EVENTS
The 2026 listing of events will be added to daily in the next two months. Our Christmas in Edgartown programming is brought to you by the Edgartown business and non-profit communities, so we will be continuing to add events as they become available.
Events By Day:
All Weekend | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday
Event Type:
Santa | Family Friendly | For The Kids | Shopping | Dining | Pet Friendly | Great Outdoors
Things to Know:
Most Festive ‘Fit Award | Saturday Shopper’s Trolley |
People’s Choice Window Contest | Where to Eat
Can’t make it this year?
Holiday Faire in the Edgartown Village Green
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 30 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.
Participating artisans coming soon
Thank you to our Holiday Faire partners: Vineyard Preservation Trust, Edgartown Village Market, Donnelly + Co, Amity Island Running Club & Wash Ashore Beer Co. , and Foley Family Wines.
33rd Annual Christmas in Edgartown Art & Crafts Festival
This annual holiday event features the work of some of our amazing Island artists and craftspeople. Join them in celebration of 33 years of a wonderful Edgartown tradition! Free parking on site & “Shopper Trolley” to Church Street available 12 - 3 PM. Food concessions provided by the 8th Grade Class. Come take care of all your holiday shopping.. Benefiting Edgartown School Class of 2027. For questions about the event or how to be a vendor, please call Fran at 508-560-6721.
DJ Felix NYE Party at Alchemy
Celebrate New Year's Eve in style! We can’t wait to welcome you to Alchemy, where we have two seating times available: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM for a delicious three-course meal, and 7:15 PM - 10:00 PM for an exceptional four-course dining experience, click here for the menu. Be sure to catch our dazzling balloon drop and enjoy an amazing party with DJ Felix spinning your favorite tracks. Reservations can only be made by phone. We look forward to celebrating with you! Call 508-627-9999 for more information.
Breakfast with "The Grinch" & Sunday Brunch
Serving a Holiday Brunch Menu 11:30am - 2pm along with a special "Breakfast w/ The Grinch" kids menu. Photos w/ The Grinch & a festive Rockfish morning!!!
Contact jtoppinvineyard@gmail.com for additional information.
32nd Annual Christmas in Edgartown Art & Crafts Festival
This annual holiday event features the work of some of our amazing Island artists and craftspeople. Join them in celebration of 32 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 2026. For questions about the event or how to be a vendor, please call Fran at 508-560-6721.
Breakfast with Santa at MV Boys & Girls Club
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.
Contact for barbara-jean@mvbgclub.org for more details
Bar Bites and Holiday Lights at Bettini Restaurant
Join us for Bar Bites and Holiday Lights at Bettini! Delight in a variety of festive drinks paired with comforting bites, all served in a warm and cheerful holiday atmosphere.
12/13/25 and 12/14/25 - 3pm-9pm
Live Music Saturday at The Wharf Pub
Don’t let the fun stop! Enjoy a musical Saturday of festive performances. Johnny Hoy & Delanie Pickering with crowd favorites from 3 - 5 PM, followed Dock Street Fight Club high-energy from 9 - 12:30 AM. Contact 508-627-9966 for more information. The Wharf Pub is a proud sponsor of Christmas In Edgartown.
Tides and Tastings at the Norton Boathouse
Step into Vineyard maritime history with a touch of holiday cheer! Join Vineyard Preservation Trust, MV Shellfish Group, and MV Vintage Wine & Spirits for a cozy afternoon by the waterfront featuring fresh oysters, expertly paired wines, and stories of the sea that connect shellfish and vine.
$65 per person
Tickets: https://auctria.events/Vptholiday
Contact leslie@mvpreservation.org for more information
Harbor View Holiday Tea
Join us at Harbor View Hotel and Bettini Restaurant for a festive Harbor View Holiday Tea that the whole family will love. After the Christmas in Edgartown Parade, step into the warmth of Harbor View Hotel and indulge in a classic afternoon tea with a holiday twist. Enjoy beautifully tiered trays filled with savory tea sandwiches, freshly baked scones, and sweet seasonal delights, perfectly paired with bottomless premium teas, decadent hot chocolate, or a whimsical Shirley Temple for younger guests. Surrounded by twinkling lights and holiday décor, guests of all ages are invited to dress in the spirit of the season as we celebrate Christmas in Edgartown with elegance, warmth, and holiday magic.
Location: Bettini Restaurant
Time: 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Price: $50 per person (plus tax and gratuity)
The Bettini lunch menu, along with the complete beverage menu, will also be available. Reservations must be booked in advance. Limited seating available. Reserve here.
