Editors Note: Unfortunately this event will not be occurring this year. Check out our list of the best holiday lights displays in Maine for some worthy substitutions. 

As soon as colder weather hits Maine, we’re ready for the holidays. During some particularly chilly years, that might mean garland in September, but that’s all part of the fun of living here! Then, when the official holiday season begins, we’re more than ready to participate in the festivities. For many, that means soaking up as many holiday light displays as we can. There’s no shortage of dazzling Christmas lights in Maine to explore, but this one in Winthrop is more than just gorgeous. It can also be enjoyed from the cozy warmth of your car!

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Winter Wonderland at Augusta West in Winthrop typically runs from mid-November through the first week of January. Be sure to visit the Augusta West Kampground website for the most up-to-date dates, times, and ticket prices. You can also follow Augusta West on Facebook.

When the most wonderful time of the year approaches, don’t stop with just one display – make a whole weekend of exploring Christmas lights in Maine! To maximize your holiday cheer, make plans to take this Christmas lights road trip through Maine. It’s nothing short of magical!

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Christmas Lights in Maine

Where can I see the best drive-thru light shows in Maine?

Our state's winters can be brutal, so when the holiday season approaches, enjoying Maine's Christmas lights from the comfort of a warm car can make the trip even more memorable! One of Maine's biggest drive-thru Christmas lights shows takes place at Gardens Aglow in Boothbay. Or, if you haven't already taken our Maine Christmas lights road trip, you'll definitely want to! Mainers always know how to show off their festive spirit, and sometimes the best Christmas lights in Maine are tucked away in unexpected places. Be sure to let us know if you discover somewhere new that should be added to the list!

What are the best Christmas towns in Maine?

Holiday lights in Maine are just the start of everything our state has to offer when the seasons change. Pay a visit to one of these gorgeous Christmas towns in Maine to fully immerse yourself in the Christmas spirit. You might even run into Santa along the way! Or, if city-strolling is more your style, Portland has one of the most magical Main Streets in the state.

What other winter activities are there to do in Maine?

The cold is no match for Mainers. Which means that nearly everything you can do in summer, you can do in winter! Craving the beach even when the mercury drops? Take a coastal stroll down these winter-friendly beaches in Maine! In the mood for a Christmas adventure that's full of nostalgia? This winter sleigh ride through the trees is sure to be a new holiday tradition. Or, if the trails are calling even as the snow accumulates, this easy winter hike in Blue Hill is beautiful year-round.

 

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