Island Events Calendar

If you have an event that we missed that should be included in this guide, please email David Creed at davidcreed@n-magazine.com, and we will add it.

Sunday, September 13th

Nantucket Bird Walk with Ginger Andrews: Every Sunday from 7:45 to 10:00 am, convenes at 4 Vestal St, parking recommended in the town lot. Explore Nantucket’s birdy landscapes and hidden nooks with local bird guide and Inquirer and Mirror columnist, Ginger Andrews. This program will be canceled in the event of inclement weather and a ticket exchange issued for an alternative date. Pre-registration is recommended as programs do fill up but walk-ins are welcome, subject to availability. Click here for more information.

Nantucket Island Fair: From 10:00 am to 4:00 pm at the Tom Nevers' Fields. Enjoy county fair games, view local artist exhibitions, explore the livestock tent, kids games, and live music. This ticketed event is open to the community, $30 per car, and $15 for bikers/walkers.

NCF Wellness Series- Therapeutic Yoga with Ieva Aldin: From 9:00 to 10:00 am, meeting location disclosed after sign up. Release, mobilize, stabilize, strengthen, and stretch. Create a more spacious experience in your body, mind, and being with this therapeutic yoga class. From a beginning restorative posture which releases tension to a relaxing final meditation that will leave you refreshed and renewed. This class uses mindfully taught yoga postures to stabilize, strengthen, and stretch the body with gentle somatic movements. Find registration here.

Nanpuppets at Nantucket Island Fair: At 11:00 am. Join Nanpuppets for a performance at Something Natural, 50 Cliff Road! Nanpuppets is a puppetry company featuring hand puppets that are handmade and performed by Lizza Obremski. Enjoy our educational and fun show then get some sandwiches! $10 per person (kids and adults) - kids under 1 year old free. Please bring a blanket to sit on.

Dharma Yoga in the Hayloft: 10:15 to 11:15 am at Bartlett’s Farm. Join Joanne of Dharma Yoga for yoga and movement that strengthens and lengthens, enlivens and invigorates, soothes and calms. Allowing you to feel better and live more fully in your bodymind being. Registration is required and the schedule is subject to change. For more information, click here!

Artists’ Association 10X10 Gallery Exhibition Reception: 5:00 pm at the Cecelia Joyce and Seward Johnson Art Gallery. Enjoy small bits and beverages for an end-of-summer AAN exhibition of large Nantucket-inspired works.

Theatre Workshop of Nantucket Presents- The Mousetrap: 5:00 pm at Bennett Hall. In this timeless whodunnit: newly-wed innkeepers Mollie and Giles Ralston open their guest–house in a remote manor house during a snowstorm. One by one, a motley group of guests arrives including an unexpected visitor whose car “just got stuck in the snow.” ? Then a murder occurs, the telephone line is cut, the snow isolates the house and everyone is under suspicion. What unfolds is a classic Christie set-up of locked-room tension, unexpected twists and the moment when everybody realizes the murderer is among them. Tickets are $75 and can be found here.

Nantucket In-Shore Classic- Start of Week 2: This catch-and-release tournament welcomes anglers of all ages and skill levels to compete from boat or beach in categories for striped bass, bluefish, bonito, and false albacore. Divisions include All-Tackle, Fly, and Junior, from boat or beach, with winners determined by fish length. Runs September 6th through October 11th.

Mini Movers with MMA: 11:00 to 11:45 am at the MMA Natural Science Museum, 7 Milk Street. Young children and their caregivers are invited to dance, explore, and discover the animal kingdom through stories, music, crafts, and a visit with a live animal ambassador at the Natural Science Museum. At least one adult must sign up with children. Pre-registration is recommended.

Morning Feeding at the Aquarium: 10:00 to 10:45 at the MMA Aquarium, 32 Washington St. Join MMA Aquarists as they feed the ever-hungry creatures at the Aquarium. 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. Click here for registration and more information.

Ravenous Reptiles at the MMA Natural Science Museum: 1:00 to 1:45 pm at 7 Milk St. 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, and several of the MMA Natural Science Museum's educational animals. Click here for registration and more information.

Beach Biology Field Trip: From 1:00 to 2:00 pm, Low Beach Parking Lot at 41.25362° N, 69.96835° W, Low Beach Rd. Learn about the fascinating biology, ecology, and geology that make Nantucket's beaches so unique. All registered children must be accompanied by a registered adult to participate in this program. Pre-registration is required for program material preparation and closes 1 hour before start time.

