The Wave’s Holiday Happenings

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Main Street Market
Date: November 24
Place: Thornton Academy Gymnasium, Saco
Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Info: This event brings together over 60 talented vendors who are eager to showcase their unique creations. From handcrafted jewelry and artisanal home goods to festive decorations and cozy apparel, there’s something for everyone on your holiday list. Support our local small business owners and discover one-of-a-kind treasures. Get details at: https://sacomainstreet.org/event/main-street-market/

Holiday Market
Date: November 30
Place: York Region Chamber of Commerce, 1 Stonewall Lane, York
Time: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM
Info: Shop locally for your gifts! All items are handmade. Inside and outside of the chamber, you’ll find handmade quality craft items, prepared food, and more. Details at https://GatewaytoMaine.org

Holiday Stroll on Small Business Saturday
Date: November 30
Place: Downtown Biddeford
Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Info: Kick off the holiday season with a festive stroll through our charming downtown and celebrate Small Business Saturday in the most joyful way! This family-friendly event brings together local businesses, community spirit, and seasonal cheer with something for everyone including a Scavenger Hunt for Kids;
Live Music; Toys for Tots & Food Drive: Give back this holiday season by donating to Toys for Tots and/or Maine Community Bank’s food drive. Bring a new, unwrapped toy or non-perishable food item to help those in need. Every donation makes a difference. Special discounts, promotions, and giveaways will be available at participating shops. Details at The Holiday Stroll – Heart of Biddeford

Saco Bucks Saturday
Date: November 30
Place: Downtown Saco
Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Info: On the Saturday after Thanksgiving, explore the heart of Saco as you discover unique shops, special promotions, and exclusive discounts offered by our beloved local retailers. Saco Bucks Saturday is the perfect opportunity to find something special while enjoying the festive atmosphere of our downtown area. Plus, shoppers will receive Saco Bucks, redeemable at participating businesses, making your shopping experience even more rewarding! Details at Saco Bucks Saturday – Saco Main Street

Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting
Date: November 30
Place: Downtown North Berwick
Time: 4:00 PM
Info: North Berwick Parks and Recreation presents the Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting event! Gather around downtown as the parade kicks off at 4:15!! Following the parade will be the annual lighting of the Christmas Tree downtown in Mill Field!! Photos with Santa & Mrs. Claus will be available as well
Make your own reindeer food AND don’t forget to bring your letter to Santa to drop in the Mailbox to ensure you get it to him before Christmas!!! *Return Name & Address, written legibly, for a return letter back

Home for the Holidays Festivities and Tree Lighting
Date: November 30
Place: Downtown South Berwick
Time: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Info: This is the annual holiday celebration on Main Street and beyond. Stores and the streets are filled with music and neighbors, crafts and yummy treats. The wonderful work of local artists is available around town as we support our independent, local businesses and celebrate together. From 8-6, it’s the South Berwick Firefighter’s association Annual Toy Drive on the Central School Lawn. From 9-4, it’s Sobo Arts Holiday Art Show and Sale at the Central School Gym. At 4:30, there will be a performance by Julia Gagnon at Town Hall/Village Green Lawn. Tree Lighting happens at 5:30. More details at https://www.sobocentral.org/homeforholidays.html

Holiday Pops with Strafford Wind Symphony
Date: November 30
Place: Sanford Performing Arts Center
Time: 7:00 PM
Info: Join us for a delightful evening filled with a sparkling array of beloved holiday tunes that will warm hearts and create lasting memories for the entire family. Get ready to be part of the fun with our traditional sing-along! With 55 dedicated musicians, the Strafford Wind Symphony is celebrated for its outstanding performances across Southern Maine and Seacoast New Hampshire. Known for their exceptional music and professional presentation, they’re a cherished favorite at SPAC, returning for their seventh performance on our stage. Tickets are $10-$16, with discounts for seniors, students, season subscribers and military veterans. Details at https://sanfordpac.org/strafford2024/

Saco Tree Lighting
Date: December 6
Place : Saco Transportation Center
Time: 7:00 PM
Info: This event takes place at the Saco Train Station. Details at https://sacomainstreet.org/event/tree-lighting/

