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The Best 40 Things to Do with Kids on the Seacoast
Kids have a lot of energy and they get bored easy. It’s a good thing that there is so much to do in the seacoast region to keep kids of all ages busy and active...
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Suggested Activity: Big Daddy's Ice Cream
Located at 478 Main St. and 47 Shore Rd. in Ogunquit. Seasonal hours apply.
Suggested Activity: Batson River Brewery Tour 4:00pm
Go behind the scenes at the Wells, Maine brewing facility and see where the magic happens! You will enjoy a guided tour plus Q & A with one of the expert brewers and see how your favorite Batson River Beers go from grain to glass. To top it all off, enjoy a Flight back in the taproom for just $5! (21+) All visitors must wear closed-toe footwear during brewery tours. Reservations required: 207-360-7255. Admission: Free. Located at Batson River Fish Camp, 73 Mile Road, Wells. infowells@batsonriver.com
Suggested Activity: Live Music
Clay Hill Farm – Live Music, Friday-Monday
Jonathan’s - Live Jazz in the Lounge, Friday & Saturday
Crew Ogunquit – Live Music, Thursday-Monday
The Front Porch – Live Music at the Piano Bar, daily
Nikanos – Live Music, Friday-Monday
Leavitt Theatre – Live Music, Friday, Sunday & Monday MaineStreet – Fridays with DJ Aga, Weekly Big Gay Dance Party with DJ’s Aga & Ken
9:00am: 'Seas the Day' with Keith
Whether it's your first time in Ogunquit or you're a Falls regular, we have the right activity for you! Meet Keith out on the patio where you'll hear about the best restaurants and much more! Be sure to start your visit at The Falls with 'Seas the Day.' No sign-ups necessary. Weather permitting.
Suggested Activity: Batson River Brewery Tour 1:00pm
Go behind the scenes at the Wells, Maine brewing facility and see where the magic happens! You will enjoy a guided tour plus Q & A with one of the expert brewers and see how your favorite Batson River Beers go from grain to glass. To top it all off, enjoy a Flight back in the taproom for just $5! (21+) All visitors must wear closed-toe footwear during brewery tours. Reservations required: 207-360-7255. Admission: Free. Located at Batson River Fish Camp, 73 Mile Road, Wells. infowells@batsonriver.com
Suggested Activity: Stonewall Kitchen York Company Store
This location is just off I-95 on Route 1 in York, Maine, and it’s the home of the Company Store, Café, production facility and main offices. Open daily 9am-5pm.
Suggested Activity: Wonder Mountain Fun Park
Go-karts, mini-golf, human maze, arcade and more! Located at 270 Post Rd., Wells. Pricing varies. Hours and more info: wondermountainfunpark.com
Suggested Activity: Wells Reserve at Laudholm
Admission allows access to parking, Visitor Center, restrooms, trails, beach, and other public spaces. Fees: Under 6, free; ages 6-16, $2; ages 16+, $6. Program fees are additional. Located at 342 Laudholm Farm Rd., Wells. Open daily. More info: wellsreserve.org
Suggested Activity: Yummies Candy Store
Remember the old-fashioned penny candy from when you were a child? Visit Yummies with over 10,000 lbs of candy on display. Located at 384 State Road (Rt. 1), Kittery. Open daily 8am-5pm.
Suggested Activity: Walk Marginal Way
Enjoy this beautiful 1.25 mile walking path along Maine's rocky shoreline that stretches from Ogunquit Village to Perkins Cove. Access off Shore Road. Parking fees may apply. Grab a map from the activities board!
Suggested Activity: York's Wild Kingdom
Zoo animals, amusement park rides, butterfly exhibit, petting zoo and more! Located at 1 Animal Park Rd., York. Pricing varies. Hours and more info: yorkswildkingdom.com
9:00am-10:15am: Take a Tour Around Town with Kim
First time in Ogunquit or maybe you're an OGT veteran? Either way, sit back, relax and let Kim, our Activities Director, give you a tour of our beautiful coastal town and show you the points of interest that you can visit later on in the week! Limit of 9 guests. Please sign up in the Activities Hallway. We'll meet in the Front Lobby at 9:00am.
10:45am-11:15am: Punch and Popcorn on the Patio
Join Kim out on the patio to enjoy some fresh air and a mid-morning snack. No sign-ups necessary. In inclement weather, this activity will be held upstairs in the Activities Center.
11:30am-1:00pm: Take a Tour to Nubble Lighthouse
Join Kim, our Activities Director, as she drives you into York to visit the Cape Neddick Lighthouse, aka “Nubble.” This historic and famous lighthouse is a favorite among locals and visitors. Bring your camera – you can't take a bad photo here! We will take the scenic “Shore Drive” back to the resort. Limit 9 guests. Please sign up in the Activities Hallway. We'll meet in the Front Lobby at 11:30am.