Outdoor Art with Nikoline Bohr: From 2:00 to 3:30 pm at the MMA classroom, 33 Washington St. Outdoor Art invites participants to slow down, observe, and connect with the natural world through close-up drawing and artistic exploration. Led by Nikoline Bohr, this outdoor art experience focuses on the intricate details of nature—textures, shapes, colors, and patterns often overlooked in everyday life. This program is designed to be interesting for adults. Click here for registration and more information.

Monday, September 14th

Nantucket Yoga With a View: Monday - Saturday from 7:30 to 8:30 am at the Children’s Beach Bandstand. Join instructor Bettina Broer for a morning of guided yoga by the water. Adults are $30, and kids and teens are $25, no registration required!

Monday Miles for the Kids: Mondays at 5:30 pm, meeting at 5:15 pm at 7 Nobadeer Farm Road. Runners will be assigned bibs and will keep the same number throughout the season. Please attach the bib on your front as they are use to keep track of the finish. All bibs should be turned back in after each run. Click here for more information!

Dharma Yoga in the Hayloft: 8:45 to 9:45 am, and 10:15 to 11:15 am at Bartlett’s Farm. Join Joanne of Dharma Yoga for yoga and movement that strengthens and lengthens, enlivens and invigorates, soothes and calms. Allowing you to feel better and live more fully in your bodymind being. Registration is required and the schedule is subject to change. For more information, click here!

Tuesday, September 15th

NCF Milestone Center Site Tour: From 9:00 to 11:00 am at 220 Milestone Road. Tour the future site of NCF’s new home, The Milestone Center, with President & CEO Cormac Collier and NCF staff. Learn about how the Center will feature a research and education facility, as well as staff housing, that will strengthen our ability to protect and steward over 9,000 acres across the island. Find registration here.

NCF The Restoration of Windswept Bog- A Documentary: 5:30 to 7:30 pm at the Dreamland Theatre. Join the Nantucket Conservation Foundation for a special screening of our documentary on the restoration of Windswept Bog, a five-year journey to revive one of the island’s most significant wetland ecosystems. The film traces the project from its origins and why this landscape mattered enough to save through the on-the-ground work of restoration, to the results now taking root. Featuring the scientists, land managers, and specialists who made it possible, this screening offers an inside look at what long-term conservation actually takes, and what it can achieve. A panel discussion and Q&A with members of the restoration team will follow the film. Find registration here.

Cinema for the Very Young at Dreamland: Every Tuesday and Saturday at 10:30 am. Join the Dreamland with your little ones for a sensory-friendly Rated G or All Ages screening of a film/series (titles will not be announced in advance). All children in attendance must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver throughout the 90 minute program. Lights will be left on at medium strength and the volume of the screening turned down to a moderate level to accommodate and encourage socialization. Tickets can be found here.

Golden Age Films at Dreamland - Suspicion: Every Tuesday at 1:30 pm. The Golden Age Film Series is free for members, free for seniors and only $13 for the general public. Funding for free senior admission provided by The Nantucket Fund at the Community Foundation for Nantucket and The Remain Fund at the Community Foundation for Nantucket. Tickets can be found here.

Dharma Yoga in the Hayloft: 8:30 to 9:30 am at Bartlett’s Farm. Join Joanne of Dharma Yoga for yoga and movement that strengthens and lengthens, enlivens and invigorates, soothes and calms. Allowing you to feel better and live more fully in your bodymind being. Registration is required and the schedule is subject to change. For more information, click here!

Tony Tuesdays: 2:00 to 2:30 pm at the Nantucket Shipwreck and Lifesaving Museum. Join the Collections Manager, Tony Durmitri, every Tuesday for a weekly artifact spotlight and a behind-the-scenes show-and-tell.

Theatre Workshop of Nantucket Presents- The Mousetrap: 7:00 pm at Bennett Hall. In this timeless whodunnit: newly-wed innkeepers Mollie and Giles Ralston open their guest–house in a remote manor house during a snowstorm. One by one, a motley group of guests arrives including an unexpected visitor whose car “just got stuck in the snow.” ? Then a murder occurs, the telephone line is cut, the snow isolates the house and everyone is under suspicion. What unfolds is a classic Christie set-up of locked-room tension, unexpected twists and the moment when everybody realizes the murderer is among them. Tickets are $75 and can be found here.

