Nantucket Events and Things to Do

View events on Nantucket on or after 06/14/2017

The 63nd Annual House and Garden Tour

Where: 20 Federal Street, Nantucket

When: Wednesday, August 9, 2017, 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

How Much: $60

Categories: Garden

The Nantucket Garden Club House Tour"A Walk on the Cliff"Wednesday, August 9, 201711:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Rain or ShineAll proceeds support Nantucket conservation efforts, fund scholarships to Nantucket High School graduates and award grants to Island non profits. Tickets s...read more

Nantucket Preservation Trust August Fete

Where: Mill Street Neighborhood , 3 North Mill Street, Nantucket

When: Thursday, August 10, 2017, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

How Much: $225, See website for ticket prices

Categories: Arts

On August 10th from 6-8 PM The Nantucket Preservation Trusts hosts the August Fête an event that is meant to encourage the preservation of Nantucket’s historic homes. The evening will include a tour of some of the island’s architecture and neighborhoods. Then the 1...read more

Rafael Osona Auction Preview

Where: The American Legion Hall, 21 Washington Street, Nantucket

When: Thursday, August 31, 2017, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

How Much: Free

Categories: Other

From 10am to 5pm Thurs. & Friday you are cordially invited to preview the September 2nd Auction at the American Legion Hall, 21 Washington Street. Come browse the vast array of Fine Home Furnishings & Antiques, Fine Art, Nantucket Art & Baskets, Hand Woven Oriental Carp...read more

Rafael Osona Auction

Where: The American Legion Hall, 21 Washington St, Nantucket

When: Saturday, September 2, 2017, 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM

How Much: Free

Categories: Other

Auction begins 9:30am at the American Legion Hall, 21 Washington Street.2-Day Advanced Preview Thurs. & FridayFeaturing an array of Original Fine Art, Nantucket Art & Baskets, Fine Antiques and Designer Furnishings, Hand Knotted Oriental Carpets, Estate Jewelry, Sterlin...read more

"Escape from Saigon" Book Signing by Author Dick Pirozzolo

Where: Mitchell's Book Corner, 54 Main Street, Nantucket town

When: Sunday, September 3, 2017, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

How Much: Free

Categories: Hobby

Nantucket-Boston author Dick Pirozzolo will talk about his new novel, "Escape from Saigon" and sign books available for sale at Mitchell's.Spies, intrigue, danger and romance propel the story as "Escape from Saigon" chronicles the events of April of 1975 — the final thi...read more

14th Annual Nantucket Slam

Where: Nantucket town

When: Sunday, September 10, 2017 - Tuesday, September 12, 2017

How Much: Free

Categories: Sports

This all-inclusive two-day competitive catch and release fishing tournament is designed for recreational and avid anglers alike. Anglers are invited with or without their own boats and will be supplied with all necessary tackle and equipment. “The Slam” is the accompl...read more

Nantucket Island Fair

Where: Tom Nevers Fairground, Tom Nevers Road, Tom Nevers

When: Saturday, September 16, 2017 10:00 AM - Sunday, September 17, 2017 4:00 PM

How Much: Adults $5, Children $5, Car- $15

Categories: Festival

Tie-Dye Island Fair T-Shirts10:30 - 3:30 pm SATURDAY & SUNDAY EVENTS TENTVisit Our Wonderful Volunteers at the Tie-Dye StationPurchase the t-shirts of your choice?THIS IS AN ON GOING EVENT both Saturday & Sunday while supplies l...read more

Open Nights at Loines Observatory

Where: Loines Observatory, 59 Milk Street Extension , Nantucket town

When: Daily, Monday, June 12, 2017 - Wednesday, August 30, 2017

How Much: $10, $10 for non-members, free for members

Categories: Outdoor

Join our professional astronomers for an impressive tour of the starry sky and for telescopic viewing of the Moon, planets, nebulae, galaxies, and more. Programs take place at 59 Milk Street Extension and are weather permitting. No pre-registration necessary. Please cal...read more

Open Exhibition

Where: Cecilia Joyce and Seward Johnson Gallery, 19 Washington Street , Nantucket

When: Daily, Friday, September 8, 2017 - Monday, September 25, 2017

How Much: Free

Categories: Arts

Open to all island artists, this is another popular AAN exhibition which features only 10 x 10 sized works, hung in a grid-like patter on both floors of the gallery. The show ends on September 25. Reception for the exhibit is Sept 8th, 6pm to 8pm, otherwise call for hou...read more

Amy Stiller in “Just Trust”

Where: Bennett Hall, 62 Center St, Nantucket town

When: Tuesday, September 19, 2017, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

How Much: $35

Categories: Music

A semi-autobiographical tale based on true events!Stiller is an actress and comedienne. She has been seen in both film and television, most notably on Inside Amy Schumer, Bored to Death, King of Queens, The Secret Life of Walter Mitty and The Cable Guy among others. She...read more