Feel the love in the Kennebunks: Paint the Town Red returns with sweet deals

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KENNEBUNK — Are you feeling the love? That’s the idea behind February’s Paint the Town Red celebration throughout Kennebunk, Kennebunkport and Arundel and - new for this year - Biddeford and Saco as well.

The month-long celebration is hosted by the Kennebunk Kennebunkport Arundel Chamber of Commerce, and this year the group has invited members of the Biddeford Saco Chamber to join in.

“We were delighted that we were able to partner with our friends at the Biddeford Saco Chamber,” said Kennebunk Kennebunkport Arundel Chamber Executive Director Laura Dolce. “It gives people even more options for places to explore and enjoy this year.”

Local retailers and restaurateurs are lit up red and are offering special "red tag deals," "red plate specials" and other romantic fun during February.
Local retailers and restaurateurs are lit up red and are offering special "red tag deals," "red plate specials" and other romantic fun during February.

Local retailers and restaurateurs are lit up red and are offering special "red tag deals," "red plate specials" and other romantic fun during February.

In addition to a heart-strewn downtown, Paint the Town Red includes special hotel packages, menus, retail sales, art workshops, wine tastings, culinary classes and pop-up dinners. “Eat, Stay & Play” specials run for the whole month of February.

Some special events include Stripers Restaurant and Sea Love Candles partnering on a Scent Blending and Dining Package, The Boathouse hosting its annual Frosted Ice Bar, the Tree Spa at Hidden Pond hosting a Galentine’s Spa Party, and Blaze Brewing Co. partnering with Heart of Biddeford for Adult Sledding and Brews.

For the full list of Paint the Town Red events and packages, visit https://gokennebunks.com/paintthetownred/.

Snow Stroll Nature Walk in Kennebunk

If you love nature and winter, you won’t want to miss the Snow Stroll Nature Walk on Feb. 17.

The event, organized by the Kennebunk Land Trust and The Boulangerie, is part of the Paint the Town Red festivities.

You can join other nature enthusiasts for a guided walk through the Mousam River Wildlife Sanctuary, a beautiful preserve that showcases the diversity of wildlife and habitats in the area. After the walk, you can warm up with a delicious treat from The Boulangerie, a local bakery that offers a variety of pastries, breads, and coffee.

The Snow Stroll Nature Walk is a family-friendly event open to all ages and skill levels. Tickets are $20 per person and include admission to the walk and a $5 gift card to The Boulangerie. To register, visit kennebunklandtrust.org.

8 ideas to Paint the Town Red in the Kennebunks

1. Take a sushi making class at Rosella KPT.

2. Dance! There will be a DJ playing house music at The Rabbit Hole every Saturday night.

3. See a show at City Theater in Biddeford. This historic theater has shows all month long.

4. Linger over a glass of wine or two (several local restaurants offer fireplaces) or pick up a special bottle and bring it home for a cozy night together.

5. Get your heart pumping out on the trails (Kennebunkport Conservation Trust, Kennebunk Land Trust and the Wells Reserve to start). Again, you gotta get cold to warm back up again with your love!

6. Visit a local art gallery: KW Contemporary Art is hosting an Apres Ski party

7. Take a painting class at The Creative Soul and paint the love of your life, your pet!

8. What does the future hold for you? Get a Tarot Card Reading at Dragon Star Creations.

This article originally appeared on Portsmouth Herald: Paint the Town Red returns to the Kennebunks with sweet deals