Events for June
30th








11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00






5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Artist in Residence Art Talk with Sherre Wilson-LiljegrenExpired
Artists Association Visual Arts Center





Events for July
1st










11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
















7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Special free screening: Can’t Look Away with filmmaker conversation to followExpired
Nantucket Dreamland Theater




Events for July
2nd










11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00


















Events for July
3rd








10:00 am - 11:30 am
Close Looking: An Introduction to Scientific IllustrationExpired
MMA Research Center





11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00















Events for July
4th




10:15 am
Community event: Spotlight on Democracy panel featuring Chris Matthews, Susan Glasser, and Peter Baker in conversation with Peter Panchy (free with ticket)Expired
Nantucket Dreamland Theater




11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00












Events for July
5th












10:30 am - 11:30 am
Русский клуб для детей и родителей! Russian Club for Kids and Parents!Expired
Nantucket Atheneum




11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00






6:00 pm
Dreamland Conversations: Elin Hilderbrand with CNN’s Kaitlan CollinsExpired
Nantucket Dreamland Theater





Events for July
6th








11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00









6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Dreamland Comedy x Nantucket Crisps present: Jeremy PivenExpired
Nantucket Dreamland Theater

Events for July
7th









11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00








8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Dreamland Concert Series x Nantucket Crisps present: Flatland Cavalry’s Cleto Cordero and Kaitlin ButtsExpired
Nantucket Dreamland Theater


Events for July
8th
Tim Ehrenberg of Tim Talks Books in conversationExpired
The Nantucket Hotel








10:00 am - 5:30 pm
Celebrating Lucille Jordan: A Life in Color The Inaugural Exhibition of Her WatercolorsExpired
Susan Lister Locke





11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00

















7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Dance Festival – Live Through the Looking Glass : Cocktail ReceptionExpired
Nantucket Dreamland Theater




Events for July
9th








10:00 am - 5:30 pm
Celebrating Lucille Jordan: A Life in Color The Inaugural Exhibition of Her WatercolorsExpired
Susan Lister Locke



11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Book Signing with Elin Hilderbrand & Chris WhitakerExpired
Mitchell's Book Corner

11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00




















Events for July
10th












10:00 am - 5:30 pm
Celebrating Lucille Jordan: A Life in Color The Inaugural Exhibition of Her WatercolorsExpired
Susan Lister Locke




11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00





















Events for July
11th






9:30 am - 10:30 am
Summer Learning Lab Series: Leadership Coaching with Jeanne EstiExpired
MMA Research Center


10:00 am - 5:30 pm
Celebrating Lucille Jordan: A Life in Color The Inaugural Exhibition of Her WatercolorsExpired
Susan Lister Locke





11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00









5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Lecture: Botany Talk “Hint’s of Nantucket In North Carolina”Expired
Nantucket Atheneum














Events for July
12th











10:00 am - 5:30 pm
Celebrating Lucille Jordan: A Life in Color The Inaugural Exhibition of Her WatercolorsExpired
Susan Lister Locke




10:30 am - 11:30 am
Русский клуб для детей и родителей! Russian Club for Kids and Parents!Expired
Nantucket Atheneum





11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00















Events for July
13th






10:00 am - 5:30 pm
Celebrating Lucille Jordan: A Life in Color The Inaugural Exhibition of Her WatercolorsExpired
Susan Lister Locke



11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00











Events for July
14th









10:00 am - 5:30 pm
Celebrating Lucille Jordan: A Life in Color The Inaugural Exhibition of Her WatercolorsExpired
Susan Lister Locke





11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00





4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Painting Pottery & Working with Clay with Barnaby’s NantucketExpired
Barnaby's Toy & Art Shack
$58.00



5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Artist in Residence Art Talk with Anthony PadulaExpired
Artists Association Visual Arts Center


5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Nantucket Musical Arts Society: Meet the Artist – Curtis on TourExpired
Nantucket Atheneum




8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Dreamland Concert Series x Nantucket Crisps present: Josiah and the BonnevillesExpired
Nantucket Dreamland Theater


Events for July
15th












10:00 am - 5:30 pm
Celebrating Lucille Jordan: A Life in Color The Inaugural Exhibition of Her WatercolorsExpired
Susan Lister Locke







11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00











4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Nantucket Land & Water Council’s 9th Annual State of the Harbor ForumExpired
Great Harbor Yacht Club



5:30 pm - 6:45 pm
Dreamland Concert Series: Five O’Clock Shadow (Boston’s top a cappella group!)Expired
Nantucket Dreamland Theater











Events for July
16th













11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Book Signing with Elin Hilderbrand & Jessica MerchantExpired
Mitchell's Book Corner

11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00





















Events for July
17th











10:00 am - 11:30 am
Close Looking: An Introduction to Scientific IllustrationExpired
MMA Research Center





11:00 am - 12:00 pm
How to Use Library Apps: Tips from the Circulation TeamExpired
Nantucket Atheneum

11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00













5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Dreamland Stage Company Presents: Singing in the Rain Jr.Expired
Nantucket Dreamland Theater














9:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Dreamland Concert Series x Nantucket Crisps present: Cheat CodesExpired
Nantucket Dreamland Theater
Events for July
18th











10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Historic Ceramic Transferware: Pet Bowls with Mary Emery LacoursiereExpired
1800 House



11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00









5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Dreamland Stage Company Presents: Singing in the Rain Jr.Expired
Nantucket Dreamland Theater









Events for July
19th

















11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00







5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Dreamland Stage Company Presents: Singing in the Rain Jr.Expired
Nantucket Dreamland Theater








Events for July
20th







10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Dreamland Stage Company Presents: Singing in the Rain Jr.Expired
Nantucket Dreamland Theater

11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00









5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Dreamland Stage Company Presents: Singing in the Rain Jr.Expired
Nantucket Dreamland Theater






Events for July
21st


All Day
Old Fashioned New England Clambakes with Live Music, Family Experiences, Al Fresco Dining & Island CharmExpired
The Nantucket Hotel












11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00








5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Nantucket Musical Arts Society: Meet the Artists: Yevgeny Kutik, violin, with pianist Max LevinsonExpired
Nantucket Atheneum






Events for July
22nd


All Day
Old Fashioned New England Clambakes with Live Music, Family Experiences, Al Fresco Dining & Island CharmExpired
The Nantucket Hotel


