Nantucket Current's 2026 Daffodil Weekend Event Guide
David Creed •
The 50th Annual Daffodil Festival is this weekend from Thursday, April 23 through Sunday, April 26. The Nantucket Current has gathered all of the scheduled events and put them in one place for our reader's convenience. If a Daffodil-related event is not listed in this guide that you would like added, please email David Creed at davidcreed@n-magazine.com.
Saturday, April 25th
A Safe Place’s 27th Annual Clothes Line Project
From 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Atheneum, the Clothesline Project is an emotionally moving art display consisting of t-shirts decorated by local survivors of domestic & sexual violence to honor survivors, help with the healing process, & raise awareness to the issues of domestic & sexual violence. Free materials will be available for participants to make their own t-shirts to add to the display if moved to do so.
50th Nantucket Daffodil Festival: 47th Antique Car Show & Parade
Visit town early to view the beauteously bedecked vintage cars line up on Main Street. (Drivers are often garbed in themed costumes) Ribbons awarded in Best Decorated, Most Authentic, People's Choice and Jean MaCausland's Best in Show categories. Vote on your favorites. People's Choice ballots are available outside the Chamber office at Zero Main Street and online. Car staging begins at 9:15 a.m. and the parade starts at 12 p.m. following this route: right on Centre Street, right on Broad Street, right on South Water Street, and back up Main Street. Cars continue left on Orange Street and head out of town, around the rotary and out Milestone Road to 'Sconset. Cars head to the Siasconset Tailgait Picnic and park along the right. All picnics are eligible to win ribbons in Judge's and People's Choice categories. This is a Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce Signature Event.
Grab & Go Bag: Daffodil Crown
From 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Atheneum, this week they are making paper flower crowns. Wear your yellow daffodil crown around while you enjoy the daffodils in bloom.
Daffodil Festival Hat Pageant
From 10-11 a.m. at the Children's Beach Band Stand, show off your creativity with a festively decorated, daffodil-themed hat (Elegant or goofy? It’s all fabulous fun.) and join the Pageant. Open to men, women, and children. Ribbons awarded in adult and youth categories.
As an open to the day’s festivities, you don’t want to miss it. This is a Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce Signature Event.
Book Signing With Nancy Thayer
From 10:30-11:30 a.m., meet Nancy Thayer, the author of Summer Light on Nantucket and other novels at Mitchell’s Book Corner. The first 50 readers will receive a free gift from Nancy Thayer.
Daffodil Festival Children’s Bike Parade
From 10:35-11 a.m. at the Children's Beach Band Stand, fun for children of all ages and their families. Decorate your bicycle, wagon, skateboard, baby carriage or other self-propelled vehicles with a Daffodil theme, or simply come decked out in your best Daffy gear. Ribbons awarded to all participants. Children under 10 should be accompanied by an adult, and all children on bicycles must wear a helmet. This is a Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce Signature Event.
A Daffy Good Time With NanPuppets
Beginning at 11 a.m., join the fun at Children’s Beach for a lively community puppet show with NanPuppets – a beloved island tradition that’s equal parts heartwarming and hilarious. Led by the one and only Lizza Obremski, this whimsical performance features her cast of puppet pals who are as sweet as they are sassy, bursting with personality and charm. From curious creatures to cheeky characters, the Nanpuppets crew will have kids giggling and grown-ups grinning with their clever antics, playful songs, and unexpected wisdom. It’s interactive, imaginative, and delightfully Nantucket – the kind of fun that brings the whole community together. Bring a blanket, pack a snack, and get ready to laugh out loud – because Nanpuppets never disappoint.
Daffodil Magic With Magic Mark
Beginning at 11:45 a.m., get ready to be amazed at Children’s Beach with a magical performance by Magic Mark – the island’s favorite magician who knows just how to keep kids wide-eyed and laughing. His show is interactive, playful, and full of surprises, where the audience becomes part of the magic. Whether he’s pulling off jaw-dropping tricks or inviting little helpers on stage, Magic Mark’s warm energy and quick wit make every moment unforgettable. It’s not just a show – it’s an experience filled with wonder, giggles, and plenty of “how did he do that?!” moments. Come early, grab a seat, and let Magic Mark sprinkle a little enchantment on your day.
NiSHA's Annual Daffy Dog Parade at Children's Beach
From 12:30-1:30 p.m., you don't want to miss the cutest event of the weekend. Look for our registration tables at the Corner of Main and Federal streets from 10-11:30 a.m. and Children's Beach lawn from 10:30-11:45 a.m. A donation of $20 (or more) is suggested to register your dog for the parade. Pay by card or cash. All friendly and leashed dogs are welcome to participate, daffy costumes and decorations strongly encouraged. Staging for the parade starts at 12:30 p.m., be sure to be at Children's Beach before that to get in line. Prizes for 1st, 2nd, 3rd place, must be registered to win. All friendly and leashed dogs are welcome to participate, daffy costumes & decorations strongly encouraged.
50th Annual Nantucket Garden Club Community Daffodil Flower Show
From 2-5 p.m., The Nantucket Garden Club Annual Daffodil Flower Show will take place with daffodil flower entries, floral arrangements and photography entries at the Nantucket Inn, 1 Miller Lane. Complete show entry information and schedule here.
Live Music At Cisco Brewers: Steve Rondo
From 4-7 p.m., there will be live music at Cisco with Steve Rondo. 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.
Live Piano With Jepthe At The Nantucket Hotel
From 5-8 p.m. at the Nantucket Hotel, join them for dinner with live piano from Jepthe.
Nantucket Hotel's Daffy Hour - Live Music on the Front Porch
From 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Nantucket Hotel, join them for a Daffy Hour on their front porch and enjoy live vocals and piano with Nicole and Jepthe.
Live Music At Fairgrounds Restaurant
Nantucket’s own Cranberry Alarm Clock plays Beatles and classic rock at The Fairgrounds from 7-10 p.m.
Chicken Box Live Music
There will be live music at the Chicken Box from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. with 7 Day Weekend
Sunday, April 26th
Sunday Brunch And Live Music At The Nantucket Hotel
There will be a Sunday Brunch at The Nantucket Hotel from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. with guitarist Michaela Mofsen live on the Front Porch for Brunch.
50th Annual Nantucket Garden Club Community Daffodil Flower Show
From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., The Nantucket Garden Club Annual Daffodil Flower Show will take place with daffodil flower entries, floral arrangements and photography entries at the Nantucket Inn, 1 Miller Lane. Complete show entry information and schedule here.
Live Music At Cisco Brewers: Steve Rondo
From 4-7 p.m., there will be live music at Cisco with Steve Rondo. 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.