🌠 This Weekend on Martha's Vineyard: 12/6-12/8

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Dec 04, 2024

‘Tis The Season in Tisbury!

I am LOVING the expanded Visit Vineyard Haven traditions. We have a packed few weekends coming up, don’t forget to download the MVacay Events Mobile App to keep track of everything. We just updated it with 2025 dates (around the corner ah!).

⏱️This Week on MVacay

It’s December which means we are transitioning from the “What’s Closed” post to the “What’s Open” Roundup! This is the post to bookmark, I’ll update it each Friday to reflect openings/closings:

🍕 Winter 2024-Early 2025: Year-Round Restaurants that Stay Open on Martha's Vineyard

Lis Bluford

December 2, 2024

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🗺️ What To Do This Weekend

All Weekend

🎁 Island Made Holiday Shop at Gayle Gardens, 10a-4p daily
🎁 Featherstone's Annual Holiday Gift Show, 12-4p daily
🎩 Dickens Christmas Village at Carnegie Heritage Center, Edgartown, 10a–5p daily / More Info / Suggested Donation: $5
🎅 Gatchell Holiday Display (15 County Rd, Oak Bluffs), 5-8p daily
🎅 Donaroma's Holiday Light Show, 5-9p daily
🎅Christmas Display in Ocean Park, tune into 88.5fm, 5-9p daily

🎶 First Friday at MV Museum at MV Museum, 4–6p / More Info / Cost: Free
Crafts, live music, and seasonal snacks make this gathering a festive start to the weekend.
✨ Live Music + Late Night Shopping on Main Street at 35 Main Street, 7–9p / More Info
Enjoy live music, special snacks at S+S Kitchenette, s'mores, and special holiday shopping open late.
😂 TBD Improv at Grange Hall, 7p / More Info / Pay-what-you-can
Spontaneous comedy from talented improvisers hailing from NYC, Chicago, and beyond, all driven by audience suggestions.

Saturday, December 7, 2024

🎨 Artist Market on Union Street at Union Street, 10a–2p / More Info / Cost: Free
Discover unique creations by local artists and enjoy holiday shopping in a festive atmosphere.
🍶 Holiday Kiln Opening at Merry Farm Pottery, 10a–5p / More Info / Cost: Free
Discover the latest pottery from a wood-fired kiln, complemented by treats from Beetlebung Farm’s bakery.
🎁 Sixth Annual Aquinnah Artisans Holiday Fair at Aquinnah Town Hall, 10a–4p / More Info / Cost: Free
Browse handmade gifts like wampum jewelry, pottery, and local baked goods, all in a festive artisan market.
🛍️ West Tisbury Winter Farmers Market at Agricultural Hall, 10a–1p / More Info / Cost: Free
Shop local produce, baked goods, and crafts at this cozy indoor market.
🌲 Wreath Making on the Farm at FARM Institute, 10–11:30a / More Info / $50 (non-members)
Create your own wreath with provided evergreens, wreath bases, and decorations. Gardening gloves recommended.
🎶 Community Sing and Dance at Chilmark Free Public Library, 11:30a–12:30p / More Info / Cost: Free
Join Roberta Kirn for a joyful mix of singing and movement, perfect for all ages.
🏠 A Vincent House Christmas at Vincent House, 12–2p / More Info / Cost: Free
Step back into the 19th century and learn about the Island’s early Christmas traditions from expert guides.
🍬 Gingerbread House Decorating at Oak Bluffs Public Library, 2–3:30p / More Info / Cost: Free
Decorate gingerbread houses with provided kits. Pre-registration is required for this family-friendly event.
☕ Holiday Tea at Martha's Vineyard Playhouse, 2–4p / More Info / Cost: Free
Relax with tea, scones, and finger sandwiches in the cozy Marilyn Meyerhoff lobby.
🎅 The Giving Tree Lighting at The Black Dog Campus, 2–5p / More Info / Cost: Free
Enjoy live music, kids' crafts, and photos with Santa before lighting the Giving Tree at 5p.
📚 West Tisbury Library’s Annual Holiday Party at West Tisbury Public Library, 2–4p / More Info / Cost: Free
Celebrate with live music, card-making, sensory snow crafts, and tasty treats for all ages.
🎨 Winter Wreath Celebration at Polly Hill Arboretum, 3:30–5p / More Info / Cost: Free
Join the community to decorate a holiday wreath, enjoy refreshments, and make vine holiday crowns.
🍸 MV Museum Winter Soiree at MV Museum, 5–7p / More Info / $40 (non-members)
Celebrate with refreshments, live music, and a festive atmosphere in the museum’s beautiful setting.
🍹 Vineyard Slush Haven Holiday Pop-Up at Sophie’s Summer Shop, Time 5-9p / More Info
Celebrate with a special pop-up event featuring Vineyard and holiday-themed drinks.
🎼 Island Chorus Holiday Concert at Old Whaling Church, 7:30–8:30p / More Info / $20 (students free)
The Island Community Chorus presents a magical holiday performance under the direction of William Peek.

Sunday, December 8, 2024

🛍️ Shop 2 Share at Participating Businesses, All Day / More Info / Cost: Free
A portion of sales from participating shops will benefit Island Grown Initiative.
🐴 Barn Buddies at Martha's Vineyard Agricultural Society, 3–4:30p / More Info / Cost: Free
Trikes, bikes, scooters, and indoor games for kids ages 0–8. Bring a helmet if you have one. Drop-ins welcome!
❄️ Winter Wonderland at Downtown Vineyard Haven, 12–2p / More Info / Cost: Free
Carriage rides, bell choirs, and traveling carolers bring festive cheer to downtown streets.

📅 Save The Date

The Christmas in Edgartown highlighted events below are Lis’s Picks, for the full list including times and locations, please see the MVacay Pocket Guide or official website:

🧸Christmas in Edgartown - Pocket Guide (2024)