9:00 am - 11:00 am
Folger’s Marsh Kayak Tour with Nantucket Conservation FoundationExpired
Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum







9:30 am - 10:30 am
Nantucket Beach Scenes! with Barnaby’s NantucketExpired
Barnaby's Toy & Art Shack
$58.00









11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Minecraft Madness with Barnaby’s NantucketExpired
Barnaby's Toy & Art Shack
$58.00

11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00















4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Sailor’s Valentines x Resin! with Barnaby’s NantucketExpired
Barnaby's Toy & Art Shack
$58.00




5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Lecture: Nantucket Threads: How the NHA Turned Me Into a Textile HistorianExpired
Nantucket Whaling Museum




6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Dreamland Comedy x Nantucket Crisps present: Rob SchneiderExpired
Nantucket Dreamland Theater





Events for July
23rd



All Day
Old Fashioned New England Clambakes with Live Music, Family Experiences, Al Fresco Dining & Island CharmExpired
The Nantucket Hotel






9:30 am - 10:30 am
Finger Painting Madness! with Barnaby’s NantucketExpired
Barnaby's Toy & Art Shack
$58.00





11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00





















7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
The Power of Creativity: A Journey Through Storytelling, Exploration, and Hope with Kike CalvoExpired
Nantucket Atheneum

Events for July
24th

All Day
Old Fashioned New England Clambakes with Live Music, Family Experiences, Al Fresco Dining & Island CharmExpired
The Nantucket Hotel

















11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Harry Potter Palooza! with Barnaby’s NantucketExpired
Barnaby's Toy & Art Shack
$58.00

11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00














MMA Stargazer GalaExpired






Events for July
25th

All Day
Old Fashioned New England Clambakes with Live Music, Family Experiences, Al Fresco Dining & Island CharmExpired
The Nantucket Hotel







9:30 am - 10:30 am
Unicorn or Dinosaur Habitats! with Barnaby’s NantucketExpired
Barnaby's Toy & Art Shack
$58.00






11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00





4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Fairy House Wonderlands! with Barnaby’s NantucketExpired
Barnaby's Toy & Art Shack
$58.00















8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Dreamland Concert Series x Nantucket Crisps present: Chelsea CutlerExpired
Nantucket Dreamland Theater


Events for July
26th






All Day
Old Fashioned New England Clambakes with Live Music, Family Experiences, Al Fresco Dining & Island CharmExpired
The Nantucket Hotel
















11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Patches x Bags + Beading! with Barnaby’s NantucketExpired
Barnaby's Toy & Art Shack
$58.00


11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00



















Events for July
27th



All Day
Old Fashioned New England Clambakes with Live Music, Family Experiences, Al Fresco Dining & Island CharmOngoing
The Nantucket Hotel







11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00







4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Dreamland Conversations: The Wall Street Journal’s editor in chief Emma TuckerExpired
Nantucket Dreamland Theater








Events for July
28th

All Day
Old Fashioned New England Clambakes with Live Music, Family Experiences, Al Fresco Dining & Island Charm
The Nantucket Hotel







9:30 am - 10:30 am
Ages 2-6: Creative Collage with Barnaby’s Nantucket
Barnaby's Toy & Art Shack
$58.00




11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of Nantucket
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00







4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Sailor’s Valentines x Resin! with Barnaby’s Nantucket
Barnaby's Toy & Art Shack
$58.00


5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Artist in Residence Art Talk with Dean Fisher
Artists Association Visual Arts Center


5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Nantucket Musical Arts Society: Meet the Artists: William and Catherine Hudgins, clarinet duo, with pianist Jung-A Bang
Nantucket Atheneum




8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Dreamland Concert Series x Nantucket Crisps present: Vanessa Carlton
Nantucket Dreamland Theater


Events for July
29th


All Day
Old Fashioned New England Clambakes with Live Music, Family Experiences, Al Fresco Dining & Island Charm
The Nantucket Hotel














11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of Nantucket
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00

















5:30 pm
Lecture: Shipwreck and Scrimshaw: the 1846 Earl of Eglinton Disaster and the “Ewer” Tooth with Michael Harrison
Nantucket Whaling Museum










Events for July
30th



All Day
Old Fashioned New England Clambakes with Live Music, Family Experiences, Al Fresco Dining & Island Charm
The Nantucket Hotel










11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Art Deco Cream Jewelry Cake Box, Mirror, & Frame Decorating! with Barnaby’s Nantucket
Barnaby's Toy & Art Shack
$58.00

11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of Nantucket
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00




















7:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Self-Love Revolution for Women: Embracing Your Worth Unapologetically
Nantucket Atheneum


Events for July
31st


All Day
Old Fashioned New England Clambakes with Live Music, Family Experiences, Al Fresco Dining & Island Charm
The Nantucket Hotel

















11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of Nantucket
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00









4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Paint & Decoupage Seashells & Frames! with Barnaby’s Nantucket
Barnaby's Toy & Art Shack
$58.00













Events for August
1st

All Day
Old Fashioned New England Clambakes with Live Music, Family Experiences, Al Fresco Dining & Island Charm
The Nantucket Hotel














11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Patches x Bags + Beading! with Barnaby’s Nantucket
Barnaby's Toy & Art Shack
$58.00

11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of Nantucket
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00



1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Maria Mitchell’s Birthday Party & Vestal Observatory Opening Reception
Loines Observatory











6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
FILM: Nantucket’s Historic Coloured Cemetery- Stories Told By Nantucketers
Nantucket Atheneum





Events for August
2nd



All Day
Old Fashioned New England Clambakes with Live Music, Family Experiences, Al Fresco Dining & Island Charm
The Nantucket Hotel









9:30 am - 10:30 am
Painting Pottery & Working with Clay with Barnaby’s Nantucket
Barnaby's Toy & Art Shack
$58.00












11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of Nantucket
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00

















Events for August
3rd

5:00 am - 6:20 pm
Wavemaker x Dreamland Present: An Insider’s Middle East Briefing with Robert Malley
Nantucket Dreamland Theater



All Day
Old Fashioned New England Clambakes with Live Music, Family Experiences, Al Fresco Dining & Island Charm
The Nantucket Hotel