Tides & Tastings at Norton Boathouse
Step into Vineyard maritime history with a touch of holiday cheer at the Norton Boathouse! Join Vineyard Preservation Trust, MV Shellfish Group, and MV Vintage Wine & Spirits for a cozy, flavorful afternoon by the waterfront. Savor fresh Island oysters paired with expertly selected wines, and explore the fascinating science that connects sea and vine.
Discover the stories of the working waterfront while twinkling lights and seasonal touches set the mood. Come celebrate the season—and the Vineyard’s rich coastal traditions—in a gathering that’s as delicious as it is enlightening. Time: 2 classes, 11 am and 2 pm
Tickets: $65 | visit https://vineyardtrust.org/events/ or call 508–627–4440
Luncheon at Alchemy Bistro & Bar
Alchemy Bistro & Bar will be open for lunch from 11AM - 2PM.
Reservations available by phone at (508) 627-9999 or online with Resy
Holiday Faire in the Edgartown Village Green
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 30 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.
Participating artisans coming soon
Thank you to our Holiday Faire partners: Vineyard Preservation Trust, Edgartown Village Market, Donnelly + Co, Amity Island Running Club & Wash Ashore Beer Co. , and Foley Family Wines.
32nd Annual Christmas in Edgartown Art & Crafts Festival
This annual holiday event features the work of some of our amazing Island artists and craftspeople. Join them in celebration of 32 years of a wonderful Edgartown tradition! Free parking on site & “Shopper Trolley” to Church Street available 12 - 3 PM. Food concessions provided by the 8th Grade Class. Come take care of all your holiday shopping.. Benefiting Edgartown School Class of 2026. For questions about the event or how to be a vendor, please call Fran at 508-560-6721.
Jaws 50th Book Signing at The Wharf Pub
Meet authors Dennis Prince and Matt Taylor for a special holiday signing celebrating the 50th Anniversary of JAWS. Contact 508-627-9966 for more information. The Wharf Pub is a proud sponsor of Christmas In Edgartown.
Vineyard Preservation Trust's Holiday Cocktail Party at The Carnegie
Join us at the festively decorated Carnegie Heritage Center and enjoy fine libations, delicious hors d’oeuvres, and holiday cheer in a charming, historic setting with friends of Vineyard Preservation Trust. $100 per person, please visit https://vineyardtrust.org/events/ to reserve your tickets.
Live Music by Martin & Kelly and CJ Solar at Harbor View Hotel
Join us on Friday, December 12th, for a festive evening at the Harbor View Hotel, featuring live music by country stars Jill & Ryan of Martin and Kelly, performing alongside CJ Solar. Enjoy their performances before and after the Lighting of the Lighthouse, as well as following dinner in Bettini Restaurant. Move to the beat of their signature hits blended with heartwarming holiday classics as they fill the night with music. Celebrate the magic of the season with an unforgettable night of music, dining, and holiday cheer. The event is designed as a standing-room experience.
Seating is limited to hotel and restaurant guests. More info. Contact 508-627-7000 for more information. Harbor View Hotel is a proud sponsor of Christmas In Edgartown.
Live Music Friday at The Wharf Pub
Enjoy an upbeat Friday afternoon and weekend kick off performances. Johnny Hoy & Delanie Pickering 4 - 6 PM followed by Agreeable Men 6:30 - 9 PM. Contact 508-627-9966 for more information. The Wharf Pub is a proud sponsor of Christmas In Edgartown.
Anchors Annual Open House
The Edgartown Council on Aging invites you to join the merrymaking at the Anchors during their Annual Open House, sponsored by the Friends of ECOA. Enjoy a cup of chowder and holiday confections, enter raffles, mingle with friends new and old, and celebrate the warmth of the holidays during this beloved community event.
Chesca's Chowder, Chili and Thai Chili Glaze
Chesca's will be selling containers of hot Clam Chowder and Beef Chili as well as jars of our Thai Chili Glaze.
Friday, Dec. 12: 11 am - 4 pm
Saturday, Dec. 13: 11 am - 4 pm
Sunday, Dec. 14: 11 am - 4 pm
Cookies for a Cause
Let us making cookie decorating easy for you. Our cookie kits are complete with cookies, icing, and sprinkles and all proceeds support the Martha’s Vineyard Boys and Girls Club!
Christmas In Edgartown Ugly Sweater Bar Hop
It’s exactly as it sounds - the ugliest sweaters and your favorite Edgartown watering holes! Meet at the Carnegie at 6 pm for fun photos before heading out on the town. This event is provided by Hoverfly Events.
