43rd Annual Christmas In Edgartown

Traditionally One Of New England’s Most Charming Holiday Weekend Festivals, Edgartown Over The Holidays Does Not Disappoint.  Over Four Decades In The Making, The Edgartown Board Of Trade Is Proud To Keep The Cheer Here - Showcasing The Winter Magic That Can Be Found In Everyone’s Favorite Summertime Town. 

Schedule:

Thursday, December 12, 2024

Sharing The Trail: African American History Tour In Edgartown

3:00 Pm  4:00 Pm

Old Whaling Church (Map)

Celebrate The Season With The African American Heritage Trail By Exploring Its Amazing Sites In Edgartown.  Join Them For A Walk Honoring Edgartown’s Legacy As A Historic Community. 

Meet At The Whaling Church At 3 P.M. 

Don’t Miss This Historical Walking Tour, With Stops At Sites Like The Courthouse, Federated Church, Edgartown Harbor And More. Learn Where Frederick Douglass Made His Impassioned Appeals For Justice, Hear The Honored History Of Judge Herbert E. Tucker, Discover Nancy Michael’s Blessing (Or Curses!) For Whaling Sailors, And Envision Esther’s Story From Atop Beautiful Memorial Wharf.  Book Your Tour Today: Https://Mvafricanamericanheritagetrail.Org/Tours/

Boards On Boards At Nell Home

4:00 Pm  8:00 Pm

Nell Home (Map)

Pick Out The Perfect Gift For Anyone In Your Life. A Unique Way To Bring Home A Piece Of The Island, Choose A Piece Expertly Crafted By Chappaquiddick Wood Company And Enjoy Free Laser Engraving Of Anything You Can Dream Up! Enjoy Complimentary Bites And Refreshments. Email [email protected] With Your Questions. Nell Home Is A Proud Sponsor Of Christmas In Edgartown.

Evening Of Enchantment - 'Twas The Night Before Christmas

5:00 Pm  7:00 Pm

Donaroma's (Map)

Kick Off The Weekend And Join The Enchanting Elves At Donaroma's For A Very Special 'Twas The Night Before Christmas Celebration. Decorations And Characters From The Favorite Story By Clement Clarke Moore. Decked Out In Its Holiday Finest, Donaroma's Offers All The Magic And Wonder Of The Season With Kids Activities, A Holiday Wish Tree, Decorated Boxwood Tree Raffle And More! Refreshments For All! Free Admission! 

Donaroma's Light Show 5 Pm - 9 Pm In The Parking Lot Set To Festive Music On 87.9 Fm (Light Show Through Wednesday, January 1, 2025)

Annual Santa Fun Run & Walk With Amity Island Running Club

5:30 Pm  7:00 Pm

Bad Martha Farmer's Brewery (Map)

Please Join Us For A Walk Or Run (Distance And Pace Of Your Choice) To Kick Off Christmas In Edgartown Weekend! Santa Hats And Beards Will Be Provided, But Feel Free To Wear Any Of Your Own Festive Wear! There Will Be A "Most Festive" Costume Prize Awarded. **Reflective Gear And Headlamps Are Required! 

A $10 Donation Is Suggested. Amity Island Running Club Will Be Making A Donation To The Island Food Pantry. The Amity Island Running Club Is A Running Group On Martha's Vineyard - Everyone Welcome!

Friday, December 13, 2024

Sharing The Trail: African American History Tour In Edgartown

3:00 Pm  4:00 Pm

Old Whaling Church (Map)

Celebrate The Season With The African American Heritage Trail By Exploring Its Amazing Sites In Edgartown.  Join Them For A Walk Honoring Edgartown’s Legacy As A Historic Community. 

Meet At The Whaling Church At 3 P.M. 

Don’t Miss This Historical Walking Tour, With Stops At Sites Like The Courthouse, Federated Church, Edgartown Harbor And More. Learn Where Frederick Douglass Made His Impassioned Appeals For Justice, Hear The Honored History Of Judge Herbert E. Tucker, Discover Nancy Michael’s Blessing (Or Curses!) For Whaling Sailors, And Envision Esther’s Story From Atop Beautiful Memorial Wharf.  Book Your Tour Today: Https://Mvafricanamericanheritagetrail.Org/Tours/

A Vincent House Christmas

5:00 Pm  7:00 Pm

99 Main Street (Map)

New This Year, Step Into The Festive Spirit And Charm Of Christmas Past In The Island’s Oldest House. Expert Guides Share Captivating Stories Of The Vineyard’s Early Rural Christmas Celebrations, Revealing How 19th-Century Traditions Were Shaped By Works Like Clement Clarke Moore’s A Visit From St. Nicholas. Experience The Warmth And Joy Of Family Gatherings, Acts Of Charity, And Seasonal Cheer.  Brought To You By The Vineyard Preservation Trust.

