Local Guides

📅 2026 Save the Dates: Big Events on Martha's Vineyard

a roundup of all the big events happening on island in 2026, updated frequently as new dates are announced

Aug 23

🚴 Electric Bike Guide to Martha’s Vineyard

Everything you need to know about exploring MV with an e-bike, including ferry info, rental options, sample itineraries + routes

Aug 5

🏄‍♂️ MV Outdoor Adventures: Paddleboarding, Kayaking & Surfing

Explore Martha's Vineyard by Paddleboard, Kayak, or Surfboard — Rentals, Tours, and Local Tips

Jul 28

🎪 MVacay’s Ag Fair Pocket Guide (2025)

Everything you need to know about the Martha's Vineyard Agricultural Fair organized into one digital post

Jul 28

👩‍🌾 Non-Profit Spotlight: Island Grown Initiative & the Island Food Pantry

A look inside the newly renovated pantry and how IGI is feeding our island with dignity, care, and community.

Jul 22

🎥 MVacay Pocket Guide: Martha’s Vineyard African American Film Festival (MVAAFF) 2025

A complete, day-by-day schedule of films, panels, parties, and speakers — your 2025 go-to guide for what’s happening, when, and where.

Jul 16

⚾ Martha's Vineyard Activity Spotlight: Sharks Baseball Game at The Shark Tank

An affordable, all-ages summer tradition for locals and visitors

Jul 7

🚤 Martha's Vineyard Activity Spotlight: Cottage City Charters Private Boat Ride

Custom private charter experiences - an MVacay bucket list item!

Jun 30

🕷️ Ticks on Martha’s Vineyard: What to Know in 2025

What I’ve Learned About Tick Safety, Bites, and Alpha-Gal

Jun 17

🪣 MVacay's Summer 2025 Bucket List - Activities to Do on Martha's Vineyard

Lis's personal picks for new, fun things to do on MV this summer

Jun 2

📸 Guide to Taking Family Photos on Martha's Vineyard

Where to take them + planning tips from top island photographers (+ parents!)

May 12

🧺 Farmers + Artisan Markets on Martha's Vineyard

All the Markets, All in One Place! Weekly Schedules, Pop-Ups + 2025 Dates

Apr 26

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