Saturday, December 6: 12 pm – 5 pm at Dufresne Plaza
Hosted by the City of Lewiston
Cost: Free (including parking at the Oak Street Garage!)
Get ready for Lewiston’s most magical winter celebration! Holiday at the Plaza transforms downtown into a festive wonderland filled with joy, laughter, and holiday cheer. Bring your family and friends to enjoy:
🎄 Tree & Menorah Lighting Ceremony at 4:17 PM
🎅 Meet Santa!
🛷 Horse & wagon rides
⛸️ Ice rink
🛍️ Local craft vendors & crafting your own keepsakes
🍔 Food trucks with seasonal treats
🐐 Petting Zoo
⛄ Giant Snowman
🎶 Holiday Carolers
Whether you’re sipping cocoa by the fire or riding through the plaza in a horse-drawn wagon, this event is sure to warm your heart and kick off the season in style. Admission is free!
Saturday, December 20: 10 pm – 3 pm
Hosted by the Downtown Lewiston Association
Cost: Free (including parking at the Oak Street Garage or the Centerville Garage!)
Enjoy our annual downtown shopping event on Lisbon Street and slightly beyond! Experience food specials & drink specials at participating venues! Partake in last minute holiday gift shopping at local downtown businesses and vendor pop-op shops.
We will add more information about locations and vendors as December 20 approaches!
Sunday, December 21: 10 am – 4 pm
Hosted by the Downtown Lewiston Art District
Cost: Free (including parking!)
Celebrate the Midwinter Solstice by buying local for the holiday season. Join the Downtown Lewiston’s Art District for their Annual Midwinter Makers Market! Art, books, coffee, wine & locally made artisan gifts with an abundance of cheer.
Walk around area retail shops & galleries to browse the exhibits and handmade goods from local artisans and makers while sipping warm holiday beverages & eating at area restaurants. A map and more details for each location are forthcoming.