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Crowd gathered around Christmas Tree

Tree Lighting Festival

& Holiday Gift Bazaar

The Beach

Santa will be coming to town on Saturday, December 21, accompanied by Amos & friends. We'll kick off vacation week and spread the holiday cheer with warm treats, music on the beach, fireworks, and more! Be sure to also stop by the Sugarloaf Hotel on December 21 and 22 to fill your sleigh with local handmade items, jewelry, one-of-a-kind art, pottery, and more at the annual Holiday Gift Bazaar.

Saturday Schedule

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

Après Music

Warm up in the Widowmaker and enjoy live music by Seagrass

2:30-3:50

Horse & Carriage Rides

Be merry on a free Horse and Carriage ride around the base area

3:30-5:30pm

Holiday Cheer

Cozy up at the Beach Bar with holiday tunes and tasty drinks! Join the Sugarloaf Christian Ministry’s cheerful elves for a holiday sing-along, and belt out your favorite carols in a fun, festive atmosphere.

4-5:30pm

Kids Drawing Station

Come make memories while helping to decorate Amos's Cabin with holiday ornaments! Located in the King Pine Room.

4-5:30pm

Street Performance

Juggling/Stunt Performance by Jason Tardy on Main Street

4:00-5:30pm

Santa's Arrival

Look for Santa Coming Down Main Street Via Horse and Carriage. Family photos to follow!

4:15-5:30pm

Photos w/ Santa

Bring your wish list and grab a photo with the big man himself located in the Maple Room. Please note: you are encouraged to use your own camera as there will not be a dedicated photographer this year.

5:45pm

Tree Lighting

Gather outside around the Beach as we light up the tree for the holiday season

5:50pm

Snow Cat Parade

Send off Santa on his trip back to the North Pole

6pm

Fireworks

Enjoy the grand finale with fireworks on the mountain

7-9pm

Dyer & Daydreamers

The fun continues with more live music in the Widowmaker; 21+ only after 9pm

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