10:30 am - 11:30 am
Paint your Own Squishies! with Barnaby’s Nantucket
Barnaby's Toy & Art Shack
$58.00


11:15 am - 2:45 pm
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of Nantucket
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00















July 2025
Sunday Brunch with Complimentary Kids ClubExpired
Complimentary Kids Club from 10 AM – 12 Noon Let us treat the kids while you savor a relaxing brunch! Children ages 3+ (and potty trained) will enjoy: *Games and supervised fun *A special kid-friendly brunch menu *Fire truck rides *Keepsake photos in our nostalgic photo booth trailer
27 Jul, 2025
7:30 am - 2:00 pm
The Nantucket Hotel
77 Easton Street
Nantucket Bird Walk with Ginger AndrewsExpired
Explore Nantucket’s birdy landscapes and hidden nooks with local bird guide and Inquirer and Mirror columnist, Ginger Andrews. With so many varied habitats so close together, the Island is a great place to look and listen for birds. Our location out at sea makes for a fascinating mix of migratory species and year-round residents. Dry […]
27 Jul, 2025
7:45 am - 10:00 am
Old Fashioned New England Clambakes with Live Music, Family Experiences, Al Fresco Dining & Island CharmOngoing
Located at the historic Nantucket Hotel, steps from the cobblestones of Main Street, our restaurants are the perfect place to gather for a timeless Nantucket dining experience. Perfect for gathering with friends and family, enjoy a casual, relaxed atmosphere with your choice of seating on the picturesque front porch at Sailor’s Valentine, at the bar, […]
27 Jul, 2025
All Day
The Nantucket Hotel
77 Easton Street
Guided Tour of Coskata-Coatue Wildlife RefugeExpired
Join our expert guides on this over-sand vehicle beach tour and learn about the fascinating flora and fauna at Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge. Experience beautiful and unique habitats including salt marshes, the barrier beach system, and the marine environment. Learn how sea level rise and more frequent and severe storms threaten the integrity of this rare […]
27 Jul, 2025
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Wauwinet Gatehouse
111 Wauwinet Road
Nantucket by Water Whaling History TourExpired
Learn what life was like in the late 1800’s during the Whaling Era, and see some remaining historic landmarks. Call 508-228-7037 or book online nantucketbywater.com
27 Jul, 2025
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Nantucket by Water
Straight Wharf, Slip #1011
Endeavor Sailing Excursions with Captain JimExpired
Learn Nantucket’s maritime history & see waterfront sights. Reservations encouraged. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Tickets at 508-228-5585 or EndeavorSailing.com. Repeated at 1:30 & 3:30 pm.
27 Jul, 2025
10:00 am
Nantucket by Water Oyster Farm TourExpired
Cruise Up Harbor to a working Oyster Farm and see how Oysters are grown and why they are so beneficial to Nantucket Harbor Call 508-228-7037 or book online nantucketbywater.com
27 Jul, 2025
10:30 am - 1:00 pm
Nantucket by Water
Straight Wharf, Slip #1011
Book Signing with Doreen BurlissExpired
Meet the author of Blame it on Nantucket
27 Jul, 2025
10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Mitchell's Book Corner
54 Main Street
Slime Madness! with Barnaby’s NantucketExpired
Who doesn’t love Slime! Get ready for all things messy! Your child will enjoy making their own batch of slime using color changing pigments to color their slime. They’ll also use a variety of add-ins from sprinkles, glitter, charms, gummy bears, to much more! Your child will learn the true science behind Slime making ensuring […]
27 Jul, 2025
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Barnaby's Toy & Art Shack
12 Oak Street
$58.00
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of NantucketExpired
Join friendly & knowledgeable guides for a 75-minute tour of the historic sites in Nantucket Town, Sconset, & more. See The Oldest House, The Old Windmill, Sconset Village, Sankaty Head Lighthouse & more. Tour departs daily at 11:15, 1:00, and 2:45. Tickets $45. Book at 42 Straight Wharf, on line at nantucketbustours.com or at 508-228-0334.
27 Jul, 2025
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
Nantucket by Water Harbor Tour & Ice Cream CruiseExpired
Relax on this narrated tour of the inner harbor while you enjoy ice cream with friends & family. Departs again at 1, 2:25, & 4 pm. Call 508-228-7037 or book online nantucketbywater.com
27 Jul, 2025
11:15 am - 4:00 pm
Nantucket by Water
Straight Wharf, Slip #1011
Live Music at Cisco Brewers: Miss FairchildExpired
Live music at Cisco! Head out to the brewery at 5 Bartlett Farm Road for a pint or two and enjoy live local bands. Tables are first-come, first-served: no reservations. Ciscobrewers.com
27 Jul, 2025
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Cisco Brewers
5 Bartlett Farm Rd
The 3rd Annual Nantucket Car ShowExpired
Rev up for the 3rd Annual Nantucket Car Show on July 27, 2025! Enjoy an afternoon of classic, import, muscle, and motorcycle showcases, plus food trucks, live music, and games. Free for the public from 1–4 PM behind NES/NIS, with a cruise kicking off at 5 PM. Fun, fast, and family-friendly! Vehicle Registration: Cars: $35 […]
27 Jul, 2025
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Nantucket Walkabout – Polpis HarborExpired
Although Polpis Harbor is part of Nantucket Harbor, with its own narrow channel leading into it and two distinct coves or, lobes, this former kettle hole definitely feels like its own small harbor with a mooring field in its east lobe and a few boats in its west cove. Native Americans living around it spelled […]
27 Jul, 2025
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Elin Hilderbrand Blue Book TourExpired
This new tour is straight from the pages of Elin’s ultimate “Must See, Can’t Miss, Won’t Forget” guide to Nantucket, The Blue Book. Led by Elin’s sister, Heather Thorpe, this tour highlights Elin’s favorite shops, restaurants, & beaches, & showcases island spots prominent in her novels. Tickets $100. Book at 42 Straight Wharf, on line […]
27 Jul, 2025
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
42 Straight Wharf
Live Music at Cisco Brewers: Steve RondoExpired
Live music at Cisco! Head out to the brewery at 5 Bartlett Farm Road for a pint or two and enjoy live local bands. Tables are first-come, first-served: no reservations. Ciscobrewers.com
27 Jul, 2025
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Cisco Brewers
5 Bartlett Farm Rd
Dreamland Conversations: The Wall Street Journal’s editor in chief Emma TuckerExpired
