1. TWN’S METEOR SHOWER

May 26 – June 18

Bennett Hall

In this new comedy by Steve Martin, Corky and Norm are excited to host friends Gerald and Laura at their home outside LA to watch a once-in-a-lifetime meteor shower. But over the course of their starlit dinner party, the wildly unexpected occurs and things take a turn for the crazy. Martin’s trademark absurdist humor will have you laughing and surprised from beginning to end. For tickets and more information, visit theatrenantucket.org

2. 51ST FIGAWI RACE WEEKEND

May 27 – 29

Hyannis to Nantucket

Many might be asking, “Where the Figawi for Figawi this year?” And the answer is a hybrid. The beloved Memorial Day weekend race is still taking place from Hyannis to Nantucket, while the celebratory Figawi events will take place in Hyannis. However, you can still cheer on the sailors from the Nantucket docks (or your boat) as they take part in this classic Cape & Islands tradition. For more information about the race, visit figawi.com

3. ANDY FRASCO AND THE U.N.



June 10 – 11 at 10 pm

The Chicken Box

Looking for a “Change of Pace”? Put on your party pants and dancing shoes and get to the Box when Andy Frasco and his merry band of music makers come to town. Quickly becoming a Nantucket summer classic, Frasco and the U.N. are known for shows that are consistently a rollicking good time. For tickets and more information, visit thechickenbox.com

4. NANTUCKET OYSTERFEST

June 12 from 12 – 4 pm

Cisco Brewers

Aw shucks, Oysterfest is back! The Nantucket Land Council and Nantucket Shellfish Association are bringing back a seafood lover’s paradise, featuring a shucking contest, live music, food trucks, 888 cocktails, a raffle and plenty of fun. Tickets include a 2022 Oysterfest T-shirt and a dozen local oysters. For more information, visit nantucketlandcouncil.org

5. MISS JUNETEENTH FILM

June 14 at 7 pm

The Atheneum

In celebration of Juneteenth, the Atheneum will be screening the award-winning film Miss Juneteenth, directed by Channing Godfrey Peoples. Following the story of Turquoise Jones, a single mother in Texas, and her daughter, Kai, as they navigate the world of pageants, this film explores purpose, family and pursuing your dreams. For more information on the screening, visit nantucket.librarycalendar.com

6. PLEIN AIR NANTUCKET

June 14 – 19

Various Locations

It’s plain to see why so many Nantucket artists love AAN’s Plein Air Festival—they get to enjoy the island’s beautiful scenery while creating a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. Keep an eye out for these artists around town as they work and then stop by AAN’s Gallery to see their art go up on the walls during the days of the festival. For more information, visit nantucketarts.org/events/plein-air-nantucket

7. NANTUCKET BOOK FESTIVAL

June 16 – 19

Various Locations

The Nantucket Book Festival is starting a new chapter this June, with the return of in-person events, a new executive director and a whole catalog of new featured authors. Enjoy interviews, Q&As, book signings and more at the tenth anniversary of one of the literary world’s top festivals. For tickets and more information, visit nantucketbookfestival.org

8. NANTUCKET’S GOT TALENT

June 18 at 6 pm

The Dreamland

A star will be born on the evening of June 18 when this one-night performance program highlights the myriad talents of those living on Nantucket year-round. A true variety show in the style of NBC’s America’s Got Talent, participants are encouraged to audition with a song, dance, acrobatics, magic and more. Significant cash prizes for winning contestants! For information on auditions and tickets to the event, visit nantucketdreamland.org

9. NANTUCKET FILM FESTIVAL

June 22 – 27

Various Locations

Pop the popcorn and settle into your seat—the 2022 Nantucket Film Festival promises to be a blockbuster. Featuring screenings of all kinds of films from mainstream to indie, intimate interview sessions with filmmakers and fabulous parties to celebrate the world of movies, an NFF pass is the hot ticket of June. For tickets and more information, visit nantucketfilmfestival.org

10. BLOOMING BIDS FOR NANTUCKET KIDS

June 23, Auction 10 am – 7 pm, Celebration 5:30 pm – 7pm

Bartlett’s Farm

This year is the Fairwinds Center’s diamond jubilee, and it’s planting the seeds to throw a one-of-a-kind birthday celebration at the 2022 Blooming Bids. Attendees will have the chance to bid on spectacular planters, art, fashion, jewelry and unique experiences, all while benefiting mental health initiatives for young people at Nantucket’s counseling center. For tickets and more information, fairwindscenter.org/events