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2026 Kids’ Pick Awards Event

Celebrating Greater Portland’s Favorite Kid-Friendly Businesses

The Kids’ Pick Awards event is an annual celebration honoring the businesses families value most. Each year, results of the Kids’ Pick Awards are determined through a community voting process. Voting takes place during the month of February, recognizing the local businesses & organizations making a meaningful impact on childhood in and around Greater Portland, Maine. Winners are revealed live during this evening featuring music, food, connection, and the official awards presentation.

2026 Event Details

Date: Saturday, May 2, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Location: 317 Main Community Music Center, Yarmouth
Guests: Local business representatives, community leaders & supporters (Adults Only)

Attend the 2026 Kids’ Pick Awards

Join us at the 2026 Kids’ Pick Awards Event

Guests will enjoy a reception-style evening with curated food stations and space to mingle before the awards presentation. A cash bar will be available throughout the event.

👉 Purchase Tickets Here

Sponsors

The Kids’ Pick Awards is made possible thanks to the generosity and partnership of these community-minded businesses. Their support allows this event to remain community-driven while delivering a polished and meaningful experience.

Community Champions:

Goldfish Swim School – Portland

Premier learn-to-swim facility dedicated to teaching children as early as 4 months how to swim and be safer in and around the water. Offering swim lessons, family swim events, birthday parties and much more – all in a dedicated tropical facility.

The Little Gym – Scarborough

The Little Gym of Scarborough offers parent-child classes and recreational gymnastics for kids ages 4 months to 12 years. Our programs build confidence, coordination, and strength through movement, music, and Serious Fun!

Kidz Go Eco Nature School

A Nature-Based, Reggio Inspired preschool and summer camp program that entices young minds to become lifelong learners in an ever-changing world. Our nature school connects children with nature and encompassing their personal growth in areas they’re already passionate about, while fostering and delivering the most entrusted early childhood education.

Hearts of the Community:

The Growing Years Childcare

Community Supporters:

Stellar Pediatrics

Interested in Sponsoring?

Sponsorship opportunities provide meaningful visibility leading up to, during, and after the event.

Inquiries: lisa@realmainemom.com

👉 Become a Sponsor

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Kids’ Pick Awards Voting Open All of February

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