Things to do with kids in Lewiston & Auburn, ME
Checked · All times are local Eastern Time (Lewiston & Auburn time)
Coming up in Lewiston & Auburn: FEZtival of Trees at Kora Shrine (from Nov 20). 6 always-open places, led by Maine MILL, Pineland Farms and Thorncrag Sanctuary. Prices and hours come from each official site.
Christmas & holiday events: Santa
FEZtival of Trees at Kora Shrine
- When
- Fri, Nov 20 – Sat, Nov 28
- Schedule
- Daily except Thanksgiving Day
- Hours
- Timed 15-minute entry windows; see site for daily hours
- Cost
- Adults $6; kids under 12 free with a paying adult
- Age
- All ages
- Setting
- Indoor
More than 60 decorated trees on two floors (this year's theme is Kora Express), a craft fair and food court, and a Kids' Korner where Santa and Mrs. Claus visit as often as possible; kids can bring letters for Santa.
✓ Checked Oct 31, 2026 on the organizer's official page
Always-open family places
Most popular first: zoos, aquariums and museums, then nature spots, parks and libraries. Prices come from each official site; "Not stated" means the site doesn't list one.
Maine MILL
- Price
- Adults $15; students and 65+ $10; under 2, members, active military and veterans free; $3 with Museums for All
- Best for
- Ages 5–17+ (our guidance)
Museum of mill workers and Maine industry in a new building facing Simard-Payne Park; free parking; daily tour at 11am
✓ Price verified Oct 31, 2026 · source
Pineland Farms
- Price
- See site
- Best for
- Ages 0–17+ (our guidance)
Working farm and recreation campus in the hills of New Gloucester, about 20 minutes south of Lewiston
✓ Price verified Oct 31, 2026 · source
Thorncrag Sanctuary
- Price
- See site
- Best for
- Ages 3–17+ (our guidance)
450-acre Stanton Bird Club preserve with about 3.5 miles of trails, ponds and meadows; no dogs; parking off Montello Street
✓ Price verified Oct 31, 2026 · source
Bates College Museum of Art
- Price
- Free
- Best for
- Ages 5–17+ (our guidance)
Rotating exhibitions in Bates College's Olin Arts Center; closed between exhibitions
✓ Price verified Oct 31, 2026 · source
Lewiston Public Library
- Price
- Free
- Best for
- Ages 0–17+ (our guidance)
Baby storytime, baby sensory play and Saturday preschool playdates
✓ Price verified Oct 31, 2026 · source
Auburn Public Library
- Price
- Free
- Best for
- Ages 0–17+ (our guidance)
Tiny Tunes music and movement for babies to preschoolers, plus weekly Crafty Kids
✓ Price verified Oct 31, 2026 · source
Frequently asked questions
What is there to do with kids in Lewiston & Auburn this weekend?
Maine MILL, Pineland Farms and Thorncrag Sanctuary are open most days, but we don't have a Lewiston & Auburn event listed for this weekend (Oct 31–Nov 1). Next up: FEZtival of Trees at Kora Shrine (Nov 20).
What are free things to do with kids in Lewiston & Auburn?
These are free according to their official sites: 3 places in Lewiston & Auburn, including Bates College Museum of Art, Lewiston Public Library and Auburn Public Library.
Where can kids play indoors in Lewiston & Auburn when it's cold or snowy?
We list 4 indoor places in Lewiston & Auburn: Maine MILL (kids $10), Bates College Museum of Art (kids free), Lewiston Public Library (kids free) and Auburn Public Library (kids free).
When and where can kids see Santa in Lewiston & Auburn?
We list 1 event with Santa in Lewiston & Auburn: FEZtival of Trees at Kora Shrine (Nov 20 – Nov 28).
What are the big family attractions in Lewiston & Auburn?
The best-known family attractions we list in Lewiston & Auburn are Maine MILL (kids $10), Pineland Farms (See site) and Thorncrag Sanctuary (See site). They're listed first under always-open places.
How much do Lewiston & Auburn family attractions cost?
Prices from the official sites for 4 places in Lewiston & Auburn: Maine MILL (adult $15, kids $10), Bates College Museum of Art (free), Lewiston Public Library (free) and Auburn Public Library (free). Confirm before you go; prices change.
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