Celebrate Opening Day at Saddleback on December 6th! Enjoy skiing, cozy cabins, and festive events in Rangeley, Maine. Book your winter getaway today!
Opening Day at Saddleback & Winter Fun in Rangeley
Looking for an escape during the busy holiday season? Opening Day at Saddleback Mountain on December 6th in Rangeley, Maine is the perfect way to celebrate the beginning of the winter season while enjoying some much-needed relaxation and fun. Whether you’re planning a romantic weekend for two or a family adventure, Saddleback is the perfect place for a holiday season getaway.
Saddleback has established itself as one of the top ski destinations in the East. Recognized as the Best Ski Mountain in Maine by Down East Magazine for three consecutive years and named Best of New England by the New England Ski Journal, Saddleback’s reputation continues to grow. Recently, Ski Magazine readers ranked it #2 Ski Resort on the East Coast and #4 Overall in North America. With its excellent trails and welcoming atmosphere, it’s no surprise that Saddleback attracts skiers and snowboarders from near and far.
While Opening Day at Saddleback might not bring fresh powder, it’s all about the excitement of being among the first to hit the slopes. It’s the perfect time to celebrate the start of the ski season with family and friends. We’re proud to offer our guests a special discount on lift tickets when you book your stay with us, making it even easier to enjoy a full day of skiing and snowboarding at Saddleback.
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Beyond the Slopes
Beyond skiing at Saddleback, Rangeley offers so much more to make your Opening Weekend memorable. The town is alive with seasonal charm for Rangeley’s Mountain Holly Days, and there’s no shortage of holiday events that make this time of year extra special.
- During Mountain Holly Days, Rangeley’s local businesses offer special deals, discounts, and promotions. It’s the perfect time to shop for unique holiday gifts, support local artisans, and enjoy Rangeley’s downtown.
- Breakfast with Santa: On Saturday, December 7th, join the Rangeley Firemen Ladies Auxiliary for the 3rd Annual Breakfast with Santa from 8:00-11:00 AM.
- The ECW Holiday Fair is hosted by the Episcopal Church Women at the Church of the Good Shepherd in Rangeley. This festive event takes place on December 6th & 7th from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Shop for fine gifts, Christmas crafts, handmade ornaments, fine housewares, holiday clothing, baked goods and cookie boxes—all while supporting the church’s outreach work. It’s a great place to find something special while getting into the holiday spirit.
- The Rangeley Friends of the Arts (RFA) hosts their annual Holiday Open House on Friday, December 6th from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Enjoy light refreshments, a beer/wine cash bar, and the Lakeside Contemporary Art Gallery’s current exhibit in the lobby.
- Watch A Christmas Story at the RFA Lakeside Theater! On Saturday, December 7th at 7:00 PM, enjoy the movie on the big screen while exploring the pop-up holiday market in the lobby, where you can purchase unique gifts from Historic Rangeley. All proceeds support Historic Rangeley, a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving the town’s history.
Book Your Rangeley Winter Getaway Today!
Escape the holiday rush and celebrate the start of winter by taking a vacation in Rangeley, Maine. When you book a cabin rental with us, you’ll receive a special discount on lift tickets, making it the perfect time to experience all that Rangeley has to offer. Click here to browse and book our Saddleback rentals and click here to explore all our other rental offerings.
Photo Credit: Maine Mountain Media