December 13th: 5-7pm

Vineyard Preservation Trust's Holiday Cocktail Party At The Carnegie

5:30 Pm  7:30 Pm

The Carnegie (Map)

Celebrate An Old-Fashioned Christmas With The Vineyard Preservation Trust. Enjoy Fine Libations And Scrumptious Passed Hors D’oeuvres At  The Beautifully Decorated Carnegie.  $100 Per Person, Please Visit Https://Vineyardtrust.Org/Events/ To Reserve Your Tickets.

Lighting Of The Edgartown Lighthouse

5:30 Pm  6:15 Pm

Memorial Wharf (Map)

A Time Honored Tradition, Edgartown’s Version Of A Tree Lighting Is Full Of Seaside Village Charm. Thank You To The Mv Museum For The Annual Holiday Lighting Of The Edgartown Lighthouse, Which Takes Place At 6pm Sharp, With Help From The Mv Cub Scouts And Martha's Vineyard Girl Scouts. 

Come Celebrate With Us At Memorial Wharf For A Great Viewing Spot And Countdown! Beginning At 5:30 Pm Edgartown’s Favorite Mascots, Non-Profit Concessions, Caroling, Give-Aways And Maybe The Man In Red Himself! This Fun Event Is Brought To You By Cape Cod Five Cents Savings Bank.

If You Wish To Watch The Lighting From The Harbor View Hotel, You Must Make Reservations With Bettini Restaurant. The Museum Extends Special Thanks To Tom Bassett And His Crew For Volunteering Their Time To String The Holiday Lights Every Year.

Minnesingers Annual Family Holiday Concert

8:00 Pm  9:30 Pm

Old Whaling Church (Map)

Benefit Concert For The Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School Choral Group, Minnesingers And Vineyard Preservation Trust. This Is Their 32nd Year The Minnesingers Have Performed At The Old Whaling Church. Tickets $20.00; Doors Open At 7:30. Please Call 508–627–4440 With Questions And Visit Https://Vineyardtrust.Org/Events/ To Reserve Your Tickets. 

Holly & Ivy Holiday Ball

8:00 Pm  10:00 Pm

Harbor View Hotel (Map)

It's Christmas In Edgartown...A Black-Tie Affair Is On Deck Ready For You To Enjoy The Holidays To The Fullest!  Ball Gowns, Tuxedos, And Really Stylish Suits Or Dresses—Dig In And Pull Out Your Holiday Attire, And Join Us At The Beautiful Harbor View Hotel. Dancing With Music Provided By Dj Rock Well. Grab Your Friends And Enjoy A Night Full Of Holiday Cheer: Tickets Sales Now

Proceeds And Donations Benefit The Martha's Vineyard Boys And Girls Club.  This Event Is Brought To You By Hoverfly Events, A Proud Sponsor Of Christmas In Edgartown.

Saturday, December 14, 2024

Jk Designs Personalized Gifts At Juniper

9:00 Am  6:00 Pm

Juniper (Map)

Make A Special Gift Even More Special With Free Personalization Of Any Jk Designs Purchase. 2 Week Turnaround. Local Pick Up Only. Please Call 860-514-6896 With Your Questions.

Edgartown Patrolman's Association Stuff-A-Bus

10:00 Am  4:00 Pm

Lower Main Street Parking Lot (Map)

Help The Edgartown Police Department Bring Joy To Island Families This Season. Bring A Gift To Their Annual Stuff-A-Bus Event. All Toys Will Be Donated To The Red Stocking Fund, Which Ensures The Toys Donated Go To Local Families.

They Cannot Accept Electronic Gifts (Tablets, Cell Phones, Video Games, Etc.). Most Requested Items Include: Legos, Action Figures, Baby Dolls, Sports Equipment, And Bikes. If You Cannot Make It To Christmas In Edgartown, Donations Can Be Dropped Off At The Police Department Starting December 1st.  They Will Be At The Main & Water Street Corner. Please Call 508-627-4343 With Your Questions. 

Donaroma's Wreath Workshop

10:00 Am  4:00 Pm

Donaroma's (Map)

Create A Holiday Wreath With Help From Our Floral Department! Dry Wreaths $70. Wet Wreaths And Boxwood Trees $85. All Supplies Included. Space Is Limited. Registration Required. Please Call 508-627-8366 To Reserve Your Spot.