Merry And Bright Night
Date: December 6
Place: City Square next to City Hall on Adams Street, Biddeford
Time: 5:30 PM
Info: Get ready for a jolly good time in City Square next to City Hall on Adams Street! Join us for a festive extravaganza featuring a special visit from Santa, a dazzling tree lighting ceremony, heartwarming Christmas carols, and enchanting holiday performances. Plus, indulge in merry games and seasonal delights for the whole family. Details at Merry & Bright Night – Heart of Biddeford

The Center’s Holiday Fair
Date: December 6
Place: Kennebunk Senior Center, 175 Port Road, Kennebunk
Time: 12:00 – 5:00 PM
Info: The Center’s Holiday Fair features handcrafted boxwood trees, beautifully decorated wreaths and swags, an artisan market featuring locally made crafts, a gourmet cocoa and mulled cider bar, and much, much, more! Free Admission. Details at https://www.seniorcenterkennebunk.org/

Irving Berlin’s musical: Holiday Inn
Date: December 6
Place: City Theater, 205 Main Street, Biddeford
Time: 7:30 PM
Info: 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”. Details and tickets at http://www.citytheater.org

York Festival of Lights Parade
Date: December 7 (Rain date December 8)
Place: York Village, Axholme Road to Village Elementary
Time: 4:30 PM
Info: Celebrate York’s Holiday Season with the Festival of Lights Parade. The parade starts promptly at 4:30pm on Saturday, December 7th. All are welcome!!! Details at: www.YorkParksAndRec.org/Festival-Of-Lights

Kittery Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting
Date: December 7
Place: Beginning at Traip Academy and concluding at the John Paul Jones Park with the tree lighting.
Time: 3:00 PM
Info: Details at: Seacoast Kiwanis-Kittery Holiday Parade

Old Orchard Beach Art Walk
Date: December 7
Place: Various Venues, Old Orchard Beach
Time: 10:00 AM- 3:00 PM
Info: The Fourth Annual Art Walk takes places at 10 venues with over 25 Artists. Local art makes for a unique and fun holiday gift. Details at https://www.OldOrchardBeachMaine.com

Celebration by the Sea 2024 (Tree Lighting)
Date: December 7
Place: OOB Chamber of Commerce/Veteran’s Mem. Park, First Street, Old Orchard Beach
Time: 3:00 PM- 5:30 PM
Info: FREE tree lighting ceremony at Veteran’s Memorial Park. Trees throughout the park and the gazebo will be decked out with lights throughout the holiday season. Children can get their photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus. There will be live music from Loranger Middle School, OOB High School and the Salvation Army band. Bring non-perishable items to help support the OOB Food Pantry this holiday season. Details at https://www.OldOrchardBeachMaine.com

The Center’s Holiday Fair
Date: December 7
Place: Kennebunk Senior Center, 175 Port Road, Kennebunk
Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Info: The Center’s Holiday Fair features handcrafted boxwood trees, beautifully decorated wreaths and swags, an artisan market featuring locally made crafts, a gourmet cocoa and mulled cider bar, and much, much, more! Free Admission. Details at https://www.seniorcenterkennebunk.org/

 Irving Berlin’s musical: Holiday Inn
Date: December 7
Place: City Theater, 205 Main Street, Biddeford
Time: 7:30 PM
Info: 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”. Details and tickets at http://www.citytheater.org

A Victorian Nutcracker
Date: December 7
Place: Sanford Performing Arts Center, 100 Alumni Blvd, Sanford
Time: 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Info: Now a cherished tradition in SPAC’s holiday lineup, Portland Ballet returns with its beloved classic, “A Victorian Nutcracker”. This enchanting performance offers a fresh retelling of the timeless story, where a young girl’s Christmas Eve dream is sparked by a mysterious nutcracker gift, leading her on a magical journey to the Sugar Plum Fairy’s Land of the Sweets. Unique to Portland, this version features the first act set in the historic Victoria Mansion, with characters drawn from Portland’s own past. Set to Tchaikovsky’s iconic score, the production adds a local twist to the classic tale. Details and tickets at https://sanfordpac.org/nutcracker2024/

Winter Craft Fair
Date: December 8
Place: Ferry Beach, 7 Boardwalk Drive
Time: 9:00 AM- 2:00 PM
Info: Celebrate the holidays by joining Ferry Beach for a day of fun! Come do holiday shopping or treat yourself to some new items all while supporting local artisans. Ferry Beach will also be having a bake sale featuring some amazing holiday treats (cupcakes, cookies, fudge, breads & more), which by the way make for a perfect gift! Plus, you can take photos in our holiday scene! If you find yourself hungry during all that shopping fun, lunch will be available for purchase in the dining hall. Free admission. Details at
https://www.ferrybeach.org/winter-craft-fair.html

Yuletide Craft Fair
Date: December 8
Place: North Berwick Rec Department, 266 North Lebanon Road, North Berwick
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Info: Enjoy a beautiful variety of holiday crafts & homemade items, plus a bake sale, and raffles.

