2026 Schedule: COMING SOON
2025 SCHEDULE:
Community Events: FRIDAY
12:00pm – 7:00pm
Hosted by the Skowhegan Regional Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by Bangor Savings Bank.
414 Madison Avenue, Skowhegan, Maine
T&B’s Celebration Center
Festival of Trees
$2 entry fee, tickets $.50/each. December 4-7. Place a ticket next to your preferred tree—tickets will be chosen and winners announced!Hosted by the Skowhegan Regional Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by Bangor Savings Bank.
414 Madison Avenue, Skowhegan, Maine
4:00pm
FREE
Rated G | 103 Minutes
19 Court Street, Skowhegan, Maine
Spotlight Cinemas at The Strand
Prancer
A child discovers a hurt reindeer in the woods, which she believes to be Santa’s reindeer, Prancer. With the help of a sympathetic veterinarian, she takes care of the wounded creature. What’s supposed to be a secret is eventually discovered by the entire town!FREE
Rated G | 103 Minutes
19 Court Street, Skowhegan, Maine
4:30pm
FREE
Rated PG | 90 Minutes
19 Court Street, Skowhegan, Maine
Spotlight Cinemas at The Strand
The Grinch
The Grinch and his loyal dog, Max, live a solitary existence inside a cave on Mount Crumpet. When his neighbors in Whoville celebrate the holidays with a bang, the disgruntled Grinch hatches a scheme to pose as Santa Claus, steal Christmas and silence the Whos’ holiday cheer once and for all.FREE
Rated PG | 90 Minutes
19 Court Street, Skowhegan, Maine
6:30pm – 8:00pm
Registration is open.
FREE
View from Water Street, Skowhegan
FREE
SKOW-Whoville Parade
Join the parade featuring the Grinch, Martha Mae, and Mr. and Mrs. Clause! Floats will convene at the District Court Parking Lot.Registration is open.
FREE
View from Water Street, Skowhegan
Community Events: SATURDAY
8:00am – 10:00am
13 Island Ave, Skowhegan, Maine
Skowhegan Federated Church, Tewksbury Hall
Breakfast with Santa [$]
Breakfast Prices: $5 for children under 12/$7 for adults. Cash and cards are accepted. For more information please call (207) 474-2776.13 Island Ave, Skowhegan, Maine
9:00am – 2:00pm
FREE
39 Poulin Dr, Skowhegan, Maine
Skowhegan Community Center
Holiday Craft Fair
Enjoy fresh baked goods and shop thoughtful gift ideas from local artisans and craftspeople!FREE
39 Poulin Dr, Skowhegan, Maine
10:00am – 1:00pm
Drinks & Snacks available for everyone.
Children can decorate cookies in the Activity Room!
Open to the public & everything is free.
11 North Ave, Skowhegan, Maine
Redington Memorial Home
Annual Christmas Tree Decorating Contest
Vote for your favorite Christmas Tree decorated by local businesses!Drinks & Snacks available for everyone.
Children can decorate cookies in the Activity Room!
Open to the public & everything is free.