Join us at The Dreamland Sunday, July 27th at 4pm for a new addition to our long-running Conversations series featuring The Wall Street Journal’s editor in chief Emma Tucker, who’ll sit down for a wide-ranging conversation with Nantucket Magazine’s publisher Bruce Percelay.
27 Jul, 2025
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Nantucket Dreamland Theater
17 South Water Street
Million Dollar QuartetOngoing
The Tony Award-nominated musical Million Dollar Quartet is set on December 4, 1956, when an extraordinary twist of fate brought Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley together at Sun Records in Memphis for what would be one of the greatest jam sessions ever. Million Dollar Quartet brings that legendary December night […]
27 Jul, 2025
5:00 pm - 7:15 pm
Bennett Hall
62 Centre Street
Nantucket by Water Cocktail CruiseExpired
Escape the summer crowds & enjoy breathtaking views as you cruise around Nantucket Harbor with family & friends. On board music. BYOB. Book at nantucketbywater.com or 508-228-7037.
27 Jul, 2025
5:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Nantucket by Water
Straight Wharf, Slip #1011
Beginner Ukulele Drop InExpired
No Instrument? No Problem! Ukuleles available.
27 Jul, 2025
5:30 pm - 6:15 pm
Nantucket Community Music Center Parlor
56 Centre Street
Sunday Dinner with Supervised Kids ClubOngoing
End your weekend on a high note! Parents can enjoy dinner in the Breezeway or on our front porch while kids have their own night of fun in the Ballroom. Children ages 3+ (and potty trained) will enjoy: *A supervised buffet dinner *Cookie decorating *A movie with bean bag chairs
27 Jul, 2025
5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
The Nantucket Hotel
77 Easton Street
$50.00
Nantucket Walkabout – Smith’s Point SunsetOngoing
Smith’s Point is a treat whenever you can get out there. Jutting out into the channel between Madaket Harbor and Tuckernuck Island, Smith’s Point alternates between including Esther’s Island, so named when Hurricane Esther in September 1961 cleaved off half of Smith’s Point from the rest of Nantucket. Although we islanders still refer to Esther’s […]
27 Jul, 2025
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Sunday Night Concerts on Children’s BandstandOngoing
Live Music
27 Jul, 2025
6:00 pm - 7:15 pm
Children's Beach Band Stand
Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor
Enjoy a stunning sunset from the water. Reservations at EndeavorSailing.com or 508-228-5585. Departs from Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Departure times change as time of sunset changes.
27 Jul, 2025
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Slip #1015
Straight Wharf
Nantucket by Water Sunset Cruise
Nothing beats a Nantucket Sunset. Grab a favorite beverage & snacks and c’mon aboard for one of the best shows in town! Departure time will vary with sunset. Call 508-228-7037 or book online nantucketbywater.com
27 Jul, 2025
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Nantucket by Water
Straight Wharf, Slip #1011
Old Fashioned New England Clambakes with Live Music, Family Experiences, Al Fresco Dining & Island Charm
Located at the historic Nantucket Hotel, steps from the cobblestones of Main Street, our restaurants are the perfect place to gather for a timeless Nantucket dining experience. Perfect for gathering with friends and family, enjoy a casual, relaxed atmosphere with your choice of seating on the picturesque front porch at Sailor’s Valentine, at the bar, […]
28 Jul, 2025
All Day
The Nantucket Hotel
77 Easton Street
Nantucket Walkabout – Lost Farm Sanctuary
Just under half of Nantucket’s farms existed on the western half of the island. Around 1850, when Nantucket boasted nearly 100 produce, dairy, poultry and cattle farms all over the island and Tuckernuck Island, there were around 20 farms along Hummock Pond Road and in this vicinity. Some of this farmland included the conservation land […]
28 Jul, 2025
8:00 am - 10:00 am
Nantucket Walkabout – Beechwood Farm Loop
A microcosm of the adjacent 6,700-acre Middle Moors, the Nantucket Islands Land Bank’s Beechwood Farm property in Polpis shares almost all of the elements of the maritime or, coastal heathlands habitat surrounding it. Upland meadows are dotted with native tree species including black cherry and various oaks including their shrub cousin, scrub oak, and Eastern […]
28 Jul, 2025
8:00 am - 10:00 am
Marine Ecology Field Trip
What sea creatures live in the Nantucket Harbor? Find out as you help to collect, identify, and release fish, crabs, shrimp, and other marine creatures with our huge seine net. The Harbor is filled with interesting animals that will amaze you in their shapes, colors, and habits. This program is designed to be interesting for […]
28 Jul, 2025
8:30 am - 10:00 am
Feeding Frenzy at MMA Aquarium
Join MMA Aquarists and staff as they feed the ever-hungry creatures at the Aquarium before it opens to the public. You will learn all about the fascinating marine animals as you observe their unique feeding behaviors. This is a great way to learn about the diverse marine animals in the Nantucket Harbor and beyond. This program […]
28 Jul, 2025
9:00 am - 9:45 am
Maria Mitchell Aquarium
28 Washington St.
Ravenous Reptiles
Join MMA staff on a tour as they feed the hungry animals at the Natural Science Museum! Learn about the unique adaptations of turtles, frogs, snakes, and more at the MMA Natural Science Museum! You will get to learn about and interact with several of the MMA Natural Science Museum educational animals. This is a […]
28 Jul, 2025
9:00 am - 9:45 am
MMA Natural Science Museum
7 Milk St.
Sailors’ Valentine with Sandi Blanda
In this 4 day workshop, learn to recreate these souvenirs of the Caribbean favored by Nantucket whalemen during the nineteenth century. Participants will be provided with a beautifully handcrafted mahogany box and a variety of colored shells. All tools and glues will be provided, along with complete instructions necessary to construct this distinctive keepsake and […]
28 Jul, 2025
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
1800 House
4 Mill Street
Ages 2-6: Creative Collage with Barnaby’s Nantucket
During this class, our barnaby’s minis will get to discover, explore, and create using a variety of mixed media materials from drawing, painting, to collage, creating take-home works of art! (Ages 2-6)
28 Jul, 2025
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Barnaby's Toy & Art Shack
12 Oak Street
$58.00
Endeavor Sailing Excursions with Captain Jim