A Vincent House Christmas

Sat, Dec 14, 202410:00 Am  Sun, Dec 15, 20242:00 Pm

99 Main Street (Map)

New This Year, Step Into The Festive Spirit And Charm Of Christmas Past In The Island’s Oldest House. Expert Guides Share Captivating Stories Of The Vineyard’s Early Rural Christmas Celebrations, Revealing How 19th-Century Traditions Were Shaped By Works Like Clement Clarke Moore’s A Visit From St. Nicholas. Experience The Warmth And Joy Of Family Gatherings, Acts Of Charity, And Seasonal Cheer.  Brought To You By The Vineyard Preservation Trust.

December 14th: 10am-4pm.

December 21st: 10am-2pm

31st Annual Christmas In Edgartown Art & Crafts Festival

10:00 Am  4:00 Pm

Edgartown School (Map)

This Annual Holiday Event Features The Work Of Some Of Our Amazing Island Artists And Craftspeople.  Join Them In Celebration Of 31 Years Of A Wonderful Edgartown Tradition! Free Parking On Site. Food Concessions Provided By The 8th Grade Class. Come Take Care Of All Your Holiday Shopping.. Benefiting Edgartown School Class Of 2025. For Questions About The Event Or How To Be A Vendor, Please Call Fran At 508-560-6721.

Nell's Annual Holiday Sweater Contest

10:00 Am  6:00 Pm

Nell (Map)

Get Into The Festive Spirit With A Holiday Sweater Contest! Show Off Your Most Creative And Outrageous Holiday Sweater For A Chance To Win A $250 Gift Card. Nell Is A Proud Sponsor Of Christmas In Edgartown.

Holiday Faire In The Edgartown Village Green

10:00 Am  3:00 Pm

Edgartown Village Green (Map)

Brought To You By The Edgartown Village Market, The Holiday Faire Is Back And Right In The Heart Of Our Downtown Winter Wonderland. Make S'no Mistake, This Is An Absolute Must-Do Event! Join Us In The Village Green To Shop One-Of-A-Kind Artisanal Goods From Over 20 Local Vendors In This European-Style Christmas Market Complete With Hot Cocoa, Treats, And Entertainment For The Whole Family. Warm Up In The Tented Beer Garden While Listening To Live Music And Enjoying An Array Of Seasonal Food And Drinks. Libations Will Be Available For Purchase To Benefit Local Non-Profits. 

Thank You To Our Holiday Faire Partners: Vineyard Preservation Trust, Edgartown Village Market, Donnelly + Co, Amity Island Running Club & Wash Ashore Beer Co. 

Elf On The Shelf Scavenger Hunt At The Carnegie Heritage Center

10:00 Am  3:00 Pm

The Carnegie (Map)

Elf On The Shelf Scavenger Hunt At The Carnegie Heritage Center. Please Call 508–627–4440 With Your Questions.

Plum Hill School Annual Elves Faire

10:00 Am  2:00 Pm

The Federated Church (Map)

The Elves Fair Is Back To Benefit The Plum Hill School, A Christmas In Edgartown Tradition. Make Your Own Gingerbread Houses, Beeswax Candles And More. Warm Up With Lunch At Our Elves Cafe & Visit Our Waldorf Gift Shop For Handmade Toys And Books. The Silent Auction Is Now Digital So There Is More Room For Crafting, Eating, Shopping And Enjoying The Holiday Spirit Together. Please Email [email protected] With Questions.

Christmas In Edgartown Parade

11:00 Am  11:45 Am

Main Street (Map)

Join Us For The Holiday Magic On Main Street! Don’t Miss The Fun - Floats, Animals, Music, Dancers, Kids, Fire Engines, And Of Course Santa. The Parade Will Take Place On Main Street Between Pease’s Point Way And Water Street. (Rain Or Shine)

Thank You To Rockland Trust For Their Support And Sponsorship Of This Favorite Weekend Event!

Photos With Santa Sponsored By Wallace & Co

11:45 Am  1:00 Pm

The Covington (Map)

Sponsored By Wallace & Co. Sotheby's International Realty, Santa Will Be Arriving At 52 Main Street In Edgartown Following The Parade.  Santa Will Be Available For Photos At The Covington From 11:45 Am - 1:00 Pm.  Use Your Own Camera, No Charge.  Donations Will Be Accepted To Benefit The Red Stocking Fund. Contact 508.627.3313 Or [email protected] For More Information.

Wallace & Co. Sotheby's International Realty Is A Proud Sponsor Of Christmas In Edgartown.

Holiday Swing At Juniper

2:00 Pm  6:00 Pm

Juniper (Map)

Shop And Swing To The Tunes Of Dj Rockwell At Juniper!

