Oak Bluffs

The Martha's Vineyard Songwriters Festival, September 17 to 20, 2026: a free kickoff at Nomans and three nights of Nashville writers at the Strand Theatre in Oak Bluffs, with our photographs from inside the Strand, the night-by-night lineups and practical notes for next year.

The Feast of the Holy Ghost in Oak Bluffs, held every third full weekend of July since 1928: the Queen Isabel legend behind the free soup, the Sunday parade from the ferry up Circuit Avenue, the crown blessed at Our Lady Star of the Sea, the sopas at the Portuguese-American Club, the club the rest of the year, and how a visitor should behave at the island's Portuguese feast.

East Chop Lighthouse in Oak Bluffs: the 1878 cast-iron tower on Telegraph Hill, the Sunday sunset openings run by the Martha's Vineyard Museum, the semaphore and Chocolate Lighthouse history, and the bus stop and parking below the hill.

Shearer Cottage, Dorothy West, the Inkwell and 30 marked sites across the island: how to walk or tour the African American Heritage Trail of Martha's Vineyard.

Grand Illumination Night 2026 was August 19 in Oak Bluffs, and 2027 is set for Wednesday, August 18. The tradition, dating to 1869, of lighting 300+ gingerbread cottages with lanterns after dark.

Martha's Vineyard with kids: best beaches, Flying Horses Carousel, free VTA buses, kid-friendly restaurants, rainy day plans, and family budget tips.

Plan a perfect one-day trip to Martha's Vineyard. Ferry timing, gingerbread cottages, Flying Horses Carousel, Edgartown harbor, and the Jaws Bridge.

The complete guide to Oak Bluffs, Martha's Vineyard: gingerbread cottages, the Flying Horses carousel turning 150, Inkwell Beach, where to stay and eat, and 2026 events.

Second Treasures MV in Oak Bluffs: an eclectic antique and art shop run by John, featuring Vineyard history, vintage finds, and seasonal pop-ups.

State Beach on Martha's Vineyard is known for calm waters and a family-friendly atmosphere. Activities, amenities, and tips for a perfect beach day.

A summer evening at Nomans Restaurant in Oak Bluffs, Martha's Vineyard. Live music, cozy outdoor seating, and relaxing island vibes in 4K video.

Sengekontacket Pond in Oak Bluffs is a 745-acre coastal pond on Martha's Vineyard and a favorite spot for kayaking and birding.