Christmas Vacation
Enjoy the most magical time of the year here at Sugarloaf with non-stop activities and entertainment, both on and off the slopes. We'll have horse & carriage rides, live music, celebrations, and more!
10am-5pm
Holiday Gift Bazaar
Annual gathering of vendors and artisans across Maine selling hand crafted items perfect for holiday gifts located in the Sugarloaf Mountain Hotel both Saturday & Sunday
3-6pm
Live Music at the Widowmaker
Let's keep the festivities going with live music by Seagrass
3-6pm
Tree lighting Festival
Join us around the base area for the Tree Lighting, holiday cheer, photos with Santa, fireworks, and more!
7-9pm
Live Music at the Widowmaker
Let's keep the festivities going with live music by Dyer & The Daydreamers
10-4pm
Holiday Gift Bazaar
Annual gathering of vendors and artisans across Maine selling hand crafted items perfect for holiday gifts located in the Sugarloaf Mountain Hotel.
2-5pm
Live Music at the Widowmaker
Stop into the Widowmaker Bar for après and live music entertainment from Henry Lowery.
3-4pm
Ice Cream Social
Join us in the King Pine Room. First come, first serve while supplies last
2-4pm
Horse and Carriage Rides
Free carriage rides along Main Street with horses Burt and Ernie.
7 & 9 PM
Christmas Eve Candlelight Services
Christmas Eve is a time laden with traditions and special memories, which for many includes the candlelight service at the Richard Bell Chapel
3-8pm
Christmas Dinner at 45 North
Simplify your Christmas dinner and leave the cooking to us with reservations at 45 North. Your family will enjoy an incredible dining experience centered around a chef-driven menu, served buffet style. Space is limited; reservations are highly encouraged!
2-4pm
Horse and Carriage Rides
Free carriage rides along Main Street with horses Burt and Ernie.
3-6pm
Live Music at the Widowmaker
Dan McCaw
4-7pm
Climb for A Cure
Raise a mountain of money while climbing the mountain to Bullwinkle's. Registration will open soon.
3-4pm
Marshmallow Roasting
Gather around the fire on the Beach for free roasted marshmallows. First come, first serve while supplies last.
3-6pm
Live music at the Widowmaker
Join us for après music by Breakin' Strings. All ages welcome.
7-9pm
Hotel Movie and Game Night
Enjoy a holiday-themed movie with popcorn and cocoa in the Carrabassett Rooms and board games in the Kennebec Room of the Sugarloaf Mountain Hotel.
3-6pm
Live Music at the Widowmaker
Join us for après music by Crowded Table. All ages welcome.
4-5pm
Cookies and Cocoa at D'Ellies
Come unwind, mingle and meet a Sugarloaf neighbor at D’Ellies. You bring a friend and Sugarloaf Christian Ministry will provide free warm treats and a simple craft for kids.
4:30pm
The Silver Circus at the Carrabassett Valley Library
Free for all ages, this one-of-a-kind show features magic, juggling, comedy, and audience participation that explores perseverance, self-confidence, and overcoming obstacles.
5:30-7pm
Holiday Dinner with Amos & Friends
Join us at the Sugarloaf Outdoor Center for a Character Dinner featuring Amos and Friends, complete with a ride on the enchanting Moose Caboose!
7-7:45pm
Free Magic Show at D'Ellies
Dazzle your mind with illusions meant to spark awe and wonder for the whole family.
9pm-12:30am
Rigometrics at the Widowmaker
Originally schedule for The Rack BBQ but moved to Widowmaker to save the evening. This is a 21+ show from 9pm-12:30am. Super limited edition collab shirts from SnowboundUSA and swag from Orono. See you there!
11am
Downhill Worship
Downhill Worship every Sunday between Christmas and Easter. Meet at the base of the Double Runner chair at 11:00 am under the Downhill Worship sign.
1pm
Storybook Snowshoe
Join Amos the Moose and Blueberry the Bear on a trek through the woods at the Outdoor Center, where storyboards reveal Sugarloaf's beginnings with help from Amos and Pierre the Lumberjack!
2-5pm
Live music at Widowmaker
Join us for après live music by Robin Cottle. All ages welcome.
Ring in the New Year. The early evening celebrations are free for all ages. The late night NYE party at the Widowmaker is a ticketed event for 21+ only.
4:30-6pm
Special "Festival of Lights" Hanukkah Celebration
Members of the Jewish community will lead a menorah lighting ceremony at the Richard H. Bell Interfaith Chapel to celebrate Hanukkah followed by a community potluck. Free and all are welcome to attend.
7-8:30pm
Family Friendly Juggling Performance and Workshop
"Double or Nothing!" Juggling performance by Stephen Corning and Shane Miclon followed by the opportunity to give your juggling skills a try with step-by-step direction with a juggling workshop.
9pm
Fireworks
Gather around to enjoy a beautiful display of fireworks over the Sugarloaf Base area. Free for all ages.
9pm-12:30am
NYE Party w/ Waiting On Mongo at the Widowmaker
Doors open at 8:30pm; music starts soon after the fireworks finale. Ticketed event for 21+