Winter Things to Do in Maine

Winter Shopping

From bargain to boutique, Maine has all your winter and holiday shopping covered. Head to Freeport to peruse more than 120 outlets and, of course, the L.L.Bean Flagship Store. Is it really winter in Maine without a pair of L.L.Bean  boots? The Kittery Outlets, just across the border are a must-shop spot for anyone driving up from New Hampshire. To show a little local love all across the state, check out our many charming Main Street Maine communities for unique shops and plenty of Maine-made finds.

Winter Festivals

Winter is a time to come together, and there’s no better way to do just that than by experiencing our many winter festivals. Rangeley’s Snodeo is all about high-octane snowmobile fun, while Boothbay Lights, Kennebunkport’s Christmas Prelude and Camden and Rockland’s Christmas by the Sea are all delightful ways to get into the holiday spirit.

Winter Tours

Imperial hazy IPAs. Spicy lobster rolls. Robert Indiana originals. There’s no telling what you’ll find when a Maine expert is leading the way. The Maine Art Museum Trail can keep art lovers happy all winter long, but for a unique look at Maine’s role in American art try a guided tour of the Farnworth Museum. In Portland, Bar Harbor, Biddeford and beyond, you can satisfy your inner foodie with a Maine Food Tour. And whether you consider yourself a craft beer connoisseur or not, the Maine Brew Bus will be sure you sample local favorites and quirky batches at Portland’s beloved breweries, distilleries and wineries.