Nantucket Daffodil Weekend

April 27 - 29, 2012

Nantucket Daffodil Weekend

April 27 - 29, 2012

From the first Daffodil Show on Nantucket in 1974, the festival has grown to include many more activities, and surely more daffodils. The tradition was first sponsored by the Nantucket Garden club and was highlighted by the planting of daffodils along Milestone Road. The group had a goal of someday reaching one million daffodils. With the help of island residents and professional landscapers, that goal has been far surpassed. It is estimated from early April to mid-May, three million daffodils bloom and help to decorate present-day Nantucket.

The Daffodil Festival’s grand event held on Saturday - is the Annual Antique Car Parade, which features over 100 daffodil-bedecked vintage cars (pre-registration necessary for participation). After winding through town and across the island to the charming village of Siasconset, participants join residents and visitors for the Annual Daffodil Tailgate Picnic. Held on the lush lawns leading into the village, the picnic boasts fare ranging from elaborate gourmet cuisine served on fine china to box lunches and burgers. Other highlights include the Nantucket Garden Club’s Annual Daffodil Show, Children’s Daffodil Parade, Daffy Hat Pageant and Daffodil Dog Parade.

Festival Events:
• Annual Window Decorating Contest
Local retail establishments and restaurants that participate and decorate their storefronts can be awarded for most creative display and also most traditional display. This is a great opportunity to get involved, but also a fantastic way for business owners to spruce up their windows as visitor traffic begins to increase with the warmer weather.

• Annual Antique Car Parade
This is one of the most popular and highly anticipated events of the entire festival. The number of registered participants is generally over 100, so pre-registration is a must. Antique cars are decorated and then lined up on Main Street, set to be judged in the following categories:
o Most Authentic
o Most Traditional
o Most Creative
o People’s Choice

After the automobiles have been judged, the parade begins. The parade goes throughout Nantucket Town and ends in Sconset. The parade generally begins at 12 PM and concludes at 1:30 PM.

• Annual Daffodil Children's Parade
Beginning at Children’s Beach, children of all ages, as well as their families, are invited to decorate bicycles, strollers and wagons, keeping in mind the Daffodil theme. Everyone is a winner in this event, so refreshments and ribbons will be provided to all participants. It is required that all Children under age 10, need to be accompanied by an adult.

• Annual Daffy Hat Pageant
Fashion meets fun at the Children’s Beach Band Stand for this festival event. Anyone can participate in this event by decorating and sporting a self-made “Daffy Hat”. A Daffy hat is a hat made from Daffodils, found on Nantucket. Many different colors of daffodils bloom on Nantucket each year, so creating a beautiful hat is something that anyone is capable of.

• Annual Daffy Dog Parade
The Daffodil Festival really does have events to include everyone – children, adults and even dogs! Following the antique car show, dogs with daffodil décor will be judged and 1st, 2nd and 3rd place awards will be given. Pre-registration is required.

• Annual Daffodil Tailgate Picnic
Following the Antique Car show, the community is invited to meet at the end of the parade route, for a picnic in Sconset. You can come and enjoy great food and friends or you can enter in the picnic contest. Please contact the Nantucket Chamber of Commerce for official rules on this AMATEUR ONLY competition.

The Daffodil Festival’s grand event held on Saturday - is the Annual Antique Car Parade, which features over 100 daffodil-bedecked vintage cars (pre-registration necessary for participation). After winding through town and across the island to the charming village of Siasconset, participants join residents and visitors for the Annual Daffodil Tailgate Picnic. Held on the lush lawns leading into the village, the picnic boasts fare ranging from elaborate gourmet cuisine served on fine china to box lunches and burgers. Other highlights include the Nantucket Garden Club’s Annual Daffodil Show, Children’s Daffodil Parade, Daffy Hat Pageant and Daffodil Dog Parade.

16th Annual Nantucket Wine Festival

May 16 - 20, 2012

16th Annual Nantucket Wine Festival

May 16 - 20, 2012

The Nantucket Wine Festival continues to grow in popularity and is considered one of the nation’s most celebrated wine and food events. Not only does this event bring people together to enjoy fabulous wine, food and entertainment, but it also is a major fundraiser for several Nantucket nonprofit organizations.

40th Annual Figawi Regatta/Memorial Day

May 25 - 28, 2012

40th Annual Figawi Regatta/Memorial Day

May 25 - 28, 2012

17th Annual Nantucket Film Festival (NFF)

June 20 -24, 2012

17th Annual Nantucket Film Festival (NFF)

June 20 -24, 2012

5th Annual Nantucket Comedy Festival

July 26th - July 28th, 2012

Boston Pops on Jetties Beach

August 11, 2012

Boston Pops on Jetties Beach

Saturday, August 11, 2012

In August 2012, Jetties Beach will host the Boston Pops on Nantucket for the 16th annual concert. The concert is not only a night featuring world-class entertainment, but also a night of charity to benefit the Nantucket Cottage Hospital.

The tradition of the Pops on Nantucket boasts of fine food, outstanding music and the breathtaking setting of an August evening on Jetties Beach. The evening opens with introduction of a celebrity host and continues with the alluring sounds of America’s Orchestra – The Boston Pops.

The Boston Pops Orchestra is a group famous for their talent, playing light classical and popular music. This Boston, MA based orchestra is currently directed by well-known music director, Keith Lockhart. Under Lockhart, the Boston Pops have dramatically increased their touring activities, performing in concert halls, sports arenas, and our favorite venue- Jetties Beach.

To book your tickets to see the Boston Pops, live, on Jetties Beach, there are many different ticket options. There are general admission and reserved seating available.