Thanksgiving weekend ushers in a whirlwind of holiday activities in the Boothbay region, including free holiday films for the whole family! Sponsored by the towns of Boothbay, Boothbay Harbor, and Southport, these movies are free, open to the public, and include free popcorn!

On Saturday, Nov. 30 at 2 p.m., join us for “How to Train Your Dragon,” a 2010 animated fantasy that follows the unlikely friendship between a young Viking named Hiccup and a dragon he names Toothless.

Produced by DreamWorks Animation and directed by Chris Sanders and Dean DeBlois, "How to Train Your Dragon" became an instant classic, known for its breathtaking animation, compelling story, and award-winning musical score by John Powell. The film earned two Oscar nominations and spawned a beloved franchise, including sequels, TV series, and an upcoming live-action adaptation. A heartwarming tale of courage, friendship, and acceptance, "How to Train Your Dragon" continues to capture the hearts of audiences around the world.

On Saturday, Dec. 7 at 1 p.m. see perennial favorite "The Polar Express" (2004). As Tom Hanks says, “It doesn’t matter where they (trains) are going, what matters is deciding to get on,” the film takes a definitive turn into becoming an adventure epic. A young child decides to board a train that takes a trip to the North Pole every Christmas in the hop of meeting Santa Claus. Director Robert Zemeckis adds tenderness to this roller-coaster ride of a train, the thrill and adrenaline are constantly offset with unrestrained emotional punches. – Ruhaan Shah, Film Companion

For families with kids, a morning ride on the North Pole Express at the Boothbay Railway Village, followed by a free movie and popcorn on the way to see Santa in the afternoon on the Boothbay Common  on Nov. 30 or arriving by boat in the Harbor on Dec. 7, makes for perfect, exciting holiday fun!