Tree Lighting Ceremony in Dock Square

Dock Square, Kennebunkport

Join in Christmas caroling with the Kennebunk High School Chamber Choir to begin the finale weekend of festivities as our Christmas Prelude continues. After the tree lighting, gather in the municipal parking lot behind Alisson's Restaurant, huddle on the causeway, or the surrounding area to view the annual Prelude fireworks display.Sponsored by KBA member Alisson's...

Lights & Bites Food Park

We're filling the parking lot of our magically lit Christmas Village with food vendors! Grab a bite before and after the tree lighting. Unique food offerings, soup tent, beer, wine, shopping, music & more! Shops at Morning Walk, 2 Morning Walk, Kennebunk

White Columns by Candle Light

Enjoy seeing the house in a new light! White Columns is the 1853 Greek Revival home of the Perkins family. It is elaborately decorated for the Christmas season and a not to be missed look at a Victorian Christmas. After dark the house is lit by flickering candle light. White Columns, 8 Maine Street, Kennebunkport

Fire + Ice (Friday Night)

12th Annual Fire & Ice is back for the 2022 season, and we couldn’t be more thrilled! Award-winning food, craft cocktails, stunning ice sculptures, live entertainment, and a fire to turn up the heat! Whether you’ve joined us in the past, or this is your first time experiencing the fun, we invite you to take...

11th Annual Christmas Fireworks Display

Dock Square, Kennebunkport

Enjoy our Prelude extravaganza that will take place in the cove and can be viewed from the Mathew Lanigan Bridge and surrounding areas. Hats off to Steve Pelkey, Atlas Pyrotechnics of Jaffrey, N.H. Sponsored by KBA members Kennebunkport Resort Collection, Batson River Brewing & Distilling, H.B. Provisions, Squish KPT, & Historic Inns of Kennebunkport.

Spirit of Prelude Concert

Experience holiday classic songs in a variety of styles from rock and pop to classical! With songs arranged and performed by Joe Boucher, creator & musical director of Vinegar Hill favorites Classic Rock Orchestra and Piano Men, and featuring performers including Susie Pepper from Classic Rock Orchestra and Kelly Muse from Portland Symphony Orchestra, this...

Rabbit Hole Entertainment: DJ B. Aull

Make Rabbit Hole your go-to late-night spot. Located in the lower level of Kennebunk’s newest Italian osteria, enter into a whimsically unusual wonderland within a moody atmosphere. Experience lush vibes and cheeky cocktails. A fantastical time awaits. Downstairs at Via Sophia by the Sea, 27 Western Avenue, Kennebunk

Holiday Craft Fair at Consolidated School

A tradition for 30+ years, this fair fills the school with a variety of arts and crafts by local artisans. Presented by Kennebunkport Parks and Recreation. A $2 donation is suggested to benefit the recreation scholarship fund. Consolidated School, 25 School Street, Kennebunkport

Christmas Prelude Trolley Rides

Ride in heated trolleys decked out in live holiday greens on our private heritage railway, shop in the Museum Store, and enjoy delicious hot chocolate! Only $12/person; children 2 and under that will be sitting on laps on the trolley ride are free. Trolleys depart every 30 minutes and purchasing tickets in advance is recommended....

Annual Sculpt Your Own Chocolate Confection

Each guest will receive a 2.5 oz block of sculpting chocolate, molding tools, and decorations to create the perfect chocolate Christmas masterpiece. When you’re finished sculpting, our awesome staff will help run it through our coating enrober - bathing it in a delicious curtain of our premium milk chocolate. Please RSVP early (time slots go...

Five Alarm Chili at Port Village Station

Serving chili and hot dogs, presented by the Kennebunkport Fire Department and Fire Companies. Display of active and retired fire equipment. Donations accepted. Kennebunkport Fire Station, 30 North Street, Kennebunkport

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