Kennebunk Star Gazing -Solar Eclipse in Maine
The next Maine total solar eclipse is April 8, 2024, from 3:24pm to 3:35pm! Maine is considered prime viewing for this monumental Solar Eclipse. Best viewing locations are Sugarloaf, Rangeley and the Millinocket region of Maine, however evidence of the 99% eclipse and its fascinatingly rare darkening will be evident across much of the state. What’s cool about the Kennebunks is not necessarily the nightlife, lol. Its the nighttime stargazing that can be amazing. Clear skies along Maine’s coastline provide ideal celestial star spotting, and uninterrupted views of planets, meteors too. The lack of light pollution, and pollution in general, […]
Admin Kennebunkport / March 15, 2024
Village Art Trail
Kennebunkport and Kennebunk has over 40 cool studios, galleries and artists. Kennebunk’s Art Walk for 2024 is the 2nd Friday of each month – June 14, July 12, August 9, Sept. 13. Walk from art studios to galleries on Kennebunk’s Main Street in to downtown. Admission is free and the Art Walk is open to everyone- art lovers, aficionados and newbies, thanks the galleries and sponsors. The 2nd Friday Kennebunk Art Walk hubs from the Waterhouse Center and Tibbets Square where there’s live music. Artists and their work are on display at Brick Store Museum, Kennebunk Savings, Duffy’s, 50 Local, […]
Admin Kennebunkport / March 12, 2024
Walking Tours of Kennebunk
The Kennebunks are small seaside towns, Kennebunkport, Kennebunk and Cape Porpoise. with a population of about 14,000. Even with the summer popularity as a resort town, you won’t be stuck in traffic for hours, you can feel safe walking at night, you can see the sunrise by the sea in the morning, the stars at dusk, and you can take a breath of fresh air. Yet despite being rather small towns, Kennebunk and Kennebunkport can have a fun festive vibrant atmosphere, there’s always something happening…
Admin Kennebunkport / March 5, 2024
Art Walk in Kennebunk
When visiting Maine you will not want to miss the First Friday Art Walk in Portland. Galleries throughout downtown Portland and the Old Port open their doors, serve light snacks and encourage art lovers to browse their galleries in the early evening. Kennebunk Main Street has its own Art Walk the 2nd Friday of each month during summer. 2024 Kennebunk Art Walk dates are June 14, July 12, August 9 and September 13. The 2nd Friday Kennebunk Art Walk centers on historic brick-lined Main Street in downtown Kennebunk. Part of Kennebunk’s 5-7pm Art Walk celebration is live outdoor music at […]
Admin Kennebunkport / March 4, 2024
Happy Hour in the Port
Several Kennebunkport and Kennebunk restaurants and pubs offer happy hours, some are more frequent in the off-season – October to May, while others continue year round. Truth is Kennebunkport folks love their happy hours, some say “Kpt is a drinking town with a fishing problem,” others call it “Kenne-drunk-port” If you agree there is nothing better than a beverage overlooking the Kennebunk River or the sea, read on… and be sure to call ahead to confirm dates, times and deals. Be sure to call ahead to Kennebunkport & Kennebunk area restaurants for reservations, and outdoor dining and take out! See […]
Admin Kennebunkport / January 30, 2024
February is for Lovers
Hey all you lovebirds! Valentines Day is a magical time in Kennebunkport, when locals “Paint the Town Red”. You should treat your sweetheart to for V Day in KPT. In Kennebunkport, “February is for Lovers.” Lovers of the ocean and our fun seaside town flock to Kennebunkport every year for a romantic getaway. Our coastal Maine village has managed to turn the coldest month of the year into a cozy time of romantic winter retreat. Of course, the colder it gets, the more reason to snuggle up with your sweetheart.
Admin Kennebunkport / January 8, 2024
Kennebunkport Paints the Town Red – February Events!
Kennebunkport Maine is a lovely seaside town to visit in all seasons. But there is something magical about this coastal Mane village around Valentines. Kennebunkport gets all decked out for February, as locals Paint the Town Red … you should come with your special someone… February is for Lovers in Kennebunkport and Kennebunk Maine! See why Kennebunkport is New England’s most romantic town. Kennebunk and Kennebunkport innkeepers, restaurateurs and shop owners “Paint The Town Red” in February with sparkling red and white lights, heart shaped everything, red tag sales at local boutiques, red plates specials, and romantic lodging deals with […]
Admin Kennebunkport / January 1, 2024
What to do NYE in KPT?
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. 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 […]
Admin Kennebunkport / December 29, 2023
Halloween in Kennebunkport!
Halloween in Kennebunkport and Kennebunk is freakishly fun, for kids and for kids-that-never-grew-up. Just drive around town and see the crazy, scary, silly scarecrows and pumpkins for a hint of how spirited the Kennebunks can be. You might even see some local “Sand Witches of The Kennebunks” wicked fun women dressed in witchy attire pub crawling about The Kennebunks. Don’t be afraid, these are Good Witches, who do Good Deeds locally all year round. Halloween they kick up their brooms and heels to celebrate! As for the best decorations, if you’ve never seen Kennebunk’s Summer Street decorated in the […]
Admin Kennebunkport / October 31, 2023