Kennebunkport and Kennebunk know how to party…. in all seasons. For New Years, the holiday decorations are up, and the beautiful seaside village in snow and lights and bright red bows bustles for the last night of the year – with cheer! New Years Eve is a fun festive time to be out and about in Kport and Kennebunk.
Looking for a party in the Port? Here are just a few fun happenings over New Years Eve, bye 2026, hello 2027!
For a family friendly New Year’s Eve, downtown Kennebunk hosts an annual Wild Blueberry Drop (Maine’s version of a Times Square ball drop – Maine humor) at 9pm and again at midnight in downtown Kennebunk. Best viewing is from Kennebunk Library lawn next to the First Parish UU Church. This is Kennebunk’s annual Blueberry Drop. The Waterhouse Center will be open for ice skating New Years Eve as well.
Maine & Vine sells all kinds of wine and bubbly for your NYE Champagne and Sparkling Wine needs. We love Maine & Vine, formerly Down East Wine, for their knowledgeable and passionate pours! Stop in for some popping good times, and stock up on your favorite toasting bottles for New Year’s.
Boathouse Waterfront Hotel and Bar hosts a New Year’s Eve Party with a DJ and Photo Booth 9pm til after midnight, also serving a Pre-fixe dinner from 4-8pm, call for resy!
Earth at Hidden Pond hosts an NYE Dinner, reservations are a must, midnight optional!
The Burleigh at Kennebunkport Inn has their regular menu, cocktails and cheer! Reservations on Open Table.
Port Fish & Chop House at The Breakwater Inn & Spa has a special New Years Eve menu, serving a special menu, make reservations and taste their Exec Chef’s’ creations while overlooking the glittery moonlight on the Kennebunk River.
Ultramar has a Special NYE 3 Course Gourmet dinner, call for resy, should be Ultra special…
Chez Rosa rings in the New Year with a tasting menu. Reservations required.
Pilot House is the usual fun, New Years is no different…open 12pm til late? Always great. Fun, food, local friends, libation and some music.
Ryans Corner House will be open NYE for festive fun and Guinness – brilliant! Slainte!
For a family friendly New Year’s Eve, downtown Kennebunk hosts an annual Wild Blueberry Drop (Maine’s version of a Times Square ball drop – Maine humor) at 9pm and midnight in downtown Kennebunk. Cheers Kennebunk
January 1 Polar Plunge for a fun refreshingly good time, how about a New Year’s dip in the Atlantic? The fun, frosty Annual Atlantic Plunge – Freezin’ For A Reason takes place at Gooch’s Beach Kennebunk, now 26 years- cheers! This chilly Polar Plunge event is held at 10:30am New Year’s Day, Register for this refreshing swim, registration fee is $25.
Hotels and inns like Seaside Inn located directly on Kennebunk Beach have great quiet season rates and romance packages as we head into a new year, so folks from away should come here!
Happy New Year and Cheers Kennebunkport! Soon it will be February is For Lovers when we Paint the Town Red!
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