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Planning a trip to Nantucket in 2022? Don’t miss these local events.

The beloved Nantucket Daffodil Festival marks the arrival of spring, when more than three million daffodils paint the town yellow and white. Locals don daffodils on everything from their hats to their homes; businesses open up shop for the active season; and the entire island gathers for a slew of celebrations, including hat and flower shows, bike and dog parades, and, most notably, an antique car parade followed by a tailgating picnic out in Sconset.

While most people visit Nantucket between Memorial Day and Labor Day, the best time to visit Nantucket is year-round. We’ll help you pick the right season for you.

Good people, good time, good brews. If that’s what you’re searching for, then Cisco Brewers Nantucket is your place. For more than two decades, the island’s premier brewery, distillery, and vineyard have served seven craft beers, six flavored vodkas, and seven wines (including two reserves). The bottom line: there’s something for everyone at Cisco Brewers.

​​Long before the founding fathers arrived, Native Americans revered wild cranberries. For the past 160 years, every fall, the Nantucket cranberry harvest – and now the Nantucket Cranberry Festival – has turned the island scarlet.

Thirty miles out to sea, Nantucket’s night sky is almost void of light pollution.

Nantucket punches far above its weight in culinary terms. And the best Nantucket restaurants are just steps from Greydon House. So whether it’s your first time on island or you’re looking for something new to try (after you return to your favorite spot year after year), these are the restaurants in Nantucket you won’t want to miss—sorted by mood: fine dining, restaurants on the water, casual restaurants, and beach bites.

You don’t have to go far from Greydon House to experience some of Nantucket’s best shopping. Downtown Nantucket’s cobblestone streets are lined with everything from fashion-forward boutiques to charming classic shops. Whether you’re looking for a unique souvenir or are shopping for your next great look, read on for seven of our top shop picks.

Whether you’re a seasoned jet setter or just looking to make the most out of a quick trip to ACK, you’ll need to know the ins and outs of booking a flight to Nantucket. Our tiny Atlantic island has a limited amount of small flights arriving and departing each day, so you’ll want to do some research ahead of time to streamline your travel plans. Read on to learn more about how to fly to Nantucket on your next island vacation.

It can be difficult to choose where to start in a place that offers the best of everything. Plan your trip like a local to the best of Downtown Nantucket. Discover the finest restaurants, nightlife, retail, and activities located right here on our cobblestone streets.