Learn Nantucket’s maritime history & see waterfront sights. Reservations encouraged. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Tickets at 508-228-5585 or EndeavorSailing.com. Repeated at 1:30 & 3:30 pm.
28 Jul, 2025
10:00 am
Nantucket by Water Oyster Farm Tour
Cruise Up Harbor to a working Oyster Farm and see how Oysters are grown and why they are so beneficial to Nantucket Harbor Call 508-228-7037 or book online nantucketbywater.com
28 Jul, 2025
10:30 am - 1:00 pm
Nantucket by Water
Straight Wharf, Slip #1011
The Quiet Table
The Quiet Table is designed for anyone who needs to do deep work—tasks requiring undivided focus, such as studying, reading, writing, or simply doing your taxes. One of the key principles behind the session is the concept of body doubling, where having others present and working alongside you helps maintain focus. The presence of other people provides a […]
28 Jul, 2025
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Nantucket Atheneum
1 India St, Nantucket, MA
Minecraft Madness with Barnaby’s Nantucket
This new Barnaby’s class is sure to be a hit! In the spirit of A Minecraft Movie, children will enjoy creating and painting wooden swords, sculpting a Chicken Jockey, and making Dynamite Sticks!
28 Jul, 2025
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Barnaby's Toy & Art Shack
12 Oak Street
$58.00
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of Nantucket
Join friendly & knowledgeable guides for a 75-minute tour of the historic sites in Nantucket Town, Sconset, & more. See The Oldest House, The Old Windmill, Sconset Village, Sankaty Head Lighthouse & more. Tour departs daily at 11:15, 1:00, and 2:45. Tickets $45. Book at 42 Straight Wharf, on line at nantucketbustours.com or at 508-228-0334.
28 Jul, 2025
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
Nantucket by Water Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise
Relax on this narrated tour of the inner harbor while you enjoy ice cream with friends & family. Departs again at 1, 2:25, & 4 pm. Call 508-228-7037 or book online nantucketbywater.com
28 Jul, 2025
11:15 am - 4:00 pm
Nantucket by Water
Straight Wharf, Slip #1011
The Westender Tour with Nantucket Island Tours
The Westender Tour covers historic sites in Town then heads West to the Village of Madaket. After that exploration, enjoy stops at Bartlett’s Ocean View Farm plus a stop at Cisco Brewery where you can enjoy libations & the food vendors. The overall experience lasts about two and a half hours. Tickets $85. Book at 42 Straight […]
28 Jul, 2025
11:45 am - 3:15 pm
42 Straight Wharf
$75.00
Nantucket Walkabout – Shawkemo Hills
Shawkemo Hills offers a hiking experience through a portion of the island dramatically shaped by the last glacier to cover most of North America. From a high spot on this hike, see and learn about the formation of Coatue, Great Point, the Haulover, Nantucket Harbor and inner harbor shores. And from a low spot along […]
28 Jul, 2025
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Bug Bonanza
What insects and small creatures live in the grasses, flowers, and trees of Nantucket? Find out as you adventure with MMA Natural Science Museum staff to collect insects like a scientist and learn about the incredible traits and behaviors of all the creates we catch and release. We will also identify the insects, and then […]
28 Jul, 2025
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Mill Hill Park
Nourish Nantucket: Thought for Food
Join Nourish Nantucket for its first summer series “Thought for Food.” Each program will provide an update on Nourish Nantucket’s work to end food insecurity with its network of partners and a short presentation from a guest speaker in the food sector. In July, we are honored to host Merrick Carreiro, Food Equity Director of Island Grown […]
28 Jul, 2025
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Nantucket Atheneum
1 India St, Nantucket, MA
Live Music at Cisco Brewers: Bonus Cat
Live music at Cisco! Head out to the brewery at 5 Bartlett Farm Road for a pint or two and enjoy live local bands. Tables are first-come, first-served: no reservations. Ciscobrewers.com
28 Jul, 2025
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Cisco Brewers
5 Bartlett Farm Rd
Sailor’s Valentines x Resin! with Barnaby’s Nantucket
This popular “Nantucket” shell craft dates as far back as the 1830’s. Sailors would head out on their years’ long voyages, returning home from sea with a Sailor’s Valentine for their loved ones. Children will enjoy making these decorative pieces with a variety of tiny shells: designing boxes, wall hangings, ornaments, or trays! Kids will […]
28 Jul, 2025
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Barnaby's Toy & Art Shack
12 Oak Street
$58.00
Nantucket by Water Cocktail Cruise
Escape the summer crowds & enjoy breathtaking views as you cruise around Nantucket Harbor with family & friends. On board music. BYOB. Book at nantucketbywater.com or 508-228-7037.
28 Jul, 2025
5:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Nantucket by Water
Straight Wharf, Slip #1011
Artist in Residence Art Talk with Dean Fisher
Join Artists in Residence, Dean Fisher for an evening discussion and presentation about her process and inspiration.
28 Jul, 2025
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Artists Association Visual Arts Center
24 Amelia Drive
Artist in Residence Art Talk with Dean Fisher
Join Artists in Residence, Dean Fisher for an evening discussion and presentation about her process and inspiration.
28 Jul, 2025
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Federal Gallery
8 Federal Street
Nantucket Musical Arts Society: Meet the Artists: William and Catherine Hudgins, clarinet duo, with pianist Jung-A Bang
Join us for a free and informal meet & greet with the talented artists before their concerts the following day. Featuring William and Catherine Hudgins, clarinet duo, with pianist Jung-A Bang Hosted by the Nantucket Musical Arts Society
28 Jul, 2025
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Nantucket Atheneum
1 India St, Nantucket, MA
Head of the Plains Sunset Walk
Come for a walk at dusk with us out on one of Nantucket’s most extraordinary conservation properties to experience a unique island ecosystem painted with vibrant, waning sunlight, maybe catch a moonrise and see the stars in darker skies at sea. Book at WalkNantucket.com
28 Jul, 2025
6:15 pm
Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor
Enjoy a stunning sunset from the water. Reservations at EndeavorSailing.com or 508-228-5585. Departs from Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Departure times change as time of sunset changes.
28 Jul, 2025
