🗽 Labor Day Weekend on Martha's Vineyard: 8/29-9/1
2026 save the dates, 4 new openings, 8 new closures, 30+ coffee shops of mv, and of course - what do do this weekend!
Jump Scare! 🚨
The first batch of 2026 Save the Dates are here. And the BIG list of Seasonal Closures (updated weekly) has begun behind the paywall. This week we have 4 new openings and 8 closures on island that I know of. I also wrote a guide about coffee shops!
⏱️ This Week on MVacay
🗺️ What To Do This Weekend
Friday, August 29, 2025
🎻 Summer Contra Dance at Grange Hall, West Tisbury, 5–7p / More Info / Suggested donation
A family-friendly evening of live fiddle music and traditional dance. No experience necessary, all ages welcome.🖼️ Annual Labor Day Artisans Festival at Agricultural Hall, West Tisbury, 4:30–6:30p (Sat & Sun too) / More Info / ~$5
Browse work by top Island artists and makers at MV's largest juried art show, with demonstrations, music, and food.👻 Ghosts, Gossip, and Downright Scandal Walking Tours at 58 Dock Street, Edgartown, 7–8:15p / More Info / ~$20
🎬 Drive-In Movie: Good Will Hunting at The Vineyard’s Drive-In, Vineyard Haven, 7:30p / More Info / ~$5
🎸 Sunset Concert Series – Johnny Hoy & the Bluefish at Trinity Park, Oak Bluffs, 6–7:30p / More Info
🎤 MV Jazz & Blues Summerfest – Opening Night Concert at Union Chapel, Oak Bluffs, 6p / More Info / ~$25–$175
🎭 Uncle Chris at Martha's Vineyard Playhouse, Vineyard Haven, 7–8:30p (Thurs & Sat too) / More Info
Saturday, August 30, 2025
🎣 Martha's Vineyard Surfcasters Annual Used Tackle Sale Fundraiser at MVRHS Parking Lot, Oak Bluffs, 8a–1p
🏃 Foot it For Felix 5K Trail Walk/Run and Family Fun Run at Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown, 8:45–11:30a / More Info / $30
🧺 West Tisbury Farmers Market at Grange Hall, 9a–12p / More Info / Free
🛍️ Chilmark Flea Market at Flea Market Field, Chilmark, 9a-2p (Wed too) / More Info / Free
🐴 Misty Meadows Open House at Misty Meadows Equine Learning Center, West Tisbury, 10a–12p / More Info / Free
Meet the horses, tour the barn, and learn about equine programs offered to people of all ages.🦈 Indigenous Knowledge Meets Shark Science at Martha's Vineyard Museum, 4p / More Info / ~$25
🎶 Lexie Lowell Live at Stillpoint at Stillpoint, West Tisbury, 5–6p / More Info / ~$25
Enjoy an intimate set of original harp-infused pop music as Lexie Lowell shares her songs and reflections on creativity, spirituality, and mental health.
Sunday, August 31, 2025
🛶 37th Annual Oar & Paddle Regatta at State Beach, Little Bridge, Oak Bluffs, 9–11a / More Info / ~$50
Race any floating vessel 2.4 miles to benefit cleaner Island waters including kayaks, canoes, paddleboards, even bathtubs welcome.🎉 Oak Bluffs Open Market at Washington Park, Oak Bluffs, 10a–2p
🍔 Burgers & Bubbles at 99 Main Street, Edgartown, 12:30–5p / More Info / ~$175
A 21+ gourmet cook-off with chef-made burgers, Veuve Clicquot, oysters, music, and community vibes on the historic Daniel Fisher House lawn.🎶 Martha's Vineyard Sound Music Festival at The Cove Mini Golf, Vineyard Haven, 3–10p / More Info / ~$55
Celebrate the end of summer with live performances by Barrington Levy and local artists, food trucks, and vendors.🌸 Family Flower You Pick – August at Horse Barn Garden, 4–6p / More Info / ~$10
🎤 Community Sing at Tisbury Amphitheater, Vineyard Haven, 5–6p / More Info / Free
🎤 MV Jazz & Blues Summerfest – Symphony & Soul Concert at Union Chapel, Oak Bluffs, 6p / More Info / ~$25–$175
Sunday, September 1, 2025 - Labor Day
No special events this holiday, but check your favorite spots to see if they’ll be open before heading over!
⚠️ Events subject to change. Always check before you go!
Behind the Paywall: 5 market and live music seasons ending, plus a few closures, 4 new store + restaurants opening, a new book to pick up, a tick survey, a famous private chef’s guide to MV, and Save the Dates through October.