This Friday kicks off what has become one of Maine’s most festive events — the Northern Lights Celebration at L.L.Bean. A forest of twinkling lights at the Freeport campus provides the perfect backdrop for photos, and if that weren’t enough, Santa and his reindeer make a cheery red barn their home on the weekends. When it gets too frosty outdoors, visitors can grab a complimentary hot chocolate and warm up in a yurt that’s decorated for the holidays. With this annual event, L.L.Bean has created a little bit of magic in the heart of Freeport.

Need a quick picture for holiday cards? This is the place to get it done.

Inside the warming yurt. If you’re lucky, you might catch Mrs. Claus at the front door.

Santa and his reindeer can be found in this sweet post and beam barn.
Our kids are growing up fast, but we’re so glad they’re game to revisit this celebration each year!
To learn more about this free event, visit here.