With the arrival of Santa Claus for the Children’s Tree lighting each year, the City of Ships also becomes the Christmas City for the holidays. Brochures are published each year with a list of “An Old-Fashioned Christmas in Bath” community-wide events. The brochures are available at the shops downtown, or you can download/print a copy of the Christmas Calendar Brochure by clicking here.
Whatever annual traditions you celebrate, be sure to join us for the festivities in downtown Bath!
Main Street Bath 2010 Events Calendar
November 27th, 3:00 – 5:00
Children’s Tree Lighting, Jingle Bell Walk & Visit With Santa
- On Saturday Nov. 27th, join Santa Claus for this kick-off to an Old-Fashioned Christmas in Bath. The event will begin with Santa’s arrival for the Children’s Tree Lighting at the Gazebo in Library Park. Children are encouraged to bring handmade ornaments to hang on the tree. After a short ceremony, walk with Santa back to City Hall for a visit, photos, caroling and refreshments.
Fridays – December 3, 10 & 17
Trolley Christmas Caroling
- 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
- Grab a blanket and a thermos of hot chocolate and hope on the trolley with your family and friends. Voices ring out as the trolley travels through the streets of Bath. Don’t miss these unique nights of caroling. Passengers will be picked up at City Hall every 30 minutes. First Come, first served. Free.
Friday, December 17, 5:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Downtown Bath Open House
- Celebrating Front Street as one of 2009′s top 10 Great Streets in America, as awarded by the American Planning Association, Downtown Bath merchants, restaurants and banks will be open late to welcome visitors with festive Christmas music, refreshments and a warm friendly shopping experience. Come see Bath’s vibrant downtown decked out in its Christmas best, admire the window displays and be sure to vote for your favorite!
Throughout December
Stuff Santa’s Bag with Toys!
- In the spirit of the holidays, children and adults are encouraged to bring a new, unwrapped gift or toy to stuff the bag with presents. The donated gifts will be given to the Bath Soup Kitchen to spread the holiday cheer. Donations of non-perishable foods are also welcome. Santa’s bag can be found at City Hall, Patten Free library and the YMCA beginning the day of the Jingle Bell Walk.
The Red Boxes
- The Red Boxes will dot the downtown area. Take a moment to drop in a letter for Santa or drop in a holiday card for the seniors. Holiday cards will be distributed to Bath area seniors and Santa’s letter will be sent off to the North Pole. All will promote a feeling of good will and holiday spirit.
December 31
Paul Revere Bell Ringing
- 12:00 noon – 1:00 p.m.
- This is the 9th Annual Paul Revere Bell Ringing at City Hall! Come help us ring in the New Year at the corner of Front and Centre streets at noon. Bring your party hats and noisemakers. Singing and refreshments.
Live Music
- Byrnes’ Irish Pub – 38 Centre Street
- Café Crème – 56 Front Street
- FMI check calendar of events at Café Crème
- Solo Bistro – 128 Front Street
- FMI 443-3373
- The Chocolate Church Arts Center – 798 Washington Street
Holiday Baked Goods
- Bath Sweet Shoppe – 19 Centre Street – 443-4221
- Brackett’s Market – 185 Front Street – Open daily 443-2012
- Mae’s Café – 160 Centre Street – Open daily at 8:00 a.m. 442-8577
- Marnee’s Cookies – 23 Elm Street – Open daily 443-4101
- Starlight Café – 15 Lambard Street – 443-3005
- Sweet Delights – 94 Front Street – 443-1700
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