Free to attend, Registration Request
UGLY SWEATER BAR HOP SCHEDULE:
6:00 PM Meet at The Carnegie Heritage Center at 58 N Water Street, Edgartown (group pics will be taken & UGLIEST SWEATER AWARD will be given)
6:45 PM Depart for Bad Martha's (enjoy a beer at our favorite local brewery! and stop by the Evening of Enchantment at Donaroma's)
7:30 PM Depart for Town Bar & Grill
8:00 PM Depart for Bettini's located at Harbor View Hotel
8:45 PM Depart for The Wharf
*Schedule subject to updates. Keep checking the website!
Alchemy Japanese Spirits Dinner
let Alchemy whisk you away to Japan with a curated selection of Suntory House spirits and a meticulously crafted menu from our talented chefs. Our cozy and vibrant fireplace room will set the perfect atmosphere. The cost is $225 per guest (includes gratuity but excludes tax). Reserve your spot online or call us at 508-627-9999. We look forward to welcoming you!
Family Dining & Thursday Night Football at The Wharf Pub
Enjoy family dining and Thursday Night Football specials. Come to the Wharf & create wonderful memories with family, friends & locals. Contact 508-627-9966 for more information. The Wharf Pub is a proud sponsor of Christmas In Edgartown.
Town Bar MV Ugly Sweater Contest
Break out your brightest, boldest, and downright ugliest holiday sweaters and join us for a weekend full of fun and festive vibes! From Friday through Sunday, guests are invited to show off their most outrageous holiday attire while dining with us.
Snap a photo in your ugly sweater during your visit and enter our Ugly Sweater Contest for a chance to win a restaurant gift card and a festive swag basket packed with goodies!
All participants will be entered into our weekend-long drawing, and the lucky winner will be announced on Sunday. Whether it’s sparkly, silly, or spectacularly tacky—we want to see it! Come enjoy great food, good company, and holiday cheer all weekend long.
Bar Bites & Holiday Lights at Behind The View
Join us for Bar Bites and Holiday Lights at Behind The View! Delight in a variety of festive drinks paired with comforting bites, all served in a warm and cheerful holiday atmosphere
12/11, 12/12, 12/13 12:00pm - 4:00pm
12/14 12:00pm-3:00pm
Town Bar & Grill 7th Annual Cocktail Competition
Join us as we shake up the season with our 7th Annual Holiday Cocktail Competition, partnered with TC Craft Tequila for a festive showdown bursting with sparkle, creativity, and holiday spirit!
Come cheer on your favorite Island bartenders as they compete to craft the ultimate holiday cocktail. Sip your way through the evening with complimentary cocktail samples, then cast your vote to help crown this year’s Fan Favorite.
Two titles are on the line:
🥇 $500 Grand Prize Winner
🏆 $250 Fan Favorite
The competition is fierce, the drinks are delicious, and the holiday vibes are unmatched.
Join us on Wednesday, December 10, and be part of the excitement as we kick off Christmas in Edgartown—one shake, stir, and sip at a time!
Where to Eat for Christmas In Edgartown Weekend
Here is a list of open restaurants and cafes for the week of Christmas in Edgartown, with specials and events listed below. We recommend checking websites for most up-to-date hours of operation for that week.
Open for Breakfast:
Behind the View, Bettini (Holiday Brunch, Sunday 12/14), MV Boys & Girls Club (Breakfast with Santa on Sunday), Edgartown Diner, Edgartown Meat & Fish Market, Espresso Love, Morning Glory, Rockfish (Brunch with "The Grinch" on Sunday), Rosewater Market
Open for Lunch:
Alchemy (Saturday), The Anchors (Friday), Bad Martha Brewery, Behind the View, The News, Rockfish, Edgartown Arts & Crafts Festival (Saturday & Sunday), Edgartown Diner, Edgartown Meat & Fish Market, Edgartown Pizza, Espresso Love, Holiday Faire in Village Green (Saturday), Katama General, Plum Hill Elves Faire (Saturday), Rosewater Market, Soigne, Town MV (Sat & Sun), The Wharf Pub, Morning Glory Farm, Wicked Burger
Open for Dinner:
Alchemy (Late night menu available, Friday and Saturday), Bad Martha Brewery, Behind the View, Bettini, Edgartown Pizza, The News, Rockfish, Terrace at the Charlotte Inn, Town MV, The Wharf Pub, Wicked Burger
Notable Weekend Dining Specials, Events & Promotions:
Bar Bites & Holiday Lights at Behind The View | Dec 11–14, 12 –5 PM | Festive drinks and bar bites in a cozy holiday setting. Daily hours vary.
