Boothbay Lights

08/23/2026

Gather, glow, celebrate!
✨ Save the date: Gardens Aglow tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, September 8. ✨

This year’s theme, Gathered in Maine, invites guests on a glowing journey of new lighted displays through the seasonal traditions, landscapes, and natural connections that bring us together. Along the way, discover everything from maple tapping and mushroom foraging to the industrious activities of seed-dispersing ants, pollinators, and coastal ways of life.

Members can secure their tickets from 10 a.m. on Tuesday, September 1. General on-sale will follow a week later, on Tuesday, September 8. For those who want to lock in their preferred date and score member-only pricing, become a member today.

Plus, new this year, we have a VIP add-on pass that unlocks special Gardens Aglow gifts and an exclusive firepit experience. Passes are limited and will sell out.

Gardens Aglow runs November 14–January 2, Thursday–Sunday, plus select dates from 4–9 p.m. (Closed some holidays.) For more information, head to GardensAglow.org.

This winter, gather with your loved ones and experience the annual magic of Gardens Aglow!

01/06/2026

✨ Wrapping up our weekly winners — Pot Buoy Selfie Contest Week 6! ✨

This fun-loving couple truly embraced the spirit of the contest, going out of their way to snap a photo with the Giant Brown’s Wharf Inn Fisherman and sharing some absolutely adorable pup selfies at the Pot Buoy Tree 🐾⚓🎄

Their creativity and enthusiasm captured the joyful, playful spirit of Boothbay Lights perfectly. And while this wraps up our weekly winners… stay tuned — our Grand Prize winners are still to come! 💙✨

01/06/2026

✨ Next up — Pot Buoy Selfie Contest Week 5! ✨

This heart-melting moment features one adorable little adventurer in a pink coat and her mom, who spent their time exploring so many Boothbay Lights spots along the way 💕🎄

We can tell they enjoyed the twinkling displays and cozy strolls downtown! Thank you for sharing such a sweet Boothbay Lights memory with us — this one made us smile big! ✨

01/06/2026

✨ Pot Buoy Selfie Contest — Week 4 Winner! ✨

Thank you for your patience as we catch up after a busy holiday season — we’re so happy to finally celebrate our Week 4 winners from the Frances Perkins Center, who came out to enjoy the sparkle of Boothbay Lights! 🎄⚓

Their visit is a wonderful reminder that Boothbay Lights is about more than twinkling displays — it’s about shared moments, community, and making memories together. We’re grateful they joined in the fun and helped spread some holiday cheer! 💙

01/04/2026

So thankful for the community behind the lights ✨
From businesses and sponsors to volunteers and supporters—thank you for helping make Boothbay Lights shine.
You are the magic behind the lights.
What was your favorite part of the season?

01/02/2026

Wondering who's Open for Dinner tonight? Friday - Jan 2nd, and through the weekend. 🙌🤗🥳
Quick round-up of options includes:

The Boathouse Bistro Tapas Bar & Restaurant

Brady's Restaurant

China by The Sea

Carriage House Restaurant

Boothbay Harbor House of Pizza

Footbridge Brewery

Pier 1 Pizza & Pub

Send a message to learn more

01/01/2026

New Years Day Brunch Menu

207-633-6025 for all reservations

Open 10am-2pm 01/01/2026

12/31/2025

Ring in 2026 at Water’s Edge!
Join us for a special New Year’s Eve celebration featuring a prix fixe menu of the chef’s favorite dishes, a complimentary ch*****ne flute for guests 21+, and live music from Trio Tina & Mike Murphy with Dan Grish!!!

$5 Music Ticket per person from 5 - 9 pm. Music Ticket Free with the purchase of an Entree Meal.
Whether you’re celebrating with a date or gathering the whole family, enjoy a cozy evening by the fireplace with great food and memorable moments.

Dinner served from 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM from our New Year's Eve special menu of from our regular menu.
Reservations available on Resy, or call us to reserve your table.

12/31/2025

IT'S TOMORROW! COME PLUNGE FOR A PURPOSE!
Kick off the New Year with the Boothbay Region YMCA Penguin Polar Plunge, 1/1 at 11:00 AM at Hendrick’s Head Beach, Southport!
-No registration fee
-Penguin Plunge mug, warm drinks & snacks
-The Little Dippers are the 2026 Honorees!
-Donate to support the Y Dolphins Swim Team: boothbayregionymca.org/annual-giving.html

12/31/2025

Come celebrate New Year’s Eve and our final day of the season! We’ll be offering our full menu and some fun specials!