This Is the Best City to Celebrate Halloween in Maine

At baseline, our Pine Tree State is spooky, but this particular part of the state is being called the best place to celebrate the spooky season.

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With New England being so old, the history and architecture can feel eerie. Add to that the fact that Stephen King and his stories are practically synonymous with Maine. All of this makes Maine spooky, but one area seems to take it to the next level when it comes to Halloween vibes.

But how does one even determine if, or how, one city is better for Halloween than another?

HGTV's list of 'The Best Places to Celebrate Halloween in All 50 States' highlights top Halloween destinations across America, focusing on cities and towns where Halloween traditions, ghost stories, and community celebrations thrive. The selections capture the spooky, fun essence of Halloween through costume events, haunted attractions, and spooky storytelling. The list reflects places where the holiday has become ingrained in local culture, from small towns to big cities.

With that being said, which city in Maine is the best for Halloween?

According to HGTV’s list of ‘The Best Places to Celebrate Halloween in All 50 States,’ their pick for Maine is York. Here’s what they had to say about the place they consider the best spot to celebrate Halloween in Maine:

Forty-five minutes south of Portland, the historic red-sided barns and white church steeples of York, Maine, feel like a New England utopia. But their tranquil beauty belies a haunted history older than America itself.

HGTV continued with a glimpse into Historic York Village.

Founded in 1630, over 300 years of ghost stories still captivate visitors. New England Curiosities ghost tours explore haunted lighthouses, inns, and the Old York one-room schoolhouse.

What are your thoughts on York, Maine, during the Halloween season? Do you think HGTV’s choice for Maine is accurate?