September 2011

September 8th - 11th
Martha's Vineyard International Film Festival
Looking for a film festival in the northeast to escape to in September, the most beautiful time of the year to visit, then look no further as the natural wonder of Martha's Vineyard will be on display again at this year's Martha's Vineyard International Film Festival running from September 8th through the 11th. The MVIFF is about exploring other cultures/people of the world and is owned and operated by the Martha's Vineyard Film Society, a 501 c3 non-profit corporation. Featuring over 50 films from over 20 countries, including the International Jury Competition in which 10 films will be selected from worldwide entries and screened at 2011 MVIFF short film showcase. Jury members will select winning films for a cash prize and presentation at the Closing Night program on Sunday, September 11th. The festival is currently accepting submissions of short films with fiction, live action, animation, and documentary shorts all welcome. http://www.mvfilmfest.com/


September 17th
Tivoli Day Festival
An annual celebration of summer’s end on Circuit Avenue featuring: live music, arts, crafts great food and family fun. Noon until 8 pm all along Circuit Ave which will be closed to traffic. Music is at the Third World Trading end of the street from thought the day.

October 2011 

October 7th - 9th
8th Annual Art of Chocolate Festival
If you love chocolate you won't want to miss Featherstone's 8th Annual Art of Chocolate Festival. Preview Party, general admission. Stay tuned for details.

October 9th
Columbus Day 5K Road Race & Fun Run
Join us for the annual Columbus Day 5K Road Race and one mile Fun Run to benefit the Island Affordable Housing Fund. This is a T.A.C. certified race around East Chop with sweeping panoramic views! In addition to the 5K Road Race, the 1 mile Fun Run starts at 10:30 am. and a 5K Walk starts at 11 am. $15-pre-registration, 3-5 pm or $20 on day of race 9-10 am (register at the Wesley Hotel in Oak Bluffs.) 

October 14th and 15th
5th Annual Martha's Vineyard Food & Wine Festival
Come and celebrate local harvests from sea and land, paired with outstanding international wine. Festival events include a cocktail evening with award winning chefs, grand tasting, choice in seminars, food and wine dinners, and tapas challenge. Tickets and more information available at http://www.mvfoodandwine.com/.  

November 2011

November 25th-26th
15th Annual Thanksgiving Day Festival
Begin your holiday season by browsing over 85 island artisans at the Thanksgiving Day Festival. The island's largest holiday festival features fine jewelry and art, along with glass, ceramics, clothing and more.

December 2011

December 7th
Oak Bluffs Holiday Tree Lighting
Warm up with a cup of hot chocolate and a baked treat as the Vineyard Classic Brass Ensemble plays your favorite carols. Event is open to public and will be held at the passageway between Sharky's Cantina and The Locker on Circuit Ave after 6pm. 

Christmas in Edgartown
Recently featured in "Top Holiday Celebrations" of Coastal Magazine, this annual holiday event includes a town parade, local tours, and chowder contest. Stroll through the "Evening Enchantment" of lighted garden trails and exhibits throughout the grounds of nearby Donaroma's Nursey. End your evening in the heart of it all at the Hob Knob fireside with egg nog, hot spiced cider, and cookies. Details and dates to come!