9 Must-Visit Christmas Shops in Maine & New Hampshire

Maine and New Hampshire have some great Christmas shops spread throughout both states that keep the holiday spirit alive—with a few even open year round. 

Whether it’s time to update your home holiday decorations or you’re ready to amp it up to the next level with Christmas decor galore, here are 10 Christmas shops for you to stop by and visit. 

Maine Christmas Shops

• Forever Christmas at Bell Farm Shops (York, ME)
  This place has major festive vibes. Think ornaments, holiday decor, and unique gifts you won’t find anywhere else. Plus, Forever Christmas at Bell Farm Shops is festive enough to make you want to move in.
• The Christmas Shop at The Lupin Cottage (Belfast, ME)
  At The Christmas Shop at the Lupin Cottage it smells like Christmas exploded—pine, cinnamon, the whole deal. This cozy spot features unique handcrafted ornaments and decor.
• The Christmas Vacation Shop (Bar Harbor, ME)
  This one is not just another holiday store. The folks at The Christmas Vacation Shop personalize ornaments and even handcraft gifts right in the shop. 
• Danforth Pewter (Portland, ME & Portsmouth, NH)
  Looking for Christmas with a touch of class? Danforth Pewter’s handcrafted ornaments are timeless and perfect for those who want to add a little shine to their holidays.

New Hampshire Christmas Shops

• The Christmas Loft (North Conway & North Woodstock, NH)
  This is the mother of all Christmas stores—15,000 sq ft. of pure holiday magic. It’s over-the-top in the best way possible, with decorations galore. If it exists, it’s likely at The Christmas Loft. 
• The Christmas Dove (Barrington, NH)
  No, this isn’t the ginormous store from Home Alone 2, that was Duncan’s Toy Chest. However, they claim to be New England’s largest Christmas store. The Christmas Dove is a 16,000 sq ft, two-story festive haven has been around since 1973. They’ve got everything from ornaments to gifts to decor you didn’t know you needed.
• Christmas by the Sea Shoppe (Barrington, NH)
  Coastal vibes meet Christmas cheer at Christmas by the Sea Shoppe. If you want your ornaments to look like they spent the holidays on a lobster boat, this is your spot.
• Jingles Christmas Shop (Westmoreland, NH)
  In addition to everything Christmas, Jingles Christmas Shop is loaded with collectibles, handmade goods, country decor, candles and more. 
• Sand and Santa (Hampton, NH)
  Love Christmas but already missing summer? You’ll find coastal-inspired holiday decor and ornaments that bring a little sunshine to your holiday decor at Sand and Santa. 

So, whether you’re hunting for the perfect ornament, some holiday inspiration, or just a taste of Christmas magic, these Maine and New Hampshire spots are definitely worth the visit.