This weekend, we’re reminded to appreciate the Native land we’re on. We honor the original stewards of Martha’s Vineyard, the Aquinnah Wampanoag, and their ancestral homeland. While it’s easy to focus on the 20+ restaurant and food spot closures that come with this weekend each year, it’s also a celebration of the season and of a place rich in history.
⏱️ This Week on MVacay
🪶 Honoring the Aquinnah Wampanoag of Noepe on Martha’s Vineyard
I've updated this guide with some of the latest news and initiatives from the Aquinnah Wampanoag, including efforts to return and protect ancestral land, address climate threats to the Aquinnah Cliffs and create Aquinnah Headwaters, a Native-led healing center for Indigenous women and children.
🗺️ What To Do This Weekend
Friday October 9, 2026
🎣 Martha's Vineyard Striped Bass and Bluefish Derby @ Derby Headquarters, Dock Street, Edgartown, Daily weigh-ins 8-10a & 7-9p / More Info (All Weekend)
🎨 Bass in the Grass @ The Carnegie, Edgartown / More Info / Free (All Weekend)
🌽 Morning Glory Farm Corn Maze at Morning Glory Farm, daily 8:30a-5:30p / More Info / $5 (All Weekend)
🧘 Self Care Club at West Tisbury Public Library, 3:15-4:15p / More Info / Free
A weekly program for ages 8+ focused on creative, restorative self-care activities and healthy habits.🎬 Fall Film Showcase: The Incomer at Grange Hall, 7p / More Info / Pay what you can
Part of Circuit Arts’ Fall Film Showcase, with relaxed couch seating at the Grange Hall. Advance tickets are available online.
Saturday October 10, 2026
🏃 Oak Bluffs School Annual Fall 5K Run & Walk at Washington Park, 8:30a / More Info / $30
🥕 West Tisbury Farmers Market at Agricultural Hall, West Tisbury, 9a-12p / More Info / Free
🎃 Fall on the Farm at The FARM Institute, 10a-12p / More Info / $25 per family
Family admission covers up to five guests and one pumpkin, with wagon rides, crafts, a scavenger hunt and barnyard animals. Pre-registration is encouraged because pumpkins are limited; the event is weather dependent.🍂 Harvest Festival at Oak Bluffs Public Library, 10-11:30a / More Info / Free
Held outdoors on the library lawn in partnership with Slough Farm, with cider, popcorn, crafts, activities and farm animals.🌻 Vineyard Gardens Annual Harvest Festival at Vineyard Gardens, 10a-2p / More Info / Free
Seasonal plants, nature crafts and fall projects include pumpkin bouquets, pinecone bird feeders and paperwhite planting.🎨 Vineyard Artisans Fall Festival at Grange Hall, 10a-4p (Sun too) / More Info
Warehouse Sales:
🌸 Donaroma’s Floral Hard Goods Sale at Donaroma’s, 9a-5p (Sat & Mon too) / More Info
🛍️ Bespoke Abode Warehouse Sale at Bespoke Abode, / More Info
🏷️ Tracker Home Decor Annual Storage Unit Sale at 11 North Line Road, Edgartown, 10a-2p / More Info
🪑 Second Treasures Annual Inventory Reduction Sale at Featherstone Center for the Arts, 10a-2p (Sun too) / More Info
✂️ Drop-In Crafts: DIY Reading Scratchers and Paint by Sticker at Aquinnah Public Library, 12-3p / Free
🌽 First Annual Cornhole Tournament at Nomans, 12-4p / More Info / $50 per team
🌿 Fall Wreath Workshop at Juniper, 1-3p / More Info / $125 Call to Register
🎬 Fall Film Showcase: Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother at Grange Hall, 7p / More Info / Pay what you can
🎥 American Doctor with Dr. Feroze Sidhwa at Martha’s Vineyard Film Center, 7:30p / More Info / $15
The documentary follows three physicians working amid the Gaza conflict and their advocacy in the U.S. The screening is followed by a discussion with humanitarian and trauma surgeon Dr. Feroze Sidhwa; doors open at 7p.
Sunday October 11, 2026
🛍️ Oak Bluffs Open Market @ Washington Park, Oak Bluffs, 10a-2p / More Info / Free
🚗 Car-B-Q Classic Auto Show & Power Cruise at Winnetu Oceanside Resort, 11a-2p / More Info / Free
The Power Cruise through Edgartown begins at 10a before the cars gather at Winnetu for the show, People’s Choice voting, barbecue and awards. Spectator admission is free.🍽️ Season End All-You-Can-Eat Celebration at Nomans, 11a-until sold out / More Info / $25
Nomans wraps up its 2026 season with an all-you-can-eat sendoff. Kids under 12 eat free; drinks are not included.🌱 Create a Food Forest in Your Backyard at Beetlebung Farm, 1-2:30p / More Info / Free
✍️ Open Writing Hours at Featherstone Center for the Arts, 1-3p / More Info / Free
🔔 A Super Sound Bath with Priscilla Warner and Alison Leipzig at Stillpoint, 4-5p / More Info / $30-$60
🌳 Between the Oaks Outdoor Church at First Congregational Church of West Tisbury, 4:30-5:30p / More Info
🎵 Sundays In The Park Concerts @ Ocean Park, Oak Bluffs, 5-7p / More Info / Free - Last of the Season
Monday, October 12, 2026 - Indigenous Peoples’ Day
🍽️ MV Local Wild Food Festival at Grange Hall, 12-5p / More Info
Chef Billy Manson brings the Local Wild Food Challenge back to MV for an afternoon of culinary competition, wild food demos, outdoor cooking, live local music and Island artisans. Food and drinks will be available for purchase throughout the day.💆 Spa Day at Tashmoo Farm, 1-5p / More Info
🪶 Sassafras Earth Education Indigenous Peoples Day at Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, 2-3:30p / More Info / Free
A community gathering honoring Wôpanâak people, culture and ancestral territory, with speakers and songs from the Black Brook Drummers.
What’s New This Week on MV: restaurant closing dates, the Lucky Hank’s and Murdick’s updates, Four Sisters Inn construction news, and a big Save the Dates list through November.