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Events for December 2019
July 2019
Friends Fete with The Ballroom Thieves
An evening under the stars to celebrate the inspiring beauty of Nantucket’s preserved and open spaces. Includes hors d’oeuvres, raw bar, open bar, live music and dancing at the Almanack Arts Colony in Polpis. Young Friend ticket $150, Patron ticket $300.
Find out more »8th Nantucket Yoga Festival
Bringing together the very best of world-class yoga instructors, wellness experts and healthy living guides.
Find out more »Race for Open Space
Organized by the Nantucket Conservation Foundation Associates, this 5K, 10K race or two mile walk attracts serious runners, casual joggers, walkers and those who are simply avid supporters. Proceeds go to the Foundation’s Land Fund. Entry fee for 5K - $50, 10K - $65, 2 mile walk $50.
Find out more »Sunday Night Concert
Island Tunes. A showcase for Nantucket singers and songwriters to develop their skills while putting on a fun and interesting show.
Find out more »Garden Tour with Katie Hemingway of Grass Roots
A guided tour of Nantucket gardens. Participants will meet at Nantucket Lighthouse School and visit properties via a tour van, allowing guests to see a curated selection of private gardens. Tickets $125 until June 30, $150 after June 30.
Find out more »Nantucket Window Box Tour and Demo with Fabrizia Lu Macchiavelli
A curated walking tour of some of Fabrizia’s favorite in-town window boxes. After the tour, Fabrizia will welcome the group into a private town garden where she will demonstrate how to design and plant a spectacular and iconic Nantucket window box. Tickets $100 until June 30, $125 after June 30.
Find out more »Garden Soirée
Celebrate the 11th annual Nantucket Garden Festival in the historic garden of the famed Middle Brick. Includes DJ Billy Voss and garden-inspired cocktails and sommelier-selected wines by Epernay. Event will feature a curated art show and spectacular floral installation, as well as a raw bar. Tickets $175 until June 30, $225 after June 30.
Find out more »The Nantucket Art & Artisan Show
The Nantucket Art & Artisan Show is Small Friends largest fundraiser of the year. The proceeds from the Preview Party and the show will help support the organization’s general budget. Thursday: 6 PM – 9 PM Friday and Saturday: 10 AM – 6 PM Sunday: 10 AM – 3 PM
Find out more »Garden Tour with Amy Pallenberg of Amy Pallenberg Garden Design
A guided tour of Nantucket gardens. Participants will meet at the Nantucket Lighthouse School and visit properties via a tour van, and will see a curated selection of private gardens. Tickets $125.
Find out more »Fairy Gardens & Floral Crowns
This workshop welcomes children ages 4 and up, to the amazing world of gardening with fairies in mind. Participants will make a fanciful fairy dwelling out of natural materials. Once finished with their fairy garden, children will design and craft a beautiful floral crown with fresh-cut flowers. Tickets $60 until June 30, $75 after June 30.
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White Shark Post-Race Triathlon Party at Cisco Brewers
The post-race party will be a great time with live music. Each entry includes a free t-shirt and two free drinks for adults over 21 years of age. Proceeds will go to support Ocearch, a non-profit organization with a global reach for research on great white sharks. Tickets are limited and not sold at the door – must buy tickets at www.eventbrite.com.
Find out more »Sunday Night Concert
Live music by Coq Au Vin. Coq au Vin is a fresh and unique revivalist musical ensemble specializing in the performance of a spicy mélange of Gypsy jazz, French, Spanish, Klezmer and Latin American music, as well as American blues standards. Listeners are quickly transformed to revelers as they are transported to a vintage American speakeasy or Parisian café one minute, and the streets of Havana the next. Coq au Vin is available in several different arrangements ranging from a…
Find out more »Schoolama 5 Concert
Nantucket's own Shchoolama 5 unites with The Nantucket Lobster Trap's 1$ Oyster Night to bring you a night of musical seafood field excitement.
Find out more »Nantucket Atheneum Dance Festival
The Nantucket Atheneum Dance Festival is a major fundraising event for the Atheneum, which must raise 60 percent of its budget through special events and private donations.
Find out more »Yoga With A View
Bettina Broer started practicing yoga in 1978 & has been teaching it for the past twenty-some years. Adults $20, teens $15, kids $10 and mats $2.
