Nantucket Events Calendar
Tuesday, September 29, 2026
Restaurant Week
All Day
Nantucket Restaurant Week returns September 28–October 4, 2026, for an unforgettable island-wide celebration of exceptional food, remarkable talent, and the warm hospitality that makes dining on Nantucket unlike anywhere else.… Read more
Story Walk: In a Jar
All Day
Nantucket Atheneum 1 India St.
Here's a marvelous picture book, charmingly written and beautifully illustrated, about the power of memory and the magic of friendship. Llewellyn, a little rabbit, is a collector. He gathers things… Read more
Sports Fishing on the Herbert T
7:00 AM
Herbert T Slip #14, Straight Wharf
Capt. Fred Tonkin is an experienced island fisherman who will take you to where the fish are biting. All equipment provided. A fishing trip on the Herbert T is a… Read more
Beechwood Farm Loop with Nantucket Walkabout
8:00 AM
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… Read more
Historic Mansions of Main Street and America’s Oldest Windmill
8:20 AM
A 1.8 mi, 45 min. exercise walk with historic commentary past whaling era mansions & back downtown. Cash only; $25; $20 seniors (65+) ; $15 for teens; $10 for ages… Read more
Endeavor Sailing Excursions with Captain Jim
10:00 AM
Endeavor Straight Wharf, Slip #1015
Sailing Trips at 10 am, 1:30 & 3:30 pm, & sunset: learn Nantucket’s maritime history & see waterfront sights. Reservations encouraged. Private charters & per person fares. Slip #1015, Straight… Read more
Barrett’s Tours
11:00 AM
Step back in time on Nantucket’s oldest and most authentic guided tour. Experience the rich history and natural beauty of Nantucket on this 90-minute narrated van or bus tour. Founded… Read more
The Signature Tour: a Traditional Historic Tour of Nantucket
11:15 AM
Nantucket Island Tours 42 Straight Wharf
Ready to discover the hidden beauty of Nantucket? Our Signature Bus Tour is specially designed to bring you to the island’s most beautiful and remote corners without the hassle of driving or… Read more
Nantucket by Water Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
Nantucket by Water Straight Wharf, Slip #1011
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… Read more
The Westender Tour with Island Tours
11:45 AM - 2:15 PM
Nantucket Island Tours 42 Straight Wharf
Want to see even more of Nantucket without access to a bike or car? We’ve got you covered! Our Westender Tour takes you out to the sites at the “west end” of… Read more
Somatic Yoga at the Atheneum
12:30 PM - 1:15 PM
Nantucket Atheneum 1 India St.
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… Read more
Stump Swamp/Norwood Farm with Nantucket Walkabout
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Two island ecosystems, a shrub swamp wetland and island moors dotted with kettle holes makes for fascinating hike through a section of the island molded by 500 feet of ice… Read more
Island Tours Elin Hilderbrand Blue Book Tour
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Nantucket Island Tours 42 Straight Wharf
A Must See, Can’t Miss, Won’t Forget Tour of Nantucket New in 2026: Insider’s Glimpse to Five Star Weekend, coming to the Peacock Network summer ’26! Straight from the pages of Elin… Read more
Live Music by Tim Pitts at Cisco Brewers
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Cisco Brewers 5 Bartlett Farm Rd
Live music at Cisco! Head out to the brewery for a pint or two and enjoy live local bands. Tables are first-come, first-served: no reservations.
Nantucket by Water Cocktail Cruise
4:00 PM
Nantucket by Water Straight Wharf, Slip #1011
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.
Nantucket by Water Sunset Cruise
5:15 PM
Nantucket by Water Straight Wharf, Slip #1011
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… Read more
Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor with Captain Jim
6:00 PM
Endeavor Straight Wharf, Slip #1015
Sailing Trips at 10 am, 1:30 & 3:30 pm, & sunset: learn Nantucket’s maritime history & see waterfront sights. Reservations encouraged. Private charters & per person fares. Slip #1015, Straight… Read more
Meditation
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Nantucket Atheneum 1 India St.
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… Read more
ELL Beginner English
6:30 PM - 9:29 PM
Nantucket Atheneum 1 India St.
Learn essential phrases and vocabulary for everyday conversation. Practice speaking and boost your confidence in a friendly classroom setting. The Literacy Volunteers of the Atheneum (LVA) offer a drop-in beginner… Read more
The Nantucket Ghost Walk – Cemetery Route
7:45 PM
A 1-1/3 mi, 90 min eerie stroll featuring Old North Burial Ground, Oldest House, & 2 haunted hotels. Led by original guide. $25; $20 seniors(65+); $15 for teens; $10 for… Read more
Late Night Trivia at The Rose & Crown
9:30 PM
Rose & Crown 23 S Water Street
Enjoy fun and libations at The Rose & Crown, 23 South Water Street