Main Street Maine
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Main Street Maine celebrates and promotes Maine's eleven historic downtowns that are accredited "Main Street" (national Main Street America program). For Maine's local life & events visit: https://www.mainstreetmaine.org
2026 WINTER FESTIVALS on Main Street Maine! Augusta’s “Flurry of Fun”, Bath WinterFest, Biddeford WinterFest, Belfast Ice Festival + Ice Carving Championship, Ellsworth's Fire + Ice Festival, Somerset SnowFest + Skijor Skowhegan, Westbrook SnowFest. FUN SCHEDULE: mainstreetmaine.org/winter-festi...
Winter Festivals on Main Street Maine are the secret to enjoying a long winter!
Join our year-round Main Street communities, enjoy these upcoming Winter celebrations. EVENTS >
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January 5, 2026 at 3:42 PM
2026 WINTER FESTIVALS on Main Street Maine! Augusta’s “Flurry of Fun”, Bath WinterFest, Biddeford WinterFest, Belfast Ice Festival + Ice Carving Championship, Ellsworth's Fire + Ice Festival, Somerset SnowFest + Skijor Skowhegan, Westbrook SnowFest. FUN SCHEDULE: mainstreetmaine.org/winter-festi...
PIZZA WEEKEND AT 12+ LOCATIONS IN ELLSWORTH, MAINE! Ellsworth is home to many pizza restaurants offering a wide variety of pizza options. Kick off the new year with a visit to your favorite Ellsworth pizza place and enjoy a slice!
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January 2, 2026 at 4:49 PM
PIZZA WEEKEND AT 12+ LOCATIONS IN ELLSWORTH, MAINE! Ellsworth is home to many pizza restaurants offering a wide variety of pizza options. Kick off the new year with a visit to your favorite Ellsworth pizza place and enjoy a slice!
#mainepizza #foodiemaine #maineeats
#mainepizza #foodiemaine #maineeats
Explore New Year’s Eve events happening across Maine’s Main Streets and plan your evening: MainStreetMaine.org
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December 27, 2025 at 8:56 PM
Explore New Year’s Eve events happening across Maine’s Main Streets and plan your evening: MainStreetMaine.org
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#mainstreetmaine #downtownmaine #visitmaine #maineevents #celebratemaine #newyearsevemaine #2026
Say hello to Tiny Bakery by Rose, the newest small-batch bakery to open in downtown Belfast—and it’s already winning hearts one bake at a time—artisan, European-inspired pastries and breads, made in small batches.
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Tiny Bakery by Rose (Belfast, ME)
European-inspired baking in downtown Belfast, Maine!
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December 27, 2025 at 7:06 PM
Say hello to Tiny Bakery by Rose, the newest small-batch bakery to open in downtown Belfast—and it’s already winning hearts one bake at a time—artisan, European-inspired pastries and breads, made in small batches.
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#belfastmaine #belfastme
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SWEETEN YOUR HOLIDAYS! Main Street Maine’s traditional bakeries have everything you need for Christmas morning, holiday gatherings, and thoughtful edible gifts. LIST:
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Bakeries on Main Street Maine You Should Visit
Explore the best bakeries on Main Street Maine, where community meets tradition in every delicious bite of baked goods.
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December 23, 2025 at 4:51 PM
SWEETEN YOUR HOLIDAYS! Main Street Maine’s traditional bakeries have everything you need for Christmas morning, holiday gatherings, and thoughtful edible gifts. LIST:
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LOOKING FOR NEW YEAR'S EVE SUGGESTIONS? Featured here is "Last Night Belfast" —a beloved, all-ages, community-wide celebration happening throughout downtown Belfast on New Year’s Eve. FULL SCHEDULE:
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For more event suggestions, please visit our website :-)
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For more event suggestions, please visit our website :-)
Last Night Belfast (Belfast, ME)
From Main Street to Midnight Beach
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December 22, 2025 at 10:05 PM
LOOKING FOR NEW YEAR'S EVE SUGGESTIONS? Featured here is "Last Night Belfast" —a beloved, all-ages, community-wide celebration happening throughout downtown Belfast on New Year’s Eve. FULL SCHEDULE:
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For more event suggestions, please visit our website :-)
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For more event suggestions, please visit our website :-)
Welcome to Main Street Maine, Sunrise Bagel! Now open at 463 Water St in downtown Gardiner. Known for their slow-fermented sourdough bagels, Sunrise Bagel is the perfect new stop for a quick bite before work, weekend breakfast, or a grab-and-go lunch downtown.
