Skowhegan is the place to be for festive fun and local shopping!
Main Street Skowhegan invites you to take part in the ongoing #ShopSmall Skowhegan Week, happening through Saturday, Dec. 7. This weeklong celebration of small businesses features special promotions, giveaways, and holiday cheer across Skowhegan.
The festivities continue with the highly anticipated SKOW-Whoville event, Friday, Dec. 6, and Saturday, Dec. 7.
Kristina Cannon, President and CEO of Main Street Skowhegan says:
Skowhegan is bursting with holiday spirit, and we’re thrilled to bring our community together through these festive events. By shopping small and celebrating big, we’re not only spreading holiday cheer but also supporting the local businesses that make Skowhegan special.
The Whoville-inspired holiday extravaganza will transform Skowhegan into a magical winter wonderland, with activities for all ages.
Friday, December 6
SKOW-Whoville Parade: The festivities begin with the Grinch, Martha Mae, and Mr. & Mrs. Claus leading a spectacular parade at 6:30 PM on Water Street. Enjoy dazzling floats and holiday cheer.
Saturday, December 7
- Santa’s Breakfast: Delight in a festive breakfast from 8–10 AM at Tewksbury Hall, with affordable pricing for kids and adults.
- Craft Fairs: Find unique holiday gifts at multiple craft fairs across town starting at 9 AM.
- SKOW-WhoVillage Activities: From 10 AM–1 PM, enjoy free family fun, including a petting zoo, Grinch games and treats, crafts, ornament making, and horse-drawn carriage rides. Look for appearances by the Grinch, Cindy Lou Who, and Max the Dog.
- SKOW-WhoCrawl: Wrap up the evening from 7–9 PM with a Grinch-themed pub crawl featuring specialty drinks, an ugly sweater contest, and prizes.
Spotlight Cinemas at The Strand will also be showing free holiday movies all weekend long.
For a detailed schedule of events and updates go HERE!
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