🌱This Weekend on Martha's Vineyard: 5/8-5/10
mother's day roundup, family photos, comedy, a new celeb chef moves to MV, fundraisers + more
Happy Mother’s Day Weekend! Especially to my mom, Alison, who is a huge part of MVacay ❤️
⏱️ This Week on MVacay
One of my favorite things to ask for Mother’s Day is family photos! We just scheduled ours, and it reminded me of this wonderful guide:
I also found myself referencing this inclusive list of wellness providers, which is a great place to go to find a gift card for mom:
🗺️ What To Do This Weekend
Friday, May 8, 2026
🎨 A Season of Flowers Opening Reception at Miner Family Gallery, 5-8p / More Info
A floral-inspired collaborative art show by Taylor Stone and her mother Lori Stone opens Mother’s Day weekend.🎉 Vineyard Montessori School’s Big Night Out at Portuguese-American Club, 7-10p / More Info / Free
A lively annual fundraiser with music, dancing, food, and an online auction supporting local education.😂 An Evening of Comedy with Susan Rice at The Strand Theatre, 7:30p / More Info / $45
Saturday, May 9, 2026
🌱 Community Greenhouse Annual Sale at Community Greenhouse of Martha’s Vineyard, 10a-3p / More Info
🌿 Tyke Hikes at Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, 9:30-10:30a / More Info
🛍️ Mother’s Day Market & Brunch Specials at Town Bar & Grill MV, Sat 12-3p / More Info
Enjoy Mother’s Day specials while shopping a pop-up market featuring 14 local artists and makers. Specials available Sunday for Brunch too.🌱 Seedlings By The Sea at West Tisbury Free Public Library, 2-3:30p / More Info
Kids in grades K–8 can decorate pots, plant sprouts, and enjoy snacks at this hands-on community event.🥣 Empty Bowls Fundraiser Supper & Silent Auction at The Grange Hall, 5-9:30p / More Info / $35-$60 suggested donation
An evening of dinner, music, dancing, and a silent auction benefiting children and families in Gaza.🎭 No Bones Variety Show at Martha’s Vineyard Playhouse, 6p + 8:15p / More Info / Pay-what-you-can
An eclectic comedy showcase featuring improv, sketch, and experimental performances.🎶 Minnesingers Spring Concert at MV PAC, 7-8:30p / More Info / $5–$15
Sunday, May 10, 2026
🌸 Mother’s Day Brunches & Specials
Brunch & Mini Family Portraits at Harbor View Hotel, 11a-3p
Brunch at Lambert’s Cove Inn, Red Cat Kitchen, Maker Cafe, Rockfish, Pawnee House
High Tea at S&S Kitchenette, 1-4p
Portrait Pop-Up at Morrice Florist, starts around 11a
🎬 The Devil Wears Prada 2 at Edgartown Cinemas, 1p & 6:30p
😂 An Evening of Comedy with Ophira Eisenberg at The Strand Theatre, 7p / More Info / $45
Behind the Paywall: a wonderful sustainability guide, new car rentals, a new CSA, another celebrity chef moves to MV, which restaurants opened this week + Save the Dates.
