From oyster festivals and artisanal markets to live music or sailing, discover the best annual events that embody the spirit and heritage of Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket.
Throughout the year there are many festivals to enjoy on Martha's Vineyard and the Islands. Cape Cod's Local Love Fest is a vibrant event showcasing local artists, farmers and small business owners.Contrary to popular belief, life on Cape Cod and the Islands doesn’t come to a complete halt from Labor Day until the summer tourists return over Memorial Day weekend.
Think festive attire, street parades and revelry. Attendees’ outfits rival the vibrant pastel blooms on display at the themed flower show at. Later, a daffodil-adorned antique car parade sets out from Main Street to a tailgate picnic in Siasconset. After which, springtime on the island — a notoriously tardy season in coastal New England — has officially sprung., the hedonistic Memorial Day weekend sailing race that unofficially heralds the start of the summer season.
The Wellfleet OysterFest celebrates the town's famous oyster harvesting and shellfishing traditions. Visitors can expect live music, great food and the annual Oyster Shuck-Off competition. While many towns in New England would like to claim they produce the tastiest oysters, Wellfleet’s salty supremacy is rarely disputed — a consensus reached centuries ago.
Edgartown Harbor Lighthouse on Martha's Vineyard is decorated for the holiday season, part of the island's A Very Vineyard Holiday. Fly from London to Boston, New York or Washington, DC, all of which offer regular flights to Cape Cod, Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard. Travel between Cape Cod and the Islands is possible on ferries operated by Hy-Line Cruises, the Steamship Authority and the Island Queen, or via short flights.
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