Welcome to Castine Calendar

A resource for living in and visiting Castine.

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Holiday Features
with the Castine Merchants Association

  • Small Works Show by Gallery B

    – ART SHOW –
    SATURDAY November 23 through MONDAY December 23
    5 Main Street / Castine, Maine
    213.839.0851
    website
    instagram

    This show features artists from near and far, and their works are offered at less than half their normal price for this show period only, creating opportunity for affordable art. It goes to show that good art comes in small packages!

  • Witherle Holiday Tree Trail

    – TREE DECORATING + HOLIDAY STROLL –
    FRIDAY, November 29 through MONDAY, January 6
    enter at Witherle Woods

    With the help of Castine Arts Association, the Witherle Woods magically comes to life every holiday season. Down one of the trails, you're invited to decorate an evergreen (or two!) with biodegradable homemade ornaments. As the holiday season progresses, walk the trail to see fellow Castiners' creativity on display!

  • Compass Rose Holiday

    – BOOKS + DELIGHTS –
    hours starting December 1
    TUESDAY–SATURDAY, 9a–4p and
    SUNDAY–MONDAY, 10a–2p
    Until 7p on Saturday, December 7 and
    until noon on Christmas Eve
    3 Main Street / Castine, Maine
    207.326.5034
    website
    instagram

    The end of year season of reflection and hope, and of giving and receiving, is here, and Compass Rose has a little something beautiful, locally made and thoughtful for everyone.

  • Ebee's Sweets Holiday

    – COFFEE + BAKED TREATS –
    hours starting December 1
    TUESDAY–SATURDAY, 9a–4p and
    SUNDAY–MONDAY, 10a–2p
    3 Main Street / Castine, Maine
    207.326.5034
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    Our town baker Erin Schmal is busy at work in her cafe at the back of Compass Rose Books. For the food lover in your life, she's rolled out hand-made rolling pins with the help of Temple Blackwood and fabulous aprons. Plus, she has you covered for holiday baking! She will be taking orders for everything from cinnamon rolls to pies for your table.

  • Annual Pentagöet Party

    – PARTY OF THE SEASON –
    FRIDAY, December 6, 5–8p
    26 Main Street / Castine, Maine
    207.326.8616
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    Kick off the holiday season at the Grand Dame on Main Street, as Matt, George, & Mister host the town for an open wine & beer bar, hors d'oeuvres, and plenty of merriment! The only requirement? Bring one unwrapped toy to donate to their Toys-for-Tots drive. Last year, Castine was the single largest donation center in Maine, thanks to your generosity!

  • Light Up Castine

    – HOLIDAY FESTIVITIES –
    SATURDAY, December 7, 4–8p
    starting at the Town Common
    see feature image next to calendar for details

    The Castine Merchants Association annual fundraiser and the town's kick-off to the holiday season! Join us for a full evening of activities from caroling to the wonderful Holly Berry Craft Fair & Dinner, shopping on Main Street, and even Santa at the Pentagöet!

  • Annual Holiday Concert

    – AN EVENING OF MUSIC + TALENT –
    MONDAY, December 9, at 7p
    86 Court Street / Castine, Maine

    The Castine Arts Association presents one of the most festive town traditions at the Unitarian Church. From instrumentals to vocals, and who can forget the essential reading of The Night Before Christmas, it's an evening for kids young and old to come together as a community to embrace the holidays. And we heard even Santa will be there!

  • Castine Historical Society Holiday Sip 'n' Shop

    – SHOPPING + WINING –
    WEDNESDAY, December 11, 4–7p
    3 and 17 School Street / Castine, Maine
    207.326.4118
    website

    What better gift for the Castine lover in your life than a piece of Castine history? The historical society is opening for a special night of shopping and wining as you look for the perfect gift. You'll find everything from gorgeous books, hosting accoutrement, pet-friendly merch, and lots more!

open by the day
on hold for winter

  • SHOP:
    – Gallery B., 10a–4p
    – Hammond, 6.30a–5.30p
    – Hannaford, 7a–9p
    – Mae, 10a–5p
    – Mainescape, 9a–5p
    – T&C Market, 6a–7p

    DINE:
    – Danny Murphy's, 4–9p
    – Safe Harbor, 8a–4p
    – The Variety, 7a–8p

    ACTIVITIES:
    – Castine Historical Society, 10a–4p
    – Castine Uncovered Walking Tour at the Historical Society, 10a
    – Fiber Arts Group at the Library, 10a
    – Wilson Museum, 10a–5p

    and daily
    – Castine Cruises, as booked online
    – Castine Kayak, as booked online
    – Castine Touring Company, as booked online

    TOWN SERVICES:
    – Curbside trash pickup, early morning
    – Visitor Center, 9a–4p

  • SHOP:
    – Compass Rose Books, 8a–4p
    – Gallery B., 10a–4p
    – Hammond, 6.30a–5.30p
    – Hannaford, 7a–9p
    – Mae, 10a–5p
    – Mainescape, 9a–5p
    – T&C Market, 6a–7p

    DINE:
    – Danny Murphy's, 4–9p
    – Ebee's Sweets, 8a–4p
    – Pentagöet, 5.30–9p, pub opens at 4p
    – Safe Harbor, 8a–4p
    – The Variety, 7a–8p
    – Tinder Hearth, 4.30–8p (no pizza 9.17)

    ACTIVITIES:
    – Jazz on the Pentagöet Porch, 5–8p
    – Wilson Museum, 10a–5p

    and daily
    – Castine Cruises, as booked online
    – Castine Kayak, as booked online
    – Castine Touring Company, as booked online

    TOWN SERVICES:
    – Curbside recycling pickup, early morning
    – Transfer station, 8a–1p
    – Visitor Center, 9a–4p

