🍅 Weekend Update: 5/31-6/2 - Events on Martha's Vineyard
🍅 Weekend Update: 5/31-6/2 - Events on Martha's Vineyard
hi june! eco-drag show, town picnic, ob market + concert
It’s about to be June!
Last year we made a free Martha’s Vineyard Bucket List App and I just revisited mine for the summer to start making a list of all the things I want to do this season. The app is pretty simple - you check off things you’ve done, and add things to your personal Bucket List that you want to do. It includes descriptions and links. Of the 60 activities I’ve completed 39. I hope you enjoy it and find it handy!
🌦 Weekend Weather:
Friday: 🌥 A mild day with partly cloudy skies, highs reaching 70°F.
Saturday: ☀ A lovely, sunny day, warming up to 74°F—perfect for outdoor activities.
Sunday: 🌥 Another partly cloudy day with highs around 71°F, comfortably breezy.
⏱️ Recently on MVacay
This is the last weekend before many up-island beaches become Permit-Only for the summer - one last chance to lounge at Lucy Vincent, Lambert’s Cove, and more.
Coming Next Week: A Brunch Guide + Restaurants that take Reservations
🗺️ What To Do This Weekend
All Weekend
Martha’s Vineyard Jazz Excursion and Golf Weekend
5/31 All White Welcome Party / 6/1 Golf Outing + Excursion, Jazz Concert / 6/2 Jazz Brunch at Eleven Circuit
Martha's Vineyard Spring Women's Retreat
A weekend retreat to cherish life, prepare and celebrate the transition from spring to summer.
Friday (5/31)
💆 Couples Zero Balance Date Night at Slough Farm, 6-8:30p
Learn basic techniques for couples to support each other in relaxing and rejuvenating. Free / More Info
🎶 Live Music at Nomans, 6p / Black Dog Tavern, 6-8p / The Ritz, 8+10p / PA Club 7:30p / Bad Martha at 4p
🎬 Movie: Rocky Horror Picture Show at The Strand, 7p (Sat at 3+7 too)
🎬 Martha's Vineyard Dance Film Festival at Grange Hall, 7:30p
A fusion of dance and cinema with live performances. $15 / More Info
Saturday (6/1)
🚶 Land Bank's Annual Cross-Island Hike at Hillmans Point Preserve, 8a
A day-long guided hike across the island. Free / More Info
🐐 Barnyard Buddies at FARM Institute, 9:30-10:30a
Family program to explore the farm and meet friendly animals. $10 / More Info
🌊 MV Hospital Climate Resilience Project – Community Discussion at Oak Bluffs Town Hall, 10-11:30a
Discussion on climate vulnerability and flooding risks on access routes / More Info
🌸 Garden Workshop: Birds, Bees and Butterflies at Vineyard Gardens Nursery, 11a
Discussion on plants for a pollinator garden.
🦋 Eco-Drag Show at Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, 3-5p
A celebration with dance, music, and performances. $20 / More Info
🎣 2024 Martha’s Vineyard Rod & Gun Club Fly Rod Striped Bass Catch and Release Tournament at Various Locations, 7p
A tournament focused on conservation and camaraderie. $45 / More Info
Editors Note: I previously reported that the WT Farmers Market was back this weekend, unfortunately that date was incorrect and it begins June 8th.
Sunday (6/2)
⛳ 30th Annual Martha's Vineyard Boys and Girls Club Golf Tournament at Farm Neck Golf Club, 8a
A golf tournament to raise money for youth programs. $150 / More Info
💃 Dance Recital: Edge of Seventeen at MV Performing Arts Center, 10a & 4p
Performances showcasing the accomplishments of RISE students. $20 / More Info
🛍️ Oak Bluffs Open Market at Washington Park, 10a-2p
A variety of locally grown produce, specialty foods, and crafts.
🥪 West Tisbury Town Picnic at Grange Hall, 12-3p
Picnic lunch with music, wagon rides, and games. Free / More Info
🎨 Exhibit Opening Reception: 100 Languages of Children at Featherstone Center for the Arts, 4-6p
Art exhibit celebrating Garden Gate's 25th anniversary. Free / More Info
🎶 Sundays in the Park Concert: John O'Toole at Ocean Park Bandstand, 5:30-7:30p
Live music by John O'Toole. Free
For more live music options, check out: 🎶 Roundup: Live Music on Martha's Vineyard (2023)
📅 Save The Date
June 3 - Uncle Nearest at The Ritz with MV Bartender
June 4 - First MV Sharks Home Game
June 6-9 - MV Food and Wine Festival
June 6 - MV Concert Series w Jorma Kaukonen
June 6 - A Special Opening at Ruel Gallery in Menemsha
June 7 - Vineyard Haven First Fridays begin
June 7 - The Lesson at MV Playhouse
June 7 - TBD Improv at the Grange
June 7-9 - Pride in OB
June 7 - Sip&Buzz at Eastway, Pride Kick-Off at The Ritz
June 8 - Parade in OB, After-Parade Band, After Party
June 9 - Drag Brunch at Red Cat Kitchen
June 9 - Graduation: MVRHS at the Tabernacle
June 11 - MV Author Series begins
June 12 - Martha's Vineyard Magazine's Best of the Vineyard Party
June 13 - Taste of The Vineyard
June 15 - Taste Patron’s Party + Auction
June 15 - Harborfest OB
June 15 - Strawberry Festival at Morning Glory Farm
June 16 - Brazil Fest at Ag Hall
June 18 - First Edgartown Village Market of the season
June 19 - Juneteenth Programs
June 21 - First MV Drive-In of the season
June 22 - Chilmark Flea Market begins
June 27-30 - Amity Week in Edgartown
June 28 - Featherstone Fridays with Johnny Hoy Begin
June 29 - Evening of Discovery at MV Museum
June 27-30 - Filmusic Festrival at MV Film Society
June 30 - Chappy Point to Point
Events Added this Week: Jewel at the Tabernacle, Black Fashion Week, and more. July + Beyond Found Here: 📅 Save the Date: Martha's Vineyard Big Events 2024!
📍Business + Restaurant Updates
Open Now or This Weekend: Midnight Med, Pelican Club, Katama General Store, Aalia’s PM, Katama Kitchen
Reopening Dates Coming Soon:
Coming Soon: June 3 - Woods at Lambert's Cove Inn / June 6 - MV Salads / June 14 - Grace Church
Still Closed: Dairy Queen, Midnight Taco, Seagrass Bar + Grill, 9 Craft Kitchen
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