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Sunrise Bagel (Gardiner, ME)
Hand-Rolled Bagels. Bright Starts in Gardiner.
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December 22, 2025 at 5:34 PM
Welcome to Main Street Maine, Sunrise Bagel! Now open at 463 Water St in downtown Gardiner. Known for their slow-fermented sourdough bagels, Sunrise Bagel is the perfect new stop for a quick bite before work, weekend breakfast, or a grab-and-go lunch downtown.
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Buck's Naked BBQ is opening a brand-new location in downtown Gardiner, Maine! Located right next door to Johnson Hall Opera House, this exciting addition brings another delicious dining option to Gardiner’s growing food scene. INFO & MENU: mainstreetmaine.org/.../bucks-na...
Buck's Naked BBQ (Gardiner, ME)
Real Smoke. Real Flavor. Real Gardiner.
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December 15, 2025 at 4:11 PM
Buck's Naked BBQ is opening a brand-new location in downtown Gardiner, Maine! Located right next door to Johnson Hall Opera House, this exciting addition brings another delicious dining option to Gardiner’s growing food scene. INFO & MENU: mainstreetmaine.org/.../bucks-na...
Provender Kitchen+Bar in Ellsworth raises the bar for Midcoast dining with its new winter menu, featuring dishes like Pheasant Breast with bacon and potato rösti, Black Cod Miso with kimchi and curry, and Bison Meatloaf with sweet potato and blackberry balsamic. mainstreetmaine.org/listing/prov...
Provender Kitchen + Bar (Ellsworth, ME)
The premier destination in Ellsworth, ME for an exceptional meal!
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December 12, 2025 at 3:40 PM
Provender Kitchen+Bar in Ellsworth raises the bar for Midcoast dining with its new winter menu, featuring dishes like Pheasant Breast with bacon and potato rösti, Black Cod Miso with kimchi and curry, and Bison Meatloaf with sweet potato and blackberry balsamic. mainstreetmaine.org/listing/prov...
Hanukkah starts on Sunday, Dec. 14, at sunset. Menorah Lighting events in our downtowns:
- BELFAST: Sun, Dec 14, 3:30 pm, Post Office Square
- BIDDEFORD: Sun, Dec 14, 5:30 pm, Adams Street
- BRUNSWICK: Tues, Dec. 16, 5:15 pm, Town Mall
- WESTBROOK: Mon, Dec 15 | 4:15 pm, Westbrook Common
- BELFAST: Sun, Dec 14, 3:30 pm, Post Office Square
- BIDDEFORD: Sun, Dec 14, 5:30 pm, Adams Street
- BRUNSWICK: Tues, Dec. 16, 5:15 pm, Town Mall
- WESTBROOK: Mon, Dec 15 | 4:15 pm, Westbrook Common
December 11, 2025 at 8:48 PM
Hanukkah starts on Sunday, Dec. 14, at sunset. Menorah Lighting events in our downtowns:
- BELFAST: Sun, Dec 14, 3:30 pm, Post Office Square
- BIDDEFORD: Sun, Dec 14, 5:30 pm, Adams Street
- BRUNSWICK: Tues, Dec. 16, 5:15 pm, Town Mall
- WESTBROOK: Mon, Dec 15 | 4:15 pm, Westbrook Common
- BELFAST: Sun, Dec 14, 3:30 pm, Post Office Square
- BIDDEFORD: Sun, Dec 14, 5:30 pm, Adams Street
- BRUNSWICK: Tues, Dec. 16, 5:15 pm, Town Mall
- WESTBROOK: Mon, Dec 15 | 4:15 pm, Westbrook Common
The Saco Holiday Festival & Parade of Lights returns on Saturday, December 13, and downtown will be filled with festive fun from morning through night (Parade of Lights starts at 6 PM!). A great way to experience Saco Main Street 🙂
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Saco Holiday Festival and Parade of Lights (Saco, ME)
Where Downtown Saco Shines Brightest!
