Maine Town Ranks Among the Best Christmas Towns in America

We love the holiday season here in the Pine Tree State, and that’s becoming very apparent as one of our towns is getting some national attention!

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The holiday season is special all across the country, but it feels a little extra magical here in Maine. Not everyone gets a ‘white Christmas,’ and while we haven’t had one every year recently, the chance is always there. After all, you won’t find many ‘white Christmases’ in Florida!

With that in mind, who is deciding which towns in America are the best Christmas towns, and how exactly are they making these decisions?

House Beautiful's list of the ‘30 Best Christmas Towns in the USA for a Magical Winter Getaway,’ was curated by editors who share a love for festive holiday experiences. Inspired by Hallmark holiday movies and the joy of Christmas traditions, the list highlights towns perfect for celebrating the season. Many of these towns are less crowded during the winter, making them a charming getaway for enjoying quality time with loved ones.

Now that we’ve cleared that up, which town in Maine is being recognized as one of the most festive and best Christmas towns in America?

According to House Beautiful and their list of the ‘30 Best Christmas Towns in the USA for a Magical Winter Getaway,’ Kennebunkport has made the top 30! Here’s what House Beautiful had to say about their Maine holiday inclusion:

During Kennebunkport's annual Christmas Prelude, the town offers a very New England celebration: You can watch Santa Claus arrive by lobster boat, go on seashore holiday trolley rides, and enjoy wine tastings and lobster bakes. Not to mention, the town is covered in Christmas lights and garland that make it the perfect festive photo backdrop.

Well, there you have it—Kennebunkport is receiving some well-deserved national attention, earning a spot as one of the top 30 best Christmas towns in the country!

What do you think? Does this surprise you? Where’s your favorite place to travel in Maine for the holidays? Are you surprised that Freeport didn’t make the list? We’d love to hear from you! Feel free to join the conversation by messaging us on the app.