Town Bar & Grill Ugly Sweater Contest | Dec 11–14, 5–8 PM | Show off your wildest holiday sweaters while dining all weekend long!
Rosewater Market’s Cookies for a Cause | Dec 12–14, 7 AM–2 PM | Cookie-decorating supporting the Martha’s Vineyard Boys & Girls Club.
Chesca's Chowder, Chili & Thai Chili Glaze | Dec 12–14, 11 AM–4 PM
Hot clam chowder, chili, and chili glaze for takeaway Friday through Sunday.
Town Bar & Grill 7th Annual Cocktail Competition | Wednesday Dec. 10th 5 –8 PM Join the Town Bar & Grill for their Annual Holiday Cocktail Competition! Samples of contestants’ cocktails and you can vote for your fan favorite!
The Wharf’s Pub Family Dining & Thursday Football Specials | Thursday, Dec. 11th 5 PM| Family dining and Thursday Night Football.
Christmas In Edgartown Ugly Sweater Bar Hop | Thursday, Dec. 11th 6 –10 PM | Start at Carnegie. Free, Eventbrite registration requested.
Anchors Annual Open House | Friday, Dec. 12th 11 AM–1 PM | Edgartown Council on Aging welcomes all to enjoy chowder, holiday treats and community spirit.
The Wharf Pub’s Live Music Friday | Friday, Dec. 12th 4 PM–9 PM | An upbeat Friday afternoon performance to launch the weekend. Johnny Hoy & Delanie Pickering 4 PM–6 PM; Agreeable Men 6:30 PM–9 PM
Harbor View Hotel’s Live Music by Martin & Kelly and CJ Solar | Friday, Dec. 12th 5:00 – 10:00 PM | Celebrate the magic of the season with an unforgettable night of music, dining, and holiday cheer. The event is designed as a standing-room experience.
Vineyard Preservation Trust Holiday Cocktail Party | Friday, Dec. 12th 5:30 –7:30 PM | Enjoy cocktails, hors d’oeuvres at the historic Carnegie. Tickets required.
Holiday Faire in the Edgartown Village Green | Saturday, Dec. 13th 10 AM–4 PM | A European-style market with 30 vendors, treats, live music, and a beer garden.
Luncheon at Alchemy Bistro & Bar | Saturday, Dec. 13th 11 AM–2 PM | Alchemy is open for lunch with festive specials. Reservations recommended.
Tides & Tastings at Norton Boathouse | Saturday, Dec. 13th 11 AM–2 PM | Oysters + wine pairings with stories of the Vineyard’s maritime food traditions. Two classes at 11 AM & 2 PM. Registration requested.
Harbor View Hotel Holiday Tea | Saturday, Dec. 13th 12:30 –2:30 PM A festive afternoon tea with scones, tea sandwiches, hot chocolate, and holiday ambiance. Registration requested.
The Wharf Pub’s Live Music Saturday | Saturday, Dec. 13th 3 PM & 9 PM Start times | Johnny Hoy & Delanie Pickering’s show filled with crowd favorites and holiday spirit.3 PM–5 PM; Dock Street Fight Club High-energy Saturday-night music to close out the evening in true holiday style 9 PM–12:30 AM
Rosewater Market’s Breakfast All Day! | Sunday, Dec. 14th 7 AM–2 PM | Breakfast served all day with holiday specials.
Breakfast with Santa at MV Boys & Girls Club | Sunday, Dec. 14th 8:30 –11:30 AM | A festive pancake breakfast in a winter wonderland with Santa.
Rockfish’s Breakfast with The Grinch & Sunday Brunch | Sunday, Dec. 14th 11:30 AM–2 PM | Holiday brunch, kids menu, photos with The Grinch, and festive cheer.
The Chowder Cup
Join us Saturday November 29th at the Dr. Daniel Fisher House to sample the best chowder on the island and vote for the people's choice! Cold beer for sale, music, and raw bar provided by the Clambulance. All proceeds benefit Edgartown Board of Trade and Edgartown's small business community. It is recommended to purchase tickets in advance - two entry times at 12 PM and 1 PM, $30 per person.
Thank you to our sponsors Vineyard Preservation Trust, Rosbeck Builders, Rockland Trust, The Wharf Pub & Restaurant, and Revel Catering
Holiday Inspired Brunch at Rockfish
Special holiday inspired brunch menu available from 11AM-3PM!
Pancake Breakfast with Santa
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.