Portland Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Portland and surrounding areas
Portland welcomes the holiday season with thoughtful things to do and immersive holiday activities across the Old Port, Munjoy Hill and Victoria Mansion area in 2025. Events like Christmas at Victoria Mansion and the Visit Freeport Sparkle Celebration mix historic charm with seasonal lights, holiday markets, festive events and cozy performances that invite locals and visitors to celebrate together.
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Christmas Markets
21 eventsMaine's most popular holiday celebration with a talking Christmas Tree
Christmas Lights
8 eventsSanta's arrival and the Talking Christmas Tree
Christmas Shows
6 eventsAnnual Nutcracker production by a premiere dance school
Other Christmas Activities
13 eventsTraditional Three Kings Parade with royal arrival by sea
Editor's Picks (6)
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Visit Freeport Sparkle Celebration
(Freeport)
Santa's arrival and the Talking Christmas Tree
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Cabalgata de Reyes Magos in Palma
(Palma)
Traditional Three Kings Parade with royal arrival by sea
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Christmas at Victoria Mansion
Historic Italianate villa adorned for the holidays
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Kennebunkport Christmas Prelude
(Kennebunkport)
Iconic Santa arrival by lobster boat
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Gardens Aglow
(Boothbay)
New England's premier light show with nature-themed displays.
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Holiday at the Plaza
(Lewiston)
Community holiday celebration
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Weekday evenings tend to be less crowded. Peak times are weekends in December, especially closer to Christmas.
Most events offer on-site parking. Check individual event pages for specific parking information and fees.
Most venues are accessible. Contact individual events for specific accessibility accommodations.