🎥 This Weekend on Martha's Vineyard: 3/28-3/30
a new up-island itinerary, mv film festival, a dog festival, workshops + more opening dates announced
As I draft a post for next month, I asked friends and family this week: What do you wish you knew about Martha’s Vineyard sooner? Drop your answer in the comments, I’m curious!
⏱️ This Week on MVacay
📆 Itinerary: One Perfect Day Up-Island in Chilmark, Aquinnah & West Tisbury (2025)
I’ve shared one-day itineraries for all the Down-Island towns, and it was finally time to create one for Up-Island! This year, I’m including a custom Google Map with each itinerary to help you visualize the route, explore nearby alternatives, and easily navigate to every stop.
🗺️ What To Do This Weekend
Friday, March 28, 2025
🐶 2025 NY Dog Film Festival @ MV Film Center, Vineyard Haven, 4p / More Info / Cost: (also Sat + Sun)
Dog-loving short films benefiting MV Animal Shelter.🍴 Island Flavors Unleashed @ Harbor View Hotel, Edgartown, 6p / More Info / Cost: $100
Chef demos and tastings from top Island talent, wine and cocktails included.🎭 Comedy with TBD Improv @ The Barn, Bowl & Bistro, Oak Bluffs, 7-8:30p / More Info / Cost: $15
Live improv comedy from Vineyard-based performers.🎥 25th Martha's Vineyard Film Festival @ Grange Hall, West Tisbury, times vary / More Info / Cost: Pay what you can (also Sat + Sun)
Independent films, filmmaker Q&As, and special events celebrating 25 years. Accompanied by dining specials each day for attendees.🎬Screening of Prime Minister @ MV Performing Arts Center, Oak Bluffs, 7:45p / More Info / Cost: $25
Documentary on Jacinda Ardern with post-film Q&A.
Saturday, March 29, 2025
🧘 Yin/Restorative Yoga + Sound Bath @ Stillpoint, 11a / More Info / Cost: suggested donation
Gentle yoga and sound healing with crystal bowls and gongs.🎨 Enameling on Copper Workshop @ Featherstone, 10a-1p / More Info / Cost: $75
Create enamel art on copper using heat and stenciling techniques.🧀 Soft and Fresh Cheeses with Charlie @ Slough Farm, Edgartown, 10a-12p / More Info / Cost: $30
Make your own ricotta and other fresh cheeses.💐 Flower Arranging with Aubrey and Mary @ Donaroma's Nursery, Edgartown, 1-3p / More Info / Cost: $95
Design a seasonal bouquet using sustainable techniques.🍝 Know Your Pasta @ MV Museum, Vineyard Haven, 3-4:30p / More Info / Cost: $50
Shape Southern Italian pasta and take it home to cook.🧘♀️ New Moon Sonic Flow @ Hot Yoga MV, Vineyard Haven, 4-5:30p / More Info / Cost: $20–$40 suggested donation
Gentle movement, sound meditation, and ritual for the Aries new moon and solar eclipse.
Sunday, March 30, 2025
🐮 Sunday Selfies with Calves @ Morning Glory Farm, Edgartown, 1-2:30p / More Info / Cost: Free
Meet and feed 4H calves, including an Oreo-colored heifer.🍯 Honey, Wine, and Island Cooking @ MV Museum, Vineyard Haven, 3-4:30p / More Info / Cost: $35
Recipes and stories from MV’s new cookbook with local honey tasting and wine.
Behind the paywall you’ll find 25+ Save the Dates (links to register included, in clear chronological order) and 25+ Island and Restaurant Updates.