Maine rings in the New Year with quirky events like a sea star drop, blueberry ball drop, and live music across towns.

Maine celebrates New Year’s Eve with diverse events including an indoor beach party in Portland featuring sea creatures and a sea star drop, a quirky blueberry ball drop in Kennebunk, live music from tribute bands and Cuban ensembles, magic shows by Chris Funk in Sanford, and family-friendly performances in Gardiner. Late-night dance events in Portland showcase psychedelic rock and electronic music, while other towns offer community gatherings and concerts, many requiring tickets with varying age limits.