Join us at the corner of Christensen Lane and Route 35 for the lighting of the Lower Village Tree with carols by the Kennebunk High School Chamber Choir. Following the lighting, enjoy the traditional stroll to the Franciscan Monastery. Sponsored by KBA member M&T Bank.
Join the Franciscans at Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto on the grounds of St. Anthony's Monastery for the story of the birth of Jesus interspersed with Christmas songs by candlelight. Presented by St. Anthony's Monastery and the Secular Franciscan Order. No parking on property. Sponsored by KBA member The White Barn Inn.
Catch a glimpse of Santa as he travels up the river to land at The Nonantum Resort. For best viewing, gather on the sidewalk of the Mathew Lanigan Bridge in Dock Square (the river side, not the basin side) or shoreside up Ocean Avenue to The Nonantum Resort.
For the very first time, we welcome Santa and Mrs. Claus to the Nonantum Resort for their arrival in Kennebunkport! They’ve taken the Polar Express straight from the North Pole and are thrilled to hop on over to the Nonantum Marina to greet us! During this family friendly event, you’ll get the opportunity to meet...
Be a part of the candlelight procession that follows Mary and Joseph as they seek shelter, only to be turned away and finally shown to a manger. A short concert and carols will be sung, followed by hot chocolate and cookies. The procession begins on the side lawn of White Columns, then on to the...
Travel down a tree-lined road to a clearing, where smoke curls from the chimney of a rustic lodge. Inside, 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 create sparkling...
Strolling carolers, live ice sculpting demonstration, food vendors, live music, entertainers, and more will be featured at this family-friendly festival. Streets will be closed to traffic from Dock Square, Kennebunkport through Lower Village, Kennebunk Sponsored by KBA member Kennebunk Savings.
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...
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.
Swing by to say hello to Mrs. Claus and Santa’s reindeer all the way from the North Pole! Fireside s’mores and hot chocolate.Sponsored by KBA member Kennebunk Outfitters.
Bring your pooch wearing their favorite holiday attire! The parade starts at Consolidated School (School Street, Kennebunkport), down Maine Street, through Dock Square, and onto Ocean Avenue. All decorated dogs and their humans are welcome to join in - meet at Consolidated School by 10:45 a.m., 25 School Street, Kennebunkport. Sponsored by KBA member The...
Meet him at Cape Porpoise Kitchen, Cape Porpoise Square. Photos for children of all ages. Hot chocolate and candy canes aplenty. Sponsored by KBA member Cape Porpoise Kitchen.
