Home for the Holidays
Downtown South Berwick comes alive with our annual holiday celebration on Main Street and beyond. Stores and the streets are filled with music and neighbors, crafts and yummy treats. The wonderful work of local artists is available around town as we support our independent, local businesses and celebrate together.
Contact: Greg Ouellette at [email protected] Follow us on Facebook Home for the Holidays Home for the Holidays is joining the Rollinsford/South Berwick Christmas Parade, to offer a day-long community-centered downtown event on Saturday, December 2.
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Saturday, December 2
2023 Schedule* subject to change
This day is to celebrate the best of South Berwick Businesses. Please visit them throughout the day!
Home for the Holidays Information Booth- Central School Lawn
Need to stay informed of the happenings around town or to just get information on what is happening throughout the day, stop by the Home for the Holidays Info booth. We will have a Home for the Holidays Event Bag give away first 300 people! Get one as supply last. Come see us!
8:00am-1:00pm: First Parish Federated Church Craft Fair & Wreath Sale
Offering free soup and bread for lunch to go from 10am-1pm and cookies and dessert, there will be tables and firepits on the front lawn to rest and eat.
8:00am-6:00pm: South Berwick Firefighter's Association Annual Toy Drive- Central School Lawn
9:00am and 10:15am: Breakfast with Santa sponsored by the South Berwick Senior Center
(registration required at: https://www.southberwickmaine.org/recreation. Seating is limited. No walk-ins.)
9:00am-1:00pm: First Baptist Church Hometown Marketplace- 130 Main Street
Gift Baskets, Jar Mixes, Cookie Walk, Jams, Bake Sale, Christmas White Elephant, Handmade Crafts. Chowder & Soup Luncheon.
9:00am-2:00pm: Seacoast Christian Artisan Fair Gym- 26 Paul Street
Featuring vendors with goat's milk soaps and lotions, jewelry, baked goods, art, live music honey, and more.
9:00am- 2:00pm: Seacoast Printing will be Open
The store is stocked with Marshwood and Maine apparel for your Holiday shopping! The Parmley family will be giving away stickers, and raffling off Marshwood and Maine gifts! Seacoast Printing is located in the Punkintown Building across from Marshwood High School.
10:00am-8:00pm A Little Something- 11 Paul Street
Christkindlmarkt - a German Christmas Market featuring South Berwick Artisans
What is Christkindlmarkt? Dating back to the mid-16th century, with the first documentation of the event taking place in 1628, the Nüremberg Christkindlesmarkt (meaning “Christ Child's Market”) took place in the Main Market Square of the city and consisted of up to 140 craftsmen selling their goods and wares in stalls. We are going to do our best to start a tradition of offering this beautiful market at A Little Something.
12:00-3:00pm: Historic New England-Sarah Orne Jewett House- 5 Portland Street
The halls of the Sarah Orne Jewett House will be decked with gorgeous Victorian decorations for free first-floor tours
12:00-6:00pm: South Berwick House of Pizza- 253 Main Street
Home for the Holidays specials throughout the day.
12:00-6:00pm: Nature's Way Market- 271 Main Street
South Berwick's neighborhood grocer is providing free hot chocolate to the kids (while supplies last) and a beer/wine tasting for friends 21+ in the mid-afternoon.
1:00-3:00pm: South Berwick Public Library- 27 Young Street
Danielle Moura Quintet Jazz Ensemble -Listen to the soothing sounds of the season.
1:00-3:00pm: Great Works Chiropractic- 249 Main Street
Make your own jingle bell ornament and enjoy a Polar express themed Photo Booth for the whole family!
1:00-4:00pm: York Hospital- 57 Portland Street
Join York Hospital for some loving kindness and complementary children's crafts.
1:00-4:00pm: Odd Fellows Tavern- 18 Portland Street
Join us for a heartwarming collaboration between Odd Fellows and the Marshwood Little Hawks Football and Cheer! In a spirit of unity, we're firing up the grills behind the restaurant on our inviting patio. Indulge in a delectable array of BBQ delights and refreshing treats, all for a worthy cause. Every bite and sip contribute to a fundraiser aiding families impacted by the recent shooting in Lewiston. Come together, share a meal, and make a difference. Menu may include: BBQ Pork Sliders, BBQ Chicken Sliders, Candy Apple Pork Belly Skewers, Smoked Cider Brined Turkey Legs, Sausage Subs Peppers and Onions, various fried foods and various non-alcoholic beverages. Complementary Hot Cider.
1:00-4:30pm: Historic New England-Sarah Orne Jewett Visitors Center- 5 Portland Street
Holiday story-time with Linda Becker (Home for the Holidays by Jan Brett) at 1pm, 1:45pm, 2:15pm, and 4pm. Victorian paper ornament-making and mulled cider. Make sure to stroll the outdoor story walk that highlights all the holidays of the season!
