News and Events for Nantucket Island
Step into the magic of a Broadway-style circus filled with wonder, imagination, and delight on July 23, when the Maria Mitchell Association brings A Night at the Circus to their annual Stargazer Gala, followed by six family friendly performances. Inspired by the fearless spirit of curiosity and discovery that defined […]
This Saturday, Nantucket Island will celebrate Independence Day with all the enthusiasm, fun, and festivity that the town can muster. Main Street will be closed to traffic from early in the morning so preparations can begin. At 7 am, the annual Nantucket Firecracker 5K Race and Walk starts from Jetties […]
The Nantucket Comedy Festival returns July 8 through July 11 for a milestone 20th Anniversary celebration featuring nationally recognized comedians, signature festival traditions, and unforgettable moments that have kept audiences laughing for two decades. Festivities begin this Wednesday, July 8, with the free ACK vs. MVY Kids Comedy SmACKdown. As […]
The Nantucket Dive Into Dance Intensive from Monday, June 29 through Thursday, July 2, offers an unforgettable blend of artistic growth and summer fun for youth aged 8-18 during the week preceding the 2026 Nantucket Dance Festival. Dancers can participate in a full-week dance residency highlighting multiple dance styles or […]
Nantucket Island’s Juneteenth celebration has become an annual tradition on our island. The festivities transform York Street into a block party with music, food, local vendors, arts and crafts, family-friendly activities — drawing attendees of all races, ages, and backgrounds. The celebration will be held this Saturday, June 20, with […]
There are just a few more days to watch Theatre Workshop of Nantucket’s brilliant production of the sharp, laugh-out-loud satire Eureka Day, on stage through June 20. This award-winning play follows the executive committee at a private school as it navigates a mumps outbreak among its students. Tensions rise as […]
Theatre Workshop of Nantucket’s production of Eureka Day, written by Jonathan Spector, follows the executive committee at a private school as it navigates a mumps outbreak among its students. Tensions rise as they are left debating vaccination policies, and the audience gets a taste of the range of opinions among […]
Since 2005, the Geschke Series has brought some of the most distinguished voices in journalism, science, literature, education, and culture to the Nantucket Atheneum, continuing its legacy of thoughtful dialogue dating back to 1834. More than just a series of talks, the Geschke Series is a carefully curated intellectual experience. […]
There’s magic that happens on Nantucket in mid-April. The gray days of winter finally give way, the harbor begins to shake off its deep chill, and, seemingly overnight, millions of golden daffodils bloom across our island.
As summer draws to a close and autumn begins to paint our island landscape, one September tradition marks the changing of the seasons: the Nantucket Island Fair. This community gathering brings together residents and visitors for a weekend of old-fashioned entertainment, local flavor, and island camaraderie. The fair is being […]
