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The captivating Island of Martha’s Vineyard occupies a special place in the hearts and souls of both its year-round population and diverse visitor base. Whether you’re seeking the quiet and solitude of nature, looking for a festive cultural experience, or both, Martha’s Vineyard offers it all.
The Island’s year-long calendar of events entices visitors to come back again and again—for a day trip or an extended stay. And remember, it's easy and convenient to book your Steamship Authority reservations online.
This comedy festical features the depth and breadth of current and past African American comedians, writers, promoters, club owners, and supporters.
This mulit-day film festival features fantastic films alongside food, art, and music and aattracts filmgoers from far and wide. This festival also includes memorable guest filmmakers and film subjects, workshops, theater performances, and programming for children.
In support of sailing, rowing, and maritime education on the Island.
For more than a quarter of a century Sail MV’s annual Seafood Buffet & Auction has been a highlight of the Vineyard summer season. Consider supporting the Virtual Seafood Buffet & Auction by purchasing tickets or a table. Auction items include sailing trips aboard classic local vessels.
This 2-day race is held annually on the waters of Nantucket Sound and Vineyard Sound off the Island of Martha’s Vineyard. Sail Martha’s Vineyard is the Organizing Authority and invites all to come and enjoy a great blend of sailing and fun.
The Possible Dreams Auction benefits Martha’s Vineyard Community Services. The idea for an 'unbuyable opportunities' auction was brought to Community Services by Sandy Ray, then chair of the Fundraising Committee. The Possible Dreams Auction is one of the oldest, most enduring celebrity concept auctions. The Auction Committee has raised over $8 million dollars in support of unfunded care provided by the five programs of Martha’s Vineyard Community Services.
One very special highlight of the summer season on the Oak Bluffs Campground is Grand Illumination. The famous gingerbread cottages are adorned with colorful Chinese and Japanese lanterns, and both a Community Sing and a band concert are held in the Tabernacle. Grand Illumination started in Oak Bluffs over a century ago and was initially intended as a way of marking the visit of the Governor of Massachusetts.
The Martha's Vineyard Agricultural Society was established in 1859. It promotes the pursuit of agriculture, horticulture, land conservation, youth activities, mechanic and domestic arts and encourages the raising and improving of plant and animal stock and the sale of island-grown produce and flowers at local farmers' markets.
The Society, which has over 1000 year-round and seasonal members, is perhaps best known for its annual Agricultural Fair, which attracts thousands of islanders and visitors each summer.
Kite flying and making, Frisbee games, model sailboat racing, live music, and more! All events are at Ocean Park in Oak Bluffs, MA. This is a free event with no registration fees.
Christmas in Edgartown is a weekend festival you don’t want to miss! Every year through the various events, Christmas In Edgartown helps raise over $50,000 for island-wide charities and non-profits. Come be apart of the holiday magic!
Fondly nicknamed the “Grey Lady”, Nantucket is an enticing mecca of charm and distinction. From the cobblestone streets and sea captains’ mansions of Nantucket town, to the rose-covered cottages of Sconset, to the panoramic wind-swept moors, pristine beaches and ocean vistas, you will find Nantucket to be the perfect antidote to the hectic demands of modern life.
Once the whaling capital of the New World, today the Island attracts visitors year-round with its natural tranquility, delightful traditions, fine dining, and premier cultural events. Remember, it's easy and convenient to book your Steamship Authority reservations online.
This much anticipated and beloved celebration of spring will feature the Daffodil Antique Car Show and Parade, which is composed of daffodil-bedecked cars and motorcycles, followed by a joyous tailgate picnic in beautiful Siasconset. You won’t want to miss the Children’s Beach Events, with the return of the Children's Beach Bike Parade, Daffodil Hat Pageant, Daffodil Dog Parade with NiSHa, and more!
The Nantucket Wine Festival has blossomed into one of the nation's most celebrated wine and food events. Over 30 tastemakers have come together to celebrate their specialties from exquisite wines to delectable hors d’oeuvres. Come sip, savor and experience a spectacular food and wine event on Nantucket.
The Annual Figawi Race Weekend is recognized as a top sailing event not only on the East Coast but is known nationally as well as internationally. Figawi Race Weekend kicks off the Cape Cod and Nantucket summer season. Entries include sailors from several states 240+ boats (including 30 power boats.) Over 3,000 sailors and visitors, as well as locals, attend this event.
Participants select their own threesomes, and play with a professional from the New England PGA. This special event kicks off with a cocktail party, on course golf games and auction on Sunday evening. The tournament will be played Monday morning at Sankaty Head Golf Club, followed by an awards luncheon.
All proceeds benefit the Nantucket Boys and Girls Club. If you are interested in playing in this year's tournament or sponsoring the tournament, please call 508.228.0158.
The Nantucket Book Festival is a multi-day cultural event celebrating the rich literary resources of Nantucket’s past, present and future. The Festival seeks to create and renew enthusiasm for books, connect authors and readers, encourage a love of reading and writing among young people, raise funds for literary causes, and promote Nantucket Island as an oasis and haven for the literary arts.
One of the premiere destination film festivals in the world, visitors come from all over to experience our preview screenings, signature programs, and stand out hospitality on a magical island rich with history, a friendly atmosphere, and beautiful sandy beaches.
Jetties beach is the best place in Nantucket to view fireworks and celebrate the Independence Day. Each year, families and friends set up on the beach at Jetties beach and marvel at the spectacular fireworks show, over the harbor. The amazing firework display is very popular and draws quite a crowd. Leading up to the fireworks at night, there are many activities to take part in throughout the day. A fun, annual event is the 4th of July parade through Main St. This family oriented event is highlighted by a water fight featuring local fire trucks, supplying lots of water.
Founded in 2007, the Nantucket Comedy Festival is an annual summer event that brings top comedic talent to Nantucket Island as the major fundraiser for Stand Up & Learn, an island-based, year-round comedy education program serving Nantucket's children. The Nantucket Comedy Festival envisions Nantucket as a community connected by laughter.
The Steamship Authority is proud to be the official transportation sponsor of this USAT sanctioned event. Register to compete or cheer on your favorite athlete as they swim in the waters of Nantucket Sound, and then bike and run on the beautiful island of Nantucket. Part of all proceeds benefit The Town of Nantucket Scholarship Fund.
Nantucket Race Week is nine days of regattas, awards ceremonies, and parties hosted by Nantucket Yacht Club and Great Harbor Yacht Club to benefit Nantucket Community Sailing. Nantucket Race Week is proud to be a Clean Regatta as certified by Sailors for the Sea.
Come and enjoy the annual Boston Pops on Nantucket concert to benefit Nantucket Cottage Hospital with outstanding music and fireworks in a gorgeous setting on Jetties Beach.
The Opera House Cup Regatta is a cherished tradition, held on the third Sunday of August on Nantucket. The Opera House Cup Regatta was the first all-wooden, single-hulled classic boat regatta on the East Coast, and it attracts some of the finest sailboats in the country.
