Northern Lights

Unwrap the Wonder

November 17 to December 31, 2023

A dazzling world of wonder is in store for you at one of Maine’s most fantastic events! Meet Santa and his reindeer, enjoy free hot cocoa, and much more at this enchanting winter event.

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Thank you for unwrapping the wonder with us at Northern Lights! We hope a beautiful time was had by all. This year’s celebration may be over, but there’s so much more to experience this season. Check out our other activities for more Maine winter fun.

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Daily Activities

Holiday fun is always on the schedule

Twinkle Light Tunnel

Main Street

Enter our twinkle tunnel on Main Street for a marvelous experience. Thousands of lights illuminate the tunnel making for the perfect holiday ambience this winter.

Our Famous Model Train Village

Camping Department
9 a.m.-9 p.m.

Enjoy our model train village and its journey through a quaint New England Village. One train has a special destination taking it to the North Pole! Courtesy of the Maine3Railers.

Festive Photo Ops

Throughout the L.L.Bean Campus

Photo ops abound all over the L.L.Bean campus! Capture your memories at the snow globe, on the side of the barn or at the wall mural near the Big Snow Globe. Take pictures in front of our giant holiday tree, then share them on your social accounts and see other pictures with the hashtag #BeanOutsider.

The Big Snow Globe

Near the Camping Atrium
9 a.m.-9 p.m.

Gather ‘round inside the big snow globe and take pictures with family and friends to enjoy now and for years to come. Share your memories using the tag #BeanOutsider.

Warming Benches

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9 a.m.-9 p.m.

Take a (warm) seat on one of the heated benches located in Discovery Park.

Letters to Santa

Holiday Activity Barn
Through December 23
9 a.m.-9 p.m.

Santa’s excited to read your letters this year! Place your letters in our big red mailbox and we’ll make sure they get to the North Pole.

Holidays Around the World

Home Store Porch

Head out on a fun and educational journey. Stop at each marker, scan the codes, and learn how other countries and cultures celebrate the holidays.

Curling Lanes

Discovery Park Stage
Nov. 19-Dec. 31
9 a.m.-9 p.m.

Brush up on your techniques! Family and friends can gather around the Discovery Park Stage all day to participate in this classic winter sport!

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Weekly Activities

Wonder is waiting for you seven days a week

Fridays-Sundays

Visit with Santa and His Reindeer

Holiday Activity Barn

Fridays, Nov. 17-Dec. 22
4-8 p.m.
Saturdays, Nov. 17-Dec. 23
Noon-6 p.m.
Sundays, Nov. 17-Dec. 17
Noon-6 p.m.

Experience the magic of jolly old St. Nick and visit his reindeer! Plus, warm up with free hot cocoa!

Sundays

Curling Demonstrations

Discovery Park Stage
Nov. 19-Dec. 17
10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Watch experts as they put their skills on display. Then, you can give it a try!

Mondays

Paws with Claus

Holiday Activity Barn
Nov. 20-Dec. 18
4-8 p.m.

Bring your pet for a special sitting with Santa himself and take a festive pic.

Tuesdays

Tea Towel Screen Printing

Holiday Activity Barn
Nov. 21-Dec. 26
4-8 p.m.

Wednesdays

Custom Bean Boot Laces and Paracord Crafts

Holiday Activity Barn
Nov. 22-Dec. 27
4-8 p.m.

Thursdays

Choose from various crafts and activities

Holiday Activity Barn
Nov. 23-Dec. 28
4-8 p.m.

Special Holiday Events

So many ways to celebrate the season

Northern Lights Opening Night & Tree Lighting

Friday, November 17, 4-8 p.m.
Tree Lighting Ceremony, 6:45 p.m.

The brightest night of the season is back!

Celebrate the start of Northern Lights with Santa visits, real reindeer, free hot cocoa, outdoor photo ops, and so much more!

Enjoy live holiday music from Plush and Don Campbell Band as you explore our winter wonderland.!

The countdown is on! Join our holiday emcees, Blake Hayes, Kelly Towle & Todd Gutner of Maine’s Coast 93.1 at 6:45 p.m. as we flip the switch on thousands of festive lights.

Northern Lights Opening Night & Tree Lighting

Friday, November 17, 4-8 p.m. Tree Lighting Ceremony, 6:45 p.m.

The brightest night of the season is back!

Celebrate the start of Northern Lights with Santa visits, real reindeer, free hot cocoa, outdoor photo ops, and so much more!

Enjoy live holiday music from Plush and Don Campbell Band as you explore our winter wonderland.

The countdown is on! Join our holiday emcees, Blake Hayes, Kelly Towle & Todd Gutner of Maine’s Coast 93.1 at 6:45 p.m. as we flip the switch on thousands of festive lights.

30th Annual Freeport Sparkle Celebration

December 1-10

Hosted by Visit Freeport, the festivities kick off at 6 p.m. on Friday, December 1, with a Parade of Lights down Main Street, and continue all week with Santa visits, gift card giveaways with the Stealth Elf, the famous talking Christmas tree, and much more!

For more information: sparklecelebration.com

L.L.Bean Home for the Holidays Event

Saturday, Nov. 18
9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Join us for a unique holiday shopping experience! Our Home Store will be highlighting their favorite gift-giving ideas, along with fun activities, demos, raffles, and food samples. You’ll be sure to find something special for everyone on your list.