Join us in lighting one of the most unique Christmas “trees” in the country – the Lobster Trap Tree in Cape Porpoise. The wearing of masks is recommended indoors and when social distancing is not possible. Sponsors: Cape Porpoise Kitchen and farm + table.

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Along Western Avenue stretching from Beach Avenue in Kennebunk to Spring Street in Kennebunkport. Join us for a block-long family-friendly celebration featuring live music, street performers, fire eating shows, fire baton performances and more! There will be delicious snacks available from local vendors, appearances by special characters and frequent lightings of the Dock Square Tree, counting down from 5. Also see our Prelude 40 Trees Trail light up at 6:30 p.m. Per Maine Law, carrying open containers of alcohol and drinking alcoholic beverages in public are prohibited. The wearing of masks is recommended indoors and when social distancing is not possible. Premiere Sponsor: Kennebunk Savings, Entertainment Sponsor: Kennebunkport Captains Collection.

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Grab a map at Mornings In Paris or Dock Square Coffee House, and visit the 40 trees decorated by local businesses in celebration of Prelude's 40th anniversary. The trees will be lit at once at 6:30 p.m. on Dec. 3 and 10 for a special visual treat! The wearing of masks is recommended indoors and when social distancing is not possible. Sponsor: Mornings In Paris.

Join us at the corner of Christensen Lane and Route 35 for the lighting of the Lower Village Tree with carols. Following the lighting, enjoy the traditional stroll to the Franciscan Monastery. The wearing of masks is recommended indoors and when social distancing is not possible. Sponsor: People's United 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. Participants are asked to wear masks entering and leaving the venue and to socially distance in family/friend pods on the grounds. No parking on property. Enjoy roasted chestnuts at the entry courtesy of the White Barn Inn. Sponsor: White Barn Inn.

Join Santa on his annual pilgrimage up the Kennebunk River, traveling up and down the river several times to wave to children. Families can get an inside peek of Santa's journey via Facebook live on the Christmas Prelude Facebook page. The wearing of masks is recommended indoors and when social distancing is not possible. Sponsor: Alisson's Restaurant.

Keep your eyes and ears open for a surprise burst of fireworks - maybe even more than one! - during tonight’s Prelude Family Festival. These can be viewed along Western Avenue. Sponsors: Historic Inns of Kennebunkport, H.B. Provisions, Abacus & Batson River.

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PARKING & ROAD CLOSURE INFO
Along Western Avenue stretching from Beach Avenue in Kennebunk to Spring Street in Kennebunkport. Join us for a block-long family-friendly celebration featuring live music, street performers, fire baton performances and more! There will be delicious snacks available from local vendors, appearances by special characters and frequent lightings of the Dock Square Tree, counting down from 5. Keep an eye on the skies as there will be surprise fireworks during this event. Also see our Prelude 40 Trees Trail light up at 6:30 p.m. Per Maine Law, carrying open containers of alcohol and drinking alcoholic beverages in public are prohibited. The wearing of masks is recommended indoors and when social distancing is not possible. Premiere Sponsor: Kennebunk Savings, Entertainment Sponsor: Kennebunkport Captains Collection.

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Grab a map at Mornings In Paris or Dock Square Coffee House, and visit the 40 trees decorated by local businesses in celebration of Prelude's 40th anniversary. The trees will be lit at once at 6:30 p.m. on Dec. 3 and 10 for a special visual treat! The wearing of masks is recommended indoors and when social distancing is not possible. Sponsor: Mornings In Paris.

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. The wearing of masks is recommended indoors and when social distancing is not possible. Sponsor: Seaside Inn.

See Santa and his lobster elves as they arrive by fire truck in Cape Porpoise Square. The wearing of masks is recommended indoors and when social distancing is not possible. Sponsor: JAK Designs.