Wednesday, September 16th

Egan Maritime Foghorn Speakers Series- Ship to Shore, a Quarterboard History: From 5:30 to 7:30 pm at the Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum, 158 Polpis Rd. Join Egan Maritime Educator Sonia Scherr for an exploration of the history and evolution of quarterboards, from their origins aboard 18th- and 19th-century ships to their place in Nantucket’s architectural landscape today. Participants can also stamp pre-made quarterboard linocut designs to create a small keepsake greeting card or dish towel. Register here.

Chocolate Making MasterClass: From 5:30 to 7:30 pm. Join an evening inside The Chocolate Lab at The Hive, the working kitchen where every Faraway bar is made. Taste single origin chocolate across continents, learn the craft hands on, and mold your own bars to pick up the next day. Register here.

Stargazing at Loines Observatory: From 8:00 to 9:00 pm at 59 Milk St. Join professional astronomers at the Maria Mitchell Association’s Loines Observatory for Open Night Stargazing sessions held June through November on Nantucket. Guests can explore the night sky through historic and modern telescopes while viewing the Moon, planets, star clusters, nebulae, and galaxies, as well as learning about current astronomy research. Tickets cost $27 for adults and $17 for youth. Pre-registration is recommended, and events are weather-dependent.

Thursday, September 17th

NCF Ecology Excursion- Native Plant Landscaping Tour: From 9:00 to 11:00 am at 118 Cliff Road. Learn how native shrubs, trees, and wildflowers can find a home in your own yard. Planting natives supports fascinating insects and wildlife and helps connect conservation lands. NCF Plant Research Ecologist/Botanist Kelly Omand gives a tour of our office grounds showcasing the makeover of our office landscape, from removal of invasives to building a biodiversity meadow and garden beds, highlighted with educational signs sponsored by a generous grant from the Nantucket Garden Club. Find registration here.

Epernay Wine and Spirits- Thursday Night Wine Tastings: Every Thursday night from 6:00pm - 7:30pm at Epernay Wine & Spirits. New theme every week. Enjoy tasting and learning about new wines with our wine expert Frank Hersey. Click here for more information.

Evening Art- Paint with Nikoline Bohr: From 5:00 to 7:00 pm and meets at the MMA Natural Science Museum, 7 Milk St. Led by artist Nikoline Bohr, create a personalized work of art while learning foundational painting techniques through step-by-step instruction and live demonstration. Subjects are inspired by Nantucket’s history, locations, and environments. Leave with a finished piece of art to take home and enjoy. This is designed to be interesting for adults. Pre-registration is required, and registration closes at 3 PM the day before the program.

Friday, September 18th

NCF Weekly Walks- The Serengeti: From 8:30 to 11:30 am, meeting location disclosed after sign up. A favorite walk through one of the most iconic and breathtaking parts of the island. Every ride out to Sconset is accompanied by the sprawling views of the open grasslands of Nantucket’s outwash plains. Explore these trails by foot and see the vibrant life throughout the southern side of the Middle Moors. Find registration here.

Wine and Rines: Every Friday from 3:30 - 5:30 pm at Bartlett’s Farm. Spring Fridays are back in full swing. Bartlett’s Farm’s weekly tasting is the perfect way to ease into the weekend. Join them for a relaxed, guided pairing of their favorite wines and cheeses. This event is always free, and no reservation required!

Marine Story Hour with the Maria Mitchell Association: From 11:00 to 11:45 am at the Maria Mitchell Aquarium, 32 Washington St. During each session, an MMA educator will read a marine 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 materials provided will change each week. Click here to find more information and registration.

Nature Story Hour with the Maria Mitchell Association: From 11:00 to 11:45 am at the Hinchman House Natural Science Museum, 7 Milk St. 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 materials provided will change each week. Click here to find more information and registration.

MMA Blue Science Club for Grades 6 - 8: From 3:00 to 4:00 pm. Blue Science Club invites students in grades 6–8 to dive into the science of Nantucket’s waters through hands-on experiments, investigations, specimen exploration, and creative challenges. Each session features a new marine science theme—from local wildlife and coastal ecosystems to water quality, ocean technology, and conservation. Click here to find more information and registration.

Saturday, September 19th

Sustainable Nantucket's Farmers & Artisans Market: The Farmers & Artisans Market occurs from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Cambridge and North Water streets in downtown Nantucket. The market is weather-permitting. Come enjoy fresh produce and items from rotating vendors.