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December 10, 2025 at 8:18 PM
The Saco Holiday Festival & Parade of Lights returns on Saturday, December 13, and downtown will be filled with festive fun from morning through night (Parade of Lights starts at 6 PM!). A great way to experience Saco Main Street 🙂
SCHEDULE: mainstreetmaine.org/.../saco-hol...
SCHEDULE: mainstreetmaine.org/.../saco-hol...
DOWNTOWN HOLIDAY SHOPPING • UNIQUE GIFT IDEAS FROM SACO, MAINE! Welcome to Mako's Treasures in Pepperell Square, in downtown Saco, Maine! This shop offers vintage treasures, retro collectibles, books, decor, and unique gifts perfect for the holidays: mainstreetmaine.org/listing/mako...
Mako's Treasures (Saco, ME)
Your neighborhood Thrift shop in downtown Saco, Maine!
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November 26, 2025 at 7:14 PM
DOWNTOWN HOLIDAY SHOPPING • UNIQUE GIFT IDEAS FROM SACO, MAINE! Welcome to Mako's Treasures in Pepperell Square, in downtown Saco, Maine! This shop offers vintage treasures, retro collectibles, books, decor, and unique gifts perfect for the holidays: mainstreetmaine.org/listing/mako...
DOWNTOWN HOLIDAY SHOPPING • UNIQUE GIFT IDEAS FROM GARDINER, MAINE! Alan Claude Studio (Gallery & Gift Shop) on 165 Water Street is filled with bold, beautiful artwork and unique gift items that make holiday shopping easy and inspiring.
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Alan Claude Gallery & Gift Shop (Gardiner, ME)
New England Graphic Artist, Gallery & Gift Shop downtown Gardiner, ME!
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November 24, 2025 at 6:19 PM
DOWNTOWN HOLIDAY SHOPPING • UNIQUE GIFT IDEAS FROM GARDINER, MAINE! Alan Claude Studio (Gallery & Gift Shop) on 165 Water Street is filled with bold, beautiful artwork and unique gift items that make holiday shopping easy and inspiring.
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DOWNTOWN HOLIDAY SHOPPING / UNIQUE GIFT IDEAS from Brunswick, Maine! Make sure Hatch On Maine is a welcoming shop filled with thoughtful gifts, cozy women’s clothing, adorable baby items, handmade treasures, and unique home finds. mainstreetmaine.org/listing/hatc...
Hatch On Maine (Brunswick, ME)
Cute antique, vintage, gift shop on Maine Street in Brunswick, ME!
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November 21, 2025 at 6:54 PM
DOWNTOWN HOLIDAY SHOPPING / UNIQUE GIFT IDEAS from Brunswick, Maine! Make sure Hatch On Maine is a welcoming shop filled with thoughtful gifts, cozy women’s clothing, adorable baby items, handmade treasures, and unique home finds. mainstreetmaine.org/listing/hatc...
DOWNTOWN HOLIDAY SHOPPING • UNIQUE GIFT IDEAS FROM ELLSWORTH, MAINE! Elizabeth's Fine Goods: a charming boutique of thoughtfully curated gifts, stylish women’s clothing, cozy winter accessories, artisan jewelry, home décor, and locally made treasures. mainstreetmaine.org/listing/eliz...
Elizabeth's Fine Goods (Ellsworth, ME)
Curated Treasures in the Heart of Ellsworth!
