No Room at the Inn - the annual crèche exhibition at the Federated Church of Martha’s Vineyard will benefit Habitat for Humanity of Martha’s Vineyard. Over 40 crèches from all over the world will be shown in their historic 1828 Meeting House. The Creches or small tableaus represent the stable where Jesus was born when his family could find “no room in the Inn.” Children are welcome and will go home with an illustration and activity of a nativity scene. Learn about Habitat and support their cause with a silent auction featuring a wonderful selection of over 20 donated items.

Dress your for four-legged friend for the Holiday Dog Show! Stop by the Mini Park from 11 am - 1 pm on Sunday to enter your pal, take a photo, and continue on your merry way. Winner will be selected and announced later in the day on Visit Edgartown’s social media. Sparkle, shine, costumes and cheer are strongly recommended.

The Dog Show is sponsored by Al Fresco Tails Pet Sitting and will benefit the Animal Shelter of Martha’s Vineyard.

Join the culinary team from 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. Additional details coming soon!

Shop at SALTE on Sunday, December 10th to support our fundraiser for the Martha's Vineyard Boys & Girls Club! 10% of all sales will be donated to the MVBGC. 

The Martha's Vineyard Boys & Girls Club is excited to be hosting the "Holiday Hustle" as part of the Christmas in Edgartown festivities! All ages and levels are encouraged to run or walk this 5k course that weaves through downtown Edgartown. We encourage you to show your holiday spirit by wearing festive holiday attire, awards will be given for best dressed. Dogs and strollers are welcomed!

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All proceeds go directly to supporting the work of the Martha's Vineyard Boys and Girls Club.

The Vineyard Preservation Trust invites you to come explore the island’s oldest house at 99 Main Street. Built in 1672 for William and Susanna Vincent, this modest home once stood on 20 acres of farm land by the shore of Edgartown Great Pond.

Join Plan It Martha’s Vineyard for the sweet side of the holiday in Candy Cane Lane with a warm + gooey s’mores or just warm up by the fire! This sugar rush will surely last the afternoon | $6 | A portion of proceeds to benefit the Island Food Pantry

No Room at the Inn - the annual crèche exhibition at the Federated Church of Martha’s Vineyard will benefit Habitat for Humanity of Martha’s Vineyard. Over 40 crèches from all over the world will be shown in their historic 1828 Meeting House. The Creches or small tableaus represent the stable where Jesus was born when his family could find “no room in the Inn.” Children are welcome and will go home with an illustration and activity of a nativity scene. Learn about Habitat and support their cause with a silent auction featuring a wonderful selection of over 20 donated items.

Are you planning a destination wedding? The event team at Plan It Martha’s Vineyard is here to welcome you into the holiday season, also known as Engagement Season! Join us for this opportunity to meet your island event planner and enjoy some holiday cheer! Gift bags for the first 10 persons through the door. We are accepting non-perishable items to share with our friends at the Island Food Pantry.

Stop by Boneyard Surf Co. in Edgartown for a WILD experience! Visit with live animals, identify bones, explore tracks and more as you learn how different animals survive winter! Donations appreciated to support Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary. Email jkirkland@massaudubon.org with your questions. Thank you to Boneyard Surf Co. hosting this favorite annual pop-up!

You’re invited to Saint Andrew’s annual Christmas in Edgartown Open House. Come join us for hot beverages, baked goods and treats and our beloved meat balls, gravy and rolls. There will be children's crafts and our tradition of making cards for our service people who keep us safe. Donation suggested for one of the charities presented.

Head to the Old Sculpin during Christmas in Edgartown and shop for one of a kind gifts, wreaths and small works created by Martha's Vineyard Art Association artists. All proceeds will help fund the MVAA's scholarship fund. Saturday, December 9th 11am-3pm

Unique handmade items from community members including jewelry, needlepoint, knitted items,  paintings, photos, cards, toys, cakes, candies, cookies, ornaments, pies, jams and jellies are sold at this  fair to benefit Hospice of Martha’s Vineyard. All proceeds from the sale will go directly to the care of  patients and their families which are provide at no cost.

Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt at The Carnegie Heritage Center. Please call 508–627–4440 with your questions.

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 hello@plumhillschool.com with questions.

This annual holiday event features the work of some of our amazing Island artists and craftspeople. Join them in celebration of 30 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 2024. For questions about the event or how to be a vendor, please call Fran at 508-560-6721.

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, Foley Family Wines & Wash Ashore Beer Co.

Stop by for some holiday cheer during the library’s Open House. There will also be refreshments, an adult craft, kids craft, plant sales and a screening of The Nutcracker Ballet in our program room (timings below). All poinsettia sales will benefit the Friends of the Edgartown Library and support programming - thanks to Donaroma's Nursery for their generous donation of plants and for supporting the Friends.

10 AM - 2 PM | Children's Room Drop-In Craft: Make Your Own Wrapping Paper

12 PM - 2 PM | Friends’ Annual Poinsettia Sale

3 PM | Movie Screening: The Nutcracker

1 - 2 PM | Adult Holiday Craft: Ornament Painting

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 in the Edgartown Yacht Club parking lot. Please call 508-627-4343 with your questions.

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.

Head to the Old Sculpin during Christmas in Edgartown and shop for one of a kind gifts, wreaths and small works created by Martha's Vineyard Art Association artists. All proceeds will help fund the MVAA's scholarship fund.

We look forward to welcoming holiday revelers and friends both old and new!  Enjoy a cup of clam chowder, holiday confections, get your 2024 planner (while supplies last), and enter the raffle to win a beautiful holiday gift basket. 

Sponsored by the Friends of the Edgartown Council on Aging and open to all. Benefiting The Anchors, Edgartown Council on Aging.

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!

Join Martha’s VIneyard Bank for their Christmas In Edgartown Open House. Benefitting The Red Stocking Fund, enjoy the “Lift Your Spirits” theme along with wine, cheese, cookies and more.  Don’t miss the opportunity to donate to The Red Stocking Fund, and purchase Lift Certificates to local merchants available for purchase, now including the new nonprofit part of the Lift Store – someone can make a donation in someone’s name as a gift.  We will also have wine and cheese, cookies, etc.

Shop our One Day Sale and help us Kick off a season of giving for the MV BOYS & GIRLS CLUB. Slate will be donating 10% of all store sales to the club, in support of their year round programming for island youth!

Dress your for four-legged friend for the Holiday Dog Show! Stop by the Mini Park from 11 am - 1 pm on Sunday to enter your pal, take a photo, and continue on your merry way. Winner will be selected and announced later in the day on Visit Edgartown’s social media. Sparkle, shine, costumes and cheer are strongly recommended.

The Dog Show is sponsored by Al Fresco Tails Pet Sitting and will benefit the Animal Shelter of Martha’s Vineyard.