11 North Ave, Skowhegan, Maine
10:00am
FREE
Rated G | 103 Minutes
19 Court Street, Skowhegan, Maine
Spotlight Cinemas at The Strand
Prancer
A child discovers a hurt reindeer in the woods, which she believes to be Santa’s reindeer, Prancer. With the help of a sympathetic veterinarian, she takes care of the wounded creature. What’s supposed to be a secret is eventually discovered by the entire town!FREE
Rated G | 103 Minutes
19 Court Street, Skowhegan, Maine
10:30am
FREE
Rated G | 100 Minutes
19 Court Street, Skowhegan, Maine
Spotlight Cinemas at The Strand
Polar Express
A young boy is shocked to see a train stop outside his window on Christmas Eve—destined for the North Pole. When he accepts an invitation from the conductor to climb on board, he embarks on a white-knuckle ride to Santa’s headquarters, where he makes fast friends and learns an invaluable lesson about the true spirit of Christmas.FREE
Rated G | 100 Minutes
19 Court Street, Skowhegan, Maine
10:30am
FREE
9 Elm St, Skowhegan, Maine
Skowhegan Free Public Library
Santa Claus Storytime
Join us for a story read by Santa himself, followed by a craft and photos. Don’t forget to bring Santa your Christmas list!FREE
9 Elm St, Skowhegan, Maine
10:00am – 1:00pm
Downtown Skowhegan
Skow-Whoville Stroll
We are thrilled to bring you tons of Grinch-themed family activities!Grinch, Martha Mae, Cindy Lou Who Appearance [Free!] Around downtown Skowhegan
The Grinch’s Stolen Items [Donation] 185 Water Street
Sponsored by Mika Skowhegan’s Awesome After School & Summer Camps and Mika’s Awesome Dance Academy
Hot Cocoa [Free!] Computer Improvements, 101 Water Street
Peppermint Ice Cream & Hot Cocoa [Free!] Joe’s Flat Iron Café, 65 Water Street
Grinch Photo Op [Free!] 185 Water Street/Around downtown
The Grinch Story Walk [Free!] Starts at 185 Water Street
Grinch Games [Free!] 185 Water Street
Sponsored by Redington-Fairview General Hospital
Popcorn & Cotton Candy [Free!] 185 Water Street
Christmas Craft with Somerset Public Health [FREE] 20 Madison Avenue
Face Painting [Free!] 185 Water Street
Family Crafts & Coloring [Free!] 185 Water Street
Horse & Carriage Rides with Seavey Farm [Free!] Pick up at the Skowhegan Regional Chamber of Commerce, 23 Commercial Street
Sponsored by The Bankery & Skowhegan Fleuriste
Cookie Decorating [Free!] Computer Improvements, 101 Water Street, with the GFWC Skowhegan Women’s Club and Bloomfield Garden Club
Beaded Wreath Ornament-Making with Community Care, 185 Water Street
The Grinch Scavenger Hunt at participating locations – Pick up hunt sheets at the Bankery, Joe’s Flat Iron Cafe, Computer Improvements/Key Appliance, and 185 Water Street!
Downtown Skowhegan, Maine
The Grinch’s Stolen Items [Donation] 185 Water Street
Sponsored by Mika Skowhegan’s Awesome After School & Summer Camps and Mika’s Awesome Dance Academy
Hot Cocoa [Free!] Computer Improvements, 101 Water Street
Peppermint Ice Cream & Hot Cocoa [Free!] Joe’s Flat Iron Café, 65 Water Street
Grinch Photo Op [Free!] 185 Water Street/Around downtown
The Grinch Story Walk [Free!] Starts at 185 Water Street
Grinch Games [Free!] 185 Water Street
Sponsored by Redington-Fairview General Hospital
Popcorn & Cotton Candy [Free!] 185 Water Street
Christmas Craft with Somerset Public Health [FREE] 20 Madison Avenue
Face Painting [Free!] 185 Water Street
Family Crafts & Coloring [Free!] 185 Water Street
Horse & Carriage Rides with Seavey Farm [Free!] Pick up at the Skowhegan Regional Chamber of Commerce, 23 Commercial Street
Sponsored by The Bankery & Skowhegan Fleuriste
Cookie Decorating [Free!] Computer Improvements, 101 Water Street, with the GFWC Skowhegan Women’s Club and Bloomfield Garden Club
Beaded Wreath Ornament-Making with Community Care, 185 Water Street
The Grinch Scavenger Hunt at participating locations – Pick up hunt sheets at the Bankery, Joe’s Flat Iron Cafe, Computer Improvements/Key Appliance, and 185 Water Street!