Find out more »Sustainable Nantucket’s Farm Fresh Feast
An evening under the stars, celebrating the bounty of the season. Start with cocktails and appetizers while you explore the farm, then sit down for a locally grown dinner prepared by Nantucket Culinary; finally dance the night away while enjoying desserts from Nantucket bakeries. Dinner tickets $250, Cocktail tickets $75, Dessert & Dancing tickets $35.
Find out more »Tie-Dye Clinic
June 28 - August 16 every Friday at Children's Beach from Noon-1:00pm. Bring a $7 per shirt or $5 if you bring your own.
Find out more »On the Isle’s 20th Anniversary Gala Evening
Two simultaneous performances, 45 minutes each. Guests will be assigned to one of the venues to start, and switch to the other venue at intermission. Enjoy a glass of bubbly during intermission. Guests will gather for a dessert reception under the stars and dance the night away to a Swing-era Big Band.
Find out more »December 2019
Christmas Stroll
Imagine cobblestone streets lined with glittering fir trees, strolling carolers in Victorian garb and Santa and Mrs. Claus greeting wide-eyed children. This picture-perfect backdrop is what makes Christmas Stroll Weekend a truly enchanting experience.
Find out more »Ninth Annual Basket Festival and Sale
The museum will re-open for the weekend with an expanded gift shop featuring the work of local weavers and museum members. It is the perfect opportunity to see the work of so many contemporary artists for sale in one place. A portion of the proceeds benefits the museum.
Find out more »Festival of Trees at the Whaling Museum
The Festival of Trees is a fun holiday tradition that transforms the Whaling Museum into a festive winter wonderland for the entire month of December! This event features community-crafted trees designed by local merchants, nonprofit organizations, artists, and children.
Find out more »NHA Historic Holiday Houses
Tour three NHA historic homes decorated for the holiday season, visit nha.org for details and ticket information.
Find out more »Holiday House Tour
The Friends of Nantucket Public School's annual Holiday House Tour ticket includes tour admission and access to the Festival of Trees at the Whaling Museum on December 6th only. Visit Friends of Nantucket Public Schools website for tickets!
Find out more »Theatre Workshop of Nantucket: Matilda
Inspired by the twisted genius of Roald Dahl, the Tony Award-winning Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical is the captivating masterpiece from the Royal Shakespeare Company that revels in the anarchy of childhood, the power of imagination and the inspiring story of a girl who dreams of a better life. With book by Dennis Kelly and original songs by Tim Minchin, Matilda has won 47 international awards and continues to thrill sold-out audiences of all ages around the world.
Find out more »Festival of Trees at the Whaling Museum
The Festival of Trees is a fun holiday tradition that transforms the Whaling Museum into a festive winter wonderland for the entire month of December! This event features community-crafted trees designed by local merchants, nonprofit organizations, artists, and children.
Find out more »Nantucket’s Own Christmas Marketplace
Meander through a wondrous Christmas Market and celebrate the enchantment of the season. Indulge in the aromas of delectable food and beverages as you chat with friends and survey a variety of handcrafted gifts and merchandise sold by Chamber members and non-profit organizations, all at the foot of Main Street!
Find out more »Storefront and Tree Decorating Contest
Stroll through town to admire the gaily decorated trees and storefronts. Place your vote for your favorite in our annual “People’s Choice Award.” Stop by the Chamber Information Table at Zero Main Street for information on trees & stores in the decorating contest (see below for all participating stores) and to pick up your ballots!
Find out more »NHA Historic Holiday Houses
Tour three NHA historic homes decorated for the holiday season, visit nha.org for details and ticket information.
Find out more »Main Street Entertainment
Stop by the stage at the foot of Main Street to enjoy performances by Theatre Workshop of Nantucket, The Boys and Girls Club, Susan J. Berman, PJ Moody, The Accidentals & Naturals, and more!
Find out more »Nantucket Town Crier Rings in Christmas Stroll
Gather at the Main Street stage to help the Town Crier ring in the 46th Stroll....and follow him down to Straight Wharf to welcome Santa!
Find out more »Santa Claus Arrives at Straight Wharf
Watch Santa arrive via Coast Guard cutter, and join Santa’s parade as it travels up Main Street and across Centre Street to the NHA Whaling Museum. (Santa will be traveling in a vintage fire truck this year!) The "Head Elf" visits with children from 1-2:45 P.M. Doors close promptly at 3:00PM.....Santa needs to return to the North Pole!