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Slip #1015
Straight Wharf
Nantucket by Water Sunset Cruise
Nothing beats a Nantucket Sunset. Grab a favorite beverage & snacks and c’mon aboard for one of the best shows in town! Departure time will vary with sunset. Call 508-228-7037 or book online nantucketbywater.com
28 Jul, 2025
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Nantucket by Water
Straight Wharf, Slip #1011
Dreamland Concert Series x Nantucket Crisps present: Vanessa Carlton
Presented by Nantucket Crisps and underwritten by The Beachside Hotel (book here) and Rosaluna mezcal. Join us for this very special evening at The Dreamland! Vanessa Carlton is coming to the main stage Monday, July 28th for a one-of-a-kind concert. Tickets are on sale now, so get the best seats before they’re gone!
28 Jul, 2025
8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Nantucket Dreamland Theater
17 South Water Street
Open Night: Stargazing at Loines Observatory
Join our professional astronomers for Stargazing Open Nights at Loines Observatory. Get a chance to view an impressive tour of Nantucket’s night sky. The MMA will host varying time sessions of Open Night Stargazing from June 9 through August 30. Please see our calendar for days and times. MMA staff will guide you in viewing […]
28 Jul, 2025
9:00 pm - 9:45 pm
Loines Observatory
59 Milk Street Extension
Open Night: Stargazing at Loines Observatory
Join our professional astronomers for Stargazing Open Nights at Loines Observatory. Get a chance to view an impressive tour of Nantucket’s night sky. The MMA will host varying time sessions of Open Night Stargazing from June 9 through August 30. Please see our calendar for days and times. MMA staff will guide you in viewing […]
28 Jul, 2025
10:00 pm - 10:45 pm
Loines Observatory
59 Milk Street Extension
Nantucket Walkabout – Gardner Farm-Lost Farm Loop
Gardner Farm and Lost Farm sit stacked one former farming property on top of the other along the eastern shore of Hummock Pond walking distance from Hummock Pond Road. The Gardner Farm Preserve, as it’s formally called by its owner, the Nantucket Islands Land Bank, to the south and immediately north abutting this magnificent network […]
29 Jul, 2025
8:00 am - 10:00 am
Old Fashioned New England Clambakes with Live Music, Family Experiences, Al Fresco Dining & Island Charm
Located at the historic Nantucket Hotel, steps from the cobblestones of Main Street, our restaurants are the perfect place to gather for a timeless Nantucket dining experience. Perfect for gathering with friends and family, enjoy a casual, relaxed atmosphere with your choice of seating on the picturesque front porch at Sailor’s Valentine, at the bar, […]
29 Jul, 2025
All Day
The Nantucket Hotel
77 Easton Street
Feeding Frenzy at MMA Aquarium
Join MMA Aquarists and staff as they feed the ever-hungry creatures at the Aquarium before it opens to the public. You will learn all about the fascinating marine animals as you observe their unique feeding behaviors. This is a great way to learn about the diverse marine animals in the Nantucket Harbor and beyond. This program […]
29 Jul, 2025
9:00 am - 9:45 am
Maria Mitchell Aquarium
28 Washington St.
Ravenous Reptiles
Join MMA staff on a tour as they feed the hungry animals at the Natural Science Museum! Learn about the unique adaptations of turtles, frogs, snakes, and more at the MMA Natural Science Museum! You will get to learn about and interact with several of the MMA Natural Science Museum educational animals. This is a […]
29 Jul, 2025
9:00 am - 9:45 am
MMA Natural Science Museum
7 Milk St.
Marine Storytime
Enjoy this program designed for the young aquatic in your family! During each session, a MMA educator will read a marine or science themed book, introduce you to one of the MMA’s animal friends, and will finish up with an activity related to the story. This is a reoccurring program, but the specific focus and […]
29 Jul, 2025
9:15 am - 10:00 am
Kids’ Metal Detecting with Nikoline Bohr
Join expert metal detectorist Nikoline Bohr for an exciting, hands-on adventure designed just for kids! This one-hour beachside program invites young explorers to learn the basics of metal detecting in a fun and engaging way. Participants will discover how to use a metal detector, all while searching for hidden treasures on the beautiful shores of […]
29 Jul, 2025
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Clay Creations! with Barnaby’s Nantucket
Working with clay is always a favorite! During this class your child will learn various sculpting techniques while creating bowls, summer ornaments, and much more. (Ages 2-6)
29 Jul, 2025
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Barnaby's Toy & Art Shack
12 Oak Street
$58.00
Music in the Morning
Join us every Tuesday morning at the Nantucket Atheneum Garden for Music in the Morning! Led by local musician and teacher Cory Morgan, this fun-filled 45-minute session invites kids to explore rhythm, sound, and song through clapping, instrument play, and musical games. Perfect for toddlers to early elementary—and open to all! Don’t forget to bring […]
29 Jul, 2025
9:45 am - 10:30 am
Nantucket Atheneum
1 India St, Nantucket, MA
Endeavor Sailing Excursions with Captain Jim
Learn Nantucket’s maritime history & see waterfront sights. Reservations encouraged. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Tickets at 508-228-5585 or EndeavorSailing.com. Repeated at 1:30 & 3:30 pm.
29 Jul, 2025
10:00 am
Nantucket by Water Oyster Farm Tour
Cruise Up Harbor to a working Oyster Farm and see how Oysters are grown and why they are so beneficial to Nantucket Harbor Call 508-228-7037 or book online nantucketbywater.com
29 Jul, 2025
10:30 am - 1:00 pm
Nantucket by Water
Straight Wharf, Slip #1011
Nature Storytime
Enjoy this program designed for the young explorer in your family! During each session, a MMA educator will read a nature or science themed book, introduce you to one of the MMA’s animal friends, and will finish up with an activity related to the story. This is a recurring program, but the specific focus and […]
29 Jul, 2025
11:00 am - 11:45 am
MMA Natural Science Museum
7 Milk St.
$10.00
Kids’ Metal Detecting with Nikoline Bohr
Join expert metal detectorist Nikoline Bohr for an exciting, hands-on adventure designed just for kids! This one-hour beachside program invites young explorers to learn the basics of metal detecting in a fun and engaging way. Participants will discover how to use a metal detector, all while searching for hidden treasures on the beautiful shores of […]
29 Jul, 2025