Nantucket Land Bank's Cross-Island Hike: Starts at 8:00 am, beginning by the beach at the end of Tom Nevers Fairground, will end at Settler's Landing in Madaket. Join the Land Bank for their 7th annual cross-island hike through different protected areas and natural environments of Nantucket! FREE transportation will be available due to parking constraints. For more information, click here.

Maria Mitchell and the Daring Daughters of Nantucket Island: From 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at Historic Mitchell House, 1 Vestal St. Join the curator of the Maria Mitchell House, Jascin Leonardo Finger, for a walking tour concerning the lives of Maria Mitchell and Nantucket's famous and infamous women, as well as the lesser known women of our island. Learn why whaling, Quakerism, and the isolation of an island afforded these women opportunities that women elsewhere in America at the time were not afforded. Pre-registration is required as space is limited.

Nanpuppets at Something Natural: From 9:30 to 10:00 am. Join Nanpuppets for a performance at Something Natural, 50 Cliff Road! Nanpuppets is a puppetry company featuring hand puppets that are handmade and performed by Lizza Obremski. Enjoy our educational and fun show then get some sandwiches! $10 per person (kids and adults) - kids under 1 year old free. Please bring a blanket to sit on.

Mini Mariners at the Shipwreck and Lifesaving Museum: From 9:00 to 9:45 am at the Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum, 158 Polpis Rd. Children and their caretakers are invited to explore maritime history through hands-on, age-appropriate activities. Each session features a nautical theme that highlights a unique aspect of Nantucket’s maritime heritage. This free program is designed primarily for children ages seven and under, though all ages are welcome. No registration required. This particular session will involve using washable paint. Please bring an extra layer or old clothing you don't mind getting paint on!

Nantucket Clean Team: Every Saturday morning at 8:00 am. Nantucket Clean Team’s mission is to keep our fragile, beautiful island as free of litter and debris as possible through weekly clean-up outings beginning in late April through the last Saturday in October. They look to recruit year-round residents and seasonal visitors to join them on appointed days and times, and to become “adjunk” members, cleaning when and where they are able. Follow @ackcleanteam on Instagram for weekly meeting locations, usually posted a day or two before!

Morning Feeding at the Aquarium: 11:00 to 11:45 at the MMA Aquarium, 32 Washington St. Join MMA Aquarists as they feed the ever-hungry creatures at the Aquarium. 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. Click here for registration and more information.

Ravenous Reptiles at the MMA Natural Science Museum: 10:00 to 10:45 am at 7 Milk St. 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, and several of the MMA Natural Science Museum's educational animals. Click here for registration and more information.

Marine Ecology Field Trip with MMA: 2:00 to 3:30 pm, meets at Hither Creek Beach Access (near 22 Massachusetts Ave. / 41.273923, -70.207293 / Beach Access #52). What sea creatures live around Nantucket? Find out as you help to collect, identify, and release fish, crabs, shrimp, and other marine creatures with our huge seine net. This program is designed to be interesting for adults and children ages 8 and older. All registered children must be accompanied by a registered adult to participate in this program. Pre-registration is required as this program meets off-site.

Weekend Crafting with MMA: 12:00 to 12:45 pm at the Hinchman Natural Science Museum, 7 Milk St. Join MMA staff for nature-inspired crafting, where young makers and their families can explore the wonders of the natural world through hands-on projects. From building mini habitats to creating art inspired by local wildlife, each session sparks curiosity, imagination, and learning. Click here for registration and more information.

Sensational Science with MMA: 2:00 to 3:00 pm at the Hinchman Natural Science Museum, 7 Milk St. Join MMA Natural Science staff to uncover more about the world of science. You’ll take a deep dive into the microscopic world, investigate shark biology, make agar art, or even collect plankton. Click here for registration and more information.

Sunday, September 20th

NCF Wellness Series- Outdoor Restorative Yoga: From 5:00 to 6:00 pm, meeting location disclosed after sign up. Get ready for a zen experience! Drop into this calming and centering practice of restorative yoga immersed in the peaceful setting of our properties. Be guided through the gentle movement, stretching, and breathwork of a traditional 60-minute restorative class in open space. Find registration here.

NiSHA Car Rally: From 2:00 to 4:00 pm at the Nantucket Ice Rink. Nantucket Motorsports and NiSHA are teaming up for a Car Rally at the Nantucket Ice Rink. There will be food, games, music and a fantastic display of cars for all of you enthusiasts. Friendly and leashed dogs are welcome.

