Looking for some fun and adventure this winter in Maine? January brings tons of ways for people of all ages to “go outside and play!” Ice fishing derbies, winterfests, snowfests, fireworks, parades, ice skating, sledding, skiing, snowmobiling, dog sledding and more! Check out the list below for starters, then visit our online calendar for the complete list!
Starting New Year’s Day 2016:
JANUARY 1st: Ring in the New Year in a refrehsing Atlantic Ocean kind of way with a Penguin Plunge in Boothbay or a Lobster Dip in Old Orchard Beach. After that head to one of the four state parks for a Maine State Parks First Day Hike!
JANUARY 4th – 8th: Sunday River hosts College Week, jam packed with parties and events galore. Red Bull Frozen Rush returns, and enjoy four holiday-themed days including Fourth of July, Cinco de Mayo, Saint Paddy’s Day, and Halloween. Each day features different entertainment and events. The entertainment isn’t just limited to college students, but if you are one, you will definitely get better deals!
Here is a list of great snow tubing parks across the state of Maine. Many of the snow tubing parks listed are opening up Christmas week, so grab your friends and snowpants and go outside and play!
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Maine’s ski slopes are a hub for challenging adventure, family fun and lively entertainment throughout the winter months. From fireworks and sporting events to festivals, Maine’s slopes offer something for everyone. Check out the list of ski resorts and slopes below for information about what each mountain have to offer. Mountains are listed from largest vertical drop to smallest vertical drop. A Google Map of Maine is at the end of this post for a visual view of the locations of each ski area. Visit our 
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