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Pick Your Own Veggies Tour
Attention all Bartlett’s veggie-enthusiasts, this tour is tailored for you! Step aboard our hay wagon, as we take you on a journey to the heart of our produce fields, where you can witness first-hand what’s fresh and in-season. You’ll have plenty of time to stop at multiple points of interest along the way, and we’ll […]
29 Jul, 2025
11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Bartlett's Farm Garden Center
33 Bartlett Farm Rd
Summer Spa Chic! with Barnaby’s Nantucket
Who doesn’t love a good spa day! Kids will get to pamper themselves (while getting a little messy😊) as they endulge in making sparkling bath scrubs, shimmering lip balms, calming essential oils, and glittering bath bombs during this special barnaby’s class. (Ages 5 and up)
29 Jul, 2025
11:00 am - 12:00 am
Barnaby's Toy & Art Shack
12 Oak Street
Tour the Brant Point Shellfish Hatchery!
The Brant Point Shellfish Hatchery, located on Brant Point Beach next to the lighthouse, is a Town of Nantucket-operated facility that specializes in producing Nantucket Bay Scallops to supplement the wild population in Nantucket and Madaket Harbors. Tours take place Tuesdays at 11 AM during the summer, with sign-ups available two weeks in advance. Please […]
29 Jul, 2025
11:00 am
The Signature Tour: a traditional historic tour of Nantucket
Join friendly & knowledgeable guides for a 75-minute tour of the historic sites in Nantucket Town, Sconset, & more. See The Oldest House, The Old Windmill, Sconset Village, Sankaty Head Lighthouse & more. Tour departs daily at 11:15, 1:00, and 2:45. Tickets $45. Book at 42 Straight Wharf, on line at nantucketbustours.com or at 508-228-0334.
29 Jul, 2025
11:15 am - 2:45 pm
42 Straight Wharf
$45.00
Nantucket by Water Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise
Relax on this narrated tour of the inner harbor while you enjoy ice cream with friends & family. Departs again at 1, 2:25, & 4 pm. Call 508-228-7037 or book online nantucketbywater.com
29 Jul, 2025
11:15 am - 4:00 pm
Nantucket by Water
Straight Wharf, Slip #1011
Nanpuppets at Cisco Brewery
Head to Cisco Brewery for an original performance of Lizza Obremski’s phenomenal Nanpuppets to delight all ages.
29 Jul, 2025
11:30 am
Cisco Brewers
5 Bartlett Farm Rd
The Westender Tour with Nantucket Island Tours
The Westender Tour covers historic sites in Town then heads West to the Village of Madaket. After that exploration, enjoy stops at Bartlett’s Ocean View Farm plus a stop at Cisco Brewery where you can enjoy libations & the food vendors. The overall experience lasts about two and a half hours. Tickets $85. Book at 42 Straight […]
29 Jul, 2025
11:45 am - 3:15 pm
42 Straight Wharf
$75.00
Somatic Yoga at the Atheneum
Join us at 12:30 for a yoga practice for everyone! We will move through the practice focusing our attention on what it feels like to be in the body through slow focused movement. We will conclude with a full body relaxation. This is a short 45 minute practice that will leave one feeling relaxed and recharged […]
29 Jul, 2025
12:30 pm - 1:15 pm
Nantucket Atheneum
1 India St, Nantucket, MA
Day Sail Aboard the Lynx
Enjoy a lovely day on the water standing on a piece of history! Nantucket’s longest hourly and most affordable sailing event you can do. Highly recommended by anyone who has sailed on Lynx.
29 Jul, 2025
1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
$85.00
Tuesday Family Trivia
Weekly family trivia night free, family-friendly events and activities, all season long.
29 Jul, 2025
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Children's Beach Band Stand
Nantucket Walkabout – Sankaty Bluff
Sand, gravel and boulders laid down by the last glacier during the Wisconsinan Glacial Stage was not the first layer of foundation for Nantucket; an ocean bottom created during the Sangamonian Interglacial Stage and another pavement of glacial material during the Illinoian Glacial Stage are also underneath us. The only place to see all three […]
29 Jul, 2025
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
A Walk Down Main Street Tour
Nantucket Preservation Trust’s classic tour provides an overview of Nantucket in its heyday and focuses on the portion of Main Street between the Pacific National Bank and the Civil War Monument. Learn about the street’s development and the area’s early residents and architectural styles, as well as how the houses have come to symbolize the […]
29 Jul, 2025
3:00 pm
Youth Chorus Ages 8+
A fun beginner music program to get kids used to singing in groups.
29 Jul, 2025
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Nantucket Community Music Center Parlor
56 Centre Street
Live Music at Cisco Brewers: Bonus Cat
Live music at Cisco! Head out to the brewery at 5 Bartlett Farm Road for a pint or two and enjoy live local bands. Tables are first-come, first-served: no reservations. Ciscobrewers.com
29 Jul, 2025
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Cisco Brewers
5 Bartlett Farm Rd
Adult Metal Detecting 101
Join expert metal detectorist Nikoline Bohr for an exciting afternoon on the beautiful shores of Nantucket! This hands-on introductory course is designed for adults eager to explore the world of metal detecting. Participants will learn the fundamentals of operating a metal detector, from basic techniques to uncovering hidden treasures buried beneath the sand. Whether you’re […]
29 Jul, 2025
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
29 Jul, 2025
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Barnaby's Toy & Art Shack
12 Oak Street
$58.00
Teen Tuesday Crafternoon: Sailor’s Valentine’s
Learn to recreate miniature versions of these souvenirs of the Caribbean favored by Nantucket whalemen during the nineteenth century! Sailors’ Valentines make wonderful gifts and beautiful home accents. Program will be held outside outside in the garden. In case of inclement weather, program will be rescheduled. This event is intended for ages 12-18. Please register […]
29 Jul, 2025
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Nantucket Atheneum
1 India St, Nantucket, MA
Sunset Sail Aboard the Lynx
See an amazing sunset onboard a piece of history! Nantucket’s longest and most affordable Sunset sailing.
29 Jul, 2025
5:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Nantucket by Water Cocktail Cruise
Escape the summer crowds & enjoy breathtaking views as you cruise around Nantucket Harbor with family & friends. On board music. BYOB. Book at nantucketbywater.com or 508-228-7037.
29 Jul, 2025
5:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Nantucket by Water