Downtown Skowhegan, Maine
12:00pm – 1:00pm
FREE
Skowhegan Outdoors Basecamp (65 Water Street)
Winter Gear & Cold Weather Layering Demo
There’s more to dressing in Maine than flannel (I know, we were surprised too!) Join Amber, Madeline, and Matt for a fun and informative demo.FREE
10:00am – 7:00pm
Hosted by the Skowhegan Regional Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by Bangor Savings Bank.
414 Madison Avenue, Skowhegan, Maine
T&B’s Celebration Center
Festival of Trees
$2 entry fee, tickets $.50/each. December 4-7. Place a ticket next to your preferred tree—tickets will be chosen and winners announced!Hosted by the Skowhegan Regional Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by Bangor Savings Bank.
414 Madison Avenue, Skowhegan, Maine
1:00pm – 3:00pm
PURCHASE TICKETS
There is no deadline to purchase online tickets — walk-ins are welcome (pay on-site, space permitting.)
151 Water St., Skowhegan
Unwined
Wreath-Making [$]
Unwined with a drink and some festive wreath-making. $40 to participate. Ticket includes all supplies and a free beer, wine, NA brew or mocktail. Leave with your own festive holiday creation!PURCHASE TICKETS
There is no deadline to purchase online tickets — walk-ins are welcome (pay on-site, space permitting.)
151 Water St., Skowhegan
5:00pm – 10:00pm
Registration is from 4:30-5:00 at Joe’s Flat Iron Café. Crawl begins at 5:00pm.
PURCHASE TICKETS
There isn no deadline to purchase tickets online — walk-ins welcome (pay on-site.)
Downtown Skowhegan, Maine
Sponsored by Old Mill Pub
SKOW WhoCrawl
Join us for a 21+ tour of downtown Skowhegan’s finest food and beverage establishments.Registration is from 4:30-5:00 at Joe’s Flat Iron Café. Crawl begins at 5:00pm.
PURCHASE TICKETS
There isn no deadline to purchase tickets online — walk-ins welcome (pay on-site.)
Downtown Skowhegan, Maine
Community Events: SUNDAY
10:00am
FREE
Rated G | 100 Minutes
19 Court Street, Skowhegan, Maine
Spotlight Cinemas at The Strand
Polar Express
A young boy is shocked to see a train stop outside his window on Christmas Eve—destined for the North Pole. When he accepts an invitation from the conductor to climb on board, he embarks on a white-knuckle ride to Santa’s headquarters, where he makes fast friends and learns an invaluable lesson about the true spirit of Christmas.FREE
Rated G | 100 Minutes
19 Court Street, Skowhegan, Maine
10:30am
FREE
Rated PG | 90 Minutes
19 Court Street, Skowhegan, Maine
Spotlight Cinemas at The Strand
The Grinch
The Grinch and his loyal dog, Max, live a solitary existence inside a cave on Mount Crumpet. When his neighbors in Whoville celebrate the holidays with a bang, the disgruntled Grinch hatches a scheme to pose as Santa Claus, steal Christmas and silence the Whos’ holiday cheer once and for all.FREE
Rated PG | 90 Minutes
19 Court Street, Skowhegan, Maine
10:00am – 4:00pm
Hosted by the Skowhegan Regional Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by Bangor Savings Bank.
414 Madison Avenue, Skowhegan, Maine
T&B’s Celebration Center
Festival of Trees
$2 entry fee, tickets $.50/each. December 4-7. Place a ticket next to your preferred tree—tickets will be chosen and winners announced!Hosted by the Skowhegan Regional Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by Bangor Savings Bank.
414 Madison Avenue, Skowhegan, Maine
Interested in becoming a sponsor?
Fill out our online form!
Thank you to our Lead Sponsor:
Thank you to our supporting sponsors:
ACTIVITY SPONSORS:
Ancorum Credit Union
Austin Associates
Damon’s Beverage Mart
Hammond Lumber
Key Appliance
Redington-Fairview General Hospital
Renewal by Andersen
Skills, Inc.
Whittemore & Sons