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  • Wednesday, August 5, 11:00 am – 4:00 pm – 2026 Nantucket House Tour: Promenade on the Point

    The 70th Annual House And Garden Tour, “PROMENADE ON THE POINT” will be held on August 5, 2026 from 11-4. The House and Garden Tour is the Nantucket Garden Club’s sole fundraiser, and its impact reaches far beyond a single summer day. Proceeds directly benefit organizations and programs on the island, such as Civic Improvements; Grants for Beautification, Conservation, and Environmental Education; and scholarships for local students. Every ticket sold helps preserve the natural and cultural heritage of Nantucket for generations to come. This year’s tour features homes and gardens on Brant Point. Check-in for the tour will be located at the Brant Point Coast Guard Station, 10 Easton Street. Shuttle buses will operate continuously from 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM between Town and the Brant Point Coast Guard Station. $100. Purchase tickets in advance online HERE.


    This annual event features a curated selection of historic and contemporary homes and gardens across rotating neighborhoods. You will enjoy:

    • Self‑guided tours through 5–6 private estates and gardens
    • Exquisite floral arrangements throughout the interiors
    • Complimentary tea and cookies hosted in one of the gardens
    • Boutique

    Painting by G. S. Hill

  • Friday, April 24 – Sunday, April 26 – 2026 Nantucket Daffodil Festival

    Plan ahead – the 2026 Nantucket Daffodil Festival is coming April 24 – April 26. The 49th Annual Daffodil Show by the Nantucket Garden Club will be held in the greenhouses at Bartlett’s Farm on Saturday, April 25 from 2-5pm & Sunday, April 26 from 10am to 3pm. This year’s theme is “It’s Daffy Time… Let’s Dance!” Visit town early to view 100 decorated vintage cars line up on Main Street: staging begins at 9:30 AM. The parade starts at noon, with cars driven in a loop downtown before heading up Orange Street and out to ‘Sconset. Parade participants only park on the right; spectators may set up their picnics on the left. A Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce signature event. If you stay in town for Daffy Saturday, you can participate in the Daffodil Hat Pageant at 10 am, the Children’s Beach Bike Parade at 10:35 am, and NiSHA’s Daffodil Dog Parade shortly after 12 noon. The Morris Dancers are sure to show up & perform. Bring a blanket and set up a picnic for family and friends on the lawn at Children’s Beach.

    Complete information plus recommendations on where to stay (book early!) may be found at https://daffodilfestival.com/

  • Wednesday, August 6, 11:00 am – 4:00 pm – 2025 Nantucket Annual House and Garden Walking Tour: A Scenic Sconset Stroll

    The Nantucket Garden Club’s much-anticipated annual event and fundraiser will return on AUGUST 6, 2025, 11:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.  This year it will feature homes in ‘Sconset. $90. Buy tickets online at https://www.tickettailor.com/events/nantucketgardenclub/1626991

    Please note:  

    • The tour will be held rain or shine. 
    • No refunds will be issued due to weather or for any other reason.
    • Unfortunately, because of the ages and configuration of the homes, they are NOT handicapped accessible. 
    • No strollers, no pets. 

  • Thursday, April 24 – Sunday, April 27 – Nantucket Daffodil Festival 2025

    The 2025 Daffodil Festival on Nantucket, April 24 – 27, includes art shows, a pet show, tours, exhibitions, contests, lectures, and, of course, the Garden Club’s annual Nantucket Daffodil Flower Show. There are activities for all ages, and faithful festival-goers dress up for the occasion and participate enthusiastically. In addition to the Antique Car Parade, window decorating contest, and the famous ‘Sconset Tailgate Picnic, the Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce organizes a Daffy Hat Contest, a Children’s Parade featuring decorated bikes, strollers, wagons, and other self-propelled vehicles, and a family picnic at Children’s Beach. The Pine Woods Morris Dancers perform throughout the day at various outdoor locations. For complete information and schedule visit https://daffodilfestival.com/. Make reservations now, since lodging can be tight at the last minute.

  • Wednesday, August 7, 11:00 am – 4:00 pm – 68th Annual Nantucket House and Garden Tour

    The Nantucket Garden Club’s Annual House and Garden Walking Tour returns August 7 from 11 – 4. This year’s co-chairs are Anna Caspersen, Helen Lynch, and Susan Gambee. Details will be forthcoming – follow the Club on Instagram @NantucketGardenClub. Advance ticket purchases are strongly recommended! Ticket price is $75 online. Purchase HERE.

  • Thursday, April 25 – Sunday, April 28 – The 48th Annual Nantucket Daffodil Festival

    There will be a Daffodil Flower Show, a Car Parade and Tailgate, and all manner of daffodil related activities in Nantucket again this month, April 25 – 28. Plan your trip to the Island now. https://daffodilfestival.com/

    The Nantucket Garden Club, in conjunction with the American Daffodil Society, also holds its annual Daffodil Flower Show at Bartlett’s Ocean View Farm the Saturday and Sunday of Daffodil weekend.

    For more information, visit www.nantucketchamber.org Photo below from https://greenwithrenvy.com/nantucket-daffodil-festival-spring/

  • Wednesday, August 3, 11:00 am – 4:00 pm – Nantucket Annual House and Garden Tour 2022

    The Nantucket Garden Club’s much anticipated Annual event and fundraiser is scheduled to be held Wednesday, August 3, 2022, rain or shine, from 11 – 4. .  ‘WELCOME TO UPPER MAIN STREET’ is the 66th annual house & garden tour. It will feature five magnificent Main Street homes and three lovely gardens, in addition to the historic Hadwen House.

    There will be a complimentary tea held in the Hadwen House Garden 11 – 4, along with a boutique featuring an array of interesting items

    Online advance ticket sales have started through Eventbrite. CLICK HERE to view the event and purchase tickets. $70 per ticket.

  • Saturday, April 25, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm – Nantucket Garden Club Daffodil Show – Cancelled

    The Nantucket Garden Club’s 2020 Daffodil Show will take place Saturday, April 25 from 9 – 5 at Bartlett’s Ocean View Farm, 33 Bartlett Farm Road in Nantucket. The show is timed to coincide with the Nantucket Daffodil Festival taking place April 24 – 26. Registration is now open to those who would like to register an antique vehicle for the Annual Antique Car Parade that begins on Main Street and ends in ‘Sconset with a picnic. Also, this year we are adding in a new event, a Car Show in Historic Downtown Nantucket. For information on each of these events please visit   https://www.nantucketchamber.org/daffodilfestival.

  • Friday, July 20, 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm & Saturday, July 21, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm – Nantucket Garden Club’s Art with Blooms Gallery Walk

    Friday, July 20, 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm & Saturday, July 21, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm – Nantucket Garden Club’s Art with Blooms Gallery Walk

    The public is invited to take a walk through participating art galleries in Nantucket on July 20 (5 – 9) and July 21(10 – 4) featuring floral interpretations of artwork. Free. Participating galleries in and near town will be announced soon. For more information visit www.nantucketgardenclub.org.

  • Wednesday, August 10, 11:00 am – 4:00 pm – 62nd Annual Nantucket House and Garden Tour

    The 62nd Annual House and Garden Tour, sponsored by the Nantucket Garden Tour, will take place Wednesday, August 10 from 11 – 4, rain or shine.  This year will feature Historic Homes on Orange Street.  All proceeds support Nantucket conservation, scholarships, and community projects.  For tickets and more information, visit http://www.nantucketgardenclub.org.