Portland

Peruse artisan goods and enjoy local food at the Maker’s Market at Thompson’s Point. Nov. 13 & 27 and Dec. 4 & 18, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. 207-747- 5288. thompsonspoint.com

 

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Boothbay

Walk through the state’s largest light show, Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens’ Gardens Aglow. Then tour the entries in the organization’s Community Lighting Contest. Nov. 19–Dec. 31, Thurs.– Sun. 4:30–8:30 p.m. 207-633-8000. mainegardens.org

Sebago

Sip hot cocoa while crafting your own door décor at Garden Gate at Haley Farm’s Holiday Wreath Workshop. Nov. 20 & 27. 1–4 p.m. 207- 787-5077. gardengatemaine.com

Bethel

Celebrate the holidays in 19th-century style during Museums of the Bethel Historical Society’s Christmas at the Mason House. Dec. 3. 3–5 p.m. 207-824-2908. bethelhistorical.org

Wayne

Shop for local crafts, hop on a horse-drawn wagon, sing carols, and meet Santa during the Wayne Holiday Stroll. Dec. 3 & 4. 9 a.m.–3 p.m. facebook.com/sustainwayne

Portland

Explore the city’s history, from 1632 to the present, on the Old Port Holiday Walking Tour, featuring stops at more than 50 sites. Dec. 3, 10, 17 & 24. 11 a.m. 646-845-9714. historicworkouts.com

Boothbay Harbor

Attend the Opera House at Boothbay Harbor’s annual edible architecture celebration, Gingerbread Spectacular! Dec. 16–18. Various times. 207-633-6855. boothbayoperahouse.com