Suggested Activity: The Goldenrod
The Goldenrod is a candy store, homemade ice cream shop and restaurant all in one, located in the heart of Short Sands Beach in York, Maine since 1896. Located at 2 Railroad Ave., York Beach. Hours and more info: thegoldenrod.com
Suggested Activity: Wiggly Bridge Distillery Tour at 12:00pm or 3:00pm
The tour is given by a Wiggly Team Member and takes about an hour. They'll make sure you are in good spirits and will start you out with one of their hand crafted cocktails. While sipping on your cocktail of choice you’ll learn about Wiggly Bridge Distillery and the operation, as well as the distillation process. You’ll end the tour with a tasting of all of their award winning spirits! Reservations required: wigglybridgedistillery.com or 207-363-9322. Tours given at the Route 1 location (Big Old Barn) *21+.
Suggested Activity: Mini Golf at Raptor Falls in Arundel
Raptor Falls offers the ultimate family fun experience: combining the excitement of realistic animatronic dinosaurs with a modern state of the art mini golf course! They provide a safe, fun-filled environment and delicious, locally made ice cream from Shaker Pond. Hours and info: raptorfalls.com
Suggested Activity: Meetinghouse Museum Tour
Guided tours by the Historical Society of Wells and Ogunquit occur between 1pm and 4pm, free of charge (donations accepted). More info: wellsogunquithistory.org
Suggested Activity: Trivia at Garden Street Bowl in Kennebunk 7:00pm-9:00pm
Join Garden Street Bowl for drinks, food and gaming fun! Free to play; bowling prizes. Located at 11 Garden St., Kennebunk. Info: gardenstreetbowl.com
9:00-10:00am Falls Walking Club: Footbridge Beach (One mile round-trip)
Come to the Front Desk to meet your fellow guests and enjoy a guided walk with Kim to Footbridge Beach. No sign-ups necessary. Weather permitting.
10:15am-12:00pm: Explore Rachel Carson Wildlife Refuge
Join Kim, our Activities Director, on a short drive to RCWR for an easy guided ½ mile walk through the woods with gorgeous views of the salt marsh and ocean. We'll bring binoculars because you never know what you might see! Limit 9 guests. Please sign up in the Activities Hallway. We'll meet in the Front Lobby at 10:15am. Weather permitting.
12:30pm-2:45pm: Take a Trip to the Maine Classic Car Museum
Join Kim, our Activities Director, on a trip to Arundel to take a look at classic and vintage vehicles. Limit 9 guests, but if you miss the sign-up, feel free to take your own vehicle and meet us there! Please sign up in the Activities Hallway. We'll meet in the front lobby at 12:45pm. Admission: $12pp (pay when you get there). Please sign up no later than Wednesday at 8am.
3:00pm-3:45pm: Make Sand Art
Join Kim upstairs in the Activities Center to get creative with empty bottles and colored sand. Space is limited to 8 guests; please sign up in the Activities Hallway. Not just for kids! Adults can enjoy this activity, too.
9:00-9:45am Falls Walking Club: Beach Plum Farm
Come to the Front Desk to meet your fellow guests and enjoy a guided walk with Kim at Beach Plum Farm. It's a short walk across the street, then a scenic half-mile loop trail through meadow with a view of marshland, the Ogunquit River, dunes and the ocean. No sign-ups necessary. Weather permitting.
10:00am-12:00pm: Visit the Center for Wildlife
Join Kim for a self-guided tour at the Center for Wildlife in Cape Neddick. View their resident porcupine, owls, falcons and more as you explore the property. Limit 9 guests, but if you miss the sign-up, feel free to take your own vehicle and meet us there! Please sign up in the Activities Hallway. We'll meet in the front lobby at 10:15am. Admission: $10pp (pay when you get there). Please sign up no later than Thursday at 8am.
12:15pm-12:45pm: Paint a Suncatcher
Join Kim upstairs in the Activities Center to paint your very own suncatcher! Limit 8 guests. Sign up in the Activities Hallway.
Suggested Activity: Ogunquit Heritage Museum
Visit the Captain James Winn House to learn about Ogunquit's rich heritage through various exhibits of preserved items and documents. Open Tuesday through Saturday, 1pm-5pm. Located at 86 Obeds Lane, Ogunquit. Donations accepted. More info: ogunquitheritagemuseum.com
Suggested Activity: Grab a Local Ice Cream!