1:00-5:00pm: Affinity Salon & Spaworks- 4 Portland Street
Stop by Affinity Salon & Spaworks for a crowd favorite: massage gift certificate specials and complementary sugar hand scrubs.
1:00-6:00pm: A to Z Abilities with Taylar Schoff- Central School Lawn
Enjoy an exciting Candy Land themed set up with bounce house, sensory table and interactive jumbo Candy Land game.
1:00-6:00pm: Red Tree Real Estate Team Rest and Relax Area- Central School Lawn
Need a quick break from the holiday festivities? Stop by the Red Tree Real Estate Team rest stop area in front of central school. We will have a place to sit and warm up, enjoy hot chocolate at our Hot Cocoa Station while kids can be entertained with a festive coloring book.
1:00-6:00pm: South Berwick Troop 795 Fresh Fried Dough Sale- Central School Lawn
South Berwick Girl Scout Troop 795 will be selling fresh Fried Dough on the Central School front lawn from 1-6pm. Please stop by and help them "raise some dough" for their trip to Montreal in 2025. Fried Dough will sell for $5 each and cash/Venmo will be accepted. Water/Drinks will be for sale as well. The perfect treat for adults and kids alike as we celebrate Home for the Holidays!
1:00-6:00pm: Portside Real Estate Group- Central School Gym
Join the #1 independent real estate brokerage to build a memory with Portside Real Estate Group. Enjoy creating a complementary wooden toy with your children and enjoy the festivities with friends.
1:00-6:00pm: Aggie's Ice Cream- Central School Gym
Featuring Aggie's famous hot fudge sundaes, Aggie’s hoodies, t-shirts and gift cards for sale!
1:00-6:00pm: Happy Valley Beer and Wine Garden- 406 Main Street
Come watch the parade from Happy Valley and join us us for a holiday celebration with drink specials all day and live music from 2:00-4:00 featuring "Cloyendo."
1:00-6:00pm: Marshwood Little Hawks Wrestling - Central School Lawn
Get your grub on at the Marshwood Little Hawks Wrestling Table. Sink your teeth into juicy, grilled hamburgers and hot dogs bursting with flavor. Or, for a taste of home, give our homemade steak tip chili a go. Feeling extra lucky? Take a chance and enter to win prizes worth anywhere from $100 to $265! Best of all, every penny supports our budding young wrestlers from pre-k up to 6th grade. So, whether you Venmo or deal in cash, come and chow down for a good cause!
1:00-6:00pm: Sweet Treats, Cider, & Hot Cocoa- Stage House Inn Front Lawn
1:30-5:30pm: DJ Jodi- Central School Lawn
DJ Jodi will be spinning holiday tunes all afternoon, and emcee the tree lighting countdown at 5pm
1:30-6:00pm: Seacoast Pretzel Company- Central School Lawn
Seacoast Pretzel Company from Rollinsford serves Artisan Bavarian Soft Pretzels that are hand-rolled and twisted from the finest ingredients. Warm pretzels, warm cheese and a warm drink available for purchase.
1:30-6:00pm: Gingerbread Man Cookie Decorating- Clubhouse Kids- Central School Gym
Run run run as fast as you can and come celebrate the season with us! Decorate your very own gingerbread man cookie. From icing to sprinkles to candies- the possibilities are endless! The perfect way to sweeten your day.
2:00-3:00pm: Old Berwick Historical Society members will be dressed as historical town characters- milling about town, engaging guests in conversations.
2:30-3:00pm: Kids Dance with DJ Jodi- Central School Lawn
3:00-4:00pm: South Berwick-Rollinsford Annual Parade (starts on Foundry St. in Rollinsford, ends in South Berwick)
3:00-6:00pm: Lee Franks- 12 Portland Street
South Berwick's classic burger joint is featuring free peppermint milkshake samples for kids.
3:00pm-6:00pm: 10% off Gift Cards valid at any property listed: The Links at Outlook Pro Shop, The Outlook Tavern, Dufour, The Stage House Inn
3:30-6:00pm: Pizza By The Slice- Clubhouse Kids- Central School Gym
Come grab the kids a slice of pizza, a bag of chips and drink for $5.00! Take it to go as you stroll around the stores and streets!
4:00pm: Garrison Players Carolers performing throughout downtown
4:00-5:00pm: Hair Tinsel- Sorella Salon and Spa- Central School Gym
Let your child add a little extra glimmer to their hair this holiday season. Visit Sorella Salon and Spa for some hair tinsel.
