Looking for something to do? Look no further than our must-attend events below.

Nantucket Historical Association's A Nantucket Night

August 3
Bartlett's Farm

Cocktails, a seated dinner, live music, dancing and a unique Tony Sarg-inspired setting are promised at this inaugural event. All proceeds will benefit the organization and its continued storytelling through collections, programs and research. nha.org

Rafael Osona's Americana, Fine Art, Marine Auctions

August 3-4

Auctions & Showroom, 21 Washington Street

Enjoy this two-day auction featuring artwork like hand-painted card suit boxes, oil paintings and scrimshaw. The fine art and marine auctions will captivate your

attention and creative eye. All pieces are available for bid and purchase. rafaelosonaauction.com

Nantucket Garden Club 68th Annual House & Garden Tour

August 7

The Nantucket Garden Club presents its glimpse into historic and new homes and gardens on the island with this year’s tour theme “A Pleasant Summer Stroll.”

This fundraiser event contributes to conservation projects and educational programs in the local community. nantucketgardenclub.org

Nantucket Preservation Trust Annual August Fete

August 8
West Chester Street

Admire the preserved architectural heritage made possible by NPT supporters at the August Fete celebrating “A Night on Nantucket’s North Shore.” Escape to one of the best-preserved 18th-century homes on the island while enjoying cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. nantucketpreservation.org

Antiques Council's The Nantucket Show

August 9-12

Bartlett's Farm

Twenty-eight exhibitors will be showcased to carry on the the 30-plus-year tradition of fine antique shows on Nantucket. Representing a wide range of exhibits from antique jewelry to traditional fine art, you will find some of the best cutting-edge designs from across the country. thenantucketshow.com

Boston Pops

August 10
Jetties Beach

Kick off the 27th annual Boston Pops event with entertaining performances by special musical guest Super Diamond, a Neil Diamond tribute band. Join thousands of community members in supporting Nantucket Cottage Hospital at one of the island’s most enjoyed summer events. nantuckethospital.org

Nantucket Boys & Girls Club Tim Russert Summer Groove

August 7

Join the NBGC for its largest annual fundraiser—an unforgettable night of food, inspirational speakers, and live performances and entertainment. The event celebrates the generosity and gathering of the community that serves hundreds of children and their families. nantucketboysandgirlsclub.org

Opera House Cup

August 18

As the summer season comes to a close, the Nantucket Community Sailing hosts its annual Opera House Cup regatta. The original first all-wooden, single-hulled classic boat regatta on the East Coast, this year’s event will feature an abundance of spectacular vessels like Eros, Outlier, Lynx, Ticonderoga and more. nantucketcommunitysailing.org

Dreamland Conversations: Emily Sweeney

August 22

Uncover local mysteries with Boston Globe journalist Emily Sweeney as she unpacks the unsolved cases of the Islands. Sweeney is the author of multiple books and has appeared in several television series, such as Bloody Boston, Stranger Than Fiction and an upcoming Netflix series How to Become a Mob Boss. nantucketdreamland.org