Sweet Pea's (37 Shore Rd., OGT), Big Daddy's (478 Main St. and 47 Shore Rd., OGT), Scoop Deck (6 Eldridge Rd., Wells), Dunne's (214 Nubble Rd., York Beach). Seasonal hours apply.
Suggested Activity: Batson River Brewery Tour 4:00pm
Go behind the scenes at the Wells brewing facility and see where the magic happens! You will enjoy a guided tour and Q/A with one of the expert brewers and see how your favorite Batson River Beers go from grain to glass. To top it all off, enjoy a Flight back in the taproom for just $5 (21+). Closed-toe footwear must be worn. Reservations required: 207-360-7255. Admission: Free. Located at Batson River Fish Camp, 73 Mile Road, Wells. More info: infowells@batsonriver.com
Note: This tour is also available on Saturdays at 1pm.
Suggested Activity: Live Music
Clay Hill Farm – Live Music, Friday-Monday
Jonathan’s - Live Jazz in the Lounge, Friday & Saturday
Crew Ogunquit – Live Music, Thursday-Monday
The Front Porch – Live Music at the Piano Bar, daily
Nikanos – Live Music, Friday-Monday
Leavitt Theatre – Live Music, Friday, Sunday & Monday
MaineStreet – Fridays with DJ Aga, Weekly Big Gay Dance Party with DJ’s Aga & Ken
9:00am: 'Seas the Day' with Keith
Whether it's your first time in Ogunquit or you're a Falls regular, we have the right activity for you! Meet Keith out on the patio where you'll hear about the best restaurants and much more! No sign-ups necessary. Weather permitting.
Suggested Activity: Stonewall Kitchen York Company Store
This location is just off I-95 on Route 1 in York, Maine, and it’s the home of the Company Store, Café, production facility and main offices. Open daily 9am-5pm.
Suggested Activity: Wonder Mountain Fun Park
Go-karts, mini-golf, human maze, arcade and more! Located at 270 Post Rd., Wells. Pricing varies. Hours and more info: wondermountainfunpark.com
Suggested Activity: Saco Drive-In Double Feature (Gates Open at 7:15pm)
Newly relocated to Aquaboggan Water Park, The Saco Drive-In is one of the oldest drive-ins in the nation. They provide individuals and families an outdoor movie experience you are sure to love. Admission starts at $25. Concessions available. Located at 980 Portland Rd., Saco. Get there early! More info: thesacodrivein.com
Suggested Activity: Wells Reserve at Laudholm
Admission allows access to parking, Visitor Center, restrooms, trails, beach, and other public spaces. Fees: Under 6, free; ages 6-16, $2; ages 16+, $6. Program fees are additional. Located at 342 Laudholm Farm Rd., Wells. Open daily. More info: wellsreserve.org
Suggested Activity: Yummies Candy Store
Over 10,000 lbs of candy on display! Located at 384 State Road (Rt. 1), Kittery. Open daily 8am-5pm.
Suggested Activity: Walk Marginal Way
Enjoy this beautiful 1.25 mile walking path (2.5 mile out and back) along Maine's rocky shoreline that stretches from Perkins Cove to Ogunquit Village. Access near Oarweed. Parking is limited and fees may apply.
Suggested Activity: York's Wild Kingdom
Zoo animals, amusement park rides, butterfly exhibit, petting zoo and more! Located at 1 Animal Park Rd., York. Pricing varies. Hours and more info: yorkswildkingdom.com
9:00am-11:15am: Take a Tour Around Town and to Nubble Lighthouse with Kim
First time in Ogunquit or maybe you're an OGT veteran? Either way, sit back, relax and let Kim, our Activities Director, give you a tour of our beautiful coastal town along with a visit to Nubble. This historic and famous lighthouse is a favorite among locals and visitors. Bring your camera – you can't take a bad photo here! Rounding out the tour, we will take the scenic “Shore Drive” back to the resort. Limit of 9 guests. Please sign up in the Activities Hallway. We'll meet in the Front Lobby at 9:00am.
11:30am-12:00pm: Punch and Popcorn on the Patio
Meet Kim out on the patio to enjoy some fresh air and a quick snack. No sign-ups necessary. In inclement weather, this activity will be held upstairs in the Activities Center.
12:15pm-1:00pm: Stencil a Canvas Tote or Drawstring Bag
Join Kim upstairs in the Activities Center to use fabric markers to stencil a design on your new bag! Limit 8 guests. Sign up in the Activities Hallway.