4:30pm: Belletete Ballet School performance at Central School Lawn
5:00pm: Tree Lighting-South Berwick Town Hall Lawn- Immediately after the tree lighting, Curtain Call will have a performance in Central's gym.
5:30pm: Curtain Call Performing Arts Dance Studio performance in Central School Gym
Dance and theatre school dedicated to providing quality performance training for all ages.
6:00pm: Event Concludes
Need to stay informed of the happenings around town or to just get information on what is happening throughout the day, stop by the Home for the Holidays Info booth. We will have a Home for the Holidays Event Bag give away first 300 people! Get one as supply last. Come see us!
8:00am-1:00pm: First Parish Federated Church Craft Fair & Wreath Sale
Offering free soup and bread for lunch to go from 10am-1pm and cookies and dessert, there will be tables and firepits on the front lawn to rest and eat.
8:00am-6:00pm: South Berwick Firefighter's Association Annual Toy Drive- Central School Lawn
9:00am and 10:15am: Breakfast with Santa sponsored by the South Berwick Senior Center
(registration required at: https://www.southberwickmaine.org/recreation. Seating is limited. No walk-ins.)
9:00am-1:00pm: First Baptist Church Hometown Marketplace- 130 Main Street
Gift Baskets, Jar Mixes, Cookie Walk, Jams, Bake Sale, Christmas White Elephant, Handmade Crafts. Chowder & Soup Luncheon.
9:00am-2:00pm: Seacoast Christian Artisan Fair Gym- 26 Paul Street
Featuring vendors with goat's milk soaps and lotions, jewelry, baked goods, art, live music honey, and more.
9:00am- 2:00pm: Seacoast Printing will be Open
The store is stocked with Marshwood and Maine apparel for your Holiday shopping! The Parmley family will be giving away stickers, and raffling off Marshwood and Maine gifts! Seacoast Printing is located in the Punkintown Building across from Marshwood High School.
10:00am-8:00pm A Little Something- 11 Paul Street
Christkindlmarkt - a German Christmas Market featuring South Berwick Artisans
What is Christkindlmarkt? Dating back to the mid-16th century, with the first documentation of the event taking place in 1628, the Nüremberg Christkindlesmarkt (meaning “Christ Child's Market”) took place in the Main Market Square of the city and consisted of up to 140 craftsmen selling their goods and wares in stalls. We are going to do our best to start a tradition of offering this beautiful market at A Little Something.
12:00-3:00pm: Historic New England-Sarah Orne Jewett House- 5 Portland Street
The halls of the Sarah Orne Jewett House will be decked with gorgeous Victorian decorations for free first-floor tours
12:00-6:00pm: South Berwick House of Pizza- 253 Main Street
Home for the Holidays specials throughout the day.
12:00-6:00pm: Nature's Way Market- 271 Main Street
South Berwick's neighborhood grocer is providing free hot chocolate to the kids (while supplies last) and a beer/wine tasting for friends 21+ in the mid-afternoon.
1:00-3:00pm: South Berwick Public Library- 27 Young Street
Danielle Moura Quintet Jazz Ensemble -Listen to the soothing sounds of the season.
1:00-3:00pm: Great Works Chiropractic- 249 Main Street
Make your own jingle bell ornament and enjoy a Polar express themed Photo Booth for the whole family!
1:00-4:00pm: York Hospital- 57 Portland Street
Join York Hospital for some loving kindness and complementary children's crafts.
1:00-4:00pm: Odd Fellows Tavern- 18 Portland Street
Join us for a heartwarming collaboration between Odd Fellows and the Marshwood Little Hawks Football and Cheer! In a spirit of unity, we're firing up the grills behind the restaurant on our inviting patio. Indulge in a delectable array of BBQ delights and refreshing treats, all for a worthy cause. Every bite and sip contribute to a fundraiser aiding families impacted by the recent shooting in Lewiston. Come together, share a meal, and make a difference. Menu may include: BBQ Pork Sliders, BBQ Chicken Sliders, Candy Apple Pork Belly Skewers, Smoked Cider Brined Turkey Legs, Sausage Subs Peppers and Onions, various fried foods and various non-alcoholic beverages. Complementary Hot Cider.
1:00-4:30pm: Historic New England-Sarah Orne Jewett Visitors Center- 5 Portland Street
Holiday story-time with Linda Becker (Home for the Holidays by Jan Brett) at 1pm, 1:45pm, 2:15pm, and 4pm. Victorian paper ornament-making and mulled cider. Make sure to stroll the outdoor story walk that highlights all the holidays of the season!
1:00-5:00pm: Affinity Salon & Spaworks- 4 Portland Street
Stop by Affinity Salon & Spaworks for a crowd favorite: massage gift certificate specials and complementary sugar hand scrubs.
