Looking for an out-of-the-ordinary holiday experience this year? Come to Bath, ME for a warm and cozy, small-town Christmas. Our historic New England town celebrates the holidays with a variety of fun and festive events. Parades, trolley tours, caroling, cocoa, bell-ringing, and other delights!
One of the best things about living in or visiting a storied town like Bath, ME is the evident history that’s all around, even today. By this, I don’t mean just the historic locations and architecture the city is famous for. Bath’s long history is also reflected in the character of our community and the traditions we cherish.
The holiday season is a great example of this, with most events including live music, caroling and community sing-alongs, hot cocoa, and other decidedly old-school pleasures.
The convenient location of our Maine bed and breakfast puts you within just a few minutes, walking distance in some cases, of much of the best of the area. This includes peaceful stretches of the Kennebec River, shops, cafes, restaurants, and the events below!
Old Fashioned Christmas in Bath 2025
Community Tree Lighting – Nov 29, 3pm.
Gather at Library Park for a sing-along with the Amethyst Carolers, Santa & Mrs. Claus, Woodland Wonderland Characters, cocoa, cookies, and more.
Bright Night Bath – Dec 5, 4pm-8pm.
Evening holiday shopping with the Una Voce Chamber Choir and the Salvation Army Brass Band. It’s also the first night of Trolley Caroling!
Trolley Caroling! – Dec 5-6, 12-13, 19-20, 4pm-8pm.
Enjoy a holiday tour of the historic “City of Ships” aboard the festively decorated Bath Trolley. Stops every half-hour, Fridays and Saturdays. No tickets necessary.
Downtown Day – Dec 13, 10am-1pm.
A day of downtown fun with Santa and his ATV parade, Woodland Characters, “Reindeer,” and other holiday attractions.
Paul Revere Bell Ringing – Dec 31, 11:45am-12:15pm.
Join the Bath community at Hallet’s Clock to sing “12 Days of Bath Christmas,” “Auld Lang Syne,” and hear the noon ringing of the Paul Revere Bell.
Holiday Shows at Chocolate Church
There’s always something going on at the Chocolate Church Arts Center and that’s doubly true around the holidays. All just a half mile from The Inn at Bath!
Cyrus Chestnut Trio Plays A Charlie Brown Christmas – Dec 6, 7:30pm
Jingle into December with Cyrus Chestnut as he channels the timeless charm of Vince Guaraldi’s A Charlie Brown Christmas.
Holiday Hot Chocolate with the Volunteer Jazz Band – Dec 12, 7:30pm.
A holiday concert in several genres, including jazz, swing, rock, pop, and classical. All proceeds to benefit the Chocolate Church and its vital community programs.
¡Hanukkah Mexicana! – Dec 20, 5:30pm.
A multi-faceted cultural extravaganza celebrating the intersection of Jewish and Mexican cultures. Featuring the music of The Casco Bay Tummlers, Veronica Roblés, and food inspired by Sabor Judío: The Jewish Mexican Cookbook.
Còig & Screaming Orphans – A Celtic Holiday Celebration – Dec 13, 7:30pm.
Whether you love traditional tunes, indie folk-pop, or festive songs with a Celtic twist, this dynamic double bill is sure to light up your season.
Sing! It’s Christmas! – Dec 22, 6pm.
Celebrate the season with a free and joyful evening of music, merriment, and community cheer.
For those after a quieter, more intimate holiday, Christmas in Bath, ME offers a truly enchanting experience. Book your stay at The Inn at Bath today!
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Happy holidays to all from The Inn at Bath!