Exhibits, performances, festivals and more that will keep you entertained through the coldest months.
Out & About
What does your winter hat say about you?
Whether you’re the practical fisherman’s cap type or err on the side of silly with your pom-pom, your choice in cold-weather headwear might reveal more than you think.
Enjoy the charms of Maine’s tourist towns without the hassle
If you know where to look, there’s plenty to do in the off-season in these summer destinations – and a lot more places to park.
Introduce yourself to Meetinghouse Arts
The Freeport performing arts venue and exhibition space is in its second season.
Choose your chowder: 5 styles of New England’s signature soup
Go classic clam or mix it up with all sorts of seafood from these southern Maine spots.
A bigger, better arctic museum in Brunswick
The Peary-MacMillan Arctic Museum moved into a larger location on the Bowdoin College campus in the spring.
Cozy up with these books set in winter in Maine
Our state provides the snowy backdrop for holiday romances, murder mysteries, children’s stories and more.
The Rink at Thompson’s Point is back and literally cooler than ever
Plus, other things to do at the site après-skate.
Our Out & About guide to the best things about Maine winter
Winters can be cold but also a lot of fun. Here’s your guide to the best things about the season in Maine.
Get some scenic exercise with these southern Maine hikes
Choose a trail based on the kind of workout you want.