Nantucket In-Shore Classic- Start of Week 3: This catch-and-release tournament welcomes anglers of all ages and skill levels to compete from boat or beach in categories for striped bass, bluefish, bonito, and false albacore. Divisions include All-Tackle, Fly, and Junior, from boat or beach, with winners determined by fish length. Runs September 6th through October 11th.

Monday, September 21st

Tuesday, September 22nd

NCF March- Native Seed Collection: From 1:00 to 3:00 pm, meeting location disclosed after sign up. Monthly Action for Restoration and Stewardship of Habitats (MARSH) is back to work with NCF Native Plant Propagation Manager, Stacey, to collect native plant seeds. Collecting native seeds helps us grow locally adapted plants for habitat restoration, preserving Nantucket’s native plant diversity while supporting healthy, resilient ecosystems! Find registration here.

Golden Age Films at Dreamland - The Magnificent Ambersons: Every Tuesday at 1:30 pm. The Golden Age Film Series is free for members, free for seniors and only $13 for the general public. Funding for free senior admission provided by The Nantucket Fund at the Community Foundation for Nantucket and The Remain Fund at the Community Foundation for Nantucket. Tickets can be found here.

The Nantucket Dreamland Presents- AILEY II: Few names in American dance carry the weight of Alvin Ailey — a legacy that reshaped modern dance and brought the African American cultural experience to stages around the world. Ailey II is where that legacy lives next: founded by Alvin Ailey himself in 1974, the company is renowned for merging the spirit and energy of the country’s best early-career dancers with the creative vision of today’s most exciting emerging choreographers, a combination Dance Magazine has called “second to none.” On Tuesday, September 22, that extraordinary tradition arrives on the Dreamland stage — a rare chance to experience world-class dance of this caliber right here on Nantucket. Purchase tickets here.

Wednesday, September 23rd

Maria Mitchell Association Science Speaker Series- “Three Years of Buoy Monitoring in Nantucket Harbor” with Dr. Betsy Sherman: From 7:00 to 8:00 pm in person at 33 Washington St. and on Zoom (registration required for the link). The MMA invites the community for a talk with Dr. Betsy Sherman, the Professor Emerita of Biology at Bennington College, where she taught and conducted research for more than forty years. Her work has focused on how organisms respond to environmental stress in freshwater and marine systems, particularly coral reefs. Tides, sunlight, storms, and biological activity shape Nantucket Harbor over hours, days, and seasons. Sherman will invite the audience to join her in investigating what three years of continuous buoy monitoring have revealed: how tidal and daily biological cycles differ, what happens when potentially stressful conditions converge, and how scientists decide whether an apparent pattern is real and useful. By following one particular investigation from an intriguing hypothesis to evidence that ultimately did not support it, she will show how scientists work amid uncertainty, and why good science sometimes means letting go of a compelling idea and asking a better question.

Registration can be found here.

Thursday, September 24th

Owl Prowl with the Maria Mitchell Association: 6:45 to 8:15 pm, meets at the MMA Administrative Office at 4 Vestal Street. Join the MMA's Field Ornithologist, Ginger Andrews, as you listen for calls of a variety of nocturnal animals and birds. You will watch for owls as they begin their nightly activity. Click here for registration and more information.

Friday, September 25th

Free Community Event- Curing Parkinson’s Disease and Multiple Sclerosis: From 5:00 to 6:30 pm at Nantucket Cottage Hospital, Watkins Conference Center, 2nd Floor. David A. Hafler, M.D. is the William and Lois Edgerly Professor of Neurology and Professor of Immunobiology and Neurology Chair Emeritus Yale School of Medicine, Professor Emeritus Harvard Medical School, and is a visiting scientist at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard. In partnership with Nantucket Cottage Hospital and Palliative and Supportive Care of Nantucket, Dr. Hafler will discuss exciting new findings in Parkinson’s Disease and Multiple Sclerosis emerging from his laboratory.

NCF Weekly Walks- Head of the Plains: From 8:30 to 10:30 am, meeting location disclosed after sign up. A bountiful and bustling walk through the blooming sandplain grasslands in our Head of the Plains property. Experience calm forested paths and wide open views as you learn of the incredible diversity in plants and pollinators that we have cultivated through strategic habitat management. Find registration here.