Suggested Activity: Ogunquit Museum of American Art
OMAA showcases modern and contemporary art with rotating exhibitions and a permanent collection of more than 3,000 works. The three-acre seaside sculpture garden and grounds offer space for contemplation. Admission: Adults, $15; Seniors and Students, $13. Located at 543 Shore Rd., Ogunquit. Open daily 10am-5pm. More info: ogunquitmuseum.org
Suggested Activity: The Goldenrod
The Goldenrod is a candy store, homemade ice cream shop and restaurant all in one, located in the heart of Short Sands Beach in York, Maine since 1896. Located at 2 Railroad Ave., York Beach. Hours and more info: thegoldenrod.com
Suggested Activity: Wiggly Bridge Distillery Tour at 12:00pm or 3:00pm
The tour is given by a Wiggly Team Member and takes about an hour. They'll make sure you are in good spirits and will start you out with one of their hand crafted cocktails. While sipping on your cocktail of choice you’ll learn about Wiggly Bridge Distillery and the operation, as well as the distillation process. You’ll end the tour with a tasting of all of their award winning spirits! Reservations required: wigglybridgedistillery.com or 207-363-9322. Tours given at the Route 1 location (Big Old Barn) *21+.
Suggested Activity: Mini Golf at Raptor Falls in Arundel
Raptor Falls offers the ultimate family fun experience: combining the excitement of realistic animatronic dinosaurs with a modern state of the art mini golf course! They provide a safe, fun-filled environment and delicious, locally made ice cream from Shaker Pond. Hours and info: raptorfalls.com
Suggested Activity: Meetinghouse Museum Tour
Guided tours by the Historical Society of Wells and Ogunquit occur between 1pm and 4pm, free of charge (donations accepted). More info: wellsogunquithistory.org
Suggested Activity: Trivia at Garden Street Bowl in Kennebunk 7:00pm-9:00pm
Join Garden Street Bowl for drinks, food and gaming fun! Free to play; bowling prizes. Located at 11 Garden St., Kennebunk. Info: gardenstreetbowl.com
Suggested Activity: Walk to Footbridge Beach (One mile round-trip)
Head out from the resort to the left, walk past our Footbridge Building along the walkway, go past Angelina's, and cross (safest at the crosswalk) over to Ocean St. (next to Beachfire). Follow Ocean St. to the end and you're at the footbridge that will lead you to Footbridge Beach!
Suggested Activity: Ogunquit Heritage Museum
Visit the Captain James Winn House to learn about Ogunquit's rich heritage through various exhibits of preserved items and documents. Open Tuesday through Saturday, 1pm-5pm. Located at 86 Obeds Lane, Ogunquit. Donations accepted. More info: ogunquitheritagemuseum.com
Suggested Activity: Explore Rachel Carson Wildlife Refuge
Take a short drive (15 minutes) north to RCWR for an easy 1-mile walk through the woods with gorgeous views of the salt marsh and ocean. You can ask the Front Desk to borrow binoculars for a better view!
Suggested Activity: Trivia at Batson River in Wells 6:00pm-8:00pm
Free weekly trivia hosted by Geeks Who Drink. Compete for Batson River gift cards. Located at 73 Mile Rd., Wells. Info: batsonriver.com
9:00-9:45am Falls Walking Club: Beach Plum Farm
Come to the Front Desk to meet your fellow guests and enjoy a guided walk with Kim at Beach Plum Farm. It's a short walk across the street, then a scenic half-mile loop trail through meadow with a view of marshland, the river, and dunes. No sign-ups necessary. Weather permitting.
10:00am-12:00pm: Visit the Center for Wildlife
Join Kim for a self-guided tour at the Center for Wildlife in Cape Neddick. View their resident porcupine, owls, falcons and more as you explore the property. Limit 9 guests, but if you miss the sign-up, feel free to take your own vehicle and meet us there! Please sign up in the Activities Hallway. We'll meet in the front lobby at 10:00am. Admission: $10pp (pay when you get there). Please sign up no later than Thursday at 8am.
12:30pm-2:30pm: Trip to the Maine Classic Car Museum
Accompany Kim on a trip to Arundel to take a look at classic and vintage vehicles. Limit 9 guests, but if you miss the sign-up, feel free to take your own vehicle and meet us there! Please sign up in the Activities Hallway. We'll meet in the front lobby at 12:30pm. Admission: $12pp (pay when you get there). Please sign up no later than Thursday at 8am.
2:45pm-3:15pm: Make a Beachy Mason Jar Terrarium
Meet Kim upstairs in the Activities Center to get creative! Limit 8 guests. Please sign up in the Activities Hallway.
Anticipated Schedule *
The shuttle leaves the resort at the top of each hour.
*Shuttle does not run in inclement weather
The shuttle can seat up to 8 people.
Is the shuttle full? Here’s a helpful tip:
Drop off your family and beach gear at the Footbridge and come back to the resort to park. You can either take our shuttle to meet them, or walk. It's only 7 minutes (we timed it!).
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