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November 21, 2025 at 6:53 PM
DOWNTOWN HOLIDAY SHOPPING • UNIQUE GIFT IDEAS FROM ELLSWORTH, MAINE! Elizabeth's Fine Goods: a charming boutique of thoughtfully curated gifts, stylish women’s clothing, cozy winter accessories, artisan jewelry, home décor, and locally made treasures. mainstreetmaine.org/listing/eliz...
DOWNTOWN HOLIDAY SHOPPING / UNIQUE GIFT IDEAS from Biddeford, Maine: Nibblesford. This cozy cheese and specialty food shop is packed with all the “nibbly” things that make holiday gatherings extra special. mainstreetmaine.org/lis.../nibbl...
Nibblesford (Biddeford, ME)
Finest cheeses from all over Maine in downtown Biddeford, ME!
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November 21, 2025 at 6:51 PM
DOWNTOWN HOLIDAY SHOPPING / UNIQUE GIFT IDEAS from Biddeford, Maine: Nibblesford. This cozy cheese and specialty food shop is packed with all the “nibbly” things that make holiday gatherings extra special. mainstreetmaine.org/lis.../nibbl...
MAINE DOWNTOWN HOLIDAY GUIDE: tree-lighting ceremonies, Santa sightings, and trolley rides, to winter markets, menorah lightings, and festive downtown holiday markets in Augusta, Bath, Belfast, Biddeford, Brunswick, Ellsworth, Gardiner, Saco, Skowhegan, Westbrook.
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2025 Maine Downtown Holiday Guide: Tree Lightings, Santa Events, Markets & More
2025 Maine Downtown Holiday Guide
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November 21, 2025 at 6:48 PM
MAINE DOWNTOWN HOLIDAY GUIDE: tree-lighting ceremonies, Santa sightings, and trolley rides, to winter markets, menorah lightings, and festive downtown holiday markets in Augusta, Bath, Belfast, Biddeford, Brunswick, Ellsworth, Gardiner, Saco, Skowhegan, Westbrook.
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DOWNTOWN HOLIDAY SHOPPING / UNIQUE GIFT IDEAS from Bath, Maine. Markings Gallery (50 Front St) offers an eclectic mix of fine crafts and artworks that reflect the region's rich cultural heritage and contemporary creativity. mainstreetmaine.org/listing/mark...
Markings Gallery (Bath, Maine)
Vibrant art space showcasing the diverse talents of over 50 Maine artists!
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November 12, 2025 at 3:32 PM
DOWNTOWN HOLIDAY SHOPPING / UNIQUE GIFT IDEAS from Bath, Maine. Markings Gallery (50 Front St) offers an eclectic mix of fine crafts and artworks that reflect the region's rich cultural heritage and contemporary creativity. mainstreetmaine.org/listing/mark...
DOWNTOWN HOLIDAY SHOPPING / GIFT IDEAS from Augusta, Maine. Step inside The Chocolate Shoppe at Merkaba Sol (223 Water Street) and discover an irresistible assortment of handcrafted chocolates and candies made with care and creativity! mainstreetmaine.org/listing/the-...
The Chocolate Shoppe at Merkaba Sol (Augusta, ME)
Augusta Maine's chocolate and candy shop!
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November 11, 2025 at 6:50 PM
DOWNTOWN HOLIDAY SHOPPING / GIFT IDEAS from Augusta, Maine. Step inside The Chocolate Shoppe at Merkaba Sol (223 Water Street) and discover an irresistible assortment of handcrafted chocolates and candies made with care and creativity! mainstreetmaine.org/listing/the-...
This holiday season, consider giving gifts that brighten your community — shop local and explore Main Street Maine's charming downtowns full of unique shops and talented makers, perfect for all your gifts, decorations, and holiday festivities!
Visit: mainstreetmaine.org - THANK YOU!
Visit: mainstreetmaine.org - THANK YOU!