Storybook Gingerbread Event
Date: December 12
Place: Kennebunkport Conservation Trust, 57 Gravelly Brook Road, Kennebunkport
Time: 4:00 PM-6:00PM
Info: Travel down a tree-lined, snowy road to a clearing, where smoke curls from the chimney of a rustic lodge. Inside, warm yourself by the fire with free cocoa from Mornings in Paris and sit with Santa as he reads you his favorite story, ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas. Downstairs, elves will help children make “gingerbread” houses to take home. There will be plenty of opportunity for holiday photos! Free, but you must register for a time slot ahead of time here: Storybook Gingerbread Event – Dec 12, 2024 – The Kennebunk-Kennebunkport-Arundel Chamber of Commerce

Christmas By The Sea, Ogunquit
Date: December 13
Place: Various locations in Ogunquit
Time: Various times
Info: Friday afternoon/evening—Footbridge Bridge Lighting, Rotary Park Tree Lighting, Atlantic Harmonies concert, Downtown Sip & Stroll, Veterans Park Tree Lighting. Details at Christmas by the Sea – Ogunquit Chamber of Commerce

Irving Berlin’s musical: Holiday Inn
Date: December 13
Place: City Theater, 205 Main Street, Biddeford
Time: 7:30 PM
Info: 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”. Details and tickets at http://www.citytheater.org

Seaglass Chorale 2024 Winter Concert – Stella Natalis
Date: December 13
Place: St. David’s Episcopal Church 138 York St Kennebunk
Time: 7:00 PM
Info: The concert will feature “Stella Natalis” Karl Jenkins’s 2009 work in twelve movements celebrating different aspects of Christmastide; winter, the sleeping child, tidings of peace, thanksgiving. The evening will end with a performance by the Seatones and a community holiday sing-a-long. Tickets are $20 for Adults and $10 for 18 and under. Details and tickets are available now on our website seaglasschorale.org. Tickets may also be purchased in person by cash or check.

Saco Festival of Lights Parade
Date: December 14
Place: Main Street, Saco
Time: 6:00 PM
Info: For details, visit https://SacoMainStreet.org

Seaglass Chorale 2024 Winter Concert – Stella Natalis
Date: December 14
Place: St. David’s Episcopal Church 138 York St Kennebunk
Time: 4:00 PM
Info: The concert will feature “Stella Natalis” Karl Jenkins’s 2009 work in twelve movements celebrating different aspects of Christmastide; winter, the sleeping child, tidings of peace, thanksgiving. The evening will end with a performance by the Seatones and a community holiday sing-a-long. Tickets are $20 for Adults and $10 for 18 and under. Details and tickets are available now on our website seaglasschorale.org. Tickets may also be purchased in person by cash or check.

The Center’s Holiday Fair
Date: December 14
Place: Kennebunk Senior Center, 175 Port Road, Kennebunk
Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Info: The Center’s Holiday Fair features handcrafted boxwood trees, beautifully decorated wreaths and swags, an artisan market featuring locally made crafts, a gourmet cocoa and mulled cider bar, and much, much, more! Free Admission. Details at https://www.seniorcenterkennebunk.org/

Christmas By The Sea, Ogunquit
Date: December 14
Place: Various locations in Ogunquit
Time: Various times
Info: Saturday morning/afternoon—Craft fairs at Dunaway Center and Fire Station. Santa at the Fire Sttation. Christmas Parade, bonfire, and fireworks at the Main Beach. Details at Christmas by the Sea – Ogunquit Chamber of Commerce

Make Your Own Gingerbread House
Date: December 14
Place: South Church Community House, 8 Temple Street, Kennebunkport
Time: 10:30-12:30 (half hour slots, register ahead)
Info: Make your very own gingerbread house and have a jolly good time. All materials are provided. Enjoy this creative activity with a heaping dose of sugary goodness, and let us take care of the mess! $10 per person donation to the 3 Towns, 1 Community Fund. Reservations are required. Details and time slots for registration here: Gingerbread House Making Event 2024 – Dec 14, 2024 – The Kennebunk-Kennebunkport-Arundel Chamber of Commerce

