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Giving the Gift of Bar Harbor
The cooler temperatures, falling snowflakes and festive decorations can only mean one thing: the holiday season is near. It’s the time of year for spreading cheer, whether spending time with those you love, donating to causes in need, or picking out gifts for the people on your list.
No matter the reason, Bar Harbor has many shops with the perfect presents for friends, family or those in need. While visiting, browse holiday decorations at Acadia Image Arts and the Christmas Spirit Shop or make your own gifts using supplies from Fabricate. Take home treasures for the folks you care most about, knowing that these gifts have been made by local craftsmen. Take a few toys back with you, too, for the special kids and pets in your life. And don’t forget a little something for yourself!
Bar Harbor's gorgeous winter scenery, abundance of small businesses, and friendly locals helped land them on Runaway Suitcase's list of the Top 25 Hallmark Christmas Towns. Spend a little time here and you'll definitely agree!
December 6 is the best time to visit during the Village Holidays & Midnight Madness Sale. Sip on hot chocolate and sing carols before Santa lights up the village tree and reads ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas. Take the kids down to the MDI YMCA for holiday crafts and a photo with Santa before tucking them into bed. For night owls, the Midnight Madness Sale with discounts at local shops goes from 8 p.m. to midnight.
The shop windows will be fully decorated for the Midnight Madness Sale as part of the Bar Harbor Merchants Association’s Holiday Decorating Contest. Cast a vote for your favorite decorations at the Bar Harbor Chamber of Commerce. Winners will be announced on December 7.
Art
Get the art enthusiast in your life all they could desire with finely crafted works and supplies of the highest quality. Here is where to make your stops:
Island Artisans
D’Alessio Gallery
Island Arts Association
Anne Woodman – The Shop
Art on West
Acadia Image Arts
Fabricate
Gifts & Collectibles
With gifts small to large, these shops have unique treats and trinkets for anyone on your list.
Fair Trade Winds
Sea Dawg
Bark Harbor
Cool as a Moose
Island Artisans
Bar Harbor Book Shop
Serendipity Resale Shop
Bar Harbor Tea Company
Willis’ Rock Shop
Queen Anne’s Flower Shop
House Wine
Debbahs
Anne Woodman – The Shop
Acadia Outdoors Store
Bar Harbor Pick-A-Pearl
Cariloha
FIORE Artisan Olive Oils & Vinegars
Sherman’s Maine Coast Book Shops
Island Imports LTD.
DelSol
The Acadia Shop
Stone Soup
Acadia Park Company
Bar Harbor Hemporium
Patrick’s by the Sea
Bar Harbor Jam Company
Bliss Jewelers
Peruvian Link-Alpaca Collection
The Chocolate Moose of Bar Harbor
Acadia Country Store
The Stadium Bar Harbor
Acadia Image Arts
Christmas Spirit Shop
Home Decor
Whether you are shopping for yourself or an interior design aficionado, these shops have what you need, not just for holiday decorating, but for many styles and tastes.
Window Panes
Acadia Image Arts
Cariloha
The Acadia Shop
Now that you know there are so many places to shop, you can check off your entire list in Bar Harbor with gifts even more special because they will remind you of your visit.
