🕎 This Weekend on Martha's Vineyard: 12/19-12/21
late-night shopping, Hanukkah celebrations, winter markets, artisan fairs and A Christmas Carol
Happy Hanukkah!
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🗺️ What To Do This Weekend
Friday, December 19, 2025
🛍️ Island Outfitters Holiday Sale 50% off Everything at Island Outfitters Oak Bluffs + Online, 10-6p (All Weekend)
🎬 Annual Interactive Holiday Movie at West Tisbury Library, 3–4:45p / More Info / Free
The whole family is invited to enjoy a cozy screening of Elf with cookies, candy canes, and interactive fun, pajamas encouraged!🛍️ ‘Tis the Season Late-Night Shopping at Main Street, Vineyard Haven, 5–8p
🕎 Hanukkah Celebration at MV Hebrew Center, 5:30p / More Info
The first candle lighting is followed by dinner from Chef Ting and live music from Eric Johnson and Anthony Esposito. Registration required.🎭 A Christmas Carol: A Live Radio Play at Grange Hall, 7:30p / More Info / Pay-what-you-can (Various Showings + Days)
A festive radio-style performance of Dickens’ classic, featuring live sound effects and local talent in a cozy setting.🎥 Science on Screen® – ReENTRY at MV Film Center, 7:30p / More Info / Free
This sci-fi screening includes a talk on multiverses by astrophysicist Dr. Erin Macdonald and director Brendan Choisnet.
Saturday, December 20, 2025
🛍️ Vineyard Artisans Holiday Festival at Daniel Fisher House, Edgartown, 10a–4p (Sun too) / More Info
Shop handcrafted, one-of-a-kind holiday gifts made by local artists at this final artisan fair of the year.🛍️ Notalot Farm Shop Holiday Sale 50% off Everything at Notalot Farm Shop
🛍️ Annual Chilmark Holiday Flea Market at Chilmark Community Center, 10a–3p / More Info
Island vendors offer handmade gifts, baked goods, and holiday décor at this festive community sale.🥕 Winter Farmers Market at Agricultural Hall, 10a–1p / More Info
A lively market featuring local food, music, vendors, and a raffle in a warm indoor space.🔔 Sound Bath with Trish Ginter at Edgartown Library, 11:30a–12:30p / More Info
🍵 Sassafras Tea Party at MV Museum, 2–3:30p / More Info / $35
Learn about the cultural roots and uses of sassafras while sipping tea and enjoying baked goods at this educational tasting.🎸 Guitar Duo: Eric Johnson & Lucas Ostinato at Edgartown Library, 3–4p / More Info
🎶 Live Music Series: Johnny Hoy & Delanie Pickering at The Black Dog Café, 6–8p / More Info
Sunday, December 21, 2025
🍳 Brunch at The Maker at The Maker, 11a–3p
A curated brunch menu featuring elevated comfort fare like lox benedict and kimchi-chorizo fried rice by Chef Carlos Montoya.🌙 Solstice Music: Constant Smiles, Lake of Autumn, Hannah Sparrow at Pathways at the Chilmark Tavern, 7–9p (Doors 6:30p) / More Info / Free
Behind the Paywall: two new openings, a retreat, two closings, some holiday breaks, and a brunch offering to reserve! Plus, NYE options and Save the Dates thru January.