Irving Berlin’s musical: Holiday Inn
Date: December 14
Place: City Theater, 205 Main Street, Biddeford
Time: 7:30 PM
Info: 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”. Details and tickets at http://www.citytheater.org

Wells Christmas Parade
Date: December 15
Place: Route 1, Wells Plaza north to Wells Junior High School
Time: 2:00 PM
Info: 39th Annual Wells Christmas Parade www.wellschristmasparade.com

Christmas By The Sea, Ogunquit
Date: December 15
Place: Various locations in Ogunquit
Time: Various times
Info: Details at Christmas by the Sea – Ogunquit Chamber of Commerce

Irving Berlin’s musical: Holiday Inn
Date: December 15
Place: City Theater, 205 Main Street, Biddeford
Time: 2:00 PM
Info: 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”. Details and tickets at http://www.citytheater.org

Irving Berlin’s musical: Holiday Inn
Date: December 20
Place: City Theater, 205 Main Street, Biddeford
Time: 7:30 PM
Info: 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”. Details and tickets at http://www.citytheater.org

Irving Berlin’s musical: Holiday Inn
Date: December 21
Place: City Theater, 205 Main Street, Biddeford
Time: 7:30 PM
Info: 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”. Details and tickets at http://www.citytheater.org

Winter Solstice Gathering
Date: December 21, 2024
Place: Ferry Beach, 96 Seaside Ave, Saco
Time: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Info: There will be a bonfire, singing and an opportunity to share a year ending ritual connected to many cultures and with many ancestors. Come prepared with what you will be letting go of (metaphorically) from this past year, and what you would like to bring in to the new year. Free/donations accepted. Reservations requested. More details at: https://www.ferrybeach.org/winter-solstice.html

Irving Berlin’s musical: Holiday Inn
Date: December 22
Place: City Theater, 205 Main Street, Biddeford
Time: 2:00 PM
Info: 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”. Details and tickets at http://www.citytheater.org

Illuminate the Night: Downtown Menorah Lighting
Date: December 25
Place: Lincoln Street and Main Street in Biddeford
Time: 5:30 PM
Info: In 2024, Hanukkah will start on December 25th at sunset and will end January 2nd, at sunset. Join Congregation Etz Chaim and HOB as we host a lighting of the Hanukkiah (Hanukkah Menorah) at 5:30 PM on the first night of Hanukkah. All are welcome to join us and enjoy some traditional sufganiyot (fried jelly doughnuts) as we celebrate the Festival of Lights and the themes of Hanukkah. The Hanukkiaah will be lit for 8 nights. Details: Downtown Menorah Lighting (lighting each evening of Hanukkah) – Heart of Biddeford

Mike Super’s New Year’s Eve Magic & Illusion
Date: December 31
Place: Sanford Performing Arts Center, 100 Alumni Blvd, Sanford
Time: 7:00 PM
Info: As the winner of NBC’s hit TV show ‘Phenomenon’, Mike Super is the only magician in history to win a LIVE magic competition on primetime network television and voted America’s Favorite Mystifier! Mike is also a Top Finalist on NBC’s #1 rated summer series America’s Got Talent and featured on the Season Premier Episode of Penn &Teller’s ‘FOOL US’. Imagine mind-blowing illusions combined with the hilarity of a headline comedian! Mike’s turned the magic show on its side and dumped it out into the audience! YOU become Mike’s onstage assistant! Join the journey of emotions from laughter, intrigue, danger, fear, wonder, anticipation, tears and sentimentality that only Mike Super delivers in this family-friendly performance. Tickets and more details at https://sanfordpac.org/mikesuper/

Winter Wonders Light Show
Date: Various dates through March, 2025
Place: Sandy Hill Farm, 34 Sandy Hill Lane, Eliot
Time: Various
Info: Winter Wonders 2024-25 is a World-Class Light Show experience. With over 2 Million Lights, our engaging, creative, and unique 14-acre light display is the Largest and Most Immersive Walk-Through Light Show display in New England. Details and tickets here: WINTER WONDERS | SANDY HILL MAINE

The Wave’s Holiday Happenings list has been aggregated from various public and private sources. 99.3 The Wave cannot be responsible for cancelations or incorrect listings. See websites listed for more information about events.