  • SHOP:
    – Adam Gallery, 11a–4p
    – Compass Rose Books, 8a–4p
    – Gallery B., 10a–4p
    – Hammond, 6.30a–5.30p
    – Hannaford, 7a–9p
    – Mae, 10a–5p
    – Mainescape, 9a–5p
    – Mary Margaret's Mercantile and Analog Attic, 10a–3p
    – T&C Market, 6a–7p

    DINE:
    – Danny Murphy's, 4–9p
    – Ebee's Sweets, 8a–4p
    – Humblebee Cafe, 7a–3p
    – Pentagöet, 5.30–9p, pub opens at 4p
    – Safe Harbor, 8a–4p
    – The Variety, 7a–8p
    – Tinder Hearth, 9a–12p + 4.30–8p (no pizza 9.18)

    ACTIVITIES:
    – Mahjong at the Library, 2p
    – REC Committee at Fort George, 5.30p
    – Storytime at the Library, 10.30a
    – Wilson Museum, 10a–5p

    and daily
    – Castine Cruises, as booked online
    – Castine Kayak, as booked online
    – Castine Touring Company, as booked online

    TOWN SERVICES:
    – Transfer station, 8a–1p
    – Visitor Center, 9a–4p

  • SHOP:
    – Adam Gallery, 11a–4p
    – Compass Rose Books, 8a–4p
    – Gallery B., 10a–4p
    – Hammond, 6.30a–5.30p
    – Hannaford, 7a–9p
    – Mae, 10a–5p
    – Mainescape, 9a–5p
    – Mary Margaret's Mercantile and Analog Attic, 10a–4p
    – T&C Market, 6a–7p

    DINE:
    – Danny Murphy's, 4–9p
    – Ebee's Sweets, 8a–4p
    – Humblebee Cafe, 7a–3p
    – Pentagöet, 5.30–9p, pub opens at 4p
    – The Variety, 7a–8p
    – Tinder Hearth, 4.30–8p (no pizza 9.19)

    ACTIVITIES:
    – Wilson Museum, 10a–5p

    and daily
    – Castine Cruises, as booked online
    – Castine Kayak, as booked online
    – Castine Touring Company, as booked online

    TOWN SERVICES:
    – Transfer station, 8a–1p
    – Visitor Center, 9a–4p

  • SHOP:
    – Adam Gallery, 11a–4p
    – Compass Rose Books, 8a–4p
    – Gallery B., 10a–4p
    – Hammond, 6.30a–5.30p
    – Hannaford, 7a–9p
    – Mae, 10a–5p
    – Mainescape, 9a–5p
    – Mary Margaret's Mercantile and Analog Attic, 10a–4p
    – Tilth & Timber Farm, 2–6p
    – T&C Market, 6a–7p

    DINE:
    – Danny Murphy's, 4–9p
    – Ebee's Sweets, 8a–4p
    – Humblebee Cafe, 7a–3p
    – Pentagöet, 5.30–9p, pub opens at 4p
    – The Variety, 7a–8p
    – Tinder Hearth, 4.30–8p (no pizza 9.20)

    ACTIVITIES:
    – Castine Historical Society, 10a–4p
    – Castine Uncovered Walking Tour at the Historical Society, 10a
    – Jazz Piano at the Pentagöet, 6–8.30p (not on 9.13)
    – Wilson Museum, 10a–5p

    and daily
    – Castine Cruises, as booked online
    – Castine Kayak, as booked online
    – Castine Touring Company, as booked online

    TOWN SERVICES:
    – Transfer station, 8a–1p
    – Visitor Center, 9a–4p

  • SHOP:
    – Adam Gallery, 11a–4p
    – Compass Rose Books, 8a–4p
    – Gallery B., 10a–4p
    – Hammond, 7a–4p
    – Hannaford, 7a–9p
    – Mae, 10a–4p
    – Mainescape, 9a–5p
    – Mary Margaret's Mercantile and Analog Attic, 10a–4p
    – Tilth & Timber Farm, 10a–2p
    – T&C Market, 6a–7p

    DINE:
    – Danny Murphy's, 4–9p
    – Ebee's Sweets, 8a–4p
    – Humblebee Cafe, 7a–3p
    – Pentagöet, 5.30–9p, pub opens at 4p
    – Safe Harbor, 8a–4p
    – The Variety, 7a–8p
    – Tinder Hearth, 9a–12p

    ACTIVITIES:
    – Castine Historical Society, 10a–4p
    – Castine Uncovered Walking Tour at the Historical Society, 10a
    – Mass at Our Lady of Holy Hope (Roman Catholic), 4p
    – Wilson Museum, 2–5p

    and daily
    – Castine Cruises, as booked online
    – Castine Kayak, as booked online
    – Castine Touring Company, as booked online

    TOWN SERVICES:
    – Transfer station, 8a–12p
    – Visitor Center, 9a–4p

  • SHOP:
    – Gallery B., 10a–4p
    – Hannaford, 7a–8p
    – Mainescape, 9a–4p
    – Mary Margaret's Mercantile and Analog Attic, 10a–3p
    – T&C Market, 6a–7p

    DINE:
    – Danny Murphy's, 4–9p
    – Safe Harbor, 11a–4p
    – The Variety, 7a–7p

    ACTIVITIES:
    – Castine Historical Society, 1–4p
    – Service at Trinitarian Congregational Parish, 9.30a
    – Service at Trinity Episcopal Church, 9a
    – Service at Unitarian Universalist Church, 10.30a
    – Wilson Museum, 2–5p

    and daily
    – Castine Cruises, as booked online
    – Castine Kayak, as booked online
    – Castine Touring Company, as booked online

    TOWN SERVICES:
    – Visitor Center, 12–4p