Find out more »Visit with Santa and the Head Elf
The "Head Elf" visits with children from 1-2:45 P.M at the NHA Discovery Room located the Nantucket Whaling Museum. Doors close promptly at 3:00PM.....Santa needs to return to the North Pole!
Find out more »Visit the Magical Talking Tree
Children young and old have long been enchanted by our mysterious Talking Tree, beautifully decorated for Stroll by local designer David M. Handy. Nestle close to its branches and listen....will your wish for the holiday season be granted?
Find out more »Entertainment at the Whaling Museum
The Nantucket Chamber of Commerce hosts a lineup of delightful entertainment along Centre and Broad streets during Santa's visit. Be sure to check out these fabulous musical acts, including Nantucket's own Accidentals & Naturals, and the Victorian carolers!
Find out more »Theatre Workshop of Nantucket: Matilda
Inspired by the twisted genius of Roald Dahl, the Tony Award-winning Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical is the captivating masterpiece from the Royal Shakespeare Company that revels in the anarchy of childhood, the power of imagination and the inspiring story of a girl who dreams of a better life. With book by Dennis Kelly and original songs by Tim Minchin, Matilda has won 47 international awards and continues to thrill sold-out audiences of all ages around the world.
Find out more »Ugly Sweater Contest
At the Main Street Stage, you could win a prize for wearing your ugly holiday sweater! Sign up from 10:30am to 2:30pm at the Chamber's merchandise table at Zero Main Street. Get ready to strut your stuff at 3pm!
Find out more »Community Caroling on Main Street
Join our world- renowned Victorian Carolers for a very special sing-along on the steps of Pacific National Bank at the top of Main Street. Sponsored by the Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce.
Find out more »Theatre Workshop of Nantucket: Matilda
Inspired by the twisted genius of Roald Dahl, the Tony Award-winning Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical is the captivating masterpiece from the Royal Shakespeare Company that revels in the anarchy of childhood, the power of imagination and the inspiring story of a girl who dreams of a better life. With book by Dennis Kelly and original songs by Tim Minchin, Matilda has won 47 international awards and continues to thrill sold-out audiences of all ages around the world.
Find out more »Festival of Trees at the Whaling Museum
The Festival of Trees is a fun holiday tradition that transforms the Whaling Museum into a festive winter wonderland for the entire month of December! This event features community-crafted trees designed by local merchants, nonprofit organizations, artists, and children.
Find out more »NHA Historic Holiday Houses
Tour three NHA historic homes decorated for the holiday season, visit nha.org for details and ticket information.
Find out more »Theatre Workshop of Nantucket: Matilda
Inspired by the twisted genius of Roald Dahl, the Tony Award-winning Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical is the captivating masterpiece from the Royal Shakespeare Company that revels in the anarchy of childhood, the power of imagination and the inspiring story of a girl who dreams of a better life. With book by Dennis Kelly and original songs by Tim Minchin, Matilda has won 47 international awards and continues to thrill sold-out audiences of all ages around the world.
Find out more »Festival of Trees at the Whaling Museum
The Festival of Trees is a fun holiday tradition that transforms the Whaling Museum into a festive winter wonderland for the entire month of December! This event features community-crafted trees designed by local merchants, nonprofit organizations, artists, and children.
Find out more »Holiday Small Works, Artists Association of Nantucket
All works are 12 x 16 inches or smaller by our local Nantucket artists. Exhibition on display through Dec. 23; Gallery Open Monday – Saturday 10 AM – 5 PM (closed 2- 2:30)
Find out more »NHA Historic Holiday Houses
Tour three NHA historic homes decorated for the holiday season, visit nha.org for details and ticket information.
Find out more »Festival of Trees at the Whaling Museum
The Festival of Trees is a fun holiday tradition that transforms the Whaling Museum into a festive winter wonderland for the entire month of December! This event features community-crafted trees designed by local merchants, nonprofit organizations, artists, and children.
Find out more »Holiday Small Works, Artists Association of Nantucket
All works are 12 x 16 inches or smaller by our local Nantucket artists. Exhibition on display through Dec. 23; Gallery Open Monday – Saturday 10 AM – 5 PM (closed 2- 2:30)
Find out more »NHA Historic Holiday Houses
Tour three NHA historic homes decorated for the holiday season, visit nha.org for details and ticket information.
Find out more »