santa. Continue the celebration during Trolley Christmas Caroling on Fridays & Saturdays in December. Or, just walk around and wonder if you've made your way to a movie.
Specifically, Nubble Light. Watching one of the most photogenic lighthouses in Maine light up for the season is almost unbelievable. It's lit every night after dark for quick visits or longer moments of appreciation.
The town's Christmas Prelude is known throughout New England as one of the best ways to celebrate. But, if you missed it, you'll still love strolling the streets and popping into shops, bars and restaurants. Things get seriously cozy around here in December.
Sure, it's one of Maine's biggest towns but that doesn't mean the scene this time of year isn't totally magical. With nearly every tree covered in lights and the tree twinkling in Monument Square, spending time in Portland is a great choice this holiday season.
This is the only town in Maine that actually transforms into a whole new town this time of year. Welcome to Kringleville! The season kicks off with the Parade of Lights, followed by a few weeks of Santa visits and more.
While there are plenty of holiday festivities planned for Camden, we just love walking around any ol' time. Shop windows are decked with merriment and if there's now on the ground it truly feels like a dream.
Michelle has lived in many places, but counts Maine as one of the best. In addition to the smell of ocean water in the air on rainy days in Portland, she loves puppies, photography, funny people, the Maine Red Claws, traveling, fresh tomatoes, Cambodia and filling out forms. For questions, comments and inquiries please email: mstarin@onlyinyourstate.com.
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