November 11, 2025 at 4:07 PM
This holiday season, consider giving gifts that brighten your community — shop local and explore Main Street Maine's charming downtowns full of unique shops and talented makers, perfect for all your gifts, decorations, and holiday festivities!
Visit: mainstreetmaine.org - THANK YOU!
Visit: mainstreetmaine.org - THANK YOU!
Westbrook’s Monsters Run the River event is taking place SUNDAY, October 26th, 2025. Join the scenic and fall festive run along the Presumpscot River and through downtown Westbrook! Wear your best Halloween costume (dogs too—don’t miss the Canine 5K!). Kids 10 & under 1K Fun Run at 8:30 AM.
October 21, 2025 at 9:55 PM
Westbrook’s Monsters Run the River event is taking place SUNDAY, October 26th, 2025. Join the scenic and fall festive run along the Presumpscot River and through downtown Westbrook! Wear your best Halloween costume (dogs too—don’t miss the Canine 5K!). Kids 10 & under 1K Fun Run at 8:30 AM.
UPDATED ANNUAL LIST OF HALLOWEEN EVENTS! Ready for some spooktacular fun in Maine? From downtown trick-or-treating to themed runs and costume parties, there's plenty of festive fun for families and adults alike. Explore our list of downtown Halloween events here: mainstreetmaine.org/halloween-on...
Halloween on Main Street Maine!
Halloween on Main Street Maine! Explore Maine's Main Street downtowns with these Halloween events. Maine Halloween celebrations >
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October 8, 2025 at 8:53 PM
UPDATED ANNUAL LIST OF HALLOWEEN EVENTS! Ready for some spooktacular fun in Maine? From downtown trick-or-treating to themed runs and costume parties, there's plenty of festive fun for families and adults alike. Explore our list of downtown Halloween events here: mainstreetmaine.org/halloween-on...
Celebrate fall at one of Maine’s downtown breweries, brewpubs, and biergartens — where local flavor, community spirit, and crisp autumn vibes come together. From Ellsworth to Biddeford, each pint tells the story of Maine’s Main Streets.
LIST: mainstreetmaine.org/maine-downtown-breweries
LIST: mainstreetmaine.org/maine-downtown-breweries
Enjoy these Maine Downtown Breweries, Brewpubs and Biergartens
Maine's downtown breweries, brewpubs, and biergartens reflect the local culture and history, offering visitors a unique insight into the Main Street communities.
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October 1, 2025 at 7:06 PM
Celebrate fall at one of Maine’s downtown breweries, brewpubs, and biergartens — where local flavor, community spirit, and crisp autumn vibes come together. From Ellsworth to Biddeford, each pint tells the story of Maine’s Main Streets.
LIST: mainstreetmaine.org/maine-downtown-breweries
LIST: mainstreetmaine.org/maine-downtown-breweries
Discover Gardiner, Maine! When visiting this historic riverside town, make sure to enjoy a perfect blend of charm, flavor, and culture: mainstreetmaine.org/gardiner-me/
September 24, 2025 at 8:19 PM
Discover Gardiner, Maine! When visiting this historic riverside town, make sure to enjoy a perfect blend of charm, flavor, and culture: mainstreetmaine.org/gardiner-me/
The Pumpkin Harvest Festival in Saco- Saturday, October 18, 2025! Live music, pony rides, a pumpkin patch, pie-eating contests, local food, and over 60 vendors. Celebrate autumn in downtown Saco! mainstreetmaine.org/.../saco-pum... #fallfestival #mainefall #visitmaine #sacomaine #maineevents
PUMPKIN HARVEST FESTIVAL (Saco, ME)
Experience fall fun in downtown Saco, Maine!
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September 23, 2025 at 4:00 PM
The Pumpkin Harvest Festival in Saco- Saturday, October 18, 2025! Live music, pony rides, a pumpkin patch, pie-eating contests, local food, and over 60 vendors. Celebrate autumn in downtown Saco! mainstreetmaine.org/.../saco-pum... #fallfestival #mainefall #visitmaine #sacomaine #maineevents