Please join us on Monday, December 8th from 12-5 p.m. (No set limit, free open entry.) Celebrate the season with a special one-day event designed for our community! We'll be offering exclusive locals-only savings plus festive take-home kits and holiday fun.

• 20% Off 1 night Monday stay on the 8th to residents of ME, NH, and MA. (Valid ID required.)
• Kids Grab Bags ($20) – Filled with holiday crafts, surprises, and festive fun to keep little ones entertained.
• Take & Make Kits – Everything you need to bring the holiday spirit home:
  • Family Kit – Hot cocoa bar set, family craft, and game night supplies.
  • Girls’ Night Kit – At-home wreath decorating, holiday cookie kit, prosecco pairing cocktail cubes, and edible glitter for a festive sparkle.

Join us from Monday, December 8, through Thursday, December 11th, from 1 - 5 p.m., for each person who donates, they get entered into our holiday raffle, which is called the last day of prelude.  Help our community stay warm this winter! We’re collecting gently used winter boots, jackets, hats, and gloves to support neighbors in need. Drop off your donations and share the gift of warmth this season. For each person who donates, they get entered into our holiday raffle, which is on the last day of Prelude.

Looking for the perfect homemade gift? Join us on December 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 12, and 13th in Nathaniel Lord's Carriage House at the Kennebunkport Captains Collection to create a beautiful wreath your family and friends will cherish for years to come! Create one large wreath or two small wreaths for yourself or a loved one. 

Add your personal touch to a beautiful, handcrafted wreath from Marebrook Farm in Brunswick, Maine—made with fresh, organic greenery, so the hard work is already done for you! Choose from ribbons, bows, dried fruits, berries, and other pops of festive color. It’s a farm-to-front-door holiday creation that’s as fresh as it is festive. Supplies include 8 stems, 1 hoop, and fasteners for sustainable wreaths built to last. Please note this event is adult-only. 

• December 5, 6, and 7 at 4 p.m.  
• December 9 and 10 at 5 p.m. 
• December 12 and 13 at 4 p.m. 

Get crafty this holiday season with our kid-friendly ornament-making experience! While crafting, enjoy popcorn and bottomless hot chocolate for a cozy, holiday-perfect afternoon. Fun, hands-on, and full of festive cheer. Learn how to make a delightful treat for local birds. Simply attach twine or fishing line to a pinecone, cover it with peanut butter or shortening, roll it in birdseed, and hang it on a tree branch in our garden or your own. 

• December 9 and 10 at 4 p.m. 
• December 13 at 11 a.m. 

BYOB Gingerbread House Decorating Party! Bring your favorite beverage and dive into a festive night of sugar, spice, and everything nice. Each guest will receive a gingerbread house kit and access to a variety of frostings, candies, and decorative toppings to create a masterpiece. Sip, snack, and decorate your way through the evening in a relaxed, adult-only holiday experience. Whether competitive or carefree, it’s the perfect way to kick off the season with friends and festive fun!

• December 4 and 11 at 5 p.m. 

Join us for a festive Holiday Stocking Decorating Workshop! Pick your perfect stocking and make it your own with patches, pins, paints, pompoms, ribbons, and bows. A fun way to add a personal touch to your holiday décor—or create a one-of-a-kind gift!

• December 5 at 12 p.m. 
• December 11 at 4 p.m.

Shine a little brighter this season with LadyFine Jewelry’s Permanent Jewelry pop-up. Join us during Prelude to create a custom, forever piece—delicate chains and charms welded for a seamless, lasting sparkle. A perfect holiday keepsake or gift!

• December 5 and 12 at 1 p.m.

Gather your besties on Sunday, December 7, for the ultimate girls’ night out in our Holiday Haven, where twinkling lights, festive music, and cozy vibes set the perfect backdrop. Create your own holiday charm bracelet—a thoughtful gift for someone special or a sparkling keepsake for yourself! Enjoy sweet and savory bites as you design a piece that’s uniquely yours.

• December 7 at 12 p.m. 

Get parade-ready at our Holiday Hat Decorating Workshop! Just before the 20th Annual Hat Parade, design a show-stopping creation with festive trims, ribbons, pompoms, and more. Whether you’re marching or cheering from the sidelines, your hat is sure to stand out in the crowd!

• December 6 at 12 p.m.

Have a more silent night and enjoy the candlelight carols with us. “Blanks” beverage trucks will be serving up hot toddies and more.

• December 6 at 6:30 p.m

Gather the fam together for a special holiday photo and take home this special family memory captured by Maine Photo Booth.

• December 10 from 1-3 p.m.

Each child (one ticket per child) will enjoy a cup of hot chocolate, receive a copy of The Night Before Christmas, and have it personally signed by Santa. After the signing, you will have a moment to snap a photo with the Big Man in Red, perfect for capturing the holiday spirit.

• December 14 at 12 p.m.