Sharing The Trail: African American History Tour In Edgartown

3:00 Pm  4:00 Pm

Old Whaling Church (Map)

Celebrate The Season With The African American Heritage Trail By Exploring Its Amazing Sites In Edgartown.  Join Them For A Walk Honoring Edgartown’s Legacy As A Historic Community. 

Meet At The Whaling Church At 3 P.M. 

Don’t Miss This Historical Walking Tour, With Stops At Sites Like The Courthouse, Federated Church, Edgartown Harbor And More. Learn Where Frederick Douglass Made His Impassioned Appeals For Justice, Hear The Honored History Of Judge Herbert E. Tucker, Discover Nancy Michael’s Blessing (Or Curses!) For Whaling Sailors, And Envision Esther’s Story From Atop Beautiful Memorial Wharf.  Book Your Tour Today: Https://Mvafricanamericanheritagetrail.Org/Tours/

Minnesingers Annual Family Holiday Concert At The Old Whaling Church

4:00 Pm  5:30 Pm

Old Whaling Church (Map)

Benefit Concert For The Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School Choral Group, Minnesingers And Vineyard Preservation Trust. This Is The 32nd Year The Minnesingers Have Performed At The Old Whaling Church. Adults $20; Seniors / Student $15; Children 12 And Under Free With Ticket; Doors Open At 3:30. Visit By Santa At This Concert; Please Visit Https://Vineyardtrust.Org/Events/ To Reserve Your Tickets. 

Sunday December 15,2024

Pancake Breakfast With Santa

8:30 Am  11:30 Am

Martha's Vineyard Boys & Girls Club (Map)

Join The Martha's Vineyard Boys & Girls Club As We Transform The Club Into A Winter Wonderland For This Family Fun Pancake Breakfast With Santa. We Will Have A Delicious Meal And Lots Of Fun Kids Activities For Your Little Ones. This Is The Perfect Way To Cap Off Christmas In Edgartown Weekend. 

$20 Per Adult, $10 Ages 4-12, Under 3 Free - Please Pay At The Door.

Children Must Be Accompanied By A Paying Adult.

Winter Beach Clean Up With Friends Of Sengekontacket

9:00 Am  11:00 Am

State Beach, Small Bridge (Map)

Please Bring Your Friends, Family And Island Neighbors To The Annual Winter Beach Clean Up Along Sengekontacket Pond And Its Barrier Beach. Friends Of Sengekontacket Will Be Supplying Gloves, Bags, Hot Chocolate And Donuts! Free Santa Hat For First 25 Volunteers! Come With A Warm Coat And And Walking Shoes.

State Beach And It’s Delicate Shore Needs Your Help! Please Check In At Little Bridge For An Area To Cover And Return Your Bag To Little Bridge When Complete! We Will Be Ready For You To Arrive Anytime Between 9am - 11am.

Winter Wag Walk With Al Fresco Tails

11:00 Am  1:00 Pm

Mini Park (Map)

Join Us For The Winter Wag Walk, A Festive Guided Or Self-Guided Stroll Along The Scenic North Water Street, Beautifully Decorated For The Holidays! The Walking Group Will Depart At 11:30 Am, So Bring Your Furry Friends And Enjoy Fun Activity Stops And Photo Ops Along The Way. Delight In Holiday-Themed Treats For Both Pups And Their Owners. The Walk Begins At The Mini Park And Will End At The Edgartown Lighthouse. 

Free For All Ages - Dogs Are Welcome! Holiday Cheer And Costumes Are Encouraged! Celebrate The Spirit Of The Season With Your Family And Pets!

The Dog Show Is Sponsored By Al Fresco Tails Pet Sitting And Will Benefit The Animal Shelter Of Martha’s Vineyard. 

Sharing The Trail: African American History Tour In Edgartown

3:00 Pm  4:00 Pm

Old Whaling Church (Map)

Celebrate The Season With The African American Heritage Trail By Exploring Its Amazing Sites In Edgartown.  Join Them For A Walk Honoring Edgartown’s Legacy As A Historic Community. 

Meet At The Whaling Church At 3 P.M. 

Don’t Miss This Historical Walking Tour, With Stops At Sites Like The Courthouse, Federated Church, Edgartown Harbor And More. Learn Where Frederick Douglass Made His Impassioned Appeals For Justice, Hear The Honored History Of Judge Herbert E. Tucker, Discover Nancy Michael’s Blessing (Or Curses!) For Whaling Sailors, And Envision Esther’s Story From Atop Beautiful Memorial Wharf.  Book Your Tour Today: Https://Mvafricanamericanheritagetrail.Org/Tours/

Date:December 12-15,2024

Location:Various Venue in Edgartown, MA

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