Stop by The Shops at Morning Walk's Gingerbread Village and add a personalized tribute ornament to our "Celebrate a Life" tree. Ornaments will be available for donation at all of the shops, with proceeds benefitting the Dempsey Foundation. The Shops at Morning Walk, 2 Morning Walk Lane, Kennebunk.
See and smell hundreds of one of a kind hand decorated and edible gingerbread houses, trees and cookies. You may even catch & meet on of the award winning bakers decorating on site! The Shops at Morning Walk, 2 Morning Walk Ln, Kennebunk.
Join us for some old-fashioned family fun! The whole family can enjoy an arts & craft session in Nathaniel Lord's Carriage House. Create two orange pomander balls and two ornaments for the perfect, unique decorations this holiday season. All ages are welcome! For tickets and pricing: CLICK HERE. Kennebunkport Captains Collection, 6 Pleasant Street, Kennebunkport.
Built in 1853, White Columns is one of the Kennebunkport Historical Society’s premier properties. Owned and loved by the same family for 130 years, the Victorian-era home has retained its old-world charm and still contains the home’s original furnishings. Step back in time by taking a guided tour. Docents will lead you through seven rooms of the stately home and share stories about three generations of the Perkins-Nott family that lived, loved and lost in this magnificent Greek revival mansion. The tour includes history of Kennebunkport, its shipbuilding and maritime traditions, and the intriguing story of the family that inhabited the home. Tours run hourly. $15 per person. Tickets sold at the onsite gift shop. White Columns, 8 Maine St, Kennebunkport.
Join us for artful gift wrapping, and we promise you'll have the most beautiful presents under the tree this year! Each $55 ticket includes three small gift wraps. To reserve: CLICK HERE. Kennebunkport Captains Collection, 6 Pleasant Street, Kennebunkport.
Looking for the perfect homemade gift? Join us at Nathaniel Lord's Carriage House to create a beautiful
wreath your family and friends will cherish for years to come! Supplies include 8 stems, 1 hoop,
and fasteners for sustainable wreaths built to last. Ages 8+. Ticket info and pricing: CLICK HERE. Kennebunkport Captains Collection, 6 Pleasant Street, Kennebunkport.
Snap a holiday pic to memorialize Christmas Prelude 2023! Plenty of fun props and signs for you to borrow. The photo booth is donation based with all proceeds going to the COS Food Pantry. $10 suggested donation. Maine Art Hill, 5 Chase Hill Road, Kennebunk.
Featuring Maine made fine art crafts, jewelry, photography, glass, ornaments, woodworking, and more. Plus special weekend programming including a photobooth, fundraisers, and free kids' arts & crafts. Enjoy our fire pit, refreshments, and general, cheery merriment! Maine Art Hill, 1 & 5 Chase Hill Rd, Kennebunk.
Happening inside the Nathaniel Lord Carriage House, experience the magic of our winter wonderland! Enjoy our hot chocolate bar and festive gift market, featuring vintage apparel and accessories by top designers, toys, body products, housewares, and holiday decor. We're all about coming together with family and friends and making memories that will last all year long. Kennebunkport Captains Collection, 6 Pleasant Street, Kennebunkport.
Gather with family and friends to make memories that last a lifetime! Stop by Nathaniel Lord's Carriage House for festive holiday ornament making. Create six unique ornaments to hang on your
tree this Christmas. Ages 12+. For tickets and pricing: CLICK HERE. Kennebunkport Captains Collection, 6 Pleasant Street, Kennebunkport.
The Port Box will be selling 2 and 4 person luxury charcuterie boxes to go. Stop by for some sampling of the meats and cheeses or just to pick up your favorite charcuterie! We look forward to seeing you all again. Outside Maine & Vine, 13 Western Ave, Kennebunk.
Explore the charm of Kennebunkport’s history on our lively walking tours! Experience the history of Kennebunkport’s Dock Square. Enjoy a guided tour filled with the social, cultural, and architectural stories of the people who lived here. This 45-minute to 1-hour tour covers approximately 3/4 miles on uneven sidewalks with slight elevation. Please be mindful of this before reserving the tour. On our walking tour, guests get a first-hand look at the homes and streets of historic Kennebunkport. The narrative covers the architecture of the homes and stories of the families who built them. Tours run on the hour: 1pm, 2pm, and 3pm. $20 per person. Tickets sold in advance - purchase online here. White Columns, 8 Maine St, Kennebunkport.
Join us at Earth at Hidden Pond as we celebrate Christmas Prelude where you'll experience the warm and savory flavors of winter paired with a variety of blends. Enjoy canapes and sip on the sweet tastes of the chilly season. $85 per person, for tickets: CLICK HERE. Class is open to adults 21 years of age or older. Proper ID is required at door. Earth at Hidden Pond, 354 Goose Rocks Rd, Kennebunkport.
Stop by for a Prelude treat! Scratch winter soups and chowders in bread bowls, holiday-inspired cookies and whoopie pies and Maine-roasted coffees. 10% of all sales will be donated to support The Little Pantry. Chamber of Commerce Kiosk, 1 Chase Hill Rd, Kennebunk.
Join us for an enchanting evening at White Columns, where history comes alive amidst the flickering glow of candlelight. Step back in time and experience the charm of this historic mansion. Wander through the beautifully decorated rooms, adorned with festive holiday decorations, as you listen to captivating stories from the past. As you explore, you’ll be guided by knowledgeable historians who will share intriguing tales about the house and its former inhabitants. Discover the secrets hidden within the walls and gain a deeper understanding of the history that shaped this remarkable place. With the soft glow of candlelight illuminating your path, you’ll feel transported to another era. The warm ambiance creates a magical atmosphere, perfect for creating lasting memories with loved ones. Tours run on the hour: 4pm, 5pm, 6pm, & 7pm. $20 per person. Tickets: purchase online. White Columns, 8 Maine St, Kennebunkport.
Passport available for pickup at the Rococo Dessert Bar, and includes 12 treats that are available each day of Prelude. Once a participant purchases the treat of the day (either a dessert, hot alcoholic beverage, milkshake, etc.), they will get a stamp on the appropriate page. Participants who complete the passport will win a prize! The event runs all 11 days of Prelude. The Rococo Dessert Bar, 8 Western Ave, Unit 5, Kennebunk.
Stop by for our s'mores and hot cocoa party! Sit by the fire pits and make your own s'mores. $5 per s'mores kit, and hot chocolate purchased by the cup. H.B. Provisions, 15 Western Ave, Kennebunk
Experience a magical walk through the illuminated stones of Kennebunkport Conservation Trust's community labyrinth. From dusk each evening through Prelude, solar lights enhance the quiet beauty of this special place, offering a moment of wonder and awe amidst the seasonal hustle & bustle. Kennebunkport Conservation Trust Emmons Preserve, 57 Gravelly Brook Rd, Kennebunkport.
Caroling 5:30-6pm, Tree Lighting at 6pm. 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. Dock Square, Kennebunkport.Sponsored by KBA member Alisson's Restaurant.
Enjoy our Prelude extravaganza that will take place in the cove and can be viewed from the Mathew Lanigan Bridge and surrounding areas. Dock Square, Kennebunkport.Sponsored by KBA members Kennebunkport Resort Collection, H.B. Provisions, Portside Real Estate Group, Alisson's Restaurant and The Breakwater Inn.
Join newly formed local band “Haloye & The Boys” to celebrate Prelude with an evening of festive fun and music that includes some blues, soul, funk, and holiday songs. $10 per person. Tickets required, CLICK HERE. Ticket sales and all other money raised will benefit River Tree Arts. Space is limited. River Tree Arts, 35 Western Avenue, Kennebunk.
Alisson's Restaurant
11 Dock Square, Kennebunkport Come sing along or enjoy the show with DJ Nate! 21+ only with ID. Alisson's Restaurant, 11 Dock Square, Kennebunkport.