1:00-6:00pm: A to Z Abilities with Taylar Schoff- Central School Lawn
Enjoy an exciting Candy Land themed set up with bounce house, sensory table and interactive jumbo Candy Land game.
1:00-6:00pm: Red Tree Real Estate Team Rest and Relax Area- Central School Lawn
Need a quick break from the holiday festivities? Stop by the Red Tree Real Estate Team rest stop area in front of central school. We will have a place to sit and warm up, enjoy hot chocolate at our Hot Cocoa Station while kids can be entertained with a festive coloring book.
1:00-6:00pm: South Berwick Troop 795 Fresh Fried Dough Sale- Central School Lawn
South Berwick Girl Scout Troop 795 will be selling fresh Fried Dough on the Central School front lawn from 1-6pm. Please stop by and help them "raise some dough" for their trip to Montreal in 2025. Fried Dough will sell for $5 each and cash/Venmo will be accepted. Water/Drinks will be for sale as well. The perfect treat for adults and kids alike as we celebrate Home for the Holidays!
1:00-6:00pm: Portside Real Estate Group- Central School Gym
Join the #1 independent real estate brokerage to build a memory with Portside Real Estate Group. Enjoy creating a complementary wooden toy with your children and enjoy the festivities with friends.
1:00-6:00pm: Aggie's Ice Cream- Central School Gym
Featuring Aggie's famous hot fudge sundaes, Aggie’s hoodies, t-shirts and gift cards for sale!
1:00-6:00pm: Happy Valley Beer and Wine Garden- 406 Main Street
Come watch the parade from Happy Valley and join us us for a holiday celebration with drink specials all day and live music from 2:00-4:00 featuring "Cloyendo."
1:00-6:00pm: Marshwood Little Hawks Wrestling - Central School Lawn
Get your grub on at the Marshwood Little Hawks Wrestling Table. Sink your teeth into juicy, grilled hamburgers and hot dogs bursting with flavor. Or, for a taste of home, give our homemade steak tip chili a go. Feeling extra lucky? Take a chance and enter to win prizes worth anywhere from $100 to $265! Best of all, every penny supports our budding young wrestlers from pre-k up to 6th grade. So, whether you Venmo or deal in cash, come and chow down for a good cause!
1:00-6:00pm: Sweet Treats, Cider, & Hot Cocoa- Stage House Inn Front Lawn
1:30-5:30pm: DJ Jodi- Central School Lawn
DJ Jodi will be spinning holiday tunes all afternoon, and emcee the tree lighting countdown at 5pm
1:30-6:00pm: Seacoast Pretzel Company- Central School Lawn
Seacoast Pretzel Company from Rollinsford serves Artisan Bavarian Soft Pretzels that are hand-rolled and twisted from the finest ingredients. Warm pretzels, warm cheese and a warm drink available for purchase.
1:30-6:00pm: Gingerbread Man Cookie Decorating- Clubhouse Kids- Central School Gym
Run run run as fast as you can and come celebrate the season with us! Decorate your very own gingerbread man cookie. From icing to sprinkles to candies- the possibilities are endless! The perfect way to sweeten your day.
2:00-3:00pm: Old Berwick Historical Society members will be dressed as historical town characters- milling about town, engaging guests in conversations.
2:30-3:00pm: Kids Dance with DJ Jodi- Central School Lawn
3:00-4:00pm: South Berwick-Rollinsford Annual Parade (starts on Foundry St. in Rollinsford, ends in South Berwick)
3:00-6:00pm: Lee Franks- 12 Portland Street
South Berwick's classic burger joint is featuring free peppermint milkshake samples for kids.
3:00pm-6:00pm: 10% off Gift Cards valid at any property listed: The Links at Outlook Pro Shop, The Outlook Tavern, Dufour, The Stage House Inn
3:30-6:00pm: Pizza By The Slice- Clubhouse Kids- Central School Gym
Come grab the kids a slice of pizza, a bag of chips and drink for $5.00! Take it to go as you stroll around the stores and streets!
4:00pm: Garrison Players Carolers performing throughout downtown
4:00-5:00pm: Hair Tinsel- Sorella Salon and Spa- Central School Gym
Let your child add a little extra glimmer to their hair this holiday season. Visit Sorella Salon and Spa for some hair tinsel.
4:30pm: Belletete Ballet School performance at Central School Lawn
5:00pm: Tree Lighting-South Berwick Town Hall Lawn- Immediately after the tree lighting, Curtain Call will have a performance in Central's gym.
5:30pm: Curtain Call Performing Arts Dance Studio performance in Central School Gym
Dance and theatre school dedicated to providing quality performance training for all ages.
6:00pm: Event Concludes