Straight Wharf, Slip #1011
Mindfulness Meditation
Each weekly class includes a short talk, a guided meditation, and time for reflection or questions—designed to support a clearer understanding of the methods and help build a consistent meditation practice. Registration encouraged. No experience needed. Open to all.
29 Jul, 2025
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Nantucket Atheneum
1 India St, Nantucket, MA
Lecture: Shipwreck and Scrimshaw: the 1846 Earl of Eglinton Disaster and the “Ewer” Tooth with Michael Harrison
Join Michael Harrison as he unravels a mystery from the Nantucket Historical Association’s collections. An unexplained inscription on a scrimshaw tooth, Baptist missionaries in Burma, a deadly wreck at Tom Nevers, and a long-ignored island merchant’s account book all figure in a story of heartbreak and friendship linking Nantucket to Scotland, Northern Ireland, and Indiana […]
29 Jul, 2025
5:30 pm
Nantucket Whaling Museum
13 Broad St
Kids Night Out operated by Murray Camp
Supervised fun for ages 5-12, Tues.- Sat. evenings 6pm-9pm. Reservations required at kidsnightoutnantucket.com
29 Jul, 2025
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor
Enjoy a stunning sunset from the water. Reservations at EndeavorSailing.com or 508-228-5585. Departs from Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Departure times change as time of sunset changes.
29 Jul, 2025
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Slip #1015
Straight Wharf
Open Arts Night!
We are expanding Open Mic Night into OPEN ARTS NIGHT! Our stage and mic are still open for any and all, but now we’ve added an Arts & Craft component so people may feel free to come and work on any kind of art project while watching the stage show. Bring your knitting! Embroidery! Coloring […]
29 Jul, 2025
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Nantucket Atheneum
1 India St, Nantucket, MA
Dreamland Comedy Nights: Cathy Ladman & Jane Condon
Join us at The Dreamland Tuesday, July 29th for Nantucket residentJane Condon and the hilarious comedian and actress Cathy Ladman (10 appearances on the Tonight Show!) for Jane’s annual comedy extravaganza!
29 Jul, 2025
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Nantucket Dreamland Theater
17 South Water Street
Nantucket by Water Sunset Cruise with the Shanty Singers
Sunset Cruise/Live Music with the Shanty Singers. Come enjoy a Nantucket Sunset Cruise while you listen to fun old time shanty tunes. Sing along or listen with a smile as you enjoy your favorite beverage with family and friends. Straight Wharf Slip #1011 508-228-7037
29 Jul, 2025
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Nantucket by Water
Straight Wharf, Slip #1011
Buyer & Cellar
Starring Robbie Simpson from Last Seasons Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks Alex More has a story to tell. A struggling actor in L.A., he takes a job working in the Malibu basement of a beloved megastar. One day, the Lady Herself comes downstairs to play. It feels like real bonding in the basement, but will […]
29 Jul, 2025
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Bennett Hall
62 Centre Street
Night at the Museum
Join MMA naturalists for an evening at the Hinhcman House Natural Science Museum.Together we will tap into our curious nature to uncover more secrets of the natural world, learn amazing natural history facts, see museum specimens up close, experience our specimen touch table, see live specimen prep, and hang out in our activity room featuring […]
29 Jul, 2025
8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
MMA Natural Science Museum
7 Milk St.
Nighttime Marine Ecology Field Trip
Nantucket Harbor teems with exciting marine life at night that is not visible in the day. Join our aquarium staff to learn about the fish, squid, crabs, and other creatures that come out to feed, at night, in the shallow harbor waters. This program is designed to be interesting for adults and children ages 10 […]
29 Jul, 2025
8:45 pm - 10:00 pm
Maria Mitchell Aquarium
28 Washington St.
Open Night: Stargazing at Loines Observatory
Join our professional astronomers for Stargazing Open Nights at Loines Observatory. Get a chance to view an impressive tour of Nantucket’s night sky. The MMA will host varying time sessions of Open Night Stargazing from June 9 through August 30. Please see our calendar for days and times. MMA staff will guide you in viewing […]
29 Jul, 2025
9:00 pm - 9:45 pm
Loines Observatory
59 Milk Street Extension
Open Night: Stargazing at Loines Observatory
Join our professional astronomers for Stargazing Open Nights at Loines Observatory. Get a chance to view an impressive tour of Nantucket’s night sky. The MMA will host varying time sessions of Open Night Stargazing from June 9 through August 30. Please see our calendar for days and times. MMA staff will guide you in viewing […]
29 Jul, 2025
10:00 pm - 10:45 pm
Loines Observatory
59 Milk Street Extension
Birding Field Trip
These trips will explore Nantucket’s birding hotspots and offer participants a chance to observe birds in their natural habitats. Binoculars, spotting scope, and field guides are available to borrow. All experience levels welcome. Birding Field Trips are free and open to all! Pre-registration is required. Please submit a unique registration for each participant. We will […]
30 Jul, 2025
7:45 am - 10:30 am
Linda Loring Nature Foundation
110 Eel Point Road
Nantucket Walkabout – Gardner Farm
Formerly a vegetable farm along the east of side of Hummock Pond, the Land Bank’s Gardner Farm property runs along Hummock Pond, a glacial meltwater river bed that once ran roughly 75 miles south out to the edge of the continental shelf. Now closed off to the ocean and filled with slightly brackish water — […]
30 Jul, 2025
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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2025 Annual Events
April 24 -27, Daffodil Festival
May 14 – 18, Wine & Food Festival
June, Nantucket Preservation Month
June 12 -15, Book Festival
June 25 – 30, Film Festival
July 4, – Independence Day Festivities
July 8 – 13, Nantucket Dance Festival
July 8 – 10, Nantucket Garden Festival
July 10 – 12, Comedy Festival
July , Nantucket Art and Artisan Show
July 14 -17, NHA’s Nantucket by Design
July 18 & 19, Weekend at the Atheneum
August 6, Garden Club House & Garden Tour
August 9, Boston Pops
August 13 – 17, Nantucket Race Week
August 17, Opera House Cup
August, Marine Life Release Day
September: Nantucket Harvest Fair
November, NHA’s Festival of Wreaths
December 5-7, Christmas Stroll
December, NHA’s Festival of Trees