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:
https://mainstreetmaine.org/.../bucks-naked-bbq-gardiner-me/Provender Kitchen + Bar in downtown Ellsworth continues to set the bar high for Midcoast dining, and its new winter menu is giving food lovers even more reason to visit. Guests this season can dig into dishes like their rich and savory Pheasant Breast with braised bacon and potato rösti, the beautifully balanced Black Cod Miso with kimchi and red curry broth, or the unforgettable Bison Meatloaf paired with sweet potato and blackberry balsamic.
https://mainstreetmaine.org/listing/provender-kitchen-bar-ellsworth-me/
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
The Saco Holiday Festival & Parade of Lights returns on Saturday, December 13, and downtown will be filled with festive fun from morning through night. Enjoy kids’ crafts, holiday shopping, storytime with Santa, live music, sweet treats, and the magical Parade of Lights at 6 PM, when Main Street transforms into a glowing procession of floats and holiday cheer. SCHEDULE:
https://mainstreetmaine.org/.../saco-holiday-festival.../#mainstreetmaine #visitmaine #sacomaine #maineevents #DownTownSaco #mainefortheholidays #visitmaineDOWNTOWN 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:
https://mainstreetmaine.org/listing/makos-treasures-saco-me/DOWNTOWN HOLIDAY SHOPPING / UNIQUE GIFT IDEAS from Bath, Maine. Markings Gallery [50 Front Street: Bath, Maine] is a vibrant art space showcasing the diverse talents of over 50 Maine artists. The gallery offers an eclectic mix of fine crafts and artworks that reflect the region's rich cultural heritage and contemporary creativity.
https://mainstreetmaine.org/listing/markings-gallery-bath-maine/#Maine #mainelife #mainegifts #mainstreetmaine #shoplocalmaineDOWNTOWN 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!
https://mainstreetmaine.org/listing/the-chocolate-shoppe-at-merkaba-sol-augusta-me/
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: https://MainStreetMaine.org - THANK YOU!
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Westbrook’s Monsters Run the River event is taking place SUNDAY, October 26th, 2025 at 9 am. 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 can join the FREE 1K Fun Run at 8:30 AM near the American Legion.
All proceeds benefit Discover Downtown Westbrook, a proud Main Street America community!
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:
https://mainstreetmaine.org/halloween-on-main-street-maine/
