🎅 This Weekend on Martha's Vineyard: 12/11-12/14

ob stroll, christmas in edgartown, parade, craft shows, late night shopping + more!

I’m gracing your inboxes one day early, since events start tomorrow for the weekend!

⏱️ This Week on MVacay

🗺️ What To Do This Weekend

Note: This is not a comprehensive list of Christmas In Edgartown events. For inclusivity and brevity, we’ve aimed to highlight a curated mix of island-wide happenings.

All Weekend

• 🧝‍♀️ Dickens Village Vignettes at The Carnegie, Edgartown, 10a–3p / More Info

• 🛍 World Market Holiday Shop at Capawock Theatre, 11a–5p

• 🎁 Holiday Gift Show at Featherstone Center for the Arts, 12–4p / More Info

• 🧶 Island Made Holidays at Gayle Gardens, 10a–4:30p

Thursday, December 11, 2025 - BONUS DAY!

• 🎁 Oak Bluffs Holiday Stroll at Oak Bluffs, 3–7p / More Info
  A festive walk through downtown Oak Bluffs with artisan vendors, holiday treats, DIY activities, and in-store specials across participating shops.

• 🍲 Holiday Potluck at Grange Hall, West Tisbury, 5:30–7:30p
  A cozy, community potluck dinner hosted by West Tisbury Parks & Recreation.

• ❄️ Evening of Enchantment / Land of the Northern Lights at Donaroma’s, Edgartown, 5–7p / More Info / Free
  A family-friendly holiday evening at Donaroma’s with lights, refreshments, and seasonal surprises under the Northern Lights theme.

• 🎅 Annual Santa Fun Run and Walk with Amity Island Running Club at Bad Martha Farmer’s Brewery, Edgartown, 5:30p / More Info / $10 suggested donation

• 🍻 Ugly Sweater Bar Hop – Christmas in Edgartown at The Carnegie, Edgartown, 6–10p / More Info / Free (registration requested)

Friday, December 12, 2025

• 🧸 Martha’s Vineyard Teddy Bear Suite at Harbor View Hotel, 2–6p / More Info / $5 + fees (Sat & Sun too)

• 🛍️ Artisan Pop-Up at Katama General Store, 4–7p / (Sat 9-5 too)

• 📖 Live Music and Book Signing at The Wharf Pub, Edgartown, 4–9p (Sat too)

• 🕊️ No Room in the Inn at Federated Church, Edgartown, 4–6p / More Info / Free
  A celebration of Habitat for Humanity with a nativity exhibit, silent auction, and community reception inside the historic Meeting House.

• 🛍️ ‘Tis the Season Late-Night Shopping at Main Street, Vineyard Haven, 5–8p

• 🎄 Lighting of the Edgartown Lighthouse at Memorial Wharf, 5:30–6:15p / More Info / Free
  A seaside version of the traditional tree lighting with carols, mascots, giveaways, and the lighting of the iconic lighthouse at 6p sharp.

• 🎶 Live Music: Martin and Kelly + CJ Solar at Harbor View Hotel, Edgartown, 5–10p / More Info
  A festive country music performance on-site before and after the lighthouse lighting with standing-room holiday cheer.

• 🎬 Elf Interactive Movie & Holiday Sale at Grange Hall, West Tisbury, 5:30–9:30p / More Info / $20
  An interactive screening of Elf with audience participation, holiday crafts, and a fundraiser supporting island youth theater.

• 🎶 Music Series: Bella (Bosa Nova) & Erik Peterson at PathwaysARTS, Chilmark, 7:30–9:30p / More Info / Free

• 🎼 Minnesingers Holiday Concert at Old Whaling Church, Edgartown, 8p / More Info / $20

Saturday, December 13, 2025

• 🎄 Christmas Faire & Silent Auction at First Congregational Church, West Tisbury, 9:30a–2:30p / More Info / Free
  A festive holiday market with greenery, baked goods, vintage jewelry, and a silent auction supporting church ministries.

• 🍭 Sweet Homes of Edgartown Gingerbread House Display at Mad Martha’s, 10a–3p / More Info / Free to view (Sun too)
  A magical gingerbread house competition and display with voting, hot chocolate, and family fun to benefit the MV Animal Shelter. Sign up by EOD today to submit a house.

• 🧝 Plum Hill School Annual Elves Faire at The Federated Church, Edgartown, 10a–2p / More Info
  A Waldorf-style holiday celebration with DIY crafts like beeswax candle-making and gingerbread houses, a handmade toy shop, café, and silent auction.

• 🎨 Christmas in Edgartown Art & Crafts Festival at Edgartown School Gym, 10a–4p / More Info / Free (Sun too)
  A two-day artisan fair showcasing handmade goods from local artists, with food concessions supporting the Edgartown School 8th Grade.

• 🎁 Edgartown Village Holiday Market at Village Green, Edgartown, 10a–4p / More Info / Free
  A holiday open-air market with island-made gifts, seasonal snacks, and festive vibes hosted by the Edgartown Board of Trade.

• 🧝 Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt at The Carnegie, Edgartown, 10a–3p / More Info / $5 suggested donation

• 🐢 Felix Neck Pop-Up at Harborside Inn, Edgartown, 10a–2p / More Info

• 🎅 Christmas in Edgartown Parade at Main Street, Edgartown, 11–11:45a / More Info / Free
  A charming holiday parade with floats, music, dancers, and Santa Claus marching through downtown Edgartown.

• 🎨 Little Gems Show + Jazz by Jeremy Berlin at Eisenhauer Gallery, Edgartown, 11:45a–1:45p / More Info

• 🍭 Candy Cane Lane at Nevin Square, Edgartown, 12–3p / More Info

• 🎶 Live Music: Johnny Hoy & Delanie Pickering at The Wharf Pub, Edgartown, 3–5p / More Info

• 🎸 A Country Christmas at The Strand at Strand Theatre, Oak Bluffs, 7–10p / More Info / $25+
  A high-energy holiday concert featuring country hits and festive favorites from CJ Solar, Martin & Kelly, and local artist Rose Guerin.

CIE Shoppers Trolley: A free trolley runs Saturday from 12 to 3 PM and makes it easy to skip parking while riding between the Park & Ride, Church Street, the library, and the school.

Sunday, December 14, 2025

• 🏃 Holiday Hustle 5K at Edgartown School, 8–9a / More Info / $25 adults, $15 kids (pre); $30 adults, $20 kids (day-of)

• 🥞 Breakfast with Santa at MV Boys & Girls Club, Edgartown, 8:30–11:30a / More Info

• 🌳 Between the Oaks Outdoor Church at First Congregational Church, West Tisbury, 4:30–5:30p / More Info / Free

• 🕎 First Night of Hanukkah Menorah Lighting Extravaganza at Mini Park, Edgartown, 4–5p / More Info / Free
  A joyful menorah lighting in Edgartown with traditional treats, music, and community spirit hosted by Chabad on the Vineyard.

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