Mainers know how to celebrate winter, and February is the high point in the season for fun, frozen festivals and romance in seaside towns like Kennebunkport and Oqunquit. See these fun February events and festivals in Maine you have to “sea” to believe.

Kennebunkport is “New England’s Most Romantic Town” in February – with month long celebrations of love – red hearts, lights and “red tag” specials at boutiques and “red plate” specials at restaurants. Kennebunkport hotels offer romance packages including chocolates, flowers, and late check outs. The whole town lights up in red as part of Paint The Town Red. Ice bars, wine tastings and Apres Ski Parties (and you don’t even have to ski) in Kennebunkport warm things up. Kennebunk celebrates Winterfest early February with ice skating and a chocolate and chili fest.

Camden Winterfest is first weekend in February when the midcoast town of Camden becomes a winter wonderland hosting the US National Toboggan Championships at Camden Snowbowl, Ice Sculpture Competitions, Maine’s Mardi Gras, plus skiing at Camden Snow Bowl, ice skating parties and festival decorations.

Biddeford WinterFest is mid February with a Heart Dance, Chili Fest, sledding and skating parties, plus art and comedy shows, and restaurants specials.

Freeport Maine celebrates February with a Flavors of  Freeport event with local tastings, an Ice Bar, Ice Luge, firepits, plus the usual shopping at LL Bean and the Outdoor Discovery School classes on cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.

Portland hosts a Fire & Ice event mid February!

Acadia’s Winter Fest is late Feb  to early March celebrating winter on Mount Desert Island and the centennial of Acadia National Park, with a week of fun events in Bar Harbor and the Park – where you can cross-country ski and snowshoe, even snowmobile.

For Romantic Maine Lodging, see our Romantic Lodging recommendations and also check out our Lodging in Kennebunk:

Captain Lord Mansion has  romantic packages in February with full breakfast, a split of sparkling wine, chocolate-covered cherries and chocolate-chip cookies, a dining coupon to On The Marsh Bistro or The Village Tavern, afternoon snacks, and chocolate dessert wine each evening.

Rhumb Line Resort celebrates February with lodging, daily continental breakfast, and use of the indoor hot tub, pool, and outdoor hot tub. You can walk the calm quiet cool beach. Kennebunkport has Red Tag Sales  and Red Plate Specials at Kennebunkport restaurants! Since the Rhumb Line is Kennebunkport’s affordable family resort, you can also bring the kids – they stay free, they will love the indoor heated pool and free Wi-Fi.

The Seaside Inn located directly on Kennebunk Beach has a Romance Package, 3 nights, Champagne, chocolates and flowers in your room, stuffed French Toast Breakfast for two, beach walks and their ocean view hot tub are included too!

Romantic Lodging in Camden – The Blue Harbor House is two blocks from Camden harbor, but worlds away with lovely Scottish hospitality.

Romantic Lodging in Ogunquit –

Cliff House Resort has superior suites with ocean views, a gorgeous Spa, and a dramatic cliff hanger setting just a short drive to Ogunquit village.

Rockere Lodge is a cozy BnB in Ogunquit on the Marginal Way, a perfect location and charming hosts that make a delightful breakfast.

Romantic Lodging in Maine’s Lakes Region – Poland Springs Resort near Crystal Lake which hosts a February fishing derby, near the ski slopes of Mt Abram and Sunday River.

See you in Maine this February for fun, festivities and a romantic getaway!  See our Maine Lodging Guide and our Maine Events Calendar for more info planning your Maine vacation.

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