1. THEATRE WORKSHOP’S WE WILL ROCK YOU

JULY 8 – AUGUST 13

Bennett Hall, 62 Centre Street

Nothing gets your heart pumping and your feet stomping quite like a soundtrack of Queen classics. Ben Elton’s musical celebrates rock ‘n’ roll with a modern twist that offers the perfect summer entertainment. For more information on the two-hour show, visit theatrenantucket.org.

2. RACE FOR OPEN SPACE

JULY 9 AT 8 AM

Milestone Cranberry Bog, 301 Polpis Road

This annual run/walk supports the Nantucket Conservation Foundation and its mission to protect the island’s precious land. Participate in the 2-mile, 5K or 10K trails, either for a competitive prize or just for fun! All ages, furry friends and strollers welcomed. For more information and to sign up or become a sponsor, visit nantucketconservation.org.

3. DREAMBIG

JULY 9 AT 6:30 PM

The Dreamland, 17 South Water Street

It’s the tenth anniversary of The Dreamland, Nantucket’s beloved nonprofit film, performing arts and cultural center. Show up in your Nantucket reds for cocktails, food, live entertainment and a night of dancing to celebrate and support the island’s home for the silver screen. For registration and more information, visit nantucketdreamland.org.

4. NANTUCKET GARDEN FESTIVAL

JULY 12-14

Bennett Hall, 62 Centre Street

Are you passionate about sustainability, nature and preserving Nantucket for generations to come? Do you want to master your own vegetable garden or flower bed? Then the Garden Festival is for you! Come listen to lectures and tour the island’s best gardens, with kids’ activities too. To register or for more information on this year’s presentations, visit ackgardenfestival.org.

5. NANTUCKET COMEDY FESTIVAL

JULY 14-16

Bennett Hall, 62 Centre Street

This annual three-day event will be sure to leave you in tears—of laughter. Each night embraces a different theme of comedy and offers something for everyone to enjoy. The festival supports Stand Up & Learn, a nonprofit organization that works to build confidence, creativity and public speaking skills in Nantucket’s children. For the festival schedule or to make a donation, visit nantucketcomedy.com.

6. NANTUCKET ATHENEUM DANCE FESTIVAL

JULY 18-23

Nantucket High School Auditorium

This weeklong celebration of dance offers educational and interactive programs for adults and children alike, as well as live performances showcasing talented artists both new to the island and returning from festivals past. Lace up your dancing shoes and come support the beloved Atheneum, Nantucket’s public library. For more information and for tickets, visit nantucketdancefest.org.

7. NANTUCKET ART & ARTISAN SHOW

JULY 21-24

The thirty-first annual celebration of the island’s arts and crafts showcases creations of every medium from pottery to furniture to jewelry and more. With a virtual marketplace and a silent auction, all proceeds will support Small Friends on Nantucket, an educational care center for children of the island’s working parents. Note that this event will be held virtually this summer. For more information, visit nantucketartandartisanshow. org.

8. N MAGAZINE PLATINUM PARTY

JULY 22, 6/7 TO 10 PM

The Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street

Come celebrate the twentieth anniversary of N Magazine at the party of the summer! With specialty cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and music to help you let loose on the dance floor, the night will be one to remember. Celebrating with glamour and sparkle is the only way to commemorate such a milestone. VIP Hour begins at 6 p.m. with the main event following at 7 pm. For more information and to purchase tickets, click here.

9. SWIM ACROSS AMERICA NANTUCKET

JULY 23 AT 6:30 AM

Jetties Beach

Whether you are a competitive swimmer or a simple doggy paddler, the annual open water swim is for everyone. Open to all ages and skill levels, this event offers various distance options as well as relays. Proceeds help support Nantucket Cottage Hospital and Palliative & Supportive Care for Nantucket in their cancer treatment efforts. Start your morning bright and early to swim for a cause at Jetties Beach and feel an empowering sense of community. For more information and to register or donate, visit swimacrossamerica.org.

10. DRAGONFLY NANTUCKET

JULY 28 AT 5:30 PM

The Great Harbor Yacht Club

Come join the fight for mental health at this fundraiser that supports the National Alliance for Mental Illness on Cape Cod & The Islands as well as Fairwinds, Nantucket’s Counseling Center. The event offers various auction items from a photography session to boat outings to chartered flights, with proceeds providing free mental health resources to those in need. To purchase tickets, make a donation or preview the auction, visit https://cbo.io/